A.
The purpose of the ATMC is to provide advanced technology and manufacturing
solutions to meet current and future industry needs. This is accomplished
through building partnerships between Industry and the University. The
format is frequently a fixed price contract with faculty providing the
innovations, students, the bulk of labor and full-time ATMC staff for
the mentoring and guidance needed to deliver on schedule and on budget.
Q.
What are the hours of operation?
A. The
ATMC operates Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm for most conferences.
Weekend and evening availability can be arranged.
Q.
Is there parking available?
A. There
is ample parking in the two parking lots at the ATMC. There is no fee
for parking.
Q.
Are UMass Dartmouth classes held at the ATMC?
A. There
are no University classes held at this facility.
Q.
How long has the Center been operating?
A. The
Center has been operating since November 2001.
Q.
Who can use the Conference Center?
A.
The Conference Center is provided for the use of the University, our Venture
Technology Partners, State/City and Non-Profit Organizations as well as
for private corporations. Events which occur at the ATMC must comply with
the ATMC’s mission of Promoting or Supporting Advanced Technology
& Manufacturing.
Q.
Is the Center open to the public?
A.
The building is a private building and private businesses operate in the
Center. If you would like more information, please call 508-910-9800.
Q.
What kind of conference room capabilities are there?
A.
We offer a state-of-the-art 200 person auditorium conference room; several
meeting rooms as well as video conferencing capabilities. Please see the
Conference
Center section for more information.
Q.
What are the fees for the Conference Center?
A. We
will be glad to provide you rate information if you call us at 508-910-9800.
Q.
Who do I contact for more information about scheduling an event at the
ATMC?
A. Please
contact our conference coordinator at 508-910-9800 to schedule your event.
Q.
What kind of space is available?
A.
Space is available for technology companies. The space includes office,
research and manufacturing facilities. For more information contact Mr.
John Miller at 508-910-9830.
Q.
Who do I contact if I would like to use the research and partnering laboratories?
A. Please
contact Mr. John Miller at 508-910-9830 for details.
Q.
Who do I contact regarding employment opportunities at the ATMC?
A.
The ATMC staff is hired by the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth.
All inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Office at UMass
Dartmouth.
Q.
How far is the ATMC from the airport?
A.
ATMC is easily accessible to both T.F.Green and Logan airport. T.F.Green
in Providence is 27 miles and Logan in Boston is 54 miles.
Q.
Do you have high speed Internet access in meeting rooms?
A.
Yes, all conference rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access
as well as conference phones and audio-video equipment. In addition, the
ATMC has a state-of-art video conferencing facility.
Q.
Can we bring our own laptop in for conferences?
A.
Yes, our equipment is compatible with the most laptops. We have technical
personnel on-site to assist you. If you have specific needs please call
508-910-9800 and we would be happy to help you.
