Printing
Where can I print within the library?
| Printer Name |
Features | Cost |
| Library_BW |
Black & White
|
$0.10/side |
| Library_BW2 | Black & White
|
$0.10/side |
| Library_Colour | Colour
|
$0.50/side |
| Library_T520 (Wide Format) |
Colour
|
$4.50/vertical foot |
How do I add money to my account?
There are two ways.
1. Bring cash to the library service desk.
2. Click on the “PrintingCredits” icon on a computer desktop (on campus) and add money using a credit card/debit credit.
Please ask library staff for help when using the Wide Format Printer.
How do I check my printing account balance?
You can check your printing account balance by clicking on the “PrintingCredits” icon on a computer desktop (on campus).
Scanning
Where can I scan in the library?
| Type of Scanner |
Location | Features |
| Flatbed Scanner 1 |
Accessibility Station |
Good for bound texts and awkward sized documents. |
| Flatbed Scanner 2 |
Library Lab |
Good for bound texts and awkward sized documents. |
| Document Feeder |
Library Lab |
Good for multiple loose letter/legal pages. |
Learn more about:
Where is the 3D Printer located?
The 3D printer is located within the soft seat area of the library, off to your left when you first enter.
Who can use the 3D printer?
Anyone can use the printer however, the computer is password protected and you need to complete the workshop to acquire the password.
Students/Staff/Faculty: Complete the workshop here through Blackboard. Remember to ENROLL within the course to be able to take the test.
Community Members: Please contact the Library to set up a time to take the workshop.
Is there a charge for using the printer?
No, there is no charge and filament is provided however, since there is no charge, in terms of filament, what you see is what you get. Library staff will not change out the filament to another colour unless the filament has run out completely. This machine is being provided as an educational opportunity.
Click here for more information in regards to using the 3D Printer.
The 3D printer is located within the soft seat area of the library, off to your left when you first enter.
Who can use the 3D printer?
Anyone can use the printer however, the computer is password protected and you need to complete the workshop to acquire the password.
Students/Staff/Faculty: Complete the workshop here through Blackboard. Remember to ENROLL within the course to be able to take the test.
Community Members: Please contact the Library to set up a time to take the workshop.
Is there a charge for using the printer?
No, there is no charge and filament is provided however, since there is no charge, in terms of filament, what you see is what you get. Library staff will not change out the filament to another colour unless the filament has run out completely. This machine is being provided as an educational opportunity.
Click here for more information in regards to using the 3D Printer.
Where is the wide format printer located?
The printer is located on the right side of the library, next to the photocopier.
Who can use the wide format printer?
Everyone can use the printer.
What size does the printer print and is there a cost?
The printer prints 36" width and unlimited height. Yes, there is a cost, it is $4.50/ft (charged by the height).
Click here for more information in regards to academic posters or the wide format printer.
The printer is located on the right side of the library, next to the photocopier.
Who can use the wide format printer?
Everyone can use the printer.
What size does the printer print and is there a cost?
The printer prints 36" width and unlimited height. Yes, there is a cost, it is $4.50/ft (charged by the height).
Click here for more information in regards to academic posters or the wide format printer.
Where is the Silhouette Cameo located?
The Silhouette Cameo is located within the soft seat area of the library, off to your left when you first enter.
Who can use the Silhouette Cameo?
Anyone can use the cameo however, the computer is password protected and you need to complete the workshop to acquire the password.
Students/Staff/Faculty: Complete the workshop here through Blackboard. Remember to ENROLL within the course to be able to take the test.
Community Members: Please contact the Library Research Assistant – Denise Holt (dholt@mhc.ab.ca) to set up a time to take the workshop.
Are materials for the Silhouette Cameo provided?
No, users must provide their own materials. This machine is being provided as an educational opportunity.
Click here for more information in regards to using the Silhouette Cameo.
The Silhouette Cameo is located within the soft seat area of the library, off to your left when you first enter.
Who can use the Silhouette Cameo?
Anyone can use the cameo however, the computer is password protected and you need to complete the workshop to acquire the password.
Students/Staff/Faculty: Complete the workshop here through Blackboard. Remember to ENROLL within the course to be able to take the test.
Community Members: Please contact the Library Research Assistant – Denise Holt (dholt@mhc.ab.ca) to set up a time to take the workshop.
Are materials for the Silhouette Cameo provided?
No, users must provide their own materials. This machine is being provided as an educational opportunity.
Click here for more information in regards to using the Silhouette Cameo.
Where are the Lego Mindstorms located?
The Lego Mindstorms are kept in a locked cabinet, please ask Library Staff for assistance.
Who can use the Lego Mindstorms?
Only Students, Staff & Faculty are allowed to use the Lego Mindstorms.
Will Library Staff pre-build Lego structures for my class?
No, building is part of the fun! We only supply the kits.
Click here for more information in regards to the Lego Mindstorms.
The Lego Mindstorms are kept in a locked cabinet, please ask Library Staff for assistance.
Who can use the Lego Mindstorms?
Only Students, Staff & Faculty are allowed to use the Lego Mindstorms.
Will Library Staff pre-build Lego structures for my class?
No, building is part of the fun! We only supply the kits.
Click here for more information in regards to the Lego Mindstorms.