An Introduction to myPTC

 

 

 

What is myPTC?
myPTC is a portal, or a single point of access to a variety of computing resources.  These resources include Blackboard, the PTC online learning environment; Campus Connect, the PTC student information system; and Gmail for PTC, the college’s student email system.  Anytime you want to access any of these systems, just login to the portal and then click on the appropriate link.  You'll use the same account to login to all of them. 

 

Additionally, the portal is a good source of up-to-date news about events and important deadlines that affect your success as a student.  You should login to the portal at least weekly to keep current with important news.

How do I get started?
You must begin by activating your account.  You can do this online.  You will be asked to enter some information that uniquely identifies you, and then you’ll be able to establish an account.  You’ll use this account to access all PTC information technology services.  If you'd like to activate your account while on campus, but can't login to a computer, please see the staff in IT303.  They will be glad to help.  Or, you can activate your account from home.

To activate your account, select the Manage My Account link from the myAccount block in the right column of the myptc homepage and follow the instructions provided.

Why do I need to login to the portal?
myPTC provides you with single sign-on (SSO) to other PTC applications like Blackboard and Campus Connect.  Just login to the myPTC portal when you arrive at the site.  When you click a link to Blackboard or Campus Connect, you are automatically logged on without having to enter your account information again.

SSO is currently not supported for Gmail for PTC.  You will be asked to enter your username and password when you access your student email account.  Just enter the same username and password you use to login to the portal.  SSO for Gmail for PTC should be available beginning in the fall.