Location: Alkek Library first floor, Alkek 105
Questions? Contact Us: GIS and Geospatial Data
GeoSpace
Available at no cost for all Texas State students, faculty and staff!
Use this space
Alkek One’s GeoSpace provides users with opportunities to approach data in unique ways through enhanced experiences using geospatial technologies including GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS and GeoComputation. In the GeoSpace, patrons are able to use modern equipment like unmanned aerial vehicles and GPS units to speedily acquire field data. They are also able to manage, integrate and analyze big and multi-dimensional datasets using the available high-speed computers. The wider monitors and multi-touch display equipment in the instructional space and the interactive display area provide patrons with superior visualization of spatial data.
What's in the GeoSpace?
INSTRUCTION ROOM
The GeoSpace includes a 22-computer instruction room used for a variety of Alkek One workshops. The computers have 34-inch curved monitors and are loaded with geospatial and other software package including: ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro.
PUFFERTOUCH 2+ GLOBE
The PufferTouch® range combines on-sphere touch interactivity with traffic-stopping visuals. With powerful software integrations and cutting-edge projection technology, our displays make the most engaging medium for your key messages.
IDEUM PRO TOUCH TABLE
The Pro is Ideum’s most powerful high-performance interactive table. It has a workstation computer and options for expandability. Quality built with an all-aluminum frame, it has a patented design and uses the best available commercial components.
Equipment for Checkout
GPS Units and More
Checkout Garmin GPS, Trimble GPS, TruPulse Laser RangeFinder and more from the Alkek One Checkout Desk on the first floor. Checkout times vary.
SEQUOIA+ Sensor
SEQUOIA+ Multispectral Sensor: Gather crop data for NDVI mapping. Analyze data in order to adjust pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer, and irrigation to maximize yields.