CCAD has all the cutting-edge tech tools you'll need to turn your creative dreams into reality. Our computer labs are loaded with the latest version of Adobe Creative Cloud and other industry-standard software. Plus, we've got 3D printers, laser-cutting tools and plenty of 21-inch Cintiq tablets for you to draw on. Not to mention high-quality, large-format printers so you can see your work translate onto paper.
To do the best work, you'll need the right gear.
Contact Us
Kinney Hall 220
614.222.6174
[email protected]
Regular Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Summer, Winter Break Hours
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Scheduled Server Maintenance:
The IT Department performs server maintenance during the hours of 9pm-3am Friday evening into Saturday morning every week. As a result of this maintenance, campus IT services should be expected to experience interruptions during this time frame.
Digital Print Lab:
Visit the Digital Print Lab in Kinney Hall room 220 on the first floor. You can also submit an order for roll prints using our online order form. Once we confirm we'll complete the prints within two business days. Prints will be available for pay and pick up at the Ampersand Emporium in Design Square Apartments. All prints must be picked up in person. To learn more about the Print Lab, visit our IT Knowledge Base.
IT Help Desk:
The Help Desk is also located in Kinney Hall room 220 on the first floor. Visit us to report issues with campus technology in classrooms and computer labs, or to help troubleshoot issues with software. To learn more about Help Desk services, visit our IT Knowledge.
Services
The Digital Print Lab contains 7 high performance inkjet printers and 1 large format roll printer.
Sheet printing
We carry Inkpress matte, semi-matte, luster and Arista II glossy paper in 8.5 x 11, 13 x 19, and 17 x 22. Because we are fulfilling online orders only, you may not order other types of paper.
Roll printing
We carry 24" wide and 44" wide rolls of matte, semi-matte, and luster paper. You must use our paper for roll printing.
24" wide prints cost $3 per foot, 44" wide prints cost $6 per foot.
Color copying
There are 2 coin operated laser color printers located on either side of the Supply Store.
8.5 x 11, 11 x 17, and 12 x 18 (paper sizes) are loaded in each printer. All sizes cost $.25 a page, $.50 for double-sided.
The coin box accepts nickels, dimes, quarters, and $1 and $5 bills. Please do not insert pennies!
IT Help Desk Services
- Supplying campus laser printers with paper and toner
- Connecting to campus WiFi
- Help with your CCAD account and systems such as CCAD email, Moodle, Microsoft Teams, and Self Service
- Help downloading and installing Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Formatting external hard drives for Mac or PC use
- Limited software support for user-owned systems. We cannot offer warranty or hardware repair for user-owned systems.
- Troubleshooting and repairing campus systems including computer labs, projectors, printers, and phones
Technology recommendations & guidelines for incoming students
Recommended laptop specifications
While having a laptop is a requirement as a CCAD student, it can be confusing knowing which one will best fit your needs. Use the table of recommendations below to help you purchase the right laptop for your intended area of study. You can purchase Mac laptops at the Apple Education Store, PC laptops at the Dell University Store, and Wacom MobileStudio Pro systems at the Wacom Student Discount page.
We support Windows or macOS; we do not support Linux or ChromeOS. Linux and ChromeOS cannot run most of the software titles you will need to use as a CCAD student.
You must get a laptop that meets the minimum requirements listed for your area of study in the table below. If you need any information about our recommendations, please reach out to the Chair of your intended major.
MFA Visual Arts students should refer to the major in the table below that most closely relates to their discipline. For example, MFA students whose work is photography-focused should refer to Photography, etc.
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| Photography | macOS 12 Monterey or newer | 8GB RAM | Apple M1 chip with 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine | 512GB | Integrated graphics | standard battery (not customizable) | MacBook Air | $1,149.00 |
| Comics, Illustration, Advertising & Graphic Design | macOS 12 Monterey or newer | 16GB RAM | Apple M1 Pro chip with 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine | 512GB | Integrated graphics | standard battery (not customizable) | 14-in MacBook Pro | $1,849.00 |
| Film & Video | macOS 12 Monterey or newer | 16GB RAM | Apple M1 Pro chip with 10-core CPU, 16-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine | 1TB*** | Integrated graphics | standard battery (not customizable) | 16-in MacBook Pro | $2,499.00 |
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| Interior Design, Fashion Design | Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit | 16GB RAM | Intel Core i5 11th-gen | 512GB SSD*** | Integrated Intel Iris Xe with 1080p display | standard battery (not customizable) | Dell XPS 13 Laptop** | $1440.59 |
| Animation, Industrial Design, Game Design | Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit | 32GB RAM | Intel Core i7 11th-gen | 2TB SSD*** | Discrete 4Gb Graphics Card with 1080p display | 6-cell or higher | Dell Precision 5560** OR Wacom MobileStudio Pro 16 | $2,399.00, $3,499.95 |
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| Fine Arts, Art History | macOS 12 Monterey or newer | 8GB RAM | Apple M1 chip with 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine | 512GB | Integrated graphics | standard battery (not customizable) | MacBook Air | $1,149.00 |
| Fine Arts, Art History | Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit | 16GB RAM | Intel Core i5 11th-gen | 256GB SSD | Integrated Intel Iris Xe with 1080p display | standard battery (not customizable) | Dell XPS 13 Laptop** | $979.99 |
*Prices are based on "student" or "educational" discounted rates. Prices listed are subject to change, and do not include additional, external storage or accessories such as a mouse, adapters, or extra charge cables.
**Dell stock is subject to change frequently. If you can't find the model with the exact specifications listed on this page, another model with the same specifications will also work.
***It is recommended to upgrade internal storage if available or purchase an additional external drive.
Adobe Creative Cloud
CCAD BFA and MFA students have full access to Adobe Creative Cloud apps using their CCAD email address. Click here for instructions to download and install the Creative Cloud apps.
Antivirus software
Our IT Help Desk can recommend software to keep your files safe. Contact us by emailing [email protected], or by calling 614.222.6174
Backing up your files
You have access to unlimited storage on your Google Drive as part of your CCAD account. Store important files here to make sure they are safely backed up in the cloud.
A USB flash drive
Or some other form of external storage to move your files between classroom stations and your laptop. Make sure not to keep the only copy of your files on your external storage in case it is lost or damaged.
A digital drawing tablet
Tablets are available in person at the Ampersand Emporium. Funds for this are included in the Freshman Supply Kit.