The mobility of owning a laptop is essential as much of the work is collaborative and happens in a variety of locations. It is strongly suggested that each student own the recommended laptop computer, accessories, and base software listed below. Following COVID-19 protocol, AAP offers some of the lab equipment through a virtual connection. The college provides and maintains two high-end computer labs for classes, but is moving steadily toward a mobile computing environment.
Some AAP classes make extensive use of Canvas for class management and syllabus distribution. Most students will build digital portfolios and render using Rhino in addition to writing papers and email. For the 2021–22 academic year, AAP strongly recommends that all students have a personal laptop computer powerful enough to support the demanding video and computational requirements necessary for coursework, as well as adequate storage to accommodate new software releases.
