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Computer Requirements
and Suggestions
 

INSTRUCTION METHODS

A combination of delivery methods are used to facilitate student learning.  These learning tools provide the students, faculty, and staff more options to help the student continue her/his education.

Internet provides online-instructor-prepared materials and class assignments. Internet resources are used as an integral part of instruction.

Computer Conferencing allows students to freely interact with faculty and other class members.

CD’s and Videostreaming provide audiovisual instructor presentations and demonstrations.

E-mail allows students to interact on a one-to-one or group basis with other students and faculty members.

StreamingMedia over the internet will enhance the learning process by allowing the student access to "live" and "on-demand" lectures / presentations directly from the university to your home computer.

On-Line Journals provide students immediate accessibility to library references.

New ways to learn are being discovered every day. As the School of Nursing and Health Professions continues to grow, we are committed to providing students access to our programs to further their education, enhance their learning, and promote life long education.

Computer Requirements and Suggestions
In order to participate in required course work, you will need to have access to a computer and the Internet. For students who wish to use a home computer, it is recommended that your computer have a: 

-Pentium processor that runs at 500 MHz or higher; with 128 MB or higher of RAM. 
-33.6 modem or higher with a sound card and speakers; CD-ROM. 
-Operating system of Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows NT 4.0. 
-Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 4.75 or later.

Students with computers that are more than 3 years old should consider upgrading or purchasing a new computer. The majority of new computers on the market today meet the necessary requirements. You will then need to install any necessary software required for course studies.

Student with computers that are more than 5 years old should consider a new computer. Please contact Jon Reidford at jmreidfo@usi.edu or 812-461-5218 for suggestions.