Geographic Information Systems Laboratory

The GIS Laboratory is located in 309 N. Mudd on the Caltech campus. This GIS Laboratory provides Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, image processing and 3D modeling resources for researchers within Caltech's Division of Geological & Planetary Sciences. In addition, the lab offers equipment, software and facilities for instructing students, faculty, and staff throughout the Division.

The GIS Lab is a 21' x 22' computer laboratory designed for eight computer workstations.  Currently the lab has eight PC's and a large central table serves as a meeting site and work area for laying out project maps.  The Lab hosts ArcMap, ENVI/IDL, ERDAS, and Matlab, making these availble throughout the GPS Division network.  Researchers use the lab for compiling and digitizing spatial and attribute data, interpreting geologic and geophysical data, and producing publication-quality maps and figures. 

The GIS Lab also provides field laptops and GPS receivers to members of the GPS Division free of charge for use in research or for classes.  Click here for more information.