For Durham Technical Community College employees, navigating online resources efficiently is key to a smooth workflow. Durham Tech Self Service acts as a central hub, providing access to vital tools and information necessary for daily tasks and administrative needs. This guide will walk you through accessing your Durham Tech email, Canvas, Self-Service portal, and managing your account effectively.
Accessing Your Durham Tech Email
Staying connected is crucial, and your Durham Tech email is the primary channel for official college communications. To access your email account, simply visit the Microsoft Office 365 portal. This platform provides a user-friendly interface for managing your inbox, sending emails, and organizing your communications.
Navigating Canvas for Course Materials
Canvas is Durham Tech’s learning management system, essential for accessing course materials, assignments, and interacting with online learning environments. Visit canvas.durhamtech.edu to log in and access your courses. If you require assistance with Canvas, Durham Tech offers dedicated Canvas Support resources to help you with any questions or technical issues you might encounter.
Utilizing Durham Tech Self Service for Employee Information
The Self-Service portal is your go-to destination for accessing important employee-related information. Through Durham Tech Self Service, you can conveniently view your tax statements, earning statements, and manage your bank information for payroll purposes. This secure platform ensures you have 24/7 access to your personal employment details.
Activating and Managing Your Durham Tech Account
Your Durham Tech account credentials serve as your key to accessing all college online services, including email, Canvas, and Self-Service. If you are a new employee or need to reset your password, follow these steps:
Activating or Resetting Your Password
To activate your account or reset a forgotten password, navigate to the Activate/Reset Your Password page. You will be prompted to enter your username and Durham Tech student ID number. Click “NEXT” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the activation or password reset process.
Understanding Your Username
Your Durham Tech username is constructed using a combination of your last name and student ID. Specifically, it consists of your last name (up to the first 15 letters), followed by your first initial, and the last four digits of your student ID. For example, if your name is Barbara Jones and your student ID ends in 2222, your username would be jonesb2222.
Password Requirements and Security
When choosing a password for your Durham Tech account, ensure it meets security requirements to protect your information. Passwords must be between 8 and 20 characters long and meet at least three of the following criteria:
- Lowercase character (a-z)
- Uppercase character (A-Z)
- Numeric character (0-9)
- Special character (!@#$%^&()+=)
Using a combination of these character types will create a strong and secure password. Remember that both usernames and passwords are case-sensitive.
Account Lockout and Security Measures
For security reasons, multiple incorrect login attempts will result in your account being temporarily disabled. If your account is locked due to too many failed login attempts, you do not need to contact the system administrator. Simply wait 20 minutes, and the system will automatically reset your account, allowing you to try logging in again with the correct credentials. Durham Tech employs encryption to protect your information transmitted online, ensuring your data remains secure.
For any further assistance or if you continue to experience difficulties accessing Durham Tech Self Service or any other online resources, please do not hesitate to contact the Durham Tech Help Desk at [email protected]. They are available to provide support and guidance to ensure you can effectively utilize all the online tools available to you as a Durham Tech employee.
