Science Learning Center

What is the Science Learning Center (SLC)?

The Science Learning Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed with student support in mind! Here, we feature an organic chemistry center (OC²), an anatomy and physiology lab, a microscope learning area, virtual reality equipment, as well as subject area tutoring for a wide variety of science classes. All of the resources in the Science Learning Center are completely FREE of charge!

How do I make an appointment?

Here are the step-by-step instructions:

1. Go totutoring.bjtvalve.com.
2. Log in with your FAU ID and password.
3. Locate the widget titled “Schedule a Tutoring/Consultant Appointment” on the Dashboard.
4. Choose the subject for which you’d like to make an appointment from the drop-down and press “Search”.
5. Pick a time slot from the available choices; please be sure to scroll down to see more availability. Please note that in-person tutoring sessions in the BEL lab are color coded yellow. If you want help with the course content, please make sure you are selecting the yellow appointment blocks. If nothing is available, there is also an option to submit a request to our center. 
6. Press "Confirm".
7. You should be emailed a visit confirmation receipt. 

Viewing Upcoming Appointments and/or Canceling an Appointment

Here are the step-by-step instructions:

1. Go to tutoring.bjtvalve.com.
2. Log in with your FAU ID and password.
3. On your dashboard, you will see a widget in the top right corner with all your upcoming appointments.
4. To cancel your appointment, click the "X" in the top right corner of the appointment box and click "Cancel Your Appointment".    (NOTE: that you will not be able to cancel your appointment within two hours of the appointment start time. If you'd like to cancel less than two hours before your appointment, please email class@bjtvalve.com.)

Where is the Science Learning Center?

The Science Learning Center (SLC) is located in the Schmidt Family Complex for Academic and Athletic Excellence (SF 103). The Schmidt Family Complex (SF) is the new building between FAU Stadium and Parking Garage III. When you enter the main doors of the SF building, turn left and follow the hall, past the Avron B. Fogelman Sports Museum and Owls Care Health Promotion, to the glass double doors of the Science Learning Center!

When is the SLC open*?

Monday:  9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday:  10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday:  9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday:  10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday:  9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

SLC is closed on all University observed holidays.

What kind of tutoring is available?

Tutoring in the Science Learning Center is offered as small group sessions and is appointment-based. Frequently supported courses include:

• Astronomy
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Biology
• Genetics
• General Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physics
• Psychology
• And many more!

Who are our tutors?

Our peer tutors are successful students who have earned at least an A- in the courses they tutor, have been recommended by their professors, and have been trained in effective tutoring techniques through our intensive, CRLA Level 1 and 2 certified tutor training program.  Their goal is to help students review course content through the use of interactive learning strategies and to help students learn study strategies that will aid in their success in their future classes as well. Peer tutors help improve performance in a difficult course by modeling effective study techniques and breaking down difficult concepts.