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Students who take online courses need reasonable computer competence and good study, Internet, and reading comprehension skills to be successful. Online courses also require a minimum time commitment of 10-15 hours each week of the quarter. Skills specific to individual courses may also be required; for example, proficiency with a word processing package may be needed for an online English course.

There are specific computer software, Internet browser and hardware requirements associated with E-Learning @ ATC.

Software Requirements

• Windows operating system (Vista, XP, 2000, NT, ME, 98)*
• Daily access to a computer (preferably at home)
• Internet service provider
  • Do NOT use AOL's Web browser to access your online course
  • DSL
    • AT&T FastAccess DSL 
    • Earthlink
  • Cable modem
    • Charter
    • Comcast
• Email account (must check regularly) - All ATC students have been assigned student.athenstech.edu email accounts. Click here to find out more information and to obtain your account. Students must use their ATC email account for online courses.
• Word processing software (most courses use Microsoft Word 2007) - contact your instructor

NOTE:  Some courses require specific software that is not required by all courses. You are responsible for obtaining and installing any supplemental software required for your course. Contact the instructor for specific requirements.

Internet Browser

The ANGEL learning platform works with the following browsers.
You must use either Internet Explorer 7 or FireFox 2x and higher.

• Internet Explorer 7
• Firefox 2x and higher
• Updated media applications (see below).
  
  Media Downloads
  Your instructor will advise you of the necessary media software needed for your course. Download necessary media by clicking on the links below. 

• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Microsoft Office 2007 Compatibility Pack
• PowerPoint Viewer 2007
• RealPlayer G2
• Macromedia Authorware Web Player
• Macromedia Flash Player
• Windows Media Player
• Java
• MacroMedia ShockWave Player
• Apple QuickTime Player

NOTICE: Some online/hybrid courses use books that require an "Access Key." This Access Key is ONLY available with new books, or purchased directly from the publisher. It is your responsibility to check with the instructor of your online course to determine if the course will require an Access Key. Please do this before you purchase your books for your online/hybrid classes.

Hardware Requirements

• Pentium/AMD/Athlon processor 1.0Ghz or higher
• 512 MB RAM  - 1 Gig preferred
• 100 MB of free disk space (to install a browser if necessary, plus additional space for other programs if applicable)
• DSL modem, Cable modem, or 56K modem
• Printer (laser or inkjet)
• CD-ROM (required for some courses)