A Multi-Purpose Computer Laboratory for the Geological Sciences

Macalester将为地质科学开发一个多功能计算机实验室。实验室将配置一个由MacIntosh II计算机组成的网络，以便教师和学生之间进行互动。该实验室将用于四个基本领域：地质过程的定量和符号建模和模拟；地质数据的分析和解释；学生开发专家系统；作为与校园图像处理中心和其他计算机设施的联系。将开发实验室练习、实验和模拟，用于从入门水平到仅为高级地质学专业指定的课程。该实验室将为入门学生提供必要的工具，使他们能够直观地了解甚至复杂的地质过程，并鼓励他们继续探索地质学课程。此外，实验室的早期和持续使用将有助于学生培养地质学家所需的定量和分析技能。该学院正在用等额的资金来匹配这一奖项。

Macalester will develop a multi-purpose computer laboratory for the geological sciences. The laboratory would be configured with a network of MacIntosh II computers to allow for interaction between the instructor and the students. The laboratory will be used in four fundamental areas: quantitative and symbolic modelling and simulation of geologic processes; analysis and interpretation of geologic data; student development of expert systems; as a link with the image processing centers and other computer facilities on campus. Laboratory exercises, experiments, and simulations will be developed for use in courses ranging from the introductory level to courses designated only for upper division geology majors. The laboratory will provide the introductory students with the tools necessary to visualize and understand even the complex geologic processes and encourage them to continue to explore courses in geology. Also, early and continued use of the laboratory will help students develop the quantitative and analytical skills required of geologists. The college is matching the award with an equal amount of funds.