Technology requirements
Our in-person classes are housed in our Mac computer labs in the Moriarty Building (MAHB) or in our video production studio in the Technology Education Building (TEB).
Video production studio in the Technology Education Building (TEB)
Mac computer lab in the Moriarty Building (MAHB)
Technology requirements for online learning
Online classes require the following:
- For classes that use Adobe Creative Cloud, students will need to using their @pcc.edu email address and download Adobe Creative Cloud. See .
- Mac or PC with a multicore processor with 64-bit support, 16 GB minimum (32 GB recommended), and 2GB of GPU VRAM.
- Screen: at least 1280 x 800 pixels.
- USB 3.0 or better (vs 2.0) – USB-C Thunderbolt 3 preferred.
- At least one 8 to 16GB or larger USB 3.0 thumb drive (or faster 3.1 or 3.2).
- A laptop is OK, but you will need multiple windows open.
- Fast wifi – preferably what’s called (2×2). Try this to test your connection.
- For online (scheduled meetings) classes, instruction requires a webcam, microphone, and speakers.
- For classes that use Autodesk, students can get free one-year educational access to .
- For classes that use Unity, students can get free access to .
- ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ offers resources for students to help you, including free wifi connectivity options.
- If you have questions, please contact multimedia@pcc.edu.