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Course Requirements
Online Testing & Student Identity Verification Guidelines
Online and Distance Education Course Formats
Virtual Programs
Course Requirements
MyBC3 Technology Orientation
The MyBC3 Technology Orientation is required for all students enrolled in online, hybrid or ITV live-remote courses and is highly recommended for those taking in-person and ITV classroom courses.
This self-paced, online orientation introduces you to the technology used to deliver instruction online and to support resources.
After enrolling in a credit course, you will see the MyBC3 Technology Orientation appear in the “My Courses” area in Blackboard. Please be sure to complete the MyBC3 Technology Orientation before the first day of class.
Please note: Students enrolled in in-person or iTV courses may also be required to complete this orientation by their instructor. It is highly suggested that ALL students complete this orientation prior to the start of their first semester at BC3.
Completion of the MyBC3 Technology Orientation will be noted on the student’s academic record, and they will not be asked to complete this orientation again while studying at BC3. There is no tuition or fees associated with the orientation, it holds no credit value and does not count towards the calculation of GPA.
Skills & Abilities
Students enrolled in an online or hybrid course are expected to have basic computing, word-processing, reading and comprehension skills, and experience using the Internet and email.
Students new to online learning can take the “Is online learning right for me?” self-assessment located on the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Computer Access
- Students enrolled in an online, hybrid, or iTV Live Remote class are expected to have regular and unrestricted access to an up-to-date computer system (Windows or Mac). Unrestricted access means the student has the permission, rights, and ability to install software and plug-ins on the computer’s hard drive.
- Campus computer labs are available for all students to complete classwork; however, these labs are run on a virtual thin-client environment. Some class-specific software and web-based applications may not run in the virtual thin-client environment and/or installation of the application on a virtual server may not be permitted by the software manufacturer, for example, Quickbooks®.
- Students must have access to a broadband Internet connection (cable, DSL, T1/LAN). A dial-up connection is not recommended. Wireless (WiFi) connections are not recommended when taking an online quiz/exam.
- Mobile devices (tablets and smart phones) and some Internet browsers may not be compatible.
- A webcam and microphone are required for all online classes and may be required for hybrid classes.
- Additional purchase of class-specific software, test proctoring services and publisher access codes may be required.
For more information, please visit: Personal Computer System Requirements | Butler County Community College (bc3.edu).
Online Testing & Student Identity Verification Guidelines
By enrolling in distance education courses at Butler County Community College (BC3), students acknowledge their understanding of and agree to comply with the provisions outlined in the Distance Education Student Policy . Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disciplinary action, as determined by the institution.
Programs & Courses
BC3 offers over 100 classes in online and distance education formats. Students can take classes online or with limited on-campus meetings that lead to an associate degree or certificate. Please visit this webpage for more information: Programs and Courses | Butler County Community College (bc3.edu).
BC3 offers over 100 classes in online and distance education formats, to include:
- Online: An online class uses the Internet, the College’s learning management system (LMS), and other web-based applications for all instruction, activities, assessments, and class interaction.
- Hybrid: A hybrid class is essentially an online class, but also requires four (4) or more on-campus or iTV Live Remote meetings. These meetings are scheduled in advance by the instructor, and may be used for any combination of lectures, discussions, presentations, labs, examinations, etc. Required campus or iTV Live Remote meeting dates are listed with the class information on the College’s Credit Schedule and the instructor’s Course Outline.
- iTV Live Remote: An iTV Live Remote class is delivered synchronously using video- and/or web- conferencing technology to allow the instructor and students to have video and audio interaction from separate remote locations simultaneously via televisions and/or computers with Internet, video, and audio capabilities. Physical on-campus presence is not required by the instructor or students. iTV Live Remote classes may require assignments and assessments be completed online outside of the regular class time through the College’s LMS.
For a list of courses offered in these formats and more information please visit: Online & Distance Education | Butler County Community College (bc3.edu).
The following programs will be offered fully online and according to the semester timetable presented in the curriculum guide:
Degrees
Certificates
Workplace Certificates
If you applied to or are currently enrolled in one of these programs and would like to switch to the virtual format, contact BC3 Records and Registration.
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