If you have a good working knowledge of computers and the Internet, and are experienced at using them, online courses may be a good fit for you. You’ll need:

• A computer that meets eCampus’ technical requirements (see below)
• Dial-up, DSL or cable Internet connection. Some courses specifically require a cable connection.
• E-mail account
• Current Web browser

Online courses start and end according to the regular SPC term dates, but individual classes have no pre-set meeting schedule. Courses incorporate a variety of multi-media materials that may include textbooks, CDs, streaming video, and Web resources. You’ll submit your exams and completed assignments electronically, and interact with other students and your instructor via e-mail, online bulletin boards, and chat rooms.

To explore a sample online course, go to the eCampus home page, http://e.spcollege.edu and click on Visit our sample online course in the page header.

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TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ONLINE COURSES

If you plan to take an online or teleweb course, you’ll need access to a computer that meets eCampus’ technical requirements, including an Internet connection and an e-mail account. Some e-courses also have specific requirements in addition to the basic ones. It’s important to check the course description and the course’s online Information Page for these requirements.

For complete information about technical requirements for e-courses, as well as online tutorials and other useful tools, go to the eCampus home page, http://e.spcollege.edu. Click on Help/FAQ in the left navigation bar, then on Technical Requirements, How-to’s and Help.

If your own computer doesn’t meet the requirements, consider using the computers at SPC’s campus computer labs, your local public library, or cyber-cafes in your area. If you are planning to take an online course on a computer at your work-place, check with the company’s Information Technology staff to avoid any potential problems with firewalls.

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COMPLETE ONLINE DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES

eCampus offers classes in more than 100 programs of study, with complete online degree and certificate programs in many fields. New courses and programs are constantly being added as eCampus grows. The eCampus Web site, http://e.spcollege.edu, is your best source of up-to-date listings. As this catalog goes to press, the following programs are available online:

Bachelor’s Degrees (BAS) Dental Hygiene
Public Safety Administration
Technology Management
Veterinary Technology

Associate in Arts Degrees (AA)
All courses required for an AA degree are available online.

Associate in Science (AS) Degrees
Crime Scene Technology
Emergency Administration and Management
Medical Laboratory Technology
  (8 hours of chemistry support courses must be taken at local colleges)
Veterinary Technology
  (Clinical component must be completed on-site in your own geographic area)

Certificates – Credit
Emergency Administration and Management
Computer Related Crime Investigations
Crime Scene Technology
Fire Officer I
Fire Inspector I
Fire Investigator I
Medical Coder
IT Quality Assurance and Software Testing

Advanced Technical Certificates – Credit
Advanced Technical Certificate in Critical Care
Advanced Technical Certificate in Perioperative Nursing
  (Clinical component must be completed on-site in your own geographic area)

Certificates - Non-Credit
Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Use the Search feature on the E-Course Catalog to find online courses (choose Online Course as Type.)