Nursing 1-to-1


Computer Requirement

Students accepted into the Nursing program are required to have their own personal laptop computer, required software, and other equipment as listed in the document below. Please contact nursing@kirkwood.edu or eagletech@kirkwood.edu with any questions.

Minimum Hardware Requirements

  • Non ARM or Mobile processor
  • 4+ hours of battery life, recommended 5-6 hours
  • 8+ GB of RAM
  • 128+ GB of storage
  • Windows or capability of running it
  • Webcam, microphone, and headphones

Software Requirements

  • Examplify/ExamSoft
  • ATI Testing
  • EPIC

Examplify Touch Screen Requirements

If your laptop has a touch screen, it must be disabled to run Examplify. See instructions on how to do so HERE

Kirkwood's EagleTech has worked closely with the Nursing Department and have selected a range of devices that will work well for your Nursing experience. All models are available for purchase through EagleTech at educational pricing, tax-free, and you can use your financial aid to make your purchase. Mac OS systems have been known to not work as well with the Nursing Program software packages, so purchase with caution. iPads and Chromebooks will not work.

These devices can be purchased from EagleShop HERE

Entry-Level

Dell Inspiron 15 3000

Dell Inspiron 15 3000 image

Specs:
Processor: Intel Core i5
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
OS: Windows 11
Display: 15" 120Hz

Mainstream-User

Dell Inspiron 14

Inspiron 14 image

Specs:
Processor: Intel Ultra 7
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 1TB SSD
OS: Windows 11
Display: 14"


Surface Laptop 5

Surface Laptop 5 image

Specs:
Processor: Intel Core i5
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
OS: Windows 11
Display: 13.5"

Power-User

Dell G15 5530

Dell G15-5530 image
Specs:
Processor: Intel Core i7
Graphics: Nvidia Geforce RTX 4060
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 512GB SSD
OS: Windows 11
Display: 15.6" 165Hz


Dell G16

Dell G16 image

Specs:
Processor: Intel Core i9
Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 4070
RAM: 32GB
Storage: 1TB SSD
OS: Windows 11
Display: 16"

Suggested Add-ons

  • Flash Drive (8GB+) to download and save syllabi and class work
  • Case/Sleeve to protect your laptop
  • High Speed Internet to complete and upload exams