PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS - Computer Requirement:

Computer Requirements 2009 - 2010 (Minimum)

Intel Dual Core 2 Duo or AMD Turion 64 X2 (2.0GHz minimum)
This includes current MacBook and MacBook Pro systems that meet the following specifications. (Note: Boot Camp and Windows XP with SP3 are required with a Mac)

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** Special Note: Windows 7 will be released sometime in fall (2009), it would be best if the system purchased is Windows 7 compatible.

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Notebook Computer with:

• 120GB (or more) Hard Disk Drive
• 3 GB RAM (Minimum)
• DVD+/-RW
• LCD Display with 256 MB (or greater) Graphics Card (dedicated graphics card, non-integrated graphics is best)
• Display Supports 1024 x 768 resolution or better.
• Built-in Ethernet and Wireless a/b/g/n (Bluetooth 2.0 suggested)

(Estimated Purchase Cost $1,000-$3,000).

Accessories/Warranties/Software:

• Microsoft Windows XP with SP3 (or Vista at your own risk^**)
• Microsoft Office XP OR latest^** (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) (Purchase Academic Version from Technology Hub) ~$189
• Autodesk Revit Architecture and NavisWorks (Check with Instructor for free download)
• Timberline (Will be handed out in Estimating II class)
• Primavera Project Planner/Contract Manager/Suretrack (Get info from Instructor)

(Estimated Cost $1,000-$1,500)

^** Note: At present, there are known compatibility issues between Vista and various applications.