Working with a Calculator Operator

A calculator operator will support you by inputting data on a calculator upon your instruction. An invigilator will be present in the exam venue along with the Calculator Operator

What can I expect?

The Calculator Operator will: 

  • Have a copy of the exam paper 
  • Input calculations exactly as you dictate them 
  • Read back the answers that are calculated 
The Calculator Operator will not: 
 
  • Explain or clarify any part of the examination paper 
  • Explain abbreviations and symbols 
  • Prompt you to move onto the next question or help the student to choose which question to answer 
  • Read any of the exam paper, unless they are working as both Reader and Calculator Operator 
  • Continue operating the calculator once the examination has finished. 

What to do next?

Please visit the Student Self Service Portal (link out) to check your exam support is what you are expecting.If they are not as you are expecting, please email studentinclusion@lboro.ac.uk or phone 01509 222765. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit your self-service page here and view the ‘disability’ tab

Yes, they will. This includes upon your return from any placement or LOA etc

Yes, we would encourage you to do this by emailing academicandpractical@lboro.ac.uk 

For more information please view our SWAI Evidence Policy

No, you need to register with SWAI and be reassessed.  
 

Please contact studentinclusion@lboro.ac.uk or Studentwellbeing@lboro.ac.uk to request the adjustment you require. One of our advisers will review your request. 

Last Updated: 15th August 2022