Tech Learning Center (TLC)

        The Tech Learning Center, or TLC, provides free tutoring in all the core subjects – math, chemistry, computer science, English, and physics, as well as biology and other subjects depending upon the tutors’ area of expertise. Any student enrolled in South Dakota universities is welcome to receive tutoring at the TLC. By using the TLC several times during the day or week, students will find the tutors and times that work best for them. Study aids such as computers, textbooks, a television/VCR, and study guides are also available for student use in the TLC..

       TLC Tutors are academically successful sophomore, junior, senior, graduate and non-traditional School of Mines students who have completed the courses they are tutoring and are familiar with the instructors’ expectations. And, they enjoy helping fellow students understand their subjects.

        You will find the TLC (Room 110) on the lower level of the Devereaux Library, right next to the elevator. During fall and spring semesters the TLC is open seven days a week and on a more limited schedule during summer school. The TLC tutoring schedule is set by the tutors each semester and varies from one semester to the next, and may change from time to time during the semester. Fall and spring semester tutors are available most hours between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. on Friday.  Tutors are available on Saturday from noon until 4:45 p.m. and most hours from noon until 9:00 p.m. on Sundays. Summer school tutoring is limited to week days, and the tutoring hours are set by the tutors available during the summer. Appointments are not necessary;  however, if you would like to be introduced to a tutor or if you have concerns about the Tech Learning Center (TLC), call or email Linn Miller at 605-394-2428 Linn.Miller@sdsmt.edu or Dr. Pat Beu, Director of Retention and Testing at Academic and Enrollment Services Office, 605-394-2400 Pat.Beu@sdsmt.edu

In addition to the Tech Learning Center, the School of Mines has several free tutoring services usually available to students during fall and spring semesters:

• The Assistive Technologies (ADA) Lab is available through Student Services during spring, summer, and fall semesters. (605)-394-2416

• FIRST program available through Residence Life (605) 394-2348

Summer 2009 TLC Schedule

Summer 2009 Tutor Qualifications