Minimum System Requirement

Minimum System (Hardware/Software) Requirements

To fully participate in this program, you will need a computer system that meets the following minimum technical specifications.

Hardware (minimum requirements):
Processor:	533 MHz or higher-multimedia processor such as AMD Athlon 64 -preferred
Memory:	4 GB of RAM or higher
Monitor:	17” monitor with 800 x 600 resolution capability or larger; For best performance, access Blackboard using 1024x768 resolution or higher
CD-R/DVD:	48X CD-RW/DVD combo drive
Modem:	56 K V.90/ V.92 required
Network Card:	integrated 10/100 network interface
Sound:	PCI sound card- multimedia use required
Video:	256 MB – VGA graphics card required
Printer:	Graphics-capable (inkjet or laser) printer

Software (minimum requirements):
Operating System:	Windows 98, XP or higher, Macintosh OS X or higher
MS Office:	Microsoft Office 2003
Other Software:	Macromedia Studio 8, Adobe Acrobat 8.0 (Note: The software will be used throughout the MSIDT and IDT certificate programs.)
Anti-Virus:	current Anti-Virus software updated monthly (preferred Norton Utilities or McAfee)
Web Browser:	Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher or Mozilla Firefox (Java and Javascript must be enabled)
Adobe Acrobat:	Adobe Acrobat Reader - available at: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
Email:	Email account must be able to send/receive attachments, etc.
Computer Settings:	Do not upgrade to Netscape 6.0 as it is not currently compatible with BlackBoard. AOL users must minimize AOL, not close, and then go to either Internet Explorer or Netscape (preferred)
Plug-ins:	Apple QuickTime (http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/win.html) Real Networks Real Player (http://www.real.com/player/index.html) Windows Media Player (http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/) Java (http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.4.2/download.html) Shockwave (http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/)
Service Provider:	You are required to have a dependable live connection to the Internet - preferably using DSL or cable modem. You should research various providers and choose the service that best meets your needs. Please keep in mind that the speed and reliability of your connection will directly influence your online learning experience. Internet access at work may not allow enough time to complete assignments. "Firewalls" may impede access to online courses from work and also from home.
Skills:	Skills: You should be proficient in using the World Wide Web and e-mail - and you must have an e-mail address. You should have a thorough knowledge of Word Processing: attachments, spell check, copy and paste, etc.