COMPUTER LABORATORY

The Computer Laboratory is the School of Architecture's central resource for digital design and research. The school is committed to providing our students with the best possible environment for computer-based, collaborative teaching and research.    

Intel Xeon Servers provide the backbone for data sharing and network services connecting the lab workstations through a gigabit fiber-optic network to the design studios. The lab is equipped with Windows workstations with the latest Intel processors advanced graphics and multimedia hardware and software. The school’s Ethernet and wireless network provide students and faculty access to the lab’s large-format plotters and color printers.   The University's T3 lines and the Internet II link, connect the laboratory further to computing facilities worldwide.

The Computer Laboratory supports digital databases, including visual information resources such as the digitized image collection, G.I.S., multimedia and digital books, and CAD and 3D animation models of notable buildings worldwide. 

The IT Manager at the School of Architecture provides guidance for the design and management of the School's computer resources. Two IT staff provide support and assistance with computer applications and with computer and software maintenance.  Several part-time lab attendants also provide technical assistance to the students and faculty.

For computer recommendations please e-mail the School of Architecture IT Staff at it@arc.miami.edu, we will give you a personal answer in not more than 48 hours.