Exam Proctoring and Technology
All exams must be proctored unless your instructor states otherwise.
Online students are expected to take exams on the same day they are administered to on-campus students, unless prior approval is granted by the course instructor.
Depending on the course, online students may be required to use:
- ProctorU Live+ or In-Person Testing Center for PDF-style exams
- Honorlock for electronic-style exams.
Check your Blackboard course site and/or course syllabus to confirm the exam type.
All virtual proctoring will require:
- A valid, non-expired, government-issued photo ID at the time of testing.
- A full room scan before the exam begins to ensure the testing environment is secure.
Academic Integrity
You are responsible for maintaining the integrity of your exam. To avoid suspicion or potential flags; ensure your camera is positioned correctly, your workspace is clear and visible. Keep your hands, calculator and materials in view at all times. If academic dishonesty cannot be ruled out based on the exam recording, it may be treated as a breach of integrity.
CEM follows a zero-tolerance policy regarding academic dishonesty. If misconduct is suspected and cannot be ruled out from the exam recording, serious consequences may follow. Depending on the severity of the occurrence the outcomes include:
- Receiving a zero on the assignment or exam
- Receiving an “F” for the course
- Dismissal from the University
Refer to the UND Code of Student Life for additional details and links.
ProctorU Live+
ProctorU Live+ provides live, online proctoring for our PDF-style exams. Most College of Engineering and Mines exams are PDF-style, which involves showing your work through calculations, solving complex problems, drawing diagrams and similar tasks.
College of Engineering and Mines covers ProctorU fees for exams scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.
Scheduling Requirements
- Exams must be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.
- Schedule as early as possible to secure a time slot and avoid late booking fees.
On-Demand Scheduling Fees (student responsibility):
- “Take It Now” (same day) – $5.00 USD
- “Take It Soon” (24-72 hours) - $3.00 USD
- Students are required to have a credit card that ProctorU accepts to pay any applicable late scheduling fees.
- On-Demand Scheduling FAQs.
ProctorU for PDF-Style Exams: Technology Requirements
- Touch screen laptop with active stylus compatibility
- Alternative: A USB-connected digital writing tablet (ex. Wacom or Huion tablet) may be used but is not recommended. Must be approved by the Distance Engineering office.
- Not compatible: Chromebooks, iPads and other tablets
- Active Stylus
- External webcam on a tripod or gooseneck mount for a clear view of your workspace with required camera angle
- Stable and uninterrupted Internet connection
- PDF editing software (must be pre-installed), such as Drawboard PDF, PDF Annotator, Xodo or OneNote
- ProctorU Guardian Browser downloaded and installed on your laptop
- Clean desk space
ProctorU's privacy and security details, see:
In-Person Test Center Proctoring
Students who prefer to take PDF-style exams at a college or university testing center must complete the Proctoring Request Form.
The form must be submitted at least two weeks before the exam date.
When submitting the form, be sure to include the following:
- Full Name
- Student ID
- Student email
- Course prefix and number (Ex. ME 306)
- Test center email
- Name of test center
- Contact person at test center
- Test center phone number
- Test center address (including city, state, and zip)
In-Person PROCTORING Request Form
Honorlock
Honorlock uses AI monitoring with live proctor intervention when needed. It is used for electronic Blackboard-based exams and does not require an appointment or specialized equipment.
Honorlock Technology Requirements
- Stable and uninterrupted Internet connection
- Computer with a built-in webcam, or preferably, an external webcam
- Google Chrome browser
- Honorlock Chrome Extension installed