|
Engineering Programs Technical
Requirements
|
| Operating System |
Windows 2000, XP, Windows 7, or Vista
Note: Software used throughout this
program may not be compatible with a Mac operating system, and therefore, the use of Mac is
not supported by engineering online programs. |
| Processor |
1 GHz or higher |
| Memory |
256 MB of RAM |
| Hard Drive Space |
500 MB free disk space |
| Browser |
We recommend the latest Angel-supported version of Firefox or Internet Explorer. To
determine if your browser fits this criteria and for advice on downloading a supported
version, please refer to the following ITS knowledgebase article:
http://kb.its.psu.edu/cms/article/6 |
| Plug-ins |
Adobe Reader [Download from Adobe]
Flash Player [Download from Adobe]
Students should have the ability to install other web browser
plugins as needed (ie Adobe connect browser plug-in)
|
| Additional Software |
Microsoft Office
iTunes/Quicktime |
| Internet Connection |
Broadband (cable or DSL) connection required |
| Printer |
Access to graphics-capable printer |
| DVD-ROM |
Required |
| Sound Card, Microphone, and Speakers |
Required |
| Monitor |
Monitor (Capable of at least 1024 x 768 resolution) |
| Additional Hardware |
It 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. |