LTMS Laptop and Software Requirements

Students enrolled at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology are required to have a laptop computer. There are general laptop requirements for connecting to the university network and additional laptop requirements for the Learning Technologies Master of Science program. LTMS requirements include:

  • Processor: 2.4 GHz or greater
  • Operating Systems: Click to view supported operating systems
  • RAM: 2.0 GB or greater
  • Hard Drive: 200 GB or greater
  • Wireless: 802.11 G or N
  • CD-RW/DVD-ROM : Combination
  • Video Card: 128 – 256 MB Accelerated 3D
  • Network: 10/100 Ethernet Network Interface Card
  • Current Web Browser
  • Security Software with current definitions: Click to view supported security applications
  • A computer head set with a noise-cancelling microphone will also be necessary.

If you will be using a work-supplied laptop, please make sure that you have appropriate administrative rights in order to access a wireless network, online resources and install programs necessary to participate in class.

There are no software purchases required. All LTMS students have access to the Adobe eLearning Suite through a virtual server. You can access the software products from any location with an Internet connection. There’s no need to physically attend a lab or to manage trial installations of software products.

As an LTMS student you’ll also have access to almost 900 tutorials through Lynda.com. The online tutorials provide an opportunity for beginners to receive additional support as they become familiar with instructional technology tools and techniques. Students with advanced technology skills can also use the Lynda.com tutorials to advance their skills beyond what is realistic in a 15 week course format.

Learn More

For more details on the program and to stay up-to-date on program offerings, complete the information request form [link to information request form] or email Andy Petroski, LTMS Director, at APetroski@HarrisburgU.edu

Schedule a campus visit to see student projects

Using your employer’s tuition assistant benefit? Contact Kerry Miller at KMiller@HarrisburgU.edu to find out how you can defer the due date of your tuition bill until after you’ve completed the semester.

Contact Teri Mickle at TMickle@HarrisburgU.edu to have Andy Petroski, LTMS Director, speak about a learning technologies topic at your school, university or business.