The blackboard user name and password are the same as your myMCCKC UserID and password.
MCC online courses are designed with the anticipation that students will have regular access to recent computer technology and software. We can make no guarantees regarding student success, quality of experience, or ability to provide support if the computer used to access an online or hybrid course does not meet the following standards:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
Processor |
Pentium IV - 1 GHZ |
Dual-core processor, 1.3 GHz |
RAM |
2 GB |
4 GB |
Operating System |
Windows XP, SP2 |
Windows XP, SP2 |
Media Devices |
DVD drive 32-bit sound card with speakers 256 MB PCI |
DVD 64-bit sound card with speakers 512 MB DDR2 PCI |
Hard Drive |
120 GB |
240 GB |
Internet Connection |
DSL |
Cable modem |
MCC online course software requires you to use a supported browser that is configured correctly. Run the Browser Requirements Check to determine check whether you have necessary plugins and features installed/enabled.
Word processing software is required (Microsoft Word is recommended). If you use MS Works, please save your file as "RTF" files so that your instructor can open them.
Open Office provides free word processing software.
Directions to the MCC Student Tutorial - no login required
For technical questions contact:
TechLine at 816.604.1212
Distance Ed Support: 816.604.4490
DES.HELP@mcckc.edu (nights and week-ends)