The below are a general overview of the requirements and restrictions for using COM spaces for classwork. Please see COM Technology staff for assistance. COM reserves the right to ask students to leave technical spaces and cancel future reservations. If you are looking to reserve a space for non-COM related purposes, please see our policies here.

  • NO Food or open drinks in any Bay, Studio, or Suite. Exception: Drinks in a bottle with a cap or spill-proof travel mug. Please eat in the hallway and other common areas.
  • Students may not connect/disconnect cables or change the hardware configuration in rooms except where specifically indicated. External hard drives may be connected to ports on the front of computer and/or hub on desk. Please ask for help if something appears to be malfunctioning.
  • Podcast Studios, Suites, and Bays are intended for post-production and audio recording only. Desks and other furniture may not be moved for any reason. Requests to use the spaces for video recording must be approved in writing in advance.
  • Spaces are exclusively for completing COM coursework that has been assigned by a COM professor. Any and all other usage, including usage for clubs, internships, and “personal projects” must be approved in advance. Email comhelp@bu.edu for details and requests.
  • All spaces require reservations. Students must leave the space within 30 minutes of the conclusion of their reservation.
  • Do not prop doors open for any reason. Please email comhelp@bu.edu regarding access troubles.
  • After using a COM space remember to reset the room fully. For East, put away props, flats, furniture, lights, and sweep if there is any debris left behind. For Edit Bays and Podcast Suites, take all your belongings and dispose of any trash.

Please email comhelp@bu.edu for questions or exception requests.

Specialty Spaces

Reservations are required to gain access to all specialty spaces including:

Studio 100**
Studio West**
Studio East**
Podcast Studios
Editing Suites
Finishing Suites
Voice Over Booth
Babcock Studios**
Individual Computer Stations within Computer Lab 338

Reservations can be made through wco.bu.edu after completing a brief quiz on space regulations and usage.
**These spaces are exceptions and can only be reserved by communicating with staff members directly. Email inquiries to comhelp@bu.edu

Safety

For general safety guidelines please see the Film and Television Department’s Handbook. It outlines policies that all productions should follow as well as location guidelines and emergency protocols.

  • Never work alone
  • Keep emergency exits clear at all times.
  • Be aware of where emergency contact signage is posted
  • Do not assume others have been trained. Call-out unsafe situations
  • Know where emergency shut-off breakers & fire extinguishers are located
  • Know who is on production and have a way to contact them in case of emergency.