Students in most programs will be required to purchase a computer ahead of their first day of classes.
The basic minimum hardware and software requirements you will need to participate in classes and complete assignments fall into one of three categories - standard, power user and workstation.
To find out which type of computer you'll need, review the list of programs for each option.
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❗️All students will need a computer camera, microphone and speakers (integrated or external) so they can participate in online classes. ❗️
Standard hardware and software
| Standards | Hardware | Software |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | i5 or greater | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Antivirus/malware protection |
| RAM (memory) | 8 GB RAM or greater | |
| Hard drive storage | 256 GB SSD or greater | |
| Video card | On-board integrated | |
| Screen size | 13" or greater | |
| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater | |
| Approximate price (CAD) | $1,500 |
Click here to see the list of Applicable programs included
Power-user hardware and software
| Standards | Hardware | Software |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | i7 | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Antivirus/malware protection |
| RAM (memory) | 16 GB RAM or greater | |
| Hard drive storage | 512 GB SSD or greater | |
| Video card | On-board integrated | |
| Screen size | 15" or greater | |
| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater | |
| Approximate price (CAD) | $1,800 |
Click here to see the list of Applicable programs included
Workstation hardware and software
| Standards | Hardware | Software |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | i7 | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Antivirus/malware protection |
| RAM (memory) | 32 GB RAM or greater | |
| Hard drive storage | 512 GB SSD or greater | |
| Video card | Nvidia Quadro T1000 or greater | |
| Screen size | 15" or greater | |
| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1080 or greater | |
| Approximate price (CAD) | $3,000 |
Click here to see the list of Applicable programs included
SAIT's preferred vendor
WNot sure where to purchase your computer? You can order through SAIT's preferred vendor, Dell. Dell offers a catalog of laptops in the standard, power user and workstation configurations with exclusive pricing for students.