VET FEE-HELP Student Educational Equipment Loan Scheme

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1 VET FEE-HELP Student Educational Equipment Loan Scheme At Strategix we aim to take advantage of the benefits of technology. Whether it s viewing educational content, connecting with fellow students and professionals, undertaking online research or completing assignments online, we want to use technology to enhance your student experience and give you the best opportunity to excel. In an effort to achieve these goals we have implemented the Educational Equipment Loan Scheme that will allow you to access technology whilst at the college and at home. This program is a privilege that we want to extend to all of our Diploma students who are actively working towards reaching their educational and career goals. The following points provide a summary of the policies for participating in the Educational Equipment Loan Scheme. Full details of the policy, including student responsibilities, distribution, ownership and use of the equipment are outlined from page 2. Students can only receive one loan device Students must meet all eligibility criteria before they can receive the loan device The loan device remains the property of Strategix Students must return the loan device if they are no longer continuing their studies It is a criminal offence to keep or sell the loan device The student is responsible for keeping the loan device in good working order Loan devices on offer may change from time to time and without warning

2 1. Educational Equipment Selection and Distribution Students who are enrolled in a Diploma qualification with Strategix College have the choice of one of the following items which are to be used for educational purposes. Laptop with Microsoft Office ipad Air 16GB Wi-Fi and Cellular (SIM card not included) Strategix would recommend the laptop for those who don't already have one. Device models will vary without warning dependent upon the manufacturer. Students are responsible for obtaining their own SIM card for the ipad Air if they want to utilise cellular networks. Students are not eligible to receive more than one loan device regardless of the number of qualifications the student may undertake. 2. Eligibility Students wishing to participate in the Educational Equipment Loan Scheme must meet the following criteria before loan device is issued. Have supplied all required details of enrolment including proof of Australian Citizenship and photo ID Have completed the Request for VET FEE-HELP Assistance form Have demonstrated a commitment to completing their studies Have passed their first census date Have agreed to the conditions of participating in the loan scheme by completing the relevant form Your commitment to completing your studies is graded according your attendance and/or how much work you have completed depending upon your chosen delivery mode. Loan devices will not be issued to students who have not met all of the eligibility criteria. 3. Ownership Ownership of the equipment remains the property of Strategix. If the student stops attending or progressing in their course, or withdraws from the College prior to completion of the course, the Laptop/iPad and accessories are to be returned to the College in good working order. Failure to return items in good working order will result in the student being invoiced for the value and/or repair of the items. Strategix reserves the right to carry out software, hardware and data inspections of the device at any time. Please note: Failure to return or pay for the device is a criminal offence which may be reported to the police. Selling the device before you have received ownership of the device is also a criminal offence.

3 4. Loss and Theft of Educational Equipment The equipment should be stored in a safe and secure place at all times. Strategix Does not take any responsibility for lost or stolen equipment. All loss, damage or theft must be reported to the College as soon as possible. If the loan device is lost or stolen, students will not be issued with another loan device. 5. Software While administration rights will be granted to the student borrower, only appropriately licensed software for educational purposes is to be installed or stored on the device. Strategix will not allow nor will accept any responsibility for the use of illegally downloaded or installed software on your device. 6. Taking Care of Your Equipment Students are responsible for the general care of the equipment they have been issued by Strategix. This includes: Keeping the equipment secure from other users and potential theft Keeping the equipment free from graffiti, including stickers Ensuring that identification labels are not removed from the bottom of laptops 7. General Precautions No food or drink should be near your equipment while it is in use. Cords, cables, and removable storage devices must be inserted carefully. Students should never carry their Laptops while the screen is open, unless directed Laptops should be shut down before moving them to conserve battery life. Educational equipment must never be left in a car. Students are responsible for keeping their equipment charged for training each day. 8. Carrying Educational Equipment The protective cases provided with the equipment have sufficient padding to protect them from normal treatment. The guidelines below should be followed: Equipment should always be within the protective case when carried. Carrying cases can hold other objects (such as folders and workbooks), but these must be kept to a minimum to avoid placing too much pressure and weight on the screen. The equipment must be turned off before placing it in the carrying case. Students must be aware that any carrying case supplied with the device will not prevent damage due to the device being swung, thrown or dropped

4 9. Screen Care Laptop and ipad screens can be damaged if subjected to rough treatment. The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen. Do not lean on the top of the equipment. Do not place anything in the carrying case that will press against the cover. If using a laptop, avoid touching or poking the screen If using a laptop, avoid place anything on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g. pens, pencils, or disks). Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth or anti-static cloth. 10. Using Your Equipment in Class Educational equipment is intended for use in class for all on campus students. Students must be responsible to bring their equipment to all classes, unless specifically advised not to do so. 11. Screensavers Inappropriate media may not be used as a screensaver. Presence of guns, weapons, pornographic materials, inappropriate language, alcohol, drug, gang related symbols or pictures is not allowed 12. Antivirus and Malware Students are responsible for administering their own antivirus software on the device. Products such as AVG Free provide a stable long term solution to protecting an individual s personal computer or laptop against common viruses. Google AVG Free to download the latest version of the software. Students must take care not to install any Malware or software that may contain viruses. 13. Data Backup and Software Upgrading Students are responsible for backing up their own data including learning and assessment materials. The loss of data or hardware malfunction cannot be grounds for the appeal of any assessment tasks. 14. Saving Inappropriate Content Students will be disciplined for saving or viewing any content deemed inappropriate content by Strategix Course Facilitator. Inappropriate Content includes but is not limited to pornography, offensive content, and other inappropriate material so determined by Strategix Training Group 15. Technical Support Technical support for your device is available to you at a discounted rate through our partnership with Dick Smith Electronics. To purchase this support, browse the Dick Smith online store and find the catalogue number for Dick Smith Care then complete the online Dick Smith student purchase request form at

5 16. Warranty Your device comes with a 1 year limited warranty. The warranty information sheet provided at the time that you receive the device will provide troubleshooting and warranty advice. Any repairs required outside of warranty are the responsibility of the student 17. Modifications During your course of study and while the device remains the property of Strategix, no hardware or irreversible software modifications are to be made to the device under any circumstance.