The Herzberg Laboratories for Physics and Computer Science was named for Gerhard Herzberg, Canada’s first Nobel Prize recipient for natural sciences, and Carleton’s former Chancellor.
The building houses the School of Computer Science, the School of Mathematics and Statistics, the Department of Physics, Department of Earth Sciences (including their $10 million POLARIS project), the Environmental Science program, Integrated Science program, and the Faculty of Science Dean’s Office.
A roof-top observatory features a powerful star-gazing 14″ reflecting Celestron telescope.
Accessibility Guide
Parking
4 accessible visitor parking spaces in P16. 1 accessible visitor parking space near the East entrance to Paterson Hall. For information on accessible permit parking, visit Parking Services.
Exterior Entrances
3 accessible entrances. Main entrance near Steacie leads to level 2. Side entrance near Paterson Hall has ramp entry and leads to level 3. Side entry near pedestrian path to Quad leads to level 2.
Interior Entrances
Tunnel entrance leads to level 1.
Elevators
3 accessible elevators. Elevator 1 serves levels 1-5 and features 2 control panels with tactile and braille buttons, and an audible announcement system (voice and beeps). Elevator 2 serves levels 1-5 and features 2 control panels with braille buttons, an audible announcement system (beeps) and a mirror. Elevator 3 serves levels 2-5 and features tactile and braille buttons, and an audible announcement system (voice and beeps).
Washrooms
Accessible stalls in multi-stall washrooms on each level (door openers). Partially-accessible* universal washrooms on levels 2-5 (*no door openers, but some doors are lightweight and not self-closing).
Telephones
Not accessible. Too high for wheelchair users and not equipped with volume control.
Classrooms
There are no general pool classrooms in this building.
Study Areas
Room 227 is an accessible study room for third-year and fourth-year students.
Food/Beverages
Nearest cafeteria/lounge facilities located in University Centre and the Loeb Building.
Dining Services
Please visit the Dining Services website to view all campus dining locations.
Printing
For the nearest public printing location, visit CU on the Go.
Existing Obstacles
No accessible washroom in the building; no disabled parking within close proximity; back section of Room 356 inaccessible.
Remarks/Hints
Take tunnel system to University Centre for fastest access to main buildings in quad area. The Science Technology Centre is located on the first level. The School of Computer Science has a newly constructed floor in the Herzberg Building with elevator access.