Laptop Requirements & Tech Support
Digital Literacy & Equity: Our Laptop Requirement for the PDS
Digital literacy is a key theme woven across the PDS. You will learn about and with different technologies, tools, and literacies that will become part of your practice as a teacher. To ensure you have an equitable opportunity to learn in this area, we require all UTeach Fine Arts students to have a laptop that meets the minimum requirements to take full advantage of learning activities.
Which laptop do I need?
You may use a Mac or Windows laptop, as long as it meets the following specifications. Chromebooks do not meet the requirement.
Minimum Specifications
8 GB memory
256 GB hard drive space
Apple: macOS Monterey
Windows: Windows 11
Will an iPad or similar tablet meet the requirement?
iPads do not meet the requirement; they lack a physical keyboard, and mobile operating systems do not work well with some online learning tools.
Where should I buy a laptop?
You may purchase a laptop from the vendor of your choice. The Campus Computer Store and manufacturers such as Apple and Dell offer discounts for students.
What will I do with my laptop?
Digital learning is embedded in courses throughout the PDS.
Where can I go for help?
For hardware troubleshooting or equipment checkout, email the ITO Help Desk at help@education.utexas.edu.
For Zoom, or email help, contact ITS at help@utexas.edu or 512-475-9400.