Cell Phone and Electronics Policy

Consider that the break areas, classroom and areas outside the welding lab are public spaces and respect for others in the environment is expected.  Others may over hear conversations or see content accessed on electronic devices.  Student code of conduct principles apply to content accessed on phones, tablets, personal computers and computer lab computers.

No talking or texting on your cell phone during class. No talking or texting on cell phones in the welding or manufacturing areas. Cell phones in the classroom must be kept on vibrate. You may leave the classroom in order to speak on your cell phone. You may speak on your cell phone in the following areas: outside, in the upstairs break room or in the classroom located between the welding and manufacturing facilities provided there is no one studying or taking a test in that area. Please keep your cell phone usage to a minimum during class time.

Music players/headphones are not allowed in the welding lab area.  These devices may be used during breaks in a designated break area or outside.

Personal computers/tablets are not allowed in the welding lab area.  They may be used outside, in designated break areas or in the classroom to access online course content or complete coursework.

Computer lab computers may be used by students as long as it does not interfere with a class in session or interfere with student participation in welding lab assignment and activities.  Computer lab access is restricted to class activities or school related activities such as registering for classes, contacting advisors etc.

You are responsible to protect your cell phone and other electronic devices. This is a shop / lab environment. CCD is not responsible for damage or loss of cell phones or other electronics.