A-B Tech utilizes a variety of technology throughout the nursing program. A laptop computer with a current operating system is required. Chromebooks are not recommended. Additional specific technical requirements are as follows:
- A webcam if the computer does not have this built in. The webcam (internal or external) should have at least a 320x241 VGA resolution.
- A basic microphone if the computer does not have one built in.
- A minimum of 4 GB of RAM. A minimum resolution of 1024x600.
- A 12inch screen or larger.
- JavaScript and cookies must be enabled.
- Google Chrome is the required browser and Mozilla Firefox is recommended.
- Access to reliable internet that has a minimum download speed of 3 megabits per second is required and satellite connections are not recommended.
- Sufficient battery that will stay charged for at least 3 hours, and a charging cord should be brought to class. Charging outlets are limited in the School of Nursing classrooms.
- Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft office software
- Faculty are unable to open HEIC files. Online file submissions should be in a pdf or word format (unless otherwise indicated in the course syllabus).