GEMS Center Hours & Offerings
GEMS Center Computing Lab and Math Lab (CN 1.206)
The GEMS Lab is a proctored, secure environment supporting a limited array of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses. All students entering for any reason are required to present a valid UTD Comet Card prior to admittance, and personal technology (e.g. cell phones, MP3 players, pagers, other wireless devices, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
In addition, no food, beverages, water bottles and/or other beverage containers are permitted. Spilled beverages create a potential safety hazard due to the numerous electrical connections and computers. Spilled beverages and food particles also shorten the life of computer equipment, furniture and carpeting, and attract ants and other pests, all of which increase maintenance costs which we would rather put toward GEMS student success initiatives. Fortunately, the Conference Center lobby and adjacent outdoor spaces provide excellent areas in which to take a break from GEMS Lab activities.
Consult with a GEMS Desk worker for additional information, and check out our online resources, as well. With the exception of University closings, GEMS Lab hours are:
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
1p - 5p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 2p |
10a - 2p |
The Math Lab is located at the back of the GEMS Lab and offers an extensive array of one-to-one and small group tutoring. Whether you are striving to turn a B into an A or needing to refresh your math skills, the GEMS Center Math Lab can help with most undergraduate math courses from pre-algebra through differential equations—essentially the 1000 and 2000 level courses which include but are not limited to MATH 1306, 1314, 1316, 1325, 1326, 2312, 2333, 2413, 2424, 2417, 2418, 2419, 2420, and 2451. Occasional help with Mathematical Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Complex Variables, Engineering Math, and Statistics is also available by appointment. Call 972.883.6707 or 6737 for more information. Be sure to check out our online resources, as well. With the exception of University closings, Math Lab hours are:
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Closed |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 8p |
10a - 2p |
10a - 2p |
Note: The GEMS Lab is not a general purpose computer lab; as such, computers have limited Internet access and do not have Microsoft Office software available.
PLTL/SI/Instructional Classrooms (CN 1.202 and 1.204)
Located adjacent to the GEMS Lab, the GEMS Center classrooms are scheduled primarily for peer-led team learning (PLTL), supplemental instruction (SI), a limited array of GEMS-related courses, and associated meetings. Students participating in PLTL contract through a faculty member; schedules are sent to students and posted on classroom doors. With the exception of University closings, the current SI schedule is posted here:
Fall 2009 SI Schedule
PLTL sessions are scheduled by course section and students are informed individually of their session's day, time and location. If you have forgotten or are unsure about your PLTL assignment or are interested in learning more about how you might become a PLTL or SI leader and work in the GEMS Center, send an e-mail message.
Writing Center (CN 1.302)
Located in the northwest corner of the GEMS Center, the Writing Center currently offers a variety of support strategies and approaches. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. Call 972.883.6736 for more information. To view the Writing Center FAQ, click here. Be sure to check out our online resources, as well.With the exception of University closings, hours are:
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
1p - 5p |
9a - 8p |
9a - 6p |
9a - 5p |
9a - 12p and 3p - 8p |
9a - 12p |
Closed |
GEMS Offices (CN 1.126)
The GEMS Center main office (CN 1.126) is open Monday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Page last updated on September 15, 2009 .
