Technical Requirements
- 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)