Minimum Computer Proficiency Expectations

Learners entering into Union Institute & University's degree programs are expected to have basic knowledge of computers including the following minimum skills:

• Perform basic functions within a Windows operating system
• Save to disks, find files, create folders on a Windows system
• Copy and paste text and images
• Create, edit, and save a document using word processing software
• Install and uninstall programs
• Upload and download software and files
• A working knowledge of the World Wide Web and its functions
• Use of e-mail and web-based communication tools
• Proper "netiquette"

If learners do not meet these skills and technology requirements at the time of acceptance into their program, they understand that it is their personal responsibility to meet them within a few weeks of acceptance. You can find the extended version of this list of proficiencies under Self-Assessment in the main menu bar.Please let us help you meet your goals. Contact us by email at online@tui.edu.