Registration Information

10 Simple Steps to Registering Online

Instructions for New PGCC Students

1. Go to www.pgcc.edu and select Owl Link.

2. Go to “Workforce Development  & Continuing Ed. Students”

3. Click “Enroll and Register”

4. Click on Create your account. Complete all the demographic information (required fields are noted by a red *) and check the box at the bottom of the page before hitting the submit button. You may skip the field marked social security number.

5. After receiving the confirmation e-mail, make note of the User ID and temporary password.

6. Go back to the Owl Link welcome screen, cllick “Log In” and use the User ID and temporary password that you received by e-mail.

7. Change the password to something you will remember and repeat steps 3-4; then click “Register for Courses.”

8. Find the field for Course Code Number and type in the course number. Be sure to add a space between the letters and numbers. (example: YTH-111)

9. Choose the section(s) you want and click SUBMIT.

10. Please print the confirmation page and keep it for your records.
     

To Register for Ed2Go Classes:
 

To register for online courses that use ed2go (courses with location E2GO in this schedule):

1. Find your course in this schedule, or go to www.ed2go.com/pgcc.
2. Browse the catalog by department or search for courses by keyword.
3. Select your course(s). You’ll see a course description, start date and price.
4. Click the “Add To Cart” button and complete the ed2go enrollment process.
5. Do not pay for the course at the ed2go website.
6. Make a note of the class section number*

To register and pay for your course:

1. Follow the instructions on the inside front cover of this schedule to register and pay.
2. *If your course is NOT listed in Owl Link, then register and pay for the generic course EDG-300. Use Course Code Number 46771 for courses that meet beginning January 2-April 30, 2020.

For problems with registration, payment, and/ or locating the course on PGCC’s Owl Link, e-mail us at ed2go@pgcc.edu.

To check hardware and software requirements:

1. Go to www.ed2go.com/pgcc
2. Click the “Help” tab and then “Compatibility”, under “Technical Issues”
3. Or, for a specific course, click on the course title, and then on “Requirements”.

To Start your Course :

1. Go to www.ed2go.com/pgcc
2. Click on “My Classroom” 
3. Login to get started.

To Register for Blackboard Classes:

To register for online courses that use Blackboard (courses with location BLBD in this schedule):

1. Select your course(s) from this schedule
2. Use the instructions on the inside front cover of this schedule to register and pay for your course.
3. Be sure to provide both a phone number and e-mail when you register so that we can contact you with instructions.
4. Activate your Owl Link account; you will need this to access your Blackboard course.

NOTE: A SKYP-formatted class indicates a real-time online consultation with the instructor on those days listed in the schedule. Meeting information on Owl Link may indicate the time to meet online. For example, ENR-591 has a “SKYP” (i.e. Skype-type) component and will meet in an online real-time (synchronous) format on Saturdays.

To check hardware and software requirements:

• Take the “Browser Test” located at http://pgcconline.blackboard.com.

To Start Your Blackboard Course:

• On the start date of your course, login at https://pgcconline.blackboard.com.

NOTE: There is no “www” in the Blackboard address.

To Register for Protrain Classes:

To register for online courses that use ProTrain (courses with location PTRN in this schedule):

1. Go to http://pgcc.theknowledgebase.org.
2. Select a program area and then a course. You’ll see a course description, hours and price.
3. Do not enroll or pay for the course at the ProTrain website.
4. Call us for enrollment and payment instructions:
5. For Green and Renewable Energy or Tax Preparation courses call 301-546-8340
6. After you have registered and paid at PGCC, you will receive login instructions by e-mail from ProTrain shortly before the course begins.

Online Courses

Online Courses allow you to update your skills, discover a new talent, or chart a career path at you convenience using your computer. If your schedule makes it difficult to attend in-person classes, or if you just want to try something new, consider enrolling in our online or hybird courses. Study, complete assignments, and communicate with your instructor and classmates from the convenience of your computer.

We offer hundreds of continuing education courses online! Browse this catalog to get started. Listed below are codes for the various methods used to teach remotely. If the code is listed i the schedule with the course information, visit Owl Link to view which method is used for the course.

BLBD = these courses use the Blackboard delivery format.

E2GO = these courses use the Ed2Go delivery format.

GTM = these courses use the Gotomeeting platform.

PTRN = these courses use the ProTrain delivery format.

RMTE = these courses are offered remotely as a specific time; Format to be determined.

SKYP = these courses use the Skype platform

VRTL = these courses use a real time format, provided by a 3rd party.

ZOOM = these courses us the ZOOM platform

Canvas is the online course delivery system used by Howard Community College faculty. Instructions for registration and guidelines for the remote learning options, are provided in the Online Course area.

Other scheduling options:

Our Ed2go online courses can begin any month of the year! If you see an Ed2go course that you would like to take, but you would rather start the class in a different month, no problem! At your request, we can set up a class section for you that begins in the month of your choice. Just:

• Go to ed2go.com/pgcc
• Search for your desired course
• Click the ‘Add to Cart’ button
• Choose the month you want to begin the course
   

For more information

The eLearning Services department can help you access and succeed in out online courses and programs. Please visit us at www.pgcconline.com, or contact us at 301-546-0463 or elearning2pgcc.edu.

What are Online Courses?

Online courses are delivered via your computer, rather than in-person: the computer becomes the classroom! You can work more independently and set your learning hours to fit your schedule. You’ll communicate with your instructor and classmates via the Internet in a password-protected classroom with access to course content, chat, discussion boards, and other course tools, using your computer or device at home or work, or a computer at the college. Are you comfortable online, with access to a computer and the Internet? Consider online courses at Prince George’s Community College!

NOTE: most online courses are not self-paced; you will be required to complete course work during specific times. 

What are Hybrid Courses?

Hybrid courses combine in-person classroom meetings and online instruction. You’ll come to campus at scheduled times during the semester to meet face-to-face with your instructor and fellow students. Other course work, assignments, and discussions are completed via the Internet. Our hybrid courses use the Blackboard delivery format. Hybrid courses are offered at both the Largo and Laurel College Center locations. Look for these codes in this schedule: • HYLAG = a hybrid course that meets on the Largo campus • HYLCC = a hybrid course that meets at the Laurel College Center

What if I’m Not Really Technical?

PGCC eLearning Services offers technical assistance for online students to help you learn to login to your online classroom and navigate your class. Technical assistance sessions can be conducted by phone, (you must be connected to the internet while on the phone) or in-person, upon request. If you are interested, contact eLearning at 301-546-0463 e-mail to: eLearning@pgcc.edu.

To take most online courses, you’ll need:

• Access to a PC or Mac computer with at least 1 GB of RAM.
• Broadband (DSL, Cable, FiOS) (highly recommended)
• An Internet Service Provider (ISP) and your own e-mail address
• A Web browser (Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer, or Safari), depending on the course format
• Microsoft Word (the college’s standard for word processing software) • Multimedia (speakers and sound card) may be required in some courses

Tips for a Seamless Transition to Remote Learning

• Create a schedule and stick to it
• Designate a place for studying
• Take a break when you need on
• Don’t be afraid to ask questions

COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS

• Desktop or laptop. Tablets and mobile devices are options also.
• Internet connection
• Speakers and headphone. Most devices have built in speakers and microphones.

Remote Access Quick Start Guide

Gotomeeting (www.joingotomeeting.com)

• Click the Join line provided in the email invitation.
• If prompted, click Yes, Grant or Trust to accept the download.
• If requested, enter the Meeting Password provided by your meeting organizer. You will be launched into the meeting.
• Seeking entry via the website: If download is not necessary, enter Meeting ID or Meeting Room and click Join. Enter password, if requested.

Skype (www.skype.com/download)

• Select desired version from the download options.

ZOOM (www.zoom.us)

• Click the join link provided in the email invite
• You will be prompted to launch the meeting or download the app.
• If requested, enter the Meeting password provided in the email invite. Before the meeting is launched, you will be asked to enter your name.
• Seeking entry via the website: If download is not necessary, click “Join a Meeting.” Enter Meeting ID and/or other meeting related information.

Canvas (Howard Community College (HCC) courses)

• Access sign-on instructioins via: https://bit.ly/2ZtWYZK
• Call 443-518-4444 fpr tje HCC help desk.
• Call 443-518-4500 for HCC faculty information.