Studio Computing

Tools

Last Updated: 2.26.2009

The studio environment gives students a chance to learn about the benefits of working in a networked environment. From working with team based projects to integrating the internet into their design students are able to use technology to enhance the traditional design sequence. Beginning in the 3rd year, students enrolled in the studio will be required to provide their own computers and software. Minimum recommendations are:

Laptop Specifications

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.00GHz (T6400) minimum

4GB RAM memory

200 GB HDD

CDRW/DVD+RW Combo Drive

256 MB Video Card (not integrated) ATI (AMD) or NVIDIA recommended

17" LCD Display

802.11G Wi-Fi

Windows XP Pro SP3 or Windows Vista

3YR Onsite Warranty with Accidental Damage Coverage

Desktop Specifications

Intel Core i7-920 2.66GHz minimum

4- 6 GB RAM memory

200 GB HDD

CDRW/DVD+RW Combo Drive

512 MB Video Card (not integrated) ATI (AMD) or NVIDIA recommended

17” LCD Monitor

802.11G Wi-Fi

Windows XP Pro SP3 or Windows Vista

3YR Onsite Warranty with Accidental Damage Coverage

Software

Office 2007 Professional

AutoCad 2009 Student Edition

3d Studio Max 2009

Adobe CS3

Google Sketchup

Please note that the specifications on this page are taken from the Recommended Specifications for our most complex software programs one of which are listed on this page under the software section (above right). Students are not required to purchase machines with these exact specifications; however these specifications should be used as a guide for determining what to look for.

Some of the recommended software can be found at discounted rates by searching for academic priced software though any search engine.

Check out the DELL Initiative page for more information on preconfigured systems from Dell.