Technology

Any computer or laptop purchased in the past three years will meet the minimum specs.

Specific Details

• Operating System: Windows 10; or Mac OS X Version 10.12 (Sierra).
• Hard drive of 250 GB or more.
• RAM: 8 GB or more recommended.
• Webcam and noise-cancelling headset or ear buds.
• Microsoft Office software:
  • MS Office (including MS Word, PowerPoint, & Publisher) Office 2013 or Office 365.
  • For MAC users, Office 2011 or Office 365.
• Broadband/high speed Internet access: A corporate office or hospital internet system is sufficient for speed, however firewalls might prevent the student from accessing certain software such as Moodle. Recommended home-based Internet services are DSL or cable (ideal). Satellite or cellular-based services are not recommended especially for videoconferencing. Satellite can work for accessing Moodle and forum discussions.
• Optimal Zoom videoconferencing: 600kbps/1.2Mbps (up/down) for HQ video. For gallery view: 1.5Mbps/1.5Mbps (up/down).