Wide-scale outage of University systems and websites - Thursday 5 November 2020

The Information and Communications Technology Incident Management team is currently investigating the cause of a wide-scale outage on systems and websites, including those listed below.

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What is mcEmpirics ?

What is mcEmpirics?

mcEmpirics is an e-learning website providing access to  a large number of quiz questions for students of introductory and intermediate applied micro-econometrics to practice and assess their knowledge of econometrics. Read more here.

Set up ArcGIS

ArcGIS is a geographic information system (GIS) for working with maps and geographic information. Staff can download ArcGIS Desktop 10 and ArcGIS Pro 25. This system can be used to:

  • create and use maps
  • compile geographic data
  • analyse mapped information
  • share and discover geographic information
  • use maps and geographic information in a range of applications
  • manage geographic information in a database

Setting passwords for existing Zoom meetings

It is best practice when scheduling Zoom meetings to include a passcode in the settings of a meeting. In some instances you may need to update a previously scheduled Zoom meeting and add a passcode.  

 

How to opt out of a lecture being recorded automatically

Lectures and seminars scheduled in rooms equipped with recording capability will automatically be recorded and the recordings added to the unit of study website on the LMS unless an opt-out has been authorised.

Authority to grant approval for opting-out of lecture recordings in University-managed lecture theatres is held by the Dean or, if the Dean has delegated, to the Head of School.

An opt out can be authorised for a series of lectures or an individual lecture using this process.

Changes to your University supplied SydneyMail email account

Why is my email changing?

In 2019 the University made the decision to cease the continued access of University supplied email and Office365 to non enrolled student. This was driven by the University's commitment to improve the quality of the services for its active users. 

How to Check a Users Access to SharePoint Document.

At times it is important to check what access a user has to a SharePoint Document. This can help to understand why a user might not be able to access a resource. 

What is MATLAB and Simulink?

MATLAB and Simulink are graphical programming platforms that helps engineers to design and test models of physical environments.

It works alongside older software, IP and hardware while using the latest computing technologies.

Matlab is used extensively across the University and considered critical to research. It is a core component to several units of study in the Faculties of Engineering and Science and is installed on all Science and Engineering faculty PC labs and on most General Teaching PC labs, can be installed on Staff and Students University and personally owned computing devices.

Expertise in the use of Matlab is considered important for student skill development due to its wide use within Australian industry.

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How to Check a Users Access to SharePoint Site.

At times it is important to check what access a user has to a SharePoint Site. This can help to understand why a user might not be able to access a resource. 

How to get EndNote 20 for PC

EndNote is a tool for staff and students that assists you to publish and manage bibliographies, citations and references. When your employment or studies at the University end, you will need to purchase your own license.

If you already have EndNote 20, follow these instructions when it prompts you to update.

How to Check a Users Access to SharePoint Document Library/List.

At times it is important to check what access a user has to a SharePoint Document Library or List. This can help to understand why a user might not be able to access a resource. 

Risk and Impact Analysis of Change Requests

Analysing change requests for risk and impact is a crucial aspect of change management. This process helps ensure that proposed changes to services are thoroughly assessed to minimize disruptions and maintain the stability and reliability of services

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