BSCI IT FAQ
Laptop Specifications
Auburn University’s McWhorter School of Building Science is committed to providing advanced educational facilities and experiences for students in preparation for professional life. To provide the level of digital input technologies that professional education demands, all graduate students joining the MBC program are required to have a serviceable laptop computer with a minimum system configuration.
A Windows machine is required to run the necessary programs. MACS ARE NOT SUPPORTED. We suggest purchasing a Windows-based laptop with the following specifications:
| Component | Recommended Specifications (Rev: January 29, 2020) |
| PC Processor | Multi-Core Intel Xeon or I-Series processor or AMD equivalent with SSE2 technology; 2Ghz+ |
| RAM | 16GB or higher (32 GB recommended) |
| Hard Disk | 1 TB or greater (7200 RPM or higher, solid state drive recommended) |
| Optical Drive (optional) | DVD +/- RW |
| Communications | Built-in Ethernet and Wireless g/n/ac (Bluetooth 4.0/5.0 suggested) |
| Display Size | 15″ or larger |
| Suggested Warranty | 3 year on-site service support with accidental damage coverage |
| Suggested Accessories for Data Storage | 1 TB External HD for backup (USB 3.0 or better) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Battery | 6 cell Li-ion battery |
| Estimate Purchase Price | $1,200 – $2,000 |
| Replacement Schedule | Every 3 years with above specifications |
