Acquire Necessary Technology

Desktop or Laptop Computer

Computer capable of running Windows 10, Mac OS 10.8 or newer with the latest operating system, at least 8GB of Ram, 2GHz CPU and 1024 x 768 resolution monitor. 

Note: Mines students can receive computer discounts from Dell, Apple and Lenovo

Computer Microphone and Speakers

USB headset with microphone recommended. 

Webcam

Built-in webcam for laptops or USB webcam for desktop

Reliable, High-Speed Internet Connection

Students should have 6Mbps download  & 1.5Mbps upload speeds or higher. 

Students are responsible for their ensuring their internet connection provides adequate bandwidth (i.e. data usage) limits as some courses may utilize significant amounts of data. Check your internet speeds here.

Two Web Browsers

The latest or recent version of Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox with JavaScript enabled and accepts cookies are recommended. Download additional browsers here: Firefox and Google Chrome.

Mines VPN Access

VPN access is available on the Mines VPN page.

Productivity Tools

Students may use a variety of productivity tools, such as OpenOffice, Google G Suite, Office 365 and iWork to create text documents, presentations and spreadsheets. Check with the department on specific file type (e.g. PDF, DOCX, etc) requirements.

System Requirements:

• Office 365 (Enrolled students may download Microsoft Office for no additional cost.)
• Google Apps
• OpenOffice
• iWork

Zoom Web Conferencing Application

Download the free application on the Zoom website. Check your system requirements here.

Adobe Flash Browser Plugin (as needed)

Test and install Adobe Flash player (only required if recording with Canvas video recorder). *Flash not supported in Chrome*

Javascript (As Needed)

Enable javascript in your web browsers: Windows and Mac.