IDIA Lab
The Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA Lab) explores the intersection between the arts, sciences, and humanities using a broad range of technologies. The Lab has been designing scholarly, creative, teaching and learning projects that investigate virtual reality, human computer interface (HCI), augmented reality, mobile apps, interactive artworks, immersive environments, head mounted display, visualization and 3D simulation.
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Simulation Lab
The "SimLab" stands at the nexus of innovation and exploration. Specializing in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), and advanced digital modeling and rendering, this state-of-the-art computer lab builds upon its expertise in thermal, acoustical, and structural simulations to delve into immersive architectural visualizations and dynamic design environments. Training sessions and workshops are provided to prepare students for the evolving landscape of architectural design.
Equipment and Software Applications:
• High-end workstations for digital modeling, rendering, and simulations
• Dedicated VR workstations
• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Autodesk Suite
• Rhino and Grasshopper
• SketchUp
• Lumion
• Enscape
Through the SimLab, our students and faculty work directly with businesses and nonprofits, helping them address their challenges while gaining real-world experience. See for yourself.
Preservation Lab
It takes the latest equipment and technology to adequately research and preserve the oldest architecture and buildings.
Students in our historic preservation program use the Preservation Lab to carry out class projects in preservation technology, including conservation and paint and mortar analysis.
Equipment:
• stereo microscopes that can capture digital images of material samples up to 180 times
• field kits for building assessments
• heat lamps for drying mortar samples
• a desiccating chamber
• various hand tools for material sampling
• a pressure washer
• catalogs and literature related to the latest materials and products