This policy establishes the minimum equipment, technology, and competency requirements for students enrolled in online degree programs at Richmindale College. This ensures that students have the necessary tools and skills to effectively participate in online learning, access course materials, and communicate with faculty and administrative staff.

This policy applies to all students of Richmindale College

The online degree programs of Richmindale College use online computer-based learning as the method of course delivery in which the Internet is primarily used as the medium of communication. Richmindale College uses Internet-based technologies such as learning management system (LMS), video conference, voice-over-IP (VOIP) calls, electronics mails, videos, electronic books, and similar technologies to deliver course instructions and instructional materials to students.

Students must have access to a computer with an Internet connection when they are required to access course instructions and materials, as well as provide feedback. In addition to the computer and Internet connection, the students also need a video camera, microphone, and video conferencing software to interact with Richmindale College faculty and administration staff. The computer must be able to run video-conferencing software, browser, PDF reader, and other software applications that are required by some courses such as office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), graphics (e.g., Inkscape, GIMP).

At a minimum, students should have access to the following:

Students must know how to perform basic computer operations, use computer software applications (e.g., browser, email, PDF reader, video conferencing software, learning management system, office productivity tools), and access the Internet (i.e., browse and navigate websites, search the web for specific information, fill out online forms, download and upload data, and other web-based activities).