Distance Learning
Internet Course Requirements
What do you need to take
this Internet class?
You
will need access to a computer connected to the Internet and use an e-mail account provided by WWCC. You may use your computer at home, in the College
residence halls if you live on campus, in any of the College computer labs
if you are living in Rock Springs or Green River, or on any public computer
that has the appropriate software, such as at local libraries or at WWCC
Outreach sites. To give first-time users a running start, we have a Blackboard Tutorial
Course available online
| Web Browser | PC Users Mac Users |
| Operating System | PC Users The minimum operating system needed is
Windows XP or higher (Make sure you have installed
all of the Critical Updates from Microsoft Windows Update) Mac Users The minimum operating system needed is
Mac OS 10.3.5 or higher. |
| Hardware Requirements | PC: 200Mhz+processor, 800x600 monitor (1024x768 recommended, 56k modem or better) Mac: G3, 800x600 monitor (1024x768 recommended), 56k modem. |
Word Processing Software |
MS Word 2007 or higher. Instructors cannot open Word
Perfect or Works documents |
Word Processing Skills? |
For all courses, you must understand how to do basic writing in
Word, such as how to use spell checker, grammar checker, and basic
formatting (bold,
italics, underline, fonts, etc). |
You must use your WWCC e-mail account. All WWCC credit
students are given an e-mail account through MustangCruiser. Contact
the IT Help Desk at (307) 382-1676 or 800-220-1480 to learn how to access your account. |
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It is strongly recommended to have antivirus protection. Many Internet providers offer this service, but you should have software installed locally on your home computer. Viruses could come not only from Internet sites and e-mail, but also from an infected file saved onto a floppy disk, zip disk, CD, etc. There are several good programs out there. Two of the best-known ones are Symantec's Norton AntiVirus and McAfee VirusScan. |
Internet
Explorer 8 & Java How Do You Enroll?
You register through the College by coming into the Office of
Enrollment Services on the Rock Springs Campus, the Green River Center
office, any WWCC outreach site office or by calling with a credit card to
complete your registration. Online registration is also available by
going to the WWCC
Admissions and Registration page
How Do You Access the Course
Materials?
You will receive a letter in the mail from the Distance Education
Department with your username and password for your Internet Course and
your Mustang Cruiser email. If you have not received your login
information or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please see
below for Tech Support information.
How Do You Reach Tech
Support?
If you are experiencing any technical difficulties or need platform support,
do not hesitate to contact an IT
Customer Service Assistant at 307-382-1676. Out-of-area students may call
using our toll free number 1-800-220-1480.
Tech Support email helpdesk@wwcc.wy.edu
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at: distance@wwcc.wy.edu.
