TIES Office & Computer Requirements
Technology of Instructional Engineering Systems (TIES)
Student Support
We recommend the following system configuration:
- Windows 11 Operating System
- At least 32GB RAM
- At least a 15" screen
- An advanced graphics card to handle 3D graphics processing (Nvidia or AMD)
- Recommended Computer: Dell Precision, Inspiron or Dell Pro Max Series
Note: Dell Hardware warranty can be serviced on campus!
Dell offers a student discount by visiting www.dell.com/wcu and clicking "Get Your Discount," then create a Dell account to verify student status. Once student status has been verified, laptops can be custom-designed at www.dell.com to receive a student discount.
Some of the software that the College of Engineering utilizes can be downloaded and installed free on personal computers. This software can be accessed within the college's Canvas course. Current students can access the course by logging into Canvas
Many of our engineering applications are available via our Virtual environment. Just visit vcat.wcu.edu and download the client. After logging in, click on "Engineering 3.0".
WCU's Division of Information Technology handles general technology support. Requests for support can be submitted online at ithelp.wcu.edu or by phone at 828.227.7487. Walk-up support is also offered at Technology Commons.