FAQ
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- What is the MARCS?
- The Math Activities Resource Centers & Support (MARCS) is a free tutoring center for Mt SAC students. The MARCS offers free math tutoring, study space, computers, calculators, textbooks, and other resources to support you in your math course.
- How do I register for the MARCS?
- Directions to register can be found on our Registration Page.
- By registering for the MARCS you are enrolling in a noncredit community education course. This will appear on your class schedule but does not affect your GPA or show up on your transcript. There is no cost to enroll in the lab or use the lab's services.
- How do I use the MARCS once I am registered?
- Visit the MARCS location anytime during operating hours
- Building 61, 1st floor (Rooms 1314 & 1318)
- Monday-Thursady 8:30-7:00
- Friday 8:30-3:00 (closed on Friday during Winter and Summer sessions)
- Check in at the front reception counter
- Find a seat anywhere in the lab (including the computer lab) and begin working
- If you need help from a tutor, write your name and course on the whiteboard at the front of the room (for example: Jane Doe Math 110). The next available tutor will come to help you.
- Visit the MARCS location anytime during operating hours
- What resources does the MARCS offer?
- Calculators: Calculators are available for check out from the front counter. Calculators may
be taken to class; however, they may not be taken home (please see our Resources Page for information about calculator apps that may be helpful at home). The MARCS currently
has 4 types of calculators available to borrow:
- TI-84 Plus (graphing)
- TI-30XIIS (scientific)
- TI30XS (multi-view)
- Basic calculator (4-function)
- Comptuers: The MARCS has computers with various software packages for math and statistics computation. All computers are Zoom-ready and may be used to attend online office hours, an online course, or other school related virtual appointments. You may receive tutoring in the computer lab.
- Books: Textbooks and solution manuals are available to borrow from the front counter. Textbooks may not be taken home, but may be used in the lab for as long as you like.
- Worksheets: Review worksheets on many topics are available
- Calculators: Calculators are available for check out from the front counter. Calculators may
be taken to class; however, they may not be taken home (please see our Resources Page for information about calculator apps that may be helpful at home). The MARCS currently
has 4 types of calculators available to borrow:
- How can I contact the MARCS?
- The MARCS is located in Building 61 on the 1st floor. Students may enter through Room 1314 or 1318.
- (909) 274-5014
- MARCS@mtsac.edu
- What is the MARCS?