Technical Requirements – Engineering Programs

Engineering Programs Technical Requirements

Technical Requirements at a Glance
Operating SystemWindows 7 or higher
Note: Software used throughout this program may not be compatible with a Mac or Linux operating system; therefore, the use of Mac or Linux is not supported by engineering online programs.
Processor3 GHz or higher
Memory8 GB of RAM
Hard Drive Space500 GB free disk space
BrowserWe recommend the latest Canvas-supported version of Firefox or Internet Explorer.
Plug-insAdobe Reader [Download from Adobe]
Flash Player (v7.0 or later) [Download from Adobe]
Students should have the ability to install other web browser plugins as needed (i.e., Adobe connect browser plug-in)
Additional SoftwareMicrosoft Office
iTunes
Internet ConnectionBroadband (cable or DSL) connection required
PrinterAccess to graphics-capable printer
DVD-ROMRequired
Sound Card, Microphone, and SpeakersRequired
MonitorMonitor (Capable of at least 1024 x 768 resolution)
Additional HardwareIt is a requirement for this online program that students have ready access to a document scanner that allows for the creation of PDF files, which will enable students to submit handwritten homework and exams in several of the mathematics-based courses.

Not sure if your computer is set up correctly? You can use the links below to test your settings:

  1. Adobe Acrobat
  2. Cookies
  3. Frames
  4. Java
  5. JavaScript