Introducing the Graphics Workshop
What we do
The Graphics Workshop has been established to provide a high quality graphics service for staff and students of the University in support of learning, teaching and research. A wide range of specialist graphics packages (most of which are not available on the University Network) running on state-of-the-art hardware will be made available to users. By keeping abreast of the latest software and hardware developments and closely monitoring the services we offer, we aim to ensure that the Graphics Workshop is both technologically up-to-date and relevant to the needs of its users.
Software
Currently installed applications include:
- digital video editing
- 3-D modelling, simulation and visualisation
- multimedia authoring
- creative graphics drawing and image editing packages
- animation and desktop publishing
Services
We also offer the following services:
- specialist scanning facilities (from A3-size originals, slides and film)
- video capture and dubbing
- CD/DVD writing
- high quality inkjet printing
- transfer of video material to DVD (subject to copyright clearance)
Support
We provide support and advice for graphics users together with hands-on coaching so that they can make the best possible use of the facilities. We will also produce printed and online documentation to help users familiarise themselves with the software before visiting the Workshop.
Who is the Graphics Workshop for?
The service is available for academic use by students and staff who wish to employ the latest specialist graphics technology in their work. Please note that the Graphics Workshop is for users with very specific requirements and not just another pooled computer room - check out the other pages on this website (especially the FAQs) to find out whether we can help you. The use of the services will be free. Any colour printing is charged to the user's account in the normal way.
How to find us
We are located in the new Media Centre
Building, 1st floor, room M109. The Graphics Workshop is housed
in a spacious, air-conditioned room that offers a comfortable,
relaxed working environment.
Opening hours
The Graphics Workshop is open from 09.00-17.00, Monday to Friday during semesters. During vacations, we are open from 09.00-13.00 and 14.00-17.00. We operate a booking system for workstations and scanners - please telephone or call in to make a booking. Our telephone number is (48)4474.