2011-2012 TECHNOLOGY
REQUIREMENTS & AGREEMENT
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
Computer Requirements:
Recommended:
Internet Connection
Minimum 3G – Cellular, Satellite, DSL, or Cable Modem Broadband connection speed and
local control over any blocked ports
Browser
At least two up-to-date browsers (Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome,
Opera or Safari) Configured to allow JavaScript, java, cookies, pop-ups from Concordia
University-St. Paul
Software / Multimedia
Microsoft Office Suite or compatible software capable of reading and creating the
following extensions: docx, xlsx, pptx
Java, QuickTime, Flash player, Adobe reader or compatible software
Up-to-date Antivirus Software (that can be managed locally to allow Concordia UniversitySt. Paul content)
Other program specific software*
Processor
At least 2Ghz Manufactured within the last 3 years
RAM
At least 2GB
Peripherals
Monitor capable of 1024 x 768 resolution
TECHNOLOGY SKILL REQUIREMENTS
If you do not currently possess the following skills, we recommend seeking additional training prior to your participation in a course that utilizes
Blackboard©. The School of Continuing Studies has a variety of classes to meet your needs, http://www.csp.edu/scs/.
Required Proficiency:
Minimum:
Internet
Accessing specific web addresses (URLs), Able to follow walkthrough to configure web
browser.
E-mail
Composing Sending and Customizing messages through an e-mail client, Attaching and
retrieving documents
Computer*
Managing Files (creating folders, move, copying, delete and backup files), Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint basics (cut and paste, save as, inserting multimedia, working with charts
and graphs, formatting and printing documents), Comfortable running Antivirus Scans.
*Specific courses or programs may have additional requirements; please see your Admission Counselor for further information.
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I, [Print Name]
understand that:
I must have the computer skills and requirements outlined by Concordia University, St. Paul, prior to the start of my program.
The provided Concordia University, St. Paul e-mail account will be used for official communication.
Concordia University, St. Paul has a student-staffed Help Desk that offers basic academic related computer support.
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