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Flextime Lab

Located in the Instructional Technology Center, or ITC, the Flextime Lab allows you to take credit-based courses at times that fit your schedule.

  • Flextime courses are student-paced with open lab support, no set times for attendance and flexible due dates for assignments.
  • You complete your coursework using the required text and materials.
  • You can request help from a licensed instructor as you need it.
  • Flextime courses may be started at any time during the semester, but must be completed by the end of the semester.

General Information

1. Working Online
2. Software Requirements

If you have the same software version that is used in yourcourse, you can complete your coursework from home. If not, you may use the Flextime Lab in the ITC.

Current software in use:
  • WindowsXP (Windows Vista can be used)
  • MS Office Suite 2007—Enterpriseor Professional
  • QuickBooks PRO (2007 or 2008).

Windows and MS Office software can be purchased at a student discount at DCTC Software.

You need a METNET User ID to purchase discounted software. The METNET User ID may be obtained at the time of course registrations.

3. FAQs
  • How long does it take to complete a Flextime course?
    You should plan on 32 hours of work time for EACH credit of a course. For example, a two-credit course would take about 64 hours to complete. You can divide that number by the number of weeks in the semester to determine how much time you should devote to coursework each week. By working more hours per week, you can complete the course before the semester is over.

  • What does it mean when the course schedule says courses are "by arrangement?"
    Because Flextime courses are online, you do NOT need to set up a schedule with your instructor. You can work according to your own schedule as long as you put in enough time to complete the course within the semester.

  • How much does it cost to take a Flextime course?
    Normal tuition rates apply.

  • Can I do all my work online?
    Yes, as long as you have the software required for the course installed on your home or work computer.

  • Do the Flextime MS Office courses prepare me for Microsoft Certification?
    Yes, they can, but they are not set up for that specific purpose.

    Please, check under Office Careers (OFFC) in the current Course Schedule for courses that are specifically set up to prepare you for Microsoft Certification.

    For more information, contact:
    Charlotte Kodner
    Office Careers Instructor
    charlotte.kodner@dctc.edu
    651-423-8428

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Contact Information

Location

  • Instructional Technology Center (ITC)
    Room 2-101

Fall & Spring Semester Hours

  • 9 a.m.– 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday
    9 a.m.– 12 p.m. Friday
    No instructors available on Saturday or Sunday