Remote Learning Technical Requirements
The following technical specifications are for students learning in a blended or fully remote delivery due to COVID-19. The specifications below include a few options for students depending on their computing needs.
If you have any questions about the technical requirements for your program, please contact your School or program coordinator.
Apple MacBook
Feature | Requirements |
Processor | 64-bit Multicore Intel (Intel i5 or Intel i7) |
Operating system | macOS v10.13 or later |
RAM | 16 GB or more |
GPU | Discrete graphics card (AMD/Nvidia), 2 GB of GPU VRAM or more, NOT integrated Intel graphics |
Storage |
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Monitor resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater |
Network connection |
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PC Build 1: General purpose
Feature | Requirements |
Processor |
64-bit Multicore Intel® w/ Intel-VT or 64-bit Multicore AMD with AMD-V support |
Operating system | Windows 10 Pro or Education |
RAM | 8 GB minimum |
Storage |
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Monitor resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater |
Network connection |
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PC Build 2: Performance
Feature | Requirements |
Processor |
64-bit Multicore Intel® w/ Intel-VT or 64-bit Multicore AMD with AMD-V support (Intel i5 or i7, i7 recommended or AMD equivalent) |
Operating system | Windows 10 Pro or Education |
RAM | 16 GB of RAM or more |
GPU | Discrete AMD or Nvidia with 4GB GPU Vram or more. Must support full OpenGL 3.2 and OpenCL 1.2 technologies. NOT integrated Intel graphics |
Storage |
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Monitor resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater |
PC Build 3: High performance
Feature | Requirements |
Processor |
64-bit Multicore Intel® w/ Intel-VT or 64-bit Multicore AMD with AMD-V support (Intel i7 or AMD equivalent) |
Operating system | Windows 10 Pro or Education |
RAM | 16 GB of RAM or more |
GPU | Discrete AMD or Nvidia card with 6GB vram or more. Must support full OpenGL 3.2 and OpenCL 1.2 Technologies. NOT integrated Intel graphics |
Storage |
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Students must have regular access to the internet. High-speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is highly recommended for the optimal learning experience.
Peripherals
Please note, a webcam and microphone are encouraged and may be necessary for some course participation and/or assessments.
Software
Students requiring software can obtain Windows and Microsoft Office for free. Additional software that may be required for your program can be found at the Azure Dev Tools site.
For technical support, please contact I.T. Support Services.