Core Technology Services
Meet-Me Room scheduling provides ad-hoc video and/or audio meeting capabilities. MeetMe technologies support any combination traditional video classroom systems, desktop web browsers and telephone.
Video connections are on a shared bridge and the availability of resources is not guaranteed. Use IVN scheduling if you want bridging resources that are dedicated for an event or if you want to control who can connect to an event.
The North Dakota Interactive Video Network (IVN) provides face-to-face collaboration using H.323 high quality video and audio which allows two or more locations/sites to connect for scheduled classes or meetings. University credit classes have first priority for scheduling services. Other events, such as meetings or non-credit classes can be scheduled after the credit class schedule has been finalized each semester. Desktop video and audio connections are available in IVN classrooms.
CTS Responsibilities related to IVN:
Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about videoconferencing by clicking on a question below to reveal the answer.
| Campus | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Bismarck State College | 701-224-5484 |
| Dakota College at Bottineau | 701-228-5601 |
| Dickinson State University | 701-483-2541 |
| Lake Region State College | 701-662-1639 |
| Mayville State University | 701-788-4723 |
| Minot State University | 701-858-3984 |
| North Dakota State College of Science | 701-671-2566/701-671-2190 |
| North Dakota State University | 701-793-3105 |
| University of North Dakota | 701-777-4584 |
| Valley City State University | 701-845-7341 |
| Williston State College | 701-774-4594/701-774-4590 |
| Other | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Dakota Nursing Program | 701-6621650 |
| NDSU Extension Service | 701-231-7881 |
| ND Tribal Colleges | 701-854-8003 |
Level 1 Support — Campus meetings can be operated by event participants. Training on the equipment will be provided.
Level 2 Support — Technicians will be on-hand to start the meeting and ensure the connection is established. Follow-up support will be provided in an on-call basis.
For either Level 1 or Level 2 support, contact your IVN Campus Coordinator to make arrangements.
Although the bridge allows for up to 80 connections, it is not practical to schedule that many. It is recommended to have 7-12 sites to encourage participation at each site. Connections which include videoconferencing classrooms plus desktop or web conferencing connections, have been known to schedule up to 25 sites. However; realize with an increased number of sites, technical difficulties at the receiving sites with camera or audio quality may exist. Be prepared to have tech support available at the host site to help troubleshoot if problems arise.
Typical videoconferencing is set to the voice activated mode. Sites will switch on the monitor when someone at another site speaks. Another format that can be used upon request is the continuous presence format. A number of sites can be viewed on one screen, from a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 21. Ask your IVN Campus Coordinator when scheduling your event about your options.
Yes, although prior testing is needed to ensure the connection and avoid firewalls. Testing must be completed on the other site(s) equipment at least 2-4 weeks prior to the event. Contact your IVN Campus Coordinator to assist you.
Changes or cancellations should be made no less than two business days before the date of the event. This allows time for the facilitator to notify the participants of any changes once they have been made. Contact your campus IVN Coordinator to make any changes or cancellation.
Yes, it can be recorded. Your IVN Campus Coordinator can make the arrangements and provide you with a link to share with attendees following the event.
All non-NDUS events will be charged $20/hr/site to cover event administration and local technical support costs. Each institution will separately invoice the non-NDUS group.