Engineering Information Center

Engineering Computer Requirements & Recommendations

For optimal performance in their coursework, it is advised that engineering students purchase a laptop meeting or exceeding the specifications outlined below. Multiple courses mandate the use of personal computers both on and off campus. We have emphasized the minimum requirements and provided recommendations based software requirements.

On this website, you’ll find universal recommendations for all entry-level courses across the college. However, as you progress into a degree program or specialization, the program’s expectations may increase these requirements. Most engineering applications are incompatible with operating systems such as macOS or Linux. MacOS and Chrome OS have very limited support and are not recommended.

MacOS and Chrome OS have very limited support. If you have already purchased an Apple laptop, we suggest purchasing Parallel Desktop® and Windows Operating System, enabling you to operate Windows operating systems and applications on your Mac. 

Note: Using Parallel Desktop® does not provide a guarantee that applications will run on MacOS, Linux, or Chrome OS