Visit us in the Learning Resource Center (Bldg. 15) for computer use, student technology assistance, and printing, copying, & scanning services.
September break hours
The Library/LRC will be open for limited hours during the September break:
Monday, September 1st (Labor Day) = CLOSED
Tuesday, September 2nd = 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 3rd = 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Thursday, September 4th - Wednesday, September 24th = CLOSED
Thursday, September 25th (New Student Orientation) = 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Friday, September 26th = CLOSED
Normal operating hours resume Monday, September 29th.
Library and Computer Lab staff will have limited access to email during this time and may not respond to inquiries until Monday, September 29th. Please plan accordingly and have a wonderful break!
Free/Low Cost Computing Resources
The CPTC library has a limited number of laptops available for students to borrow every quarter. Please visit the library webpage for more information.
If you need help accessing the technology you need to complete your CPTC program, there are also several local and national resources for low-cost computers and Internet service, as well as technical assistance:
- Green PC: Tacoma's Green PC sells refurbished laptops and desktops, and offers computer repair and e-recycling.
- PCs for People: Online store for low-cost computers and internet, for eligible individuals.
- EveryoneOn: Connects individuals and families to local options for affordable computers and internet.
- Residential internet resource list: The City of Tacoma has compiled a list of low-cost internet resources available throughout the Puget Sound region.
- Drive-in WiFi hotspots: An interactive map of free drive-in WiFi hotspots across Washington State
- TechConnect Washington: Free technology assistance in several languages, including Spanish, Vietnamese, Tigrinya, Afaan Oromoo, Amharic, Sidamo, Wolaytta, or English.