{"id":1113,"date":"2022-07-04T12:44:27","date_gmt":"2022-07-04T19:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/ubcdapsandbox\/?page_id=1113"},"modified":"2026-08-10T15:24:06","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T22:24:06","slug":"student-systems","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/student-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Systems &amp; Learning Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- NEW TO DAP HEADER IMAGE -->\n<figure class=\"page-header-image header-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/files\/2022\/09\/header-newtodap4edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-106\"><div class=\"subpage-header\">New to DAP<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns content-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:32%\">\n<!-- NEW TO DAP SIDE NAV -->\n<div class=\"subpage-menu-container\">\n<div class=\"subpage-menu-header\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.75px\">NEW TO DAP<\/div>\n<div class=\"subpage-menu\"><a class=\"subpage-menu-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/dap-prep-course\/\">DAP Prep Course<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"subpage-menu\"><a class=\"subpage-menu-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/program-planning-workshop\/\">Program Planning Workshop<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"subpage-menu\"><a class=\"subpage-menu-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/orientation\/\">Orientation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"subpage-menu-current\"><a class=\"subpage-menu-link\" href=\"#subpage-top\">Student Systems &amp; Learning Technology<\/a><\/div><div class=\"subpage-menu\"><a class=\"subpage-menu-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/student-card\/\">Student Card<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:1%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:67%\">\n<ul id=\"subpage-top\" class=\"wp-block-list breadcrumb\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/\">Home<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New to DAP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student Systems &amp; Learning Technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Systems &amp; Learning Technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DAP courses rely on technology for learning activities, communication, collaboration, and assessments. This page explains the student systems used throughout the program, outlines minimum technology requirements, and provides guidance on common learning tools and support resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js faq-accordion-tech-page\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"fees\"><h3 id=\"at-11130\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Student Systems Overview<\/h3><div id=\"ac-11130\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a DAP student, you&#8217;ll be using several connected systems throughout their studies. Understanding how these systems work together can help you navigate registration, communications, course access, and student services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Systems<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most UBC systems will require a campus-wide login (CWL) for access. <strong>Need a CWL?&nbsp;<\/strong>Please visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/broker.id.ubc.ca\/auth\/realms\/idb0\/login-actions\/authenticate?client_id=asc-prd&amp;tab_id=5VGeBBizXk8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UBC Applicant Service Centre (ASC)<\/a> and select the <strong>SecureLink option<\/strong> to get started with creating your CWL. Once you\u2019ve logged in to ASC, follow CWL Account Upgrader instructions for next steps.<br><br>Systems you will use regularly are described below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center stu-sys-text-top wp-block-paragraph\">Upon acceptance into the program, students can use their CWL to access <strong>Workday Student<\/strong> and <strong>myUBCDAP Dashboard<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-container is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f221bfd0 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-block-even remove-margin-bottom\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myworkday.ubc.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/myworkday.ubc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Workday Student<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UBC-wide student interface for viewing grades, student fee summary and payments, exam schedule and transcripts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-block-even  remove-margin-bottom\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/professional.sauder.ubc.ca\/dap\/students\/login\/Login.cfm?\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/new-students\/student-systems\/#subpage-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">myUBCDAP Dashboard<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your exclusive link to access DAP content including registration, receipts and resources.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"stu-sys-lines-alt-full stu-sys-text\"><br><br><br><br><\/div>\n\n<figure>\n<table class=\"stu-sys-lines-vert\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border-right: 3px solid #78BE20;padding-bottom:8rem;\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"stu-sys-lines-b-full stu-sys-text\"><br><p>Students can use their CWL to access course content on <strong>Canvas<\/strong> and career resources on <strong>UBC Sauder Career Hub<\/strong><\/p><br><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-container is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f221bfd0 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-block-even\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canvas.ubc.ca\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/canvas.ubc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canvas<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UBC&#8217;s online learning platform for delivering course content.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stu-sys-block-even\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sauder-ubc-csm.symplicity.com\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sauder-ubc-csm.symplicity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Career Options Online (UBC Sauder Career Hub)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UBC Sauder Career Hub: Your all-in-one platform for job postings, employer events, workshops, coaching and advising appointments, and tailored career resources. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js faq-accordion-tech-page\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"fees\"><h3 id=\"at-11131\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Technology Requirements<\/h3><div id=\"ac-11131\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Computer Access<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students are expected to have a regular access to a computer to support learning activities and assessments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>desktop or laptop computer<\/strong> is strongly recommended. Mobile phones and tablets may be useful for some activities but should not be relied upon as a student&#8217;s primary device for completing coursework. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some courses or assessments may require the use of a laptop for online or in-person computer-based exams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Audio and Video Capabilities<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should have access to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A webcam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A microphone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speakers or headphones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These may be required for online classes, presentations, meetings, assessments, office hours, and other learning activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reliable Internet Connection<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should have regular, reliable access to a strong internet connection to participate in online learning activities, access course materials, submit assignments, and complete assessments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UBC recommends a minimum internet speed of: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>5 Mbps download<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 Mbps upload<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students participating in live online classes or assessments may require higher speeds depending on their circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"highlight-box highlight-box-icon\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.ubc.ca\/myubcdap\/files\/2022\/06\/highlight-icon-copy.png\" alt=\"\">\n    <div>\n         <h5>Did you know?<\/h5>\n        <p>\n            You can find a detailed overview of the hardware and device requirements at \n            <a href=\"https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/student-support\/tech-requirements\/\"target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                UBC Student Technology Requirements for Students\n            <\/a>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js faq-accordion-tech-page\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"fees\"><h3 id=\"at-11132\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Learning Platforms &amp; Tools<\/h3><div id=\"ac-11132\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the technology requirements above apply to all students, individual courses may use a variety of learning platforms and software. The tools listed below are those most commonly used across the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each platform may have its own system requirements, supported browsers, device recommendations, or software installation requirements. Before using a tool, review the associated student guide and technical requirements to ensure your device is compatible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js subaccordion\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"1500\"><h5 id=\"at-11133\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Canvas<\/h5><div id=\"ac-11133\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canvas is UBC&#8217;s learning management system and is used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accessing course materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submitting assignments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participating in discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viewing grades and feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessing course announcements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Course site availability is managed by the instructor and is typically published by the first day of the term. Instructors will communicate any variations to this timeline directly to students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access Canvas here: <a href=\"https:\/\/canvas.ubc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/canvas.ubc.ca\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access Canvas Student Guide here: <a href=\"https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/canvas-student-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/canvas-student-guide\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js subaccordion\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"1500\"><h5 id=\"at-11134\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Zoom<\/h5><div id=\"ac-11134\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some DAP courses, workshops, office hours, and student support services may use Zoom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should ensure their device includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A working webcam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A microphone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speakers or headphones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students are encouraged to participate from a quiet environment and to follow course-specific expectations regarding camera use and participation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access Zoom Student Guide here: <a href=\"https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/zoom-student-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/zoom-student-guide\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access Zoom download here: <a href=\"https:\/\/ubc.zoom.us\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ubc.zoom.us\/download<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js subaccordion\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"1500\"><h3 id=\"at-11135\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Additional Learning Tools<\/h3><div id=\"ac-11135\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some course may use additional technologies to support learning and assessments. Students will receive information from their instructors if additional technologies are required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Respondus LockDown Browser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Microsoft 365 applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration and communication tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discipline-specific software<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/lthub.ubc.ca\/guides\/<\/a> for student guides<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js subaccordion\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" id=\"1500\"><h3 id=\"at-11136\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Technical Support<\/h3><div id=\"ac-11136\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience technical difficulties accessing UBC systems, the UBC IT Help Desk may be able to provide support. 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