Some programs at PTCC require students to bring a laptop to class each day. Additionally, many PTCC courses use online platforms, specialized software, or hybrid learning formats, making reliable access to a laptop essential for success.
- The following programs require students to have a Standard Model laptop:
- Business
- Human Services Eligibility Worker
- Practical Nursing
- Associate Degree Nursing
- The following programs require students to have a Premium Model laptop:
- Applied Engineering
- Automation
- Construction
- Cyber Security
- Gunsmithing
- Management Information Systems
- Networking
- Precision Machining
- Some programs do not require students to have a laptop, but students must have access to a computer that meets the necessary specifications to complete coursework.
For detailed specifications and requirements for all laptop models, please refer to Computer Program Specific Recommendations.
Note: Chromebooks, tablets, and mobile devices may not be compatible with all required software. Please check with your instructor before using one as a primary device.
Need Help Getting a Laptop?
PTCC provides a laptop loan program for students in need, and many students use financial aid to purchase a laptop through the Campus Store.