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Student Skills

Since online courses are Internet and computer-based, students need to have excellent computer, reading, and study skills and be in "good standing" academically prior to enrolling in online courses. In order to be eligible to take online courses a student must:
  • Be in "good standing" academically
  • Have completed CPT 102 or placed into CPT 101.
  • Have completed any prerequisites for the course (see Catlog.)
  • Be able to use various computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer.
  • Be able to save files in various file formats and attach files to e-mail messages.
  • Be able to perform Internet searches, use e-mail, chat, and discussion boards.
  • Be able to study independently, be self-disciplined, and have good study and time management skills.