To participate in online programs students will need a computer system with current specifications.  Students are encouraged to visit their distance learning program information/website for recommended system requirements as hardware and software requirements vary by program.  The Blackboard Support website provides additional assistance regarding system requirements.  Distance learners may purchase UC-licensed software through the UC Bookstore Computer Department.

In general, technical requirements include the following. 

Minimum Hardware (PC)

• 2.5 GHz dual-core Intel i5 processor or faster
• 4 GB RAM
• 500Gb HD
• DVD-RW drive
• Video card with 256Mb of memory or more
• Monitor that supports 1280x1024 resolution or higher
• Broadband connection (i.e., DSL or cable modem that supports 1Mbps or higher)

Ideal Hardware (PC)

• 2.7GHz quad-core Intel i7 processor or faster
• 8 GB RAM
• 1Tb 7200 RPM drive
• DVD-RW drive
• Fast broadband connection (i.e., DSL or cable modem that supports 10Mbps or higher)
• Single or dual monitors that support 1920x1080 resolution or higher

Basic Mac System Requirements

• iMac or Mac mini with 2.5Ghz dual-core Intel i5 processor or faster
• 8 GB RAM
• 1Tb 7200 RPM drive
• 8x SuperDrive
• Monitor that supports 1280x1024 resolution or higher
• Broadband connection (i.e., DSL or cable modem that supports 1Mbps or higher)
  

Ideal Mac System Requirements

• Mac Pro with 3.2GHz quad-core Intel Xeon processor or faster
• 4 GB RAM
• 500 Gb HD
• 18x SuperDrive
• Single or dual monitors that support 1920x1080 resolution or higher
• Fast broadband connection (i.e., DSL or cable modem that supports 10Mbps or higher)
  
  

Minimum Software

• Latest version of Firefox (Mac & PC), IE (PC), and/or Safari (Mac)
  
• MS Office 2010 (PC) or MS Office 2011 (Mac)
• Broadband internet connection (at least 1Mbps, preferably 10Mbps or higher)