Tech Setup

Required Technology

Reliable internet connection
Laptop or desktop computer
Please note Chromebooks and mobile devices are not compatible resources
Updated internet browser (Chrome or Firefox recommended)
Functional webcam and microphone

Office 365 Microsoft Applications

WCU email and Microsoft applications. Link to student access https://my.westcoastuniversity.edu/

VitalSource Bookshelf E-textbook Reader

E-textbook reader for online courses. Bookshelf guide

Canvas Student App

For mobile access to courses.

Download link for iOS

Download link for Android

Remind App

A communication app that allows instructors and students to communicate via SMS messaging or push notifications.

How do WCU students “get started” with Remind

How do new WCU students claim their Remind account in Canvas

System & Browser Requirements

	Recommended	Minimum
Operating System	Window 10 (latest stable release) (64bit) Mac OS X 10.16 or higher (64-bit)	Window 10 (64bit) Mac OS X 10.13 (64-bit)
Processor	Intel i7 (64-bit) Amd Ryzen 7 (64-bit)	Intel i5 (64-bit) Amd Ryzen 5 (64-bit)
Memory	8 GB of RAM or higher	4 GB of RAM or higher
Monitor Resolution	1920 x 1080 or higher	1024 x 768
Free Hard Disk Space	20 GB or higher of free space	10 GB of free space
Additional Hardware and Accessories	External Mouse Power Bank Protective sleeve or padded bag	Speakers and microphone or headset Webcam Power cord / charging cord / charger
Internet Connection	Broadband (high-speed) Internet connection with a speed of 3 Mbps or higher	Broadband (high-speed) Internet connection
Internet Browser	Google Chrome (latest stable release) Mozilla Firefox (latest stable release)	Microsoft Edge 88+ Safari 13+
Microsoft Office	All active WCU students are provided with a free copy of Microsoft Office 365. You can download Office by logging into your WCU email.
Adobe Acrobat	Adobe Acrobat Reader (latest stable release). Acrobat Reader may be required for course documents within Canvas. You can download Reader for free from the Adobe website.
Accessibility Technology (if needed)	JAWS (latest stable release)	Visit the Microsoft website for details (third-party software may have an additional cost) Visit the Apple website for details (third-party software may have an additional cost)
Third-party Electronic Publishers	Your instructor may choose to include an electronic publisher (for example, a collection of readings, articles, video clips). Because the electronic publisher content varies, you may or may not have additional system requirements. Check with your instructor or with the third-party publisher for specific requirements.
Third-party Assessment (quiz, test, or exam)	Additional Software Your program may require third-party examination software to be downloaded, such as: Respondus Lockdown Browser, Respondus Monitor, atiSECURED, ExamSoft, or similar. During examinations using a third-party software, status bar updates, tabbing ,cookies, microphone, speakers and camera may be required to be enabled. Device Registration with WCU All personal devices used for assessment must be registered with WCU IT department to ensure capability and software requirements are met (Machine and User Authentications). Students will be allowed to register to two devices. Device Type and Size Requirements* Acceptable devices used for assessment include laptops (PC or Mac) with a minimum screen size of 11 inches. *Please not a Chromebook or tablet may NOT be used for assessments.
Mobile Device Use and Support	Mobile device is defined as a smartphone or tablet computer. Mobile device use is acceptable for classroom learning activities if allowed by the faculty. However, mobile devices may NOT be used for any assessment (quiz, text, or exam). Full mobile support for Canvas course content varies by course and third-party publisher. Mobile Apps. Recent versions for iOS or Android are support for various mobile applications such as Canvas mobile and the official West Coast University app. Review the guidelines in the Google Play store or Apple App for specific device requirements. Mobile Browsers. Full mobile support for Canvas course content varies by course, third-party publisher, and protored examination requirements. For current Canvas mobile browser support information, visit the Canvas Community at community.canvaslms.com.