Technology Requirements
Students are required to have a laptop computer and a mobile device that meet the following minimum specifications. Students are required to bring their laptop computer and mobile device to the onsite OTD Program Orientation.
Laptop Computer
A laptop computer, with Windows or iOS operating system, is acceptable with the minimum requirements:
| Windows | Mac | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | i5 or faster | i5 or faster |
| Display | 13-inch display (or larger recommended) | 13-inch display (or larger recommended) |
| Hardware | Webcam capabilities required | Webcam capabilities required |
| Operating System | Windows 10 or higher | Apple OS 10.11 or higher |
| RAM | 8GM (or larger) | 8GB (or larger) |
| Hard Drive | 256GB (or larger) | 256GB (or larger) |
| Networking | Wireless: 802.11g (or higher) | Wireless: 802.11g (or higher) |
| Bandwidth | Minimum 15 Mpbs, download/2 Mpbs upload speed | Minimum 15 Mpbs download/2 Mpbs upload speed |
| Carrying Case | Quality case suggested for your protection | Quality case suggested for your protection |
| Warranty | 3 year limited warranty with next business day on-site service is suggested | AppleCare Protection Plan for up to 3 years is suggested |
| Software |
Microsoft Office 365 (available for free download using Baylor University student email account) Anti-virus and malware software Acrobat Reader Other computer software/applications required by program |
Microsoft Office 365 (available for free download using Baylor University student email account) Anti-virus and malware software Acrobat Reader Other computer software/applications required by program |
Mobile Device
Android and Apple products are acceptable and must have mobile broadband capabilities. Microsoft products such as Surface, Surface Pro, and Lumia devices are NOT acceptable as multiple software applications required for the program are not currently compatible with Windows operating systems. Please see below for example product:
- Android: Example products include phones and tablets from Acer, ASUS, Google, HTC, and Samsung. Android operating system version 6.0 or newer required.
- Apple: Example products include the iPhone and iPad of various generations. Apple operating system version 9.0 or newer required.
Internet Access and Capabilities
Students must have regular and reliable access to a broadband (DSL, cable, or satellite) internet connection. We recommend a minimum 15 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload speed. You can test your current internet speeds at here. A dial-up modem will not be able to handle the multimedia format of an online course.
Mobile broadband capability for the mobile device is suggested to provide an internet connection when a local wireless network is not available.
Software
Google Chrome is the recommended web browser and is required when taking online examinations. Other web browsers that are compatible with Canvas are found at here.
Microsoft Office 365 is required. If you do not currently own a version of Microsoft Office, you can access a subscription for free at here by using your Baylor University BearID.
All assessments, with the exception of certain lab exams, contributing to >5% of the final course grade will be administered via a secure-testing computer software. Students will download and register secure-testing software to their personal laptop computers during the onsite orientation. Tablets and mobile devices cannot be used for computer-based testing.
If additional software or digital content is required for a course, it will be stated in the course syllabus to allow plenty of time to purchase it. A variety of mobile device applications are required for use throughout the program.