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Online Course Requirements

Background Knowledge

To take online courses through Mayville State, you should be familiar with the following:

Basic operation of a computer.
An Internet browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
Sending and receiving e-mails.
Microsoft Word.

Access to Computers and the Internet

To complete online courses, you will need regular access to a computer and Internet access.

Computer Requirements

Computer Monitor or Display - Online courses will display best at a screen resolution of 800 x 600 pixels and a color depth of Hi Color (16 bit) or greater. The minimum display resolution and color depth are 640 x 480 and a color depth of 256 colors.
Processor and Memory - A Pentium speed PC or Mac with at least 32Mb.
Audio - A sound card, with speakers or headphones may be required for some courses.

Software

PC with Windows 95, NT or better operating system; Macintosh System 7.5 or higher.
Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.
A word processing program.

Individual Requirements

Willingness to interact with instructors and other students via e-mail.
Ability to work from written directions.
A time commitment equivalent to taking an on-campus course.
Capability of expressing yourself in writing.