Current Students

Computer Requirements

OU College of Nursing instructors use Desire2Learn to organize their course materials and make use of the study and communication tools offered by Desire2Learn, including course mail, an online calendar, chat rooms, discussion forums, grade book, quizzes, etc.

Registered users can access Desire2Learn courses through https://ouhsc.desire2learn.com, bookmark new site.

If you don't have an account but are registered for an Internet course(s), e-mail Angel-Nursing@ouhsc.edu for access.

To get the most out of distance education, you will need basic computer skills, a good computer and a high quality internet connection. See below for specific details.

Hardware

Minimum Requirements

• Processor = Pentium IV, Core Duo or higher processor
• Operating System = Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7.
• RAM = 1GB
• Hard Drive= 80 GB
• Recommended but not required, High Speed Cable or DSL.
• Multimedia Capabilities = sound card with speakers.
• CD-ROM drive = 24 X or faster
  • Recommend CD/DVD-RW drive
• Printer = A high quality ink-jet or laser printer

Recommended Hardware

1. Windows Computers
   • Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T7300 (2.00GHz) 4M L2 Cache, 800MHz Dual Core
   • 2.0GB, DDR2-667 SDRAM, 2 DIMMS
   • Multi format DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL media
   • Built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector;
   • Microsoft Windows Vista Home Professional
   • Microsoft Office 2010
   • Keyboard and mouse
2. Apple Computers
   • G3 or G4 Processor at a speed of at least 1GHz
   • OS X or Higher
   • 256Mb RAM Minimum with 512Mb RAM or Better Preferred
   • 17" Monitor
   • 30GB Hard Drive
   • 64MB Video Memory
   • 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and/or 56K Modem
   • CDRW with DVD Playback

Software

Students MUST have the software as indicated below.

1. Microsoft Office* which includes the following programs:
   • MS Word for word processing
   • MS Excel for spreadsheets
   • MS PowerPoint for presentations
   • MS Access for database management
2. Antivirus software**
3. Adobe Acrobat Reader
4. *MS Office is available from Support Services located in the Service Center Building, SCB 101B or visit OUHSC IT Help Desk - Rm. 105 of the OUHSC Student Center.
5. Spyware Removal Tool - Please go to http://www.lavasoftusa.com/ to download the free version of this software.

** If you do have an antivirus program, the University has licensed copies of McAfee Virus Scan available for download at http://it.ouhsc.edu/services/desktopmgmnt/antivirussoftware.asp (requires an OUHSC computer account).

If you have any questions please email John Jandebeur (John-Jandebeur@ouhsc.edu)

Internet Service Provider (ISP)

The most important component is a high quality Internet connection. We strongly recommend Cable Modem, DSL, ISDN or other high speed broadband. Dial-up modems, while usable, will be frustrating.

Web Browser

• Most current version of Internet Explorer.
• Most current version of Firefox for Macs