building facilities and management committee (bfmc) edward spodick (chair) samson soong diana chan...
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Building Facilities and Management Committee (BFMC)
Edward Spodick (Chair)
Samson Soong
Diana Chan
Louisa Kwok
KT Lam
Alice Ho
Edwin Leung
Library Building Plans
Extension
Extension Floors + Existing Floors
Students As of Jan 2010: 9,515 334 implementation:
+1,850 UGs (plus more overseas and self-financed program students)
19 % increase
Library Space Existing Library : 10,550 m² Extension : 1,800 m² 17% increase (a need for
efficiency)
To maximize study space – allocate entire 17% increase
Re-allocation of Existing SpaceALL 1800 m2 are to be used for learning/study space
Propose a Campus Learning Commons – on LG1 No additional shelving space Requires some off-site/off-campus storage/shelving
Eventually the Joint University Research Archive (JURA) We will swap some existing spaces between the current and
new Media Resources Some Shelving Learning Space creation in the existing building
3 Floors expanded (LG1, LG3, LG4)Some G/F space enhancement
LG1 Media Resources
LG3 Shelving PlanLG3 Shelving Plan
LG4 Furniture plan
Learning Commons – Concepts
technology-rich environment
integrated hub of student services provided by different university units
a variety of space design for collaborative learning
space for meetings, seminars, tutorials, and the likes
presentation support services and facilities
venues for electronic learning and teaching
social and refreshment areas
Learning Commons – Features
User-friendly learning hub where students and faculty can find supportive services provided by academic support units. Services may cover:
writing support, in the form of consultation, tutorials or workshops
development and preparation for classroom and conference presentations
support on computer hardware, software, and other technology-related issues
syllabus creation and concepts relating to pedagogy, teaching skills and technology enhancement
Learning Commons – Features
User-friendly learning hub where students and faculty can find supportive services provided by academic support units. Services may cover:
media creation, digitization, production and workshop
webinars and learning-focused videoconferencing
student issues that directly affect learning, e.g. career development and counseling
anything appropriate to support unit missions and student needs
Learning CommonsProposal submitted to University – Approved
Submitted to University Grants Committee for funding – Approved
Consulting with users – rapid implementation
Learning Commons – Zoning
Learning Commons – Flow
Learning Commons Participants/Partners
Services of the Learning Commons will be provided in a way that builds on the strengths of various academic support units, including:
Center for Enhanced Learning and Teaching (CELT)
Information Technology Services Center (ITSC)
Language Centre (LANG)
Library (LIB)
Publishing Technology Center (PTC)
Student Affairs Office (SAO)
And others…
Learning Commons – StaffingIn order to accomplish the goals, specific
minimal staffing needs will be met:
Learning Commons Coordinator
Significant additional student helper hours
Security officers for ‘after-hours’ operation
Additional requirements will be driven by user demand
Library Projects TimelineDate Event
Jan-Apr 2010 Developed Learning Commons concept document
Apr 2010 Consult with users on Library Extension design
May 2010 Learning Commons concept document approved by CDAC
June 2010 Began to design the Learning Commons floor plans
Sept 2010 Consult with users on Learning Commons designSelect library materials to be moved to off-site storage
Oct 2010 Complete extension & obtain occupancy permit from government
Oct-Dec 2010 Demolish walls and connect extension to existing building
Dec 2010 – Feb 2011
Move library materials to staging areaDemolition and construction for glass walls enclosing LG1 void for LC
Mar-Apr 2011 Vacate LG1Finalize Learning Commons floor plans
Apr-Aug 2011 Create the Learning Commons
Aug-Sep 2011 Finalize Learning Commons operating PlanOpen the Learning Commons
Late 2011 - 2012 Move library materials from staging area to storage (when ready)
* All time schedules are subject to change depending on circumstances
Students
As of Jan 2010: 9,515
334 implementation:
+1,850 UGs (plus more overseas and self-financed program students)
19 % increase
Library Space
Existing Library : 10,550 m²
Extension : 1,800 m²
17% increase (a need for efficiency)
ALL for the Learning Commons!
Seats (estimates) Current seats : 2,100
With Extension: 2,450 17% increase
In the same amount of space
Maintain adequate ‘white space’
With Learning Commons: 2,900 38% increase
Campus / Users – Feedback
Focus Groups 15–17 March 2010
Academic Support Units Obtained feedback from SAO, LANG, ITSC, CELT, PTC, etc.
Student Union 12 April 2010
Open forums 15 April 2010 27 September 2010
Surveys + Polls
Blog Posts for different areas – open for comments
Campus / Users – Feedback
Library Bloghttp://library.ust.hk/blog/• Post feedback on Learning Commons entries
Library Building forumshttp://library.ust.hk/blog/forum/• Post ideas/suggestions
• Tell us what to avoid
• Tell us your priorities
Campus / Users – Feedback
• Traditional routes
• By e-mail : [email protected]
• By post : University Library, HKUST, Clear Water Bay, Kowloon
• In person : Contact / Talk to any BFMC members
Campus / Users – FeedbackFurniture Samples Area
As tenders come back, samples are obtained. A space was set up for Samples.We collected user feedback.For the Extension and the Learning Commons
Learning Commons Proposed Layout
E-Learning Classrooms & Flexible Tutorial Spaces
Media Production Spaces
Group Study Rooms
Group Study Area
Group Study Area
Group Study Area
Atrium Study Area
Refreshment Zone