This course is part of the Certificate in Business Communications online course.
Ask the Expert: This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.
Students must complete the course within 90 days to receive credit. Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.
System Requirements
Operating System:
- Windows Vista SP2 or newer
- Mac OS 10.5 or higher
- Linux/Unix (any recent version)
Hardware:
- Video Card
- Sound card and headphones or speakers (some assignments have audio components)
Software:
- Microsoft Office 97 (or newer) or comparable office suite, such as OpenOffice or LibreOffice (free download available at http://www.openoffice.org andhttp://www.libreoffice.org)
- The latest Adobe Flash Player (free download available at http://www.adobe.com) The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader (free download available at http://www.adobe.com)
Web Browser:
- The last three versions of the major browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer
- Other web browsers may work, but may not render all features of the courses
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
Internet:
- Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
- E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.)
- Linux/Unix (any recent version)