Student IT Help Desk

Gwinnett Tech is now using a single sign on system for all of these applications.

Students will log in through the dashboard link to access Banner, Blackboard, Office 365, or other student applications.

To avoid sign in errors, always log in through the dashboard page, then click on the links for banner and other applications from there.

Go to https://gwinnetttech.edu/dashboard/ and click on the dashboard button to log in.

To access your dashboard, you need to know your Gwinnett Tech student email which follows this format: FLLLLLLxxxx@student.gwinnetttech.edu. (first initial, up to 6 characters in last name, last 4 of student ID number) 

Your default password is “gtc” and then your 6-digit date of birth, MMDDYY (no dashes or slashes), example: “gtc010580” 

The first time you log in you will need to configure your multifactor authentication if you have not done so already. You can verify your ID with a text message, a voice call, or the OKTA verify app. We recommend setting up more than one verification method if possible so you don’t lose access to your account. Please refer to the OKTA login instructions below for more details. OKTA is the new identity management solution being implemented at all TCSG colleges.

Links from the previous dashboard page can be found by clicking the Office 365 link, and then clicking the all apps symbol on the lower left of the page.

Please click OKTA Student Quickstart Guide for more information.

Your default password is “gtc” and then your 6-digit date of birth, MMDDYY (no dashes or slashes), example: “gtc010580” 

If you need your password reset please contact the Student IT Help Desk at 678-226-6407 or StuHelpDesk@GwinnettTech.edu and be sure to provide the details below so that we may reset your password.  

• Full Name 
• Student ID 
• DOB 
• Last 4 Digits of Social Security Number 

• Your Gwinnett Tech student email follows this format: FLLLLLLxxxx@student.gwinnetttech.edu. (first initial, up to 6 characters in last name, last 4 of student ID number) 
• If you do not know your student ID number, please contact the Student IT Help Desk at 678-226-6407 or StuHelpDesk@GwinnettTech.edu, let us know you need your student ID, and be sure to provide the details below: 
  • Full Name
    Date of birth
    Last 4 Digits of Social Security Number 

Please contact the Student IT Help Desk at 678-226-6407 or StuHelpDesk@GwinnettTech.edu, let us know you need your Multi-Factor Authentication phone number changed, and be sure to provide the details below.

• Full Name 
• Student ID 
• DOB 
• Last 4 Digits of Social Security Number 

When using the text message option for multifactor authentication you must click the Send Code button in order to have a code sent to your device.

If you are brought back to the log in page again after entering your information to log in, you will need to clear your browser cache and close all browser windows.  

If you are using the Google Chrome browser these are the instructions for clearing your browsing data:  

From the “Menu” button in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window (it looks like three small dots), choose “More Tools” then choose “Clear browsing data…” Make sure you choose “All time” from the “time range” drop down menu. Also, make sure the “cookies and other data” box is checked, then click the “clear data” button.  

For best results, we recommend using Google Chrome browser. Instructions for clearing your browsing data in other browsers can be found here https://clear-my-cache.com/ 

Microsoft Office 365 is free for all Gwinnett Tech students! 

You can watch the video below on how to install Microsoft Office 365 or follow the written instructions.  Follow the instructions in this video https://youtu.be/8eILBGoJEDE
1. Click on the outlook student email icon in dashboard in order to access your student email
2. Click the apps icon on the left-hand side next to the outlook title 
3. Click the Office 365 link in the upper right corner of the page 
4. Click the install office button in the upper right corner of the page
5. Click on the office 365 apps button to begin the download of Microsoft office 
6. Once you click on the office 365 apps button follow the on-screen instructions to complete the install 

Once Office 365 has been installed, be sure to login with your Gwinnett Tech student email account the first time you start an Office application. 

Download and install LockDown Browser from this link: 
https://download.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=644891631

Once Installed 
Go to your desktop and open LockDown Browser. 
Log into Blackboard. 

Navigate to the test. 
Please note, LockDown Browser does not work with Chrome books. 

How to Install Respondus LockDown Browser 

We recommend students use Windows 10 or the current Mac operating system. 
Chromebooks are not recommended. 
-Required software such as LockDown Browser cannot be installed on Chromebooks. 

Please make sure you have updated your browser to the most current version and that your system has the latest operating system updates.
Supported Browsers 

• Google Chrome (recommended) 
• Firefox 
• Microsoft Edge 

 Unsupported Browsers 
Safari 

Clearing your Browser History Cookies (PDF)

do-not-reply@blackboard.com is the address that all blackboard messages are sent from. If you are not receiving some of your messages from blackboard it is likely that this address has been blocked in Outlook. 
To change this, follow these steps: 
1. Log in to your student email account through the Outlook link on the student dashboard. 
2. On the upper right of your Gwinnett Tech Outlook web app, you will see a gear icon, click on this to open your outlook Settings. 
3. Scroll to the bottom and click on View all Outlook Settings 
4. From the menu on the left choose Junk email 
5. If you see do-not-reply@blackboard.com on your blocked sender’s list click the trash can icon to the right of it to remove it 
Once this is done scroll down and click Save 
 
Here is a video tutorial about changing your blocked sender’s list. 
Not receiving blackboard messages

To access banner, log in to the dashboard https://gwinnetttech.edu/dashboard/ , then click the banner link on the dashboard once you are logged in. Using a link outside of the dashboard will cause a sign in error and you will have to clear your browser cache and close all browser windows to get past this error.

If you are using the Google Chrome browser these are the instructions for clearing your browsing data:  

From the “Menu” button in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window (it looks like three small dots), choose “More Tools” then choose “Clear browsing data… “. Make sure you choose “All time” from the “time range” drop-down menu. Also, make sure the “cookies and other data” box is checked, then click the “clear data” button.  

If that does not work, try using an incognito window.  

From the “Menu” button in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window (it looks like three small dots), choose “new incognito window”   

For best results we recommend using Google Chrome browser. Instructions for clearing your browsing data in other browsers can be found here https://clear-my-cache.com/ 

This can often happen if you have more than one Microsoft login such as another school or work email, Outlook, Hotmail, or even X-box live. You will need to log out of this other account before you can log in to your Gwinnett Tech student email account.

You may also want to clear your browsing data and close all browser windows. 

If you are using the Google Chrome browser these are the instructions for clearing your browsing data: 

From the “Menu” button in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window (it looks like three small dots), choose “More Tools” then choose “Clear browsing data… “. Make sure you choose “All time” from the “time range” drop down menu. Also make sure the “cookies and other data” box is checked, then click the “clear data” button. 

If that does not work, try using an incognito window. 

From the “Menu” button in the upper-right corner of the Chrome window (it looks like three small dots), choose “new incognito window”  

For best results, we recommend using the Google Chrome browser. Instructions for clearing your browsing data in other browsers can be found here – clear-my-cache.com/

Please contact the Student IT Help Desk at 678-226-6407
or StuHelpDesk@GwinnettTech.edu and be sure to provide the details below so that we may reset your password. 

• Full Name 
• Student ID 
• DOB 
• Last 4 Digits of Social Security Number 

For other questions regarding your application status, please contact the Recruitment Office.  via email: Recruitment@GwinnettTech.edu or via phone: (678) 226-6751. 

If you get this error message when trying to log in to banner it is because your application is not complete. To check your admissions status, go to Online Admissions 

Your Login ID will be your 900# or your SSN 

Your PIN is to your 6-digit date of birth, MMDDYY (no dashes or slashes) 

If you have questions about completing the application process, contact the student recruitment center. 
via email: GTCRecruitment@GwinnettTech.edu or via phone: (678) 226-6751. 

The Gwinnett Tech Foundation is able to provide limited assistance with Loaner Laptops.  

Please follow the following link to view additional information to acquire a Loaner Laptop.  

Contact Gwinnett Tech Foundation  678-226-6425 or email FoundationOffice@gwinnetttech.edu

In order to annotate, print, and sign any Gwinnett Technical College PDF document, please download the free Adobe Reader® software on your machine. 

Follow the link below to download: https://get.adobe.com/reader/ 

Students have a budget of 300 free prints each semester.

To check your print budget:

• Go to https://gwinnetttech.edu/dashboard/ and click on the dashboard button to log in.
• Click on the Office 365 link
• Click on all apps in the lower left corner
• Select the student print budget shortcut to see your current print balance and pay for additional printing through Print Payment Management

Additional security on Gwinnett Tech student accounts
Gwinnett Technical College is implementing additional security on all student email accounts. This is called Multifactor Authentication.

• What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a more secure authentication process for connecting to a web service. It uses at least two out of three factors: something you know, something you have, or something you are. With the system we use at Gwinnett Tech you can verify your ID with a text message, a voice call, or the OKTA verify app. The OKTA verify app is available for Android or iOS.
• Why does GTC require MFA for Office365 logins?
  • This year saw a substantial increase in the quantity and complexity of malicious emails on the Internet. In addition, spammers have been increasingly successful in tricking account holders into releasing their passwords, compromising these accounts, which were used to send spam or other malicious attacks.
• How does MFA prevent unauthorized logins if the student’s login information has been compromised?
  • By requiring a text message, a voice call, or the OKTA verify app as an additional authentication requirement, MFA blocks access to criminals even if they have the student’s login information. If you get multiple authentication messages on your phone even though you aren’t logging in to your student account, change your password as soon as possible. You have likely compromised it in some way without your knowledge.
• Can I use an alternate email address for MFA?
  • No. OKTA only supports verification through a text message, a voice call, or the OKTA verify app.
  • If you are unable to log in with the new MFA system Contact the Gwinnett Tech Student IT Help Desk. Stuhelpdesk@gwinnetttech.edu or 678-226-6407
• Is there some alternative to a phone call or SMS?
  • No.  Gwinnett Tech’s access policy does not support any other authentication method.
• Will you disable MFA on my account if I find it inconvenient?
  • No. MFA protects you, other students, faculty, staff, the school’s data, and others online. It has also been instituted as a required security policy at all TCSG colleges.
  • If you are unable to log in with the new MFA system Contact the Gwinnett Tech Student IT Help Desk. Stuhelpdesk@gwinnetttech.edu or 678-226-6407