Class and Schedule Information

You will register for fall classes at your summer orientation session!

Is there a way to get a general idea of what your class schedule will look like now, prior to the official schedule being released this summer? Yes, students can access model class schedules on their program’s webpage. Please keep in mind this is a sample, and each student’s official schedule is unique.

Understanding Your Schedule

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Textbooks, Tools, Supplies, and Computers

The fall semester will be here before you know it – prepare for it now to help ensure your continued success. We’ve provided information and resources below to support your preparations for college classes at TSCT.

Textbooks

Our textbooks are available to purchase via the Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)-Lancaster Bookstore. Textbooks may be purchased in person at the HACC-Lancaster Bookstore or online. Bookstore hours are listed on HACC-Lancaster’s website. We’ve outlined the process to obtain your textbook ISBNs and/or order textbooks online below: · Visit the HACC-Lancaster Bookstore website.

1. Select the campus term from the “Select a Campus Term” dropdown menu on the webpage (i.e. Stevens – Thaddeus Stevens – Fall 2023).
2. Select your program from the “Select A Department” dropdown menu on the webpage. Note: General education classes are listed under their subject (i.e. CHEM ‐ Chemistry; ENGL ‐ English; etc.). Your major courses are listed under their major abbreviation.
3. Select the course from the “Select a Course” dropdown menu on the webpage, which consists of a list of course numbers.
4. Select your section from the “Select a Section” dropdown menu on the webpage.
5. Select the “Add Course to List” button and then select the “Get your Books” button.
6. A list of all required textbooks will be displayed on a new webpage. Select the books you want to add to your cart, then select the “Purchase” button.

Additional Textbook Information

• A credit card must be used to pay for your online textbook purchase.
• If you notice multiple editions of the same book are listed on the website, the instructor has approved multiple editions of the same textbook and you may purchase the edition you prefer.
• If you are not ordering your textbooks through the HACC-Lancaster Bookstore, use each textbook’s ISBN when ordering through alternative sources.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your textbooks, please email our Academic Affairs Office: petersen@stevenscollege.edu

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Tools and Supplies

Our academic programs often require tools. A list of the required tools for each program can be found on that program’s page. We encourage students to come to class with school supplies that will support their continued academic success! Consider bringing notebooks, binders, pens, and pencils, and check with your instructor on any additional items you may need.

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Computers and Laptops

Moving to campus? Before bringing your computer or laptop with you, verify that it includes a network port (sometimes referred to as an ethernet port). Please ensure your computer is up-to-date and includes an antivirus package if you intend to connect to our campus network.

If your major is computer intensive, you may want to bring a higher-powered PC to campus – check with your instructor to confirm.

Suggested PC Specifications:

• Intel Core i5 or AMD equivalent processor (or greater)
• 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor
• 250 GB of hard-disk space (or greater); Solid State drive not necessary but recommended
• A flash drive for assignments and to back up your work (4GB or greater)
• 4 GB of RAM or greater (recommend 8 GB)
• CD-ROM drive (DVD burner recommended)
• Wired/wireless network connection
• Windows 10 OS (preferred)
• Microsoft Office (latest version) (will be available to students free for download from the College once the student starts classes)

Stevens Grant recipients will receive tools on the first day of class and will be notified regarding textbook pick-up days and times.

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