2 - COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING THE
COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH
All College of Allied Health students admitted for the academic year 2020-2021 shall possess a laptop computer for access to a
wide variety of educational materials and resources.
Rationale for computer requirements
The trend in health care is more computer usage in daily practice and the trend in education is to require more computer and
technology usage in instruction and in the classroom. The need for proficiency in the use of computers in research is well
established. Demands of the clinician, educator and researcher brought about by the explosion in technology and information
of the 1990's necessitates computer literacy to increase the personal and professional effectiveness of the College of Allied
Health graduates. Effective starting the fall 2007 semester, the College instituted a laptop computer requirement upon
admission.
Our campus provides a broad distribution of wireless internet network coverage for campus users and
guests compatible. Therefore, students should not use an internal or external mobile broadband card (these devices act like cell
phones and require an activation plan) to establish a wireless connection. In fact, broadband wireless cards interfere with
microphones in our videoconferencing classrooms. Therefore they must be turned off during class, just like cell phones.
Some students entering the College my already have a laptop computer. There may be an instance where a laptop may be too
old to accommodate required software. If a student finds some software runs too slowly or not at all, a new laptop purchase
should be considered.
2.1 - Optional peripheral devices to consider
Printer/scanner
Surge protection power strip (UL 1449 rating, 330-400v suppression, Protection LED indicator)
External USB drive (primarily for data backup): Encryption will occur when used on encrypted laptop computer.
External DVD burner (if the computer does not have one built in)
If you wish to have Internet access at home, check with Cox Communications , AT&T DSL, or other internet provider.
Additional instructions, account usernames, and passwords will be distributed prior to Orientation.
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3 - FUNCTIONAL SOFTWARE EXPECTATIONS FOR ALLIED HEALTH
STUDENTS
Students come to the College of Allied Health with varying degrees of depth and breadth of computing knowledge, abilities, and
experience. Given this, we ask that you as a new member of the College familiarize yourself with our functional software
expectations and assure that you meet or exceed our minimal standards. Moreover, please recognize that technology in its
various forms is a powerful tool that can both enhance and detract from your learning. As such, please consider the
professional responsibility you have to your academic success by using technology in thoughtful and positive ways. Just as you
will grow as a practitioner in your chosen profession, so should your use of computing technology reflect this maturation
process.
To avoid a possible security breach and downloading of computer viruses or worms, the OUHSC Exchange email system is the
only supported email platform for the campus network (use Outlook and/or the HSC webmail interface ONLY. The
Exchange email system provides necessary antivirus capabilities that may not be present though third party e-mails providers
(yahoo, gmail, hotmail, etc). Therefore, do not use third party email providers when you are using a computer on campus
OR from your home computer when connected to the campus network. Auto-forwarding, forwarding, re-directing, or
sending, receiving confidential or sensitive OUHSC information from OUHSC accounts to external, private email accounts
is strictly prohibited. In addition, the auto-forwarding function will be disabled.
Following is a checklist for student self-evaluation. All items in Part I should initially be completed before your first
semester and then continue to be maintained. You should complete Part II by the end of your first semester. If you need
help learning to perform any of these tasks, we suggest you use resources in the following sequence:
1. Use program specific “Help”.
2. Search the Internet for assistance. We suggest using “function name + tutorial” in the search box.
3. Contact ouhsc.edu IT Service Desk at 405.271.2203 (OKC), 918.660.3550 (Tulsa) or 888.435.7486 (toll-free) Monday-
Friday 8am-5pm.
3.1 - Part 1
Verify installation & version number of all required software
Verify proper configuration of wireless connectivity on-campus to HSCSTUDENT.
Schedule & verify auto-updates of all required software. Schedule for daily updates.
Activate “update now” feature in antivirus software
Open & use all required software
Save, rename & delete files
Reinstall “Lockdown Browser” software prior to each semester & additionally as directed
Verify proper operation of “Lockdown Browser” software prior to each online exam or quiz
Access & use ouhsc.edu webmail, including the following:
Open, read, close & delete email messages
Open, read & save incoming email attachments
Attach & send outgoing email attachments (Light version works best for attachments)
Create & reply to an appointment or meeting request
Create a new contact & a distribution list
Add an appropriate and professional e-mail signature
Create, activate & deactivate an auto-reply in the “out-of-office” assistant option
When using MS Word & MS PowerPoint
Insert symbols, images, graphics, shapes, arrows, text boxes, charts & video clips
Arrange, rotate, crop, resize & change attributes on text boxes, shapes & graphics
Insert pages or slides from a different file of the same type
Insert & remove website URLs
Verify / test inserted URLs and video clips
Demonstrate the ability to use the following commands & features
Copy, cut & paste text, using menu & keyboard shortcuts
Modify font theme, size, color, superscript & subscript
Modify page setup, margins, indents, tabs & bullets
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Modify page setup, margins, indents, tabs & bullets
Add, modify & delete page numbers, headers & footers
Use select all, find, replace, undo & redo
Turn ruler & gridlines on/off
Create, format, modify & delete tables
Use spell checker, grammar checker & thesaurus
Change document views, zoom in & out on document
Track, accept & decline changes (Track changes to document in MS Word)
Use navigation pane in MS Word, including copy, paste & move pages
In MS PowerPoint
Change slide design, background color & hide background graphics
Setup and activate Slide Show in MS PowerPoint
Use slide sorter in MS PowerPoint, including copy, paste & move slides
When using browser
Successfully use basic internet search tools (Google, Bing, etc)
Clear history, cache and/or cookies
Differentiate between search engines, opinion websites, patient education websites & primary research-based
websites and their content
Recognize features that contribute to website content credibility
Accurately cut & paste website URLs
Other
Zip, open & unzip files
Connect your computer, tablet or Smartphone to a wireless network
3.2 - Part 2
You will be expected to develop the following competencies early in your program of study. Becoming familiar with
these tools and resources prior to beginning your program or during your first semester will be beneficial and improve
your efficiency when using these tools to complete course assignments:
Successfully access and use Library search tools and e-resources
Access from both on-campus and off-campus computers (use “Proxy server page” when off-campus)
Identify, search, refine searches & retrieve citation references from OVID, EBSCO & public databases, including
using Boolean logic (operators) in your search strategies
CINAHL
ERIC
MEDLINE
PUBMED
Google Scholar
Retrieve electronic versions or photocopies of full-text reference articles from
E-resources
Print references (shelved in libraries)
Document Delivery
Interlibrary loan
Create an ILLiad account so when you need it, you are ready “to go”
Identify & access evidence-based practice e-resources
EBM Review: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Dynamed
UpToDate
Natural Medicines
Identify & access online textbook & reference collections
AccessMedicine
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AccessMedicine
Books@OVID
STAT!Ref
Merck Manual
Manage full-text references and citations
Select a tool available for free through the library
EndNote, more robust & appropriate for theses or dissertation tracks
Reference Manager, more robust & appropriate for theses or dissertation tracks
3.3 - Required Software
Students entering the College will need certain software installed and functioning on their computers in order to satisfy
requirements of their respective programs.
Some educational programs required additional specific software programs such as SAS (a statistical analysis program). SAS
does not run on a Mac computer, but can be loaded if virtual-PC software is installed on a Mac. Regardless of your computer
hardware, each student needs to realize that they may need to purchase and install additional software during their educational
program. The IT Service Desk is available to assist with software installation and configuration, but is not staffed to provide
“instant” service.
Desire2Learn course management software
Test your Browser. This test will check all required components and optional components for your computer. Visit this
link for a direct testing of your browser
Recommended browsers for D2L:
Chrome
Firefox
Safari for Mac
VLC Media Player
Adobe PDF Reader
To review PDF documents
Make sure you have installed ALL computer updates.
This will ensure that your computer is running the necessary components needed for all required programs.
Zoom Video Conferencing Software
Follow the instruction found at the above link
Lockdown Browser for Exams
Link can be found at the top of D2L (make sure you are logged into system)
Please make sure the application is working prior to exams. Please check for updates!
Updates for lockdown browser sometimes are pushed automatically. If prompted, please update
If you need more assistance, please contact the ISS Dept (Office 3154)
Note: Please check Lockdown Browser before exams to make sure software is working correctly.
Campus IT Student Services 2020
Free Microsoft Products for Students
Encryption Recommendations:
We recommend all students to encrypt their laptops. Encryption helps protect the data on your device
so it can only be accessed by people who have authorization. This helps protect your private data should your laptop get stolen!
For Windows Computers please follow these instructions: Windows laptop encryption instruction.
For Mac Computers please follow these instructions: Mac laptop encryption instruction
For questions and help please contact the IT Service Desk for your campus.
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4 - LAPTOP HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS / RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommended Laptops: The University strongly recommends the purchase of a new laptop computer, if possible, or the use of
an existing computer no more than 1-2 years old in order to have the best possible experience with the required security tools
and your academic, clinical, or research activities. Please check with HSC Office of Financial Aid about the applicability of
available financial aid funds for a computer purchase. It is your responsibility to ensure that your laptop is compatible with the
required security tools in order to participate in your program’s curriculum.
4.1 - PC Laptop Hardware Requirements / Recommendations
Laptop Hardware Requirements / Recommendations
Component Minimum Requirements COAH IT Recommended
Processor (CPU)
(Search and open “System
Information” on your laptop. See
Processor Info)
Intel Core i5/i7 - 7
th Generation or newer (Ex: Intel Core i7-
7500u)
AMD Ryzen 2nd “Zen” Generation (Ex:
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U)
Intel Core i5/i7th – 9
th
/10
th
Generation (Ex: i7-9750H
Processor)
AMD Ryzen 3rd “Zen2” Generation (Ex:
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U)
Memory (RAM)
(Search and open “System
Information” on your laptop. See
Total Physical Memory)
8GB+ 16GB+
Internal Storage Solid State Storage (SSD) Solid State Storage (SSD) (Pcie M.2)
Wireless Network 802.11ac 802.11ac
Operating System Windows 10 Pro/Education
(Win 10 Education edition is available
from OUHSC for free which enables
laptop
encryption that is strongly
recommended).
Windows 10 Pro/Education
Win 10 Education edition is available
from OUHSC for free which enables
laptop
encryption that is strongly
recommended).
External Storage USB 3.1 Flash or External Disk Drive USB 3.1 Flash or External Disk Drive
Cameras Working web camera to be utilized for
virtual meetings and video exam
proctoring
Working web camera to be utilized for
virtual meetings and video exam
proctoring
4.2 - Mac Hardware Requirements / Recommendations
Mac Hardware Requirements / Recommendations
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Component Minimum Requirements? COAH IT Recommended
Date of Manufacturer
(Use About this Mac)
Mac Book/Air/Pro, 2020** MacBook Pro, 2020**
Processor (CPU) Intel Core i5 Processor Intel Core i7 Processor
Memory (RAM) 8GB+ 16GB
Internal Storage Solid State Storage (SSD) Solid State Storage (SSD)
Wireless Network Adapter 802.11ac 802.11ac
Operating System High Sierra (10.13) or Mojave (10.14) Catalina (10.15)
External Storage USB 3.1 Flash or External Disk Drive USB 3.1 Flash or External Disk Drive
Cameras Working web camera to be utilized for
virtual meetings and video exam
proctoring
Working web camera to be utilized for
virtual meetings and video exam
proctoring
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