All students are strongly encouraged to have a laptop computer. Students are also recommended to purchase additional warranty and coverage for accidental damage, external storage for secure backups of classwork and personal information, and a security lock.
Adobe Creative Cloud at VPA: Adobe Creative Cloud is available for free on shared computers in ITS labs across campus. VPA students enrolled in specific classes will have access on their personal device during the semester they are enrolled in a participating class. Students in the Department of Film and Media Arts (FMA) receive a personal device license while enrolled in FMA courses.
Below you will find additional recommendations for specific VPA departments, schools and programs.
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Students should in the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies are required to own a personal computer . Computer labs are available for any platform-specific classeswith specifications sufficient to conduct research on the web, check email, write papers, and perform related tasks. Syracuse University provides all students with licenses for both Microsoft 365, which includes the Microsoft Office suite of applications, and Google's G-Suite. |
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Printable School of Design Computer Recommendations [Word] A laptop computer is expected for all students in the School of Design. The School school recommends laptops for their easy portability between a residence and studio space. This computing flexibility is paired with access to the Warehouse computer lab for major-specific computer courses. During the first year, students will be required and expected to have access to Adobe Creative Cloud and Trimble SketchUp Free. We recommend subscribing to Creative Cloud Student Edition. Syracuse University provides students with Microsoft Office 365 and Google G Suite. These services are ideal for backup, group work and file sharing. Design StudiesStudents in the Design Studies design studies program should follow the computing requirements for Communications Designcommunications design; please see below. Environmental & Interior DesignStudents in the EDI program will need the computing capacity to run Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk AutoCAD, McNeel Rhino 3D (Windows OS), Trimble Sketchup, Autodesk Revit, and rendering plug-ins such as Enscape or Keyshot. The EDI program and Warehouse Lab are set up to principally support computers with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Although in the past it has been possible to run Windows on Macbooks, Apple’s ARM-based Macs (M1) will not support Boot Camp to install and run Windows 10 on the machines. All incoming EDI freshmen should be equipped with computers with a Microsoft Windows operating system to run Windows apps required by the program. We DO NOT suggest a Macbook for EDI students. Minimum Technical Guidelines
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Communications DesignThe Communications Design communications design major— much like the Communications Design communications design industry— uses Apple Macintosh computers as their primary tool platform for getting work done. Based on our experience we offer the following guidelines as a set of minimum requirements for student computers. Minimum Guidelines
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Fashion DesignIn the fashion design industry, Apple Macintosh computers are used as a primary tool platform for getting work done. We offer these guidelines for minimum requirements for fashion design student computers. Minimum Guidelines
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A laptop computer is expected for all students in the School of Design. The School recommends laptops for their easy portability between a residence and studio space. This computing flexibility is paired with access to the Warehouse computer lab for major-specific computer courses. During the first year, students will be required and expected to have access to Adobe Creative Cloud and Trimble SketchUp Free. We recommend subscribing to Creative Cloud Student Edition. Syracuse University provides students with Microsoft Office 365 and Google G Suite. These services are ideal for backup, group work and file sharing. Environmental &Environmental and Interior DesignStudents in the EDI program will need the computing capacitythe computing capacity to run Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk AutoCAD, McNeel Rhino 3D (Windows OS), Trimble Sketchup, Autodesk Revit, and rendering plug-ins, such as Enscape or Keyshot. The EDI program and Warehouse Lab are set up to principally support computers with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Although in the past it has been possible to run Windows on Macbooks, Apple’s ARM-based Macs (M1) will not support Boot Camp to install and run Windows 10 on the machines.All incomingEDI freshmenstudents should be equipped with computers with aMicrosoft Windows operating system computers that meet or exceed the minimum technical requirements below to run the Windows apps required by the program. We recommend international students wait to purchase their machine in the U.S. This will often make it easier to receive warranty service. Please do not purchase an Apple computer. They cannot easily run essential Windows apps required for use in the program. We DO NOT suggest a Macbook for EDI students.Minimum Technical Guidelines
Additional Smart Computing Tools3We are providing recommended specifications for laptops that will best interface with the school’s current hardware and software systems. Please note that the electronic environment is constantly changing. While we do our best to anticipate the likely software requirements of computer hardware, the program cannot guarantee that any given unit will be adequate to address all computing needs throughout one’s progress in the curriculum. Students MUST run the same versions of software as in the computer labs for compatibility. Please do not purchase an underpowered machine! While it may meet your needs for the first semester or two, you will soon discover that it cannot handle the demands of design and modeling software. Here are some basic laptop configurations and specifications recommended for running CAD, graphic, and 3D applications that can be used as a guide to purchase your equipment:
Note: Plus signs (+) indicate "or better." Additional Computing Tools (REQUIRED)
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Industrial and Interaction DesignThe Communications Design major— much like the Communications Design industry— uses Apple Macintosh computers as their primary tool platform for getting work done. Based on our experience we offer the following guidelines as a set of minimum requirements for student computers. Minimum Guidelines
Additional Smart Computing Tools
Optional Accessories
Fashion DesignIn the fashion design industry, Apple Macintosh computers are used as a primary tool platform for getting work done. We offer these guidelines for minimum requirements for fashion design student computers. Minimum Guidelines
Additional Smart Computing Tools
Optional Accessories
Industrial & Interaction DesignStudents in the IID program will need computing capacity to run Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk products, SolidWorks, Rhino 3D and KeyShot. Minimum Guidelines
For digital sketching, it is recommended that students purchase either a Wacom or Huion digital pen tablet to use with their laptop or an iPad. For students that desire a comprehensive all in one solution, the Wacom MobileStudio Pro 16 is the recommended laptop solution that also supports digital sketching.
Industrial & Interaction DesignStudents in the IID program will need computing capacity to run Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk products, SolidWorks, Rhino 3D and KeyShot. Minimum Guidelines
For digital sketching, it is recommended that students purchase either a Wacom or Huion digital pen tablet to use with their laptop or an iPad. For students that desire a comprehensive all in one solution, the Wacom MobileStudio Pro 16 is the recommended laptop solution that also supports digital sketching. | ||||||||||||||
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Students in the IID program typically use computers for various tasks, such as researching project topics, working collaboratively, creating posters that share information, digitally sketching and rendering, modeling in 3D (CAD-Computer Aided Design), and visualizing renderings and animations. For digital sketching, it is recommended that students have a digital pen that works with a tablet or with their laptop and that they install Sketchbook Pro or Procreate. A laptop (with Microsoft Windows OS) able to run applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk products, Figma, SolidWorks, Rhino 3D, and KeyShot supporting all design processes in the curriculum is needed. An external three-button mouse for CAD and protective case complements the equipment. |
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Acting, Drama, Musical Theater, and Stage Management Majors
Theater Design and Technology MajorsStudents may use either an Apple Mac or Windows PC with the specifications given below. Windows PC
*Note: Higher core counts and higher CPU speeds mean faster performance. Examples of PCs that meet these requirements:
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Examples of Apple Macs that meet these requirements:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you have questions, please contact your program coordinator or assistant program coordinator.
Acting Katie McGerr kemcgerr@syr.edu Thom Miller tmiller@syr.edu Musical Theater Brian Cimmet bcimmet@syr.edu Kathleen Wrinn kawrinn@syr.edu Stage Management Don Buschmann dgbuschm@syr.edu Theater Management Jim Clark jaclark@syr.edu Jill Anderson jianders@syr.edu
Theater Design & Technology Carmen Martinez cmarti46@syr.edu Rob Andrusko randrusk@syr.edu |
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Students in the Setnor School of Music use computers are required to own a personal laptop computer to access course materials, research music concepts, strengthen music theory and aural skills, collaborate with classmates, and communicate with faculty. Student computers should be capable of word processing, e-mail, internet browsing, music notation, and audio/midi/video editing. The Setnor School of Music While the school supports student use of both Macintosh Apple Mac and Windows PC platforms. It , it is strongly recommended that students consider purchasing a 15 inch MacBook Pro laptop computer model tailored for use at Syracuse University. Detailed information, including specifications and ordering information for the preferred laptops, is available online at the SU Bookstore or SU IT Services. The Setnor School of Music an Apple MacBook Pro. The school also strongly recommends students purchase Microsoft Office and Avid Sibelius music notation software (version 7 or later) for use on their computer. Sibelius is available to students as a download direct from Avid online for $99 for a one-year subscription paid upfront or $9.99 monthly. Syracuse University provides all students with a license to Microsoft 365 at no cost, which includes the Office suite, and students should have the Office software installed on their personal laptop. |
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All Film and Media Arts majors receive a personal-device license of AdobeCreative film and media arts majors receive a personal-device license of AdobeCreative Cloud to install and use the Creative Cloud software on a personally-owned computer while enrolled in FMA courses. Based Based on the current licensing agreement with Adobe, which is subject to change, enrolled students have year-round subscriptions. After the first year, some additional software purchases may be required based on course of study and are included in course syllabi. Apple and Adobe products are available at academic discounts from the SU Bookstore. The following are the minimum required computer specifications. Art Photography Majors
Computer Art and Animation Majors
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