They range from 350MHz PC's purchased year one, to 500MHz PC's in year two, and 1.0GHz PC's purchased year three. Students use a variety of simulator software to learn about engines, safety, and electronics. The General Studies 25-PC Lab, installed Year 2, is the largest lab installed by Title 3. There is an application server located in the lab, and students use network-based applications such as Learning 100, Boxer Mathematics Software, and Skills Bank. Also in Year 2 the Title 3 Team installed the Carpentry and Cabinetmaking Lab.
Students use software to learn how to calculate construction materials and cost estimates.
Additionally, they use 3-D Home Architect to lay out floor plans to conceptualize what a building will look like when completed. The lab incorporates NIDA simulator hardware and software, identical to training units used by the Air Force. For MacArthur State, it only made sense to incorporate this technological method of course delivery into the Title III technology-based grant. Activity I Director Susan Gilmore has researched methods of online delivery, and working with English instructor John Croft, the college piloted English 101 online in Summer 2001.