Equipment and Assistive Technology on campus
Access and Inclusion provide a variety of assistive technology to students including software, hardware, venues equipped with hearing loop technology, and the Chifley Resource Room located on Level 3 in Chifley Library.
There are two special access computers located on Level 2 of the JB Chifley Library. Priority is given to students who have accessibility issues at other computers.
Chifley Resource Room
Chifley Resource Room is located on Level 3 of the Chifley Library and is open during normal library hours and contains the following resources:
A rest area and study desks
Microwave for heat packs only
A separate restroom that can be booked hourly
Multi-Function Device (MFD)- Photocopier/ printer/ scanner
High definition Topaz HD desktop magnifier for vision impairments
Two booths for those using speech to text and text to speech software
The latest update Windows/ MAC OS with Assistive Technology software loaded
Ergonomic furniture and equipment included an adjustable chair, adjustable desk, mouse, footrests, and book holder
An internal phone for contacting Library Chifley staff, Security, ITS service desk, Access & Inclusion office and other services
- Assistive technology software including:
- Dragon Naturally Speaking- speak recognition software
- ZoomText Magnifier/Reader- screen magnifier and reading program for low-vision users
- TextHelp Read&Write gold- literacy support software
- JAWS- screen reader software for blind and low-vision users
This room is available for use by eligible students registered with Access & Inclusion. Swipe card access is required and can be arranged by through the student's Education Access Plan (EAP).
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Contact
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- +61 2 6125 5036
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