GIS

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) enable users to visualize and analyze spatial information in a dynamic, digital environment. It provides tools for integrating, querying and analyzing a wide variety of data types, such as scientific and cultural data, satellite imagery and aerial photography, as well as data collected by individuals, into projects, with geographic locations providing the integral link between all the data.

Mission

The GIS Laboratory is a collaboration between the MIT Libraries, Information Services & Technology (IS&T), and the Office of Educational Innovation and Technology (OEIT). Our goal is to support the MIT community's research and academic activities, as they relate to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This support not only includes the collection of literature, data, software, and hardware; but also, training and assistance in the use of GIS. We are available to work with faculty to implement and assist in teaching GIS-based labs in individual subjects.

MIT does NOT offer a GIS certificate or degree program. 

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Hours

The GIS laboratory, housed in Rotch Library, is available for use during Rotch operating hours.

GIS Lab Assistance Hours for Spring 2008 (Feb. 11 - May 15)

A GIS specialist will be available in the GIS lab, Rotch Library during the following lab hours:

For appointments with a GIS specialist or if you cannot meet during these times please email: gishelp@mit.edu.
Note: Due to staff holidays, there will be no lab hours on the following days:
  Monday, Feb. 18
  Monday, April 21