Online Courses

Technical Requirements

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  • Mac or Windows computer
  • Up-to-date web browser like Internet Explorer or Netscape Communicator
  • 56 K or faster modem
  • Internet Service Provider*

You'll need the ability to

  • find, open and save files
  • download and install software, and to browse the Internet
  • learn independently and manage time effectively

You'll also need:

  • to meet the prerequisites of the course (see online course description for more information about prerequisites)
  • to be an independent learner who can manage time effectively

*AOL users: There may be some problems with taking online tests. If this happens to you, do not use the AOL browser to get into your online course. Instead, connect to the Internet using AOL, minimize AOL and use one of the following recommended browsers:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 (PC)
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.1 (Mac OS9, OSX.1)
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.2 (Mac OS9, OSX.2)
  • Netscape 6.2.x (PC and Mac)
  • Netscape 7.0 and 7.1 (PC and Mac OSX)