Keighley College is investing £200,000 in the latest information and communication technology.

New hardware, software and supporting systems are being installed ready for next month's intake of students.

The package includes 190 new computers, ten state-of-the-art G4 Apple Macs, the installation of latest Microsoft and Netscape software, and an upgrade of laser printers.

All teaching and staff rooms are to be networked to allow ICT access, and the availability of the Intranet and Internet within the college is being expanded.

Principal Doug Hardaker said: "The college is committed to providing local people with the best possible learning facilities and that is why we have decided to invest such a substantial sum in the latest information and communication technology.

"The new hardware and software along with the infrastructure we are installing to support it will provide staff, students and business users with access to the latest technology."

Thousands of students every year learn new ICT-based skills or use the college's extensive system to help them with their studies and course-work preparation.

Individuals or companies interested in courses starting next month should contact the student guidance centre on (01535) 618600.