Technology Borrowing

At UBC Vancouver

Laptop Lending

All borrowers must hold a valid UBC Library card and sign the Laptop Borrower Agreement. Laptop loan periods will vary by UBC Library branch. Enquire at the branch circulation desk for specific loan periods and return times. Laptops are non-renewable and non-requestable.

Laptop computers are available at:

  • Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Information Desk, Level 3
  • Koerner Library at the Circulation Desk, Entrance Level (FL 3)
  • Woodward Library at the Information Desk, Entrance Level
  • David Lam Library at the Circulation Desk, Entrance Level

To see up-to-date availability, check the Laptop Computer entry in the UBC library catalogue.

For more information on using the laptops, please see our Laptop Usage Guide.


source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/Laptop_Lending

Other Technology

Chapman Learning Commons

The Chapman Learning Commons Help Desk on level 3 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre has the equipment below available for loan to UBC students, faculty & staff. To find more information about equipment, including images and extended loan policies, visit the Chapman Learning Commons page. :


source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/Other_Technology

Laptop & Device Chargers

Mac Chargers

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 4 hours
  • Item Information: 85W MagSafe 2, 60W MagSafe, USB-C power adapters for Apple computers, and Nekteck 72W USB-C wall charger station.
  • Magsafe 2 adaptor is backwards compatible with 45W and 60W.
  • Input 100-240V AC 50-60 Hz.
  • Output 20V 4.25A or 16.5V 3.65A.
  • Fine Rate: $1/hour
Universal Laptop Chargers

  • Availability: Check
  • 4 hour loan period. Item is due before the Learning Commons closes.
  • Universal AV adaptor with 8 connectors.
  • LCD screen displays working voltage.
  • AC input : 100-240V, 1.8A, 50-60Hz.
  • DC output : 5-24V, 6A.
  • Fine Rate: $1/hour

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Chargers

Cameras & Camcorders

Camcorders

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 3 days
  • Item Information: Sony HDR-PJ380 digital HD camcorder and Sony HDR-CX110 mini DVD camcorder.
  • HD Camcorder has projector capabilities.
  • 8GB memory. 8.9 Megapixels.
  • USB, HDMI, RCA AV cables available upon request.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • Camcorder Guide
Canon PowerShot Camera

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Canon PowerShot SX610 HS.
  • Item contains case, battery charger, USB cable.
  • Fine Rate: $20/day
DSLR

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days
  • Item Information: DSLR digital Rebel T5i shoots on SD/SDHC/SDXC card, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive), Full HD Video. Canon EFS 18-55mm lens.
  • Also contains: camera strap, battery, battery cover, power adapter (2pcs), a carrying case, and a 32GB SD card.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • DSLR Guide
GoPro Camera

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days.
  • Item Information: GoPro Hero4 Black & GoPro Max. 64GB memory card. USB cable, mounts, and soft bag.
  • Extra mounts available for item check out.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
GoPro Mounts

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days
  • Item Information: Head strap or chest strap connects to GoPro camera, also for loan at CLC. Head and and chest strap must be checked out separately.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
GoPro Max 360

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days.
  • Item Information: GoPro Max 360 Camera with, memory card. USB cable, mounts, and soft bag.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Tripod

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: 3 days
  • Item Information: Compatible with CLC cameras and camcorders.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Audio_and_Film

Adapters & AV Equipment

LCD Projectors

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days
  • Item Information: Available models are Epson H848A; H311A; H842A; and H477A.
  • Loaned with power cable, VGA cable, and an instructional notecard. Remote control and USB to USB-B cord loaned separately.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • LCD Projector Guide
Mac Display Adapters

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: End of day. Item is due before the Learning Commons closes.
  • Adapters available: Mini DisplayPort to VGA, Mini DisplayPort to HDMI, Mini HDMI to VGA, Micro HDMI to VGA, USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter, Lightning to VGA Adapter, Lightning to HDMI, 30PIN to VGA Adapter, USB-C to USB, Mini DisplayPort to VGA, USB-C to VGA, USB-C to HDMI, USB-C to AUX, 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA, Sony Camcorder RCA Cable.
  • Useful if you are trying to connect a Mac to a projector or display: HDMI represents audio and visual components. VGA only transmits visual material.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • If you want to learn more about our available adapters, check out this guide.

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Projectors

Microphones and Recording Equipment

Lavalier Microphone

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Rode SmartLav Microphone. Provides broadcast-quality audio for a close mic that also connects to a cell phone for easy recording.
  • Also contains: Mounting clip and wind shield.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
USB Microphone

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days
  • Item Information: Yeti Blue USB Powered Microphone. Item comes with USB cable.
  • Compatible with PC/Mac.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • Blue Yeti Guide
On-Camera Microphone

  • Availability: Check
  • Item can be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days.
  • Item Information: Rode Videomic.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Zoom H5 Recorder

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Zoom H5 Recorder model XYH-5. Includes 2 unidirectional microphones. Ideal for podcast recording.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Handheld Microphone

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Shure handheld microphone. Designed for professional vocal use in live performance and studio recording.
  • Also contains: Microphone cable.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Digital Voice Recorder

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Sony Digital Voice Recorder.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Microphones_and_Equipment

Headphones

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 4 hours. Item is due before the Learning Commons closes.
  • Item Information: Sony and Neewer Headsets.
  • Cable Length: 1300mm.
  • Connector: 3.5mm Stereo.
  • Fine Rate: $1/hour

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Headphones

Electronic Accessories

DJI Osmo Mobile Stabilizer

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: DJI Osmo Mobile Stabilizer films with your phone. Download of DJI mobile app is helpful for usage.
  • Also contains: Charging USB cable.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Film Scanning Adapters

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Adapters attach to the scanners in the Learning Commons.
  • You can scan: 35mm Slides, Negatives, 4X5 Inch Film, FilmStrips
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Mac USB SuperDrive

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Apple USB SuperDrive. Play and burn CDs and DVDs.
  • Also contains: USB cable.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Mini Virtual Reality Glasses

  • Availbility: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Virtual Reality(VR) glasses clip on to phone. For use with VR apps.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Blu-Ray/DVD Player

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Sony Portable Blu-Ray DVD and CD player.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Smartphone Tripod Kit

  • Availbility: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item information: Adjustable mount to hold different phones and mini tripod.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
  • Mount can also be used with a CLC full-size tripod
USB-Powered External DVD Writer

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Samsung SE 208 8x Slim Portable External USB Writer. Play and burn CDs and DVDs.
  • Item contains USB cable.
  • Manual: DVD Writer Manual
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
USB-Powered Mouse

  • Item must be booked in advance. Book through UBC Library
  • Loan Time: Maximum of 7 days
  • Item Information: USB plugs into terminal for wireless mouse.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day. Max $30 plus replacement fee.
Virtual Reality 3D Headset

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: ReTrak Utopia 360° Virtual Reality Headset.
  • Item contains: Headset and bluetooth controller.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day
Wireless Presenter

  • Availability: Check
  • Loan Time: 1 day
  • Item Information: Logitech wireless presenter R400.
  • Item contains: USB receiver stick.
  • Fine Rate: $5/day

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Learning_Commons:Chapman_Learning_Commons/Equipment/Misc_Supplies

Canaccord Learning Commons

The Canaccord Learning Commons also has equipment for loan to students in the Sauder School of Business. For more information, please visit the myBCom website.


source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/Canaccord

Woodward Library and the Biomedical Branch Library

Woodward Library and the Biomedical Branch Library have a small selection of chargers and adapters available for loan to current UBC students, faculty and staff. For more information visit the Woodward Library Technology Borrowing page.

Arduino Prototyping Platform

Courtesy of the Engineering Physics Department, six Arduino boards are available for 3-day loan to UBC students, faculty & staff. More information is available from the Engineering Physics Project Lab.
For up to date availability, please see our holdings information page

  • Woodward Library Information Desk

source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/Arduino

Kill A Watt Meters

UBC Library has partnered with the Sustainability Office. These devices monitor energy usage of electrical equipment. For more information, see this news article. They are available at:

  • Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
  • Koerner Library
  • Woodward Library

For up to date availability, please see our holdings information page.


source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/Kill_A_Watt
source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing

Technology loans are available at the Library Service Desk. Available items include adapters, laptops, the Inclusive Technology Lab borrowing collection, and calculators. A Technology Borrowing Agreement must be completed annually before borrowing laptops and ITL technology. Items must be returned at the Library Service Desk.


source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing/UBC_O
source: https://wiki.ubc.ca/Library:Technology_Borrowing