The University's commitment to and success in offering a superior technology environment means that students, staff and faculty are able to conduct the business of campus life more easily and much more efficiently. And, most importantly, the use of technology opens a door to unprecedented knowledge and resources. It means UD students can step into the 21st century knowing they possess the competence and confidence to live, succeed, and be happy in the Information Age. Over 700 miles of fiber optics and cable form a network that connects everyone at the University to one another and to the information superhighway. Video, data and voice technologies ease and speed communication among students, faculty and administrative offices.
Students use a wide array of technology in completing assignments and preparing for their careers.
In all disciplines, students may use electronic mail, word processing, desktop publishing software and other specific computer applications on campus microcomputers, University central systems and the Internet, the largest international computing network. Students, using a Touch-Tone phone, can complete course registrations, renew library books and check on their grades at the end of the semester. The University is developing a computerized degree audit system, known as On-Course, and students will receive faster, more efficient service from faculty advisers. The system also will help advisers provide more accurate information, by keeping track of changing curriculum requirements. This service also allows access to electronic bulletin boards on a myriad of subjects, including career opportunities in various fields.