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TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES

Note: For Board member use of College District technology resources, see BBI.

For purposes of this policy, “technology resources” means electronic communication systems and electronic equipment.

Availability of Access

Access to the College District’s technology resources, including the Internet, shall be made available to students and employees primarily for instructional and administrative purposes and in accordance with administrative regulations. 

Limited Personal Use

Limited personal use of the College District’s technology resources shall be permitted if the use:

  1. Imposes no tangible cost on the College District;

  2. Does not unduly burden the College District’s technology resources; and

  3. Has no adverse effect on an employee’s job performance or on a student’s academic performance.

Use by Members of the Public

Access to the College District’s technology resources, including the Internet, shall be made available to members of the public, in accordance with administrative regulations. Such use shall be permitted so long as the use:

  1. Imposes no tangible cost on the College District; and

  2. Does not unduly burden the College District’s technology resources.

Acceptable Use

The College President or designee shall develop and implement administrative regulations, guidelines, and user agreements consistent with the purposes and mission of the College District and with law and policy.

Access to the College District’s technology resources is a privilege, not a right. All users shall be required to acknowledge receipt and understanding of all administrative regulations governing use of the College District’s technology resources and shall agree in writing to allow monitoring of their use and to comply with such regulations and guidelines. Noncompliance may result in suspension of access or termination of privileges and other disciplinary action consistent with College District policies. [See DH, FL series, and FM series]  Violations of law may result in criminal prosecution as well as disciplinary action by the College District.

Monitored Use

Electronic mail transmissions and other use of the College District’s technology resources by students, employees, and members of the public shall not be considered private. Designated College District staff shall be authorized to monitor the College District’s technology resources at any time to ensure appropriate use.

Disclaimer of Liability

The College District shall not be liable for users’ inappropriate use of the College District’s technology resources, violations of copyright restrictions or other laws, users’ mistakes or negligence, and costs incurred by users. The College District shall not be responsible for ensuring the availability of the College District’s technology resources or the accuracy, appropriateness, or usability of any information found on the Internet.

Record Retention

A College District employee shall retain electronic records, whether created or maintained using the College District’s technology resources or using personal technology resources, in accordance with the College District’s record management program. [See CIA]

Access by Individuals with Disabilities

The College President or designee shall develop procedures to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to the College District’s electronic and information resources similar to individuals without disabilities.  

Drones

The flying of drones over or from sites on College District property or as part of the College District’s academic or research program is permitted only in accordance with law and College District regulations.

The Vice President of Business Affairs is responsible for reviewing and updating this policy. Policy reviews are made in accordance with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness Policy Tracking document.

DATE ISSUED: 11/14/2017

ADOPTED: 02/2025

UPDATE 33

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