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. 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. Signature © Concordia University 2011 Date