Georgia State University Policies

2.10.15 Student Computer Access

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Approved on: 01/01/2003

By: Administrative Council

Effective Date: 08/21/1999

Policy Summary

All students must have access to a computer, and any course offered at Georgia State University may require computer-based work. It is the responsibility of students to ensure their access to computers.

Applicability/Eligibility

Students

Administration of Policy

Mandating Authority:
University Senate

Responsible Office(s):
Enrollment Services

Responsible Executive(s): Associate Provost for Academic Programs

Contacts
Position TitleCampus LocationPhone Number and/or E-mail Address
AP for IS&T13th Floor, Commerce Bldg.404-413-4357

Full Policy Text

All students must have access to a computer, and any course offered at Georgia State University may require computer-based work. It is the responsibility of students to ensure their access to computers. Departments and other units may establish minimum machine and software requirements, including the requirement to own a computer, for students in their degree programs.

Rationale or Purpose

Computer literacy and appropriate use of information technology is a central component of current academic policies. This policy does not require all students to own computers since the open access labs will provide the necessary basic capabilities.

Policy History

None

Cross References

None

Additional Information

Computer Configuration. Computers that students have access to must provide access to e-mail accounts, the World Wide Web using a current browser, spreadsheet capability and word processing. Departments and other units may establish minimum equipment and software requirements.

Additional Helpful Resources

Procedures

None