grad plan, advising, & software/hardware requirements

GRAD Plan, Advising, & Software/Hardware Requirements

PC or Mac can be used in these classes Desktop or laptop Some electives require that you be able to

run Adobe programs if you plan to do the coursework on your own computer. Go to adobe.com for system requirements.

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Adobe Creative Cloud (optional)◦ Dreamweaver◦ Photoshop◦ Edge

Open-Source Software◦ WordPress, Joomla, Drupal (CMS programs)◦ Komodo Edit, Sublime, TextWrangler, Brackets,

Notepad++ (Text Editors)◦ GIMP (Graphics Editor)

Browsers◦ Chrome, Firefox, IE, Safari, Opera

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Nothing “required” – students provided with server space on the SWS for each class◦ Directories wiped clean at the end of each term◦ NOT permanent storage

Optional: Register a Domain Name and sign up for a hosting account◦ Host Pond, HostGator, iPage, BlueHost, GoDaddy,

etc.◦ Can use for many classes throughout the term◦ Can use to showcase your websites throughout your

time here at PCC – and beyond.◦ If you are serious about website development and

design – you should have a hosting account.

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Graduation Requirements & Academic Decisions (GRAD) Plan

Web-based tool that allows you to:◦ Track your progress towards completing degree

requirements◦ Complete “what-if” scenarios for different degrees and

certificates◦ Calculate grade point averages

Use in addition to meeting with an Advisor (NOT in place of!)

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Access GRAD Plan from your My Courses tab

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Important! This is UNOFFICIAL information. Make sure to speak with an Academic Advisor.

GRAD Plan helps you monitor progress toward PCC degree and certificate completion.

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Use “What If” to view hypothetical changes to your degree

If you are currently “Undeclared” or have a different degree/major listed use “What If”.

To make official changes to your degree or major visit an Admissions & Registration office or call 971.722.8888 (option 2).

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Understanding your GRAD Plan

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Understanding your GRAD Plan

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Academic Advisors can create plans with you

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Before an academic advising session. Prior to registration, use it to “Look Ahead”

and plan courses for a future term. After registration, confirm that courses

selected complete the necessary requirements.

Prior to changing your degree/major.

Before applying for graduation, review your degree requirements.

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If you are in the Web Development and Design program (or if you want to be), you should plan to meet with one of our program academic advisors:

Sylvania: Michele Maxwell – michele.maxwell@pcc.eduRock Creek: Jessie Levine – jessie.levine@pcc.eduCascade: Traci Simmons – traci.simmons15@pcc.edu

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