Technology information can also be found under the Technology Info button on the quick links of each Canvas course homepage.
General IT Support
General IT help for students is provided by the University ICT Service Desk.
- itsupport@usask.ca
- (306) 966-2222
- 1 (800) 966-4817
Please visit the other technology pages for more information on whom to contact for the College specific tools.
Computer Requirements
The nursing program makes extensive use of online and electronic resources. Students admitted to the BSN/PDBSN program are required to own a modern laptop computer that meets the recommended specifications and have access to a reliable high speed internet connection in order to be successful in the program.
It is recommended that students purchase either a Microsoft Windows or Apple computer. Chromebooks and iOS devices (iPad) will not be able to load all software required for the Nursing program.
Microsoft Student Advantage Program
Nursing students are eligible for the Microsoft Student Advantage program at USask, which allows nursing students to install and use the latest versions Microsoft Office for Windows and Mac on up to five devices. In addition, Microsoft Advantage also allows access to the mobile version of Office on up to 5 tablets and up to 5 phones per user. This includes full versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and other titles.
Mobile Devices
Access to information on demand at point-of-care is becoming a key component of health care practice. Students will be required to have a mobile device for use in the undergraduate program.
Panopto Recordings
Lecture captures, recordings and college videos are generally stored in the Panopto system.
Web Conferencing
The University uses tools for web conferencing in both classes and for meetings. Information on the various web conferencing tools is available through PAWS.
Nursing Central
Nursing Central is the premier source of disease, drug and test information for nurses. It also includes a leading dictionary, literature searching and a study system. Get quick answers wherever you need them - on your mobile device or the web.
Examsoft
ExamSoft is an exam delivery application that allows nursing students to complete exams electronically. Examsoft is used by students in the Nurse Practitioner Program.
Editor - Replacement for Grammarly within Word
The College of Nursing is no longer providing access to Grammarly as Microsoft Word provides similar functionality through the Editor tool.
HESI Tests
Spread through the undergraduate Nursing curriculum, the HESI Tests provide you with an introduction to standardized testing and application-level questions similar to what you will encounter on the NCLEX-RN and HESI exams. HESI tests are provided through the Evolve website. In NURS 203 you will sign up for an account which will be used through your entire undergraduate program.
HESI Exit and CAT exams in NURS 441
The Exit 1 and Exit 2 exams will provide you with a remediation plan to prepare for the NCLEX exam. The CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) exam will help eliminate test-day anxiety by providing you with an exam experience just like the actual NCLEX.
HSPnet
The College of Nursing uses the Health Sciences Placement Network (HSPnet) to manage all clinical placements.