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How do I access RamCT for my noncredit course?

After registering for a noncredit course, you will receive a Noncredit RamCT Login ID (username) and password via email. These are unique identifiers assigned to you. You will need to use this information to access your noncredit courses in RamCT.

It may take up to two hours for our systems to enable access to your RamCT courses, so please be patient as our systems upload your information and courses. You will receive a confirmation email once this process is complete.

Do your online courses have interactive elements? How will I interact with other students?

Yes. Colorado State uses Blackboard (called RamCT) as its online learning platform for all credit courses and many noncredit courses. RamCT provides user-friendly access to course materials, discussion groups, assignments, exams, and other learner services. You will be able to communicate and interactively chat with students in your class and personally correspond with them through email.

Many courses use streaming media or video clips to enhance the instruction and learning.

What kind of computer is required for online courses? What if I don’t have much computer experience?

The computer requirements for online courses are very minimal. The easiest way to determine if your computer meets the technical requirements for online courses is to complete a free browser check at the RamCT website. This free browser check will ensure your computer is properly configured.

Some courses may require additional software or computer requirements to meet the instructional requirements for the course — check the details on the course webpage for information on these requirements.

You do not need technical skills to take an online course. However, you should be comfortable navigating the Internet, using email, and using Microsoft Office (or equivalent) programs like Word, Excel, and potentially PowerPoint.

I just registered and I can't see my class in RamCT – Why?

Even though you are registered for the course and able to login to RamCT, access to courses in RamCT only becomes available on the first day of class (i.e. the start date of the course). You can't see or access your RamCT courses until then. If you course still does not show up in RamCT on the first day, please notify the instructor or contact us.

RamWeb should be used to verify your registration if your courses are not appearing in RamCT.