Robert Cavelier University (RCU) is a fully online institution. As such, all academic instruction, student services, and official communications are delivered electronically. To ensure full access to instructional materials, learning activities, assessments, and institutional services, students must have reliable access to appropriate technology and meet the minimum requirements outlined below.

Official Electronic Communication

Electronic communication is the primary and official means of communication between RCU and its students. All students are required to maintain an active email account capable of sending and receiving messages with file attachments. Official university communications including course announcements, academic notices, policy updates, and administrative correspondence are delivered electronically. Students are responsible for monitoring their email accounts regularly and ensuring adequate storage capacity.

Computer and Device Access

Because RCU operates entirely online, students must have consistent access to a functional computer or laptop throughout their enrollment.

Required/Recommended Devices

• A desktop or laptop computer (Windows or macOS) is required
• Tablet devices may be used for limited viewing purposes but are not recommended as a primary device
• Mobile phones may be used for limited viewing purposes using the Moodle App, but are not suitable for completing coursework.

Students are responsible for ensuring that their device is capable of accessing the learning management system (LMS), completing written assignments, participating in online discussions, and submitting assessments.

Operating System Requirements

To maintain compatibility, security, and accessibility, students should use devices running currently supported operating systems. At a minimum, the following are recommended:

Windows

• Windows 10 (latest supported version) or Windows 11

macOS

• macOS Sonoma (version 14) or later supported versions

Mobile Operating Systems (limited functionality)

• iOS (latest supported version)
• Android (latest supported version)

Students are responsible for installing system updates and security patches as provided by the operating system manufacturer.

Internet Browser Requirements

RCU’s LMS and online resources require a modern, standards-compliant web browser. Students should use the most recent version, or at a minimum one of the two most recent supported versions, of the following browsers:

Supported Browsers

• Google Chrome (Windows and macOS)
• Mozilla Firefox (Windows and macOS)
• Microsoft Edge (Windows and macOS)
• Apple Safari (macOS only)

Use of outdated or unsupported browsers may result in limited functionality, access issues, or display errors within the LMS.

Internet Connectivity

Students must have access to a reliable high-speed Internet connection for the duration of their studies. A broadband connection (such as cable, DSL, fiber, or equivalent) is strongly recommended. Unstable or limited connectivity may affect a student’s ability to participate in instructional activities, submit coursework, complete examinations, or access required resources.

Software and Document Access

RCU provides instructional materials and official documents in standard digital formats. Students must have access to appropriate software, including Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing PDF documents (available at no cost from Adobe).

Additional software or tools may be recommended for specific courses. Any course-specific technology requirements will be clearly disclosed prior to or at the start of the course.

System Security and Virus Protection

RCU employs current virus detection and security measures on all university-owned systems. However, the university cannot ensure the prevention of all malicious software transmission.

Students are strongly encouraged to:

• Install reputable antivirus and anti-malware software on all personal devices
• Enable automatic updates where available
• Regularly scan their systems and install security updates no less frequently than once per month

Student Responsibility and Readiness

As a fully online institution, RCU requires students to assume responsibility for maintaining the technology necessary to participate in distance education. Students are expected to ensure ongoing access to required hardware, software, and Internet connectivity. Inadequate technology access does not exempt students from academic requirements, deadlines, or participation expectations.