What is AURORA Timetable?
AURORA Timetable is a comprehensive timetable generator and editor application primarily developed for elementary and high schools. It offers a user-friendly desktop application with full control over scheduling processes, supporting undo/redo functionality and accessibility features like keyboard-only use. The tool is free, open-source, and platform-independent, with installers available for Windows and GNU/Linux systems.
The application enables easy integration with other systems and supports multiple languages. It can generate entire timetables with predefined times, manual adjustments, class groups, and unlimited numbers of classes, groups, rooms, teachers, and subjects. Additional features include support for multiple weeks and terms, alternative bell timings, and multiple generator algorithms. AURORA Timetable also provides exports to various formats such as Excel, OpenDocument, CSV, KRÉTA, aSc, web pages, and images.
Features
- Free and Open Source: No cost with open-source availability for customization
- Platform Independent: Works on Windows and GNU/Linux with dedicated installers
- User-Friendly Desktop App: Full control with undo/redo and keyboard-only accessibility
- Timetable Generation: Supports predefined times, manual adjustment, and class groups
- Unlimited Resources: No limits on classes, groups, rooms, teachers, or subjects
- Multiple Weeks and Terms: Handles scheduling across different time periods
- Alternative Bell Timings: Customizable bell schedules for schools
- Multiple Generator Algorithms: Various algorithms for optimized timetable creation
- Multi-Language Support: Available in multiple languages for broader usability
- Export Options: Exports to Excel, OpenDocument, CSV, KRÉTA, aSc, web pages, and images
Use Cases
- Creating timetables for elementary schools
- Scheduling classes and activities in high schools
- Managing teacher assignments and room allocations
- Generating alternative bell timing schedules
- Exporting timetables to educational systems like KRÉTA or aSc
- Integrating timetable data with other school management systems
