Programs requiring personal computers:
- Administrative Support Careers—all options
- Computer Careers—Programming
- Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology
- Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing
- Architectural Construction Technology
- Mechanical Design Technology
First-year students in the programs listed above will be required to purchase their laptop computers and software. Land Surveying students will also be required to purchase a PDA (personal digital assistant).
Students in programs requiring laptops may order their laptop computers from a recommended vendor. The recommended company has established a web site for our student's use and their prices will be posted on the site. Sales tax will be added to the cost of computers and software. The recommended laptops are dependable and capable of performing the functions needed. They are high-end computers that will perform well during the college years as well as after graduation. To view the laptop models and prices, click the link below.
This link takes you to the vendor web site where you will find laptop pricing and specifications:
https://usm.channelonline.com/nowmicro/storesite/
- You must have an account created to enter the site to shop and place orders.
- To have an account created please send an email to sales@nowmicro.com and include your name, phone number, and email address. Your account will be created within 24 hours.
- Once you have accessed the site click the “Standards” link in the top left corner to see pricing for laptops for SCTCC laptop programs.
- Click on SCTCC to view laptops and accessories for SCTCC laptop programs.
Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing, and Architectural Construction Technology students will download their AutoDesk software with the assistance of their instructor. The program will be loaded on the computers during class the first week of the semester.
