Technology Requirements for Online Classes

Internet Access:

  • Students MUST have access to a high speed internet connection (at least 10 Mbps download speed).
  • If you don’t know what your internet speed is, click here to test.

Drive-up WiFi:

In response to COVID-19-related campus closures, Austin Community College now provides free, secure drive-up WiFi to students and employees at ALL campus locations. All who are on-campus are required to practice social distancing, wear a facial covering when around others, and continue to take CDC precautions. WiFi can be accessed from the parking lots seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm.

How to Log In:

You can log in using the same WiFi username and password you would typically use to access WiFi on-campus. Please view Wireless Connection Instructions on ACC’s website.

Computer Hardware Requirements:

  • Online meetings require a computer to have a web camera with audio capabilities (or telephone for audio).
  • Students also need a standard mouse with a scroll wheel to effectively work in the CAD programs used in our courses. This includes laptops because track pads are just not conducive to working in CAD software.
Please note:
  • The CAD programs used in our courses only run on the Windows operating system.
  • They will not run on a Chromebook.
  • Mac users will need either Apple Boot Camp or Parallels installed to run the required CAD program.

Software Requirements:

  • A free student version of the CAD program your course uses can be downloaded by joining the Autodesk Student Community.
  • More information about the educational downloads can be found here .

Recommended Accessories:

  • A dual monitor display setup is strongly recommended.

If you don’t have access to the technology required for this course, please click one of the buttons below to request help.

Technology Request
Fall 2020