Technology Requirements

2022-2023 Requirements

Nursing students are required to have both a laptop and an iPad that meet the system requirements outlined by the Duquesne University School of Nursing.

Laptop (Must be Windows or Mac based)

A laptop with the following is required:
Chromebooks are not compatible/Windows 10 S is not compatible

Windows

• Latest version of Windows 10 or Windows 11
• 9th Generation Intel i5 CPU or higher, OR 3rd gneration AMD Ryzen CPU or higher
• 250+GB strogage space, SSD recommended
• 8GB RAM minimum, 16GB recommended
• Webcam (integrated internal webcam or external USB webcam)
• Headphones or earbuds with 3.5 mm connector (Wireless or lightning headphones from the iPhone are not compatible)

Apple*

• Mac OS 10.15 Catalina or later (MacBook Air with M1 chip, recommended)
• Headphones or earbuds with 3.5 mm connector (Wireless or lightning headphones from the iPhone are not compatible)

*A Mac with an Intel CPU should not be purchased. If you already have a Mac with an Intel CPU, you are welcome to provide the specifications and the Dept of Technology can tell you if it is acceptable.

iPad

In addition to a laptop, an iPad is required for eBooks, point-of-care apps and exams.

• The latest generation iPad mini or iPad is required at minimum
  • Alternatively, the iPad Air or 11" iPad Pro may also be used
  • The larger 12.9" iPad Pro is not recommended as it would be difficult to use in the clinical setting.
• iOS 14
• 32GB or greater (Cellular data is not required)

Software/Applications

• Microsoft Office 2016 or later
• Adobe^® Reader DC or later
• Mozilla Firefox web browser
• Google Chrome web browser

The DU Computer Store sells computer and iPad hardware, software and warranties to students at educational discount prices. The Computer Store is located in the Duquesne Union. 

Note: Students are not required to buy their computer or iPad at the DU Computer Store.

iPad Apps