The GIS Laboratory provides Geographic Information System (GIS), Remote Sensing, and 3D Modeling resources for researchers within Caltech's Division of Geological & Planetary Sciences. The GIS Lab (309 North Mudd) is a 21' x 22' computer laboratory designed for eight computer workstations. Currently the lab has two Sun Ultra computers, and eight PC's. A large central table serves as a meeting site and work area for laying out project maps. The Lab hosts ArcInfo, ArcView, ERDAS, ENVI/IDL, and PCI Geomatica, making these available 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 adjacent image is an example of active GIS work to compile and publish data regarding the Great Sumatran Fault. See Projects (above) for additional examples.

LABORATORY RESOURCES

HARDWARE Sun Ultra 10 Creator 3D Sun Ultra 1 8 Dell Precision Workstation HP 5500PS 42" Large-format printer	SOFTWARE SUNS ArcInfo ArcView - Spatial Analyst Extension - 3D Analyst Extension ENVI/IDL PCI Geomatica PC ArcInfo ArcView - All Available Extensions ERDAS ENVI/IDL Mapsource PhotoShop & Illustrator