Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Lab

The GIS Lab is provided by the University Libraries to support the use of GIS for coursework and research by UW students, faculty, and staff. Groups are welcome to work together on GIS assignments in this space. GIS Lab staff are available to assist lab users with locating geospatial data, integrating data into GIS projects, and basic ArcGIS functionality. Lab staff cannot provide extended assistance with the completion of course assignments. Lab users are strongly encouraged to consult with their faculty and/or TAs for assistance with or clarification of course assignments.

Lab staff do not make maps for students, staff, faculty, or the general public.

 

If you do not have knowledge of the ArcGIS software suite please investigate the available books, tutorials, and courses.

 

Two important things you must know about the GIS Lab:

1. You must be a student, faculty, or staff member of the University of Washington to use the GIS Lab. UWNetID login is required to access software applications on the computers.

2. You must backup your GIS projects to your own media before you leave the lab. ALL DATA LEFT ON WORKSTATIONS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DELETED AFTER 15 MINUTES OF INACTIVITY AND/OR NIGHTLY, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Other important things to know about the GIS Lab:

GIS Lab Location
GIS Lab Hours
GIS Lab Policies
Options and instructions for GIS project backup
Printing from GIS Lab Computers
Feedback on the GIS Lab