Physics Computer Services

PCS Computer Account/Doorcode Application for Incoming Graduate Students Only


NOTE: Computer accounts and doorcodes will be removed when the user ceases affiliation with the UCSB Physics Department (i.e. graduation, termination of employment).

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General Applicant Info

Full Name (First M.I. Last):
Expected date of arrival at UCSB (MM/DD/YY)? (i.e 09/02/08) :
If known, who will be your research advisor? :
Will you need a TAship in the Fall?
Desired PIN # (must be six (6) digits, no geometric keypad patterns, no mathematical or physical constants) :
PIN will be used for numeric key-pad entry door for the Graduate Computing room. If your chosen code is deemed too simple, no code will be assigned.
Listing on Department Directory? Do you wish to be listed on the department web page directory of graduate students?:
Account Requestor's Current E-mail Address :
Favorite pizza topping:
PCS will send a confirmation when computer accounts are ready.


Computer Account Info

Username (no longer than 8 lowercase characters):
Note: The username will also be your email address: username@physics.ucsb.edu
Temporary Password (6 to 8 char.) :
If you specify a password that is insufficently complex (mixture of letters, numbers and symbols) we will assign another password. You can obtain your password when you arrive at UCSB. We do not send passwords via e-mail.
Do you want an email account @physics.ucsb.edu?
Do you want a web server account for personal web space?
If you are going to be a TA, you are REQUIRED to have a web server account in order to be assigned to a class, and to enter your office hours.


Personal Computer Information

Are you planning to bring a computer with you?
If you are bringing a computer, please answer these questions below to help us plan for student needs.
What Operating System does it run?
If Other, please explain :
Are you interested in connecting your computer at UCSB?
Be aware that to connect to the campus network your computer must be patched to current levels. The Physics Department supplies its members with anti-virus software that must be installed and current. The computer must also pass a vulnerability and security test. Bring your computer to the PCS office when you arrive.
What method will you use to connect to the Internet from home?
If Other, please explain :

PLEASE READ AND SIGN the Physics Department Computer Usage Policy form and Information Release and Authorization Form sent to you by the Physics Department Graduate Advisor. Return the signed forms to the Graduate Advisor.
Without these forms on file, we cannot process your computer account application.
If you have lost these forms, or did not receive them, click on the links above, print and submit them via U.S. Mail.

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[UCSB Physics]
Physics Computer Services, pcs@physics.ucsb.edu
Last Modified: July 19, 2007