These are some helpful answers to some commonly asked questions. If you have other questions, send them to the CIS office staff (cisoffic@ksu.edu).

How does a Web course work?

• Courses are recorded during the live on-campus lecture.
• Lectures are available on-line.
• Homework assignments can be faxed or emailed whichever the instructor prefers.
• Assignments are graded and faxed back to the students.
• Each student is required to select a person who agrees to act as proctor for the semester.
• Exams are faxed to the proctors which then administer the exam and fax them back when completed.
• Exams are graded and faxed back to the student.

The Minimum Computer Requirements.

• PentiumII 200 MHZ.
• 64 Megabytes of RAM.
• Windows98SE.
• Video at 800x600 at 256 colors.
• Modem with a minimum transfer rate of 28.8 Kbps.
• Sound Card and Speakers.
• CD-ROM drive.

Recommended System.

• Pentium4 or Celeron processor at 1.7 GHz or higher.
• 256 Megabytes of RAM or higher.
• 20 GB hard drive or larger.
• WindowsXP.
• Broadband internet connection (DSL or cable modem) or 56k modem.
• Sound card and speakers.
• CD-ROM drive.

How much does a Web course cost?

• Course costs change slightly each semester and the current cost can be found here.
• Textbook requirements are not included in these costs.
• To see More details about: Class Sessions, KSU Fees, Payment, Registration, Textbooks, Computer Requirements, Student Handbook, Exams, Admission To Graduate Study, Student Responsibility, Library Use, Copyright Policy, Questions and Information, please Click here.

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