Computing Requirements
Computer requirements for Spring 2024 and Summer/Fall 2024 entering students.
All incoming Engineering Freshmen and Transfer students are required to own or purchase a Microsoft Windows based laptop computer. Students must bring their laptops to class as course work often requires the use of a computer. Apple - MAC computers are not compatible with all engineering application software that is required for engineering course work.
Minimum requirements are listed below.
| Laptop Desktop |
Required Does not meet class work requirement. |
| Windows 11 Professional 64Bit |
Approved (Windows 10 Pro accepted) |
| Apple OSX |
Does not meet class work requirement. |
| Microsoft Office | This is available for free by using your MyNova user id and password at the following link. |
HardDrive
|
256GB or greater Solid-State Drives (or SSDs) are preferred for better performance |
| Wifi |
Required |
| Processor RAM |
Intel i7, Intel i9 Recommended. (AMD accepted) 16GB min |
| Video, Discrete Recommended |
1080i Recommended |
| Onboard USB Ports |
Required, some applications and labs may require the use of USB connection USB 3.0/C ports Recommended |