Minimum Technical Requirements
The requirements listed below are needed to participate in an online or hybrid course. Additional hardware and software as required by a department or instructor.
- PC or Mac Computer
- Windows 7 or later
- MacOS 10.11 or later
- Internet access
- Webcam with microphone
Web Browser
Word Processing Software
Common Downloads and Settings
There will be downloads and plug-ins you will need in order to ensure a successful online learning experience, including:
- Media Player: most web browsers have a built in ability to play media.
Web Browser Settings
UTSA currently uses the learning management system, Blackboard Learn. Blackboard Learn is a user-friendly online learning environment that provides instructors with the ability to present online and hybrid course content in an organized and simple to navigate manner. Blackboard Learn relies on your Internet browser to display content. It is important that you configure your browser correctly so it will function properly.
- Enable JavaScript in your browser.
- Enable Cookies for UTSA’s Blackboard Learn site
- Enable pop-up windows for UTSA’s Blackboard Learn site:
- Add http://utsa.blackboard.com/ as a Trusted Site.