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Alfred University in Google EarthWelcome to the online home of Alfred University in Google Earth (AUGE). This website was created in the spring of 2008 by students as a way to support and distribute their continued efforts in the Environmental Studies course ENVS 400 - Putting Alfred on the Map - at Alfred University (AU). The goal of the course is to join the geospatial movement by utilizing the latest technology to expand Alfred University's digital footprint. Geographic Information Systems (ArcGIS 9.2), Google Earth 4.2, Google SketchUp 6, Google's online 3D Warehouse, and GPS are among the technologies being utilized. Results of this class include:
And Placemarks of:
Other information about Alfred University and its surroundings is available for viewing in Google Earth. This includes Google Earth Image Overlays to improve the base resolution for viewing AUGE's 3D models and Placemarks. Image overlays, Placemarks, and additional 3D models are available on this website or can found by searching the GE community. When looking for AUGE content in the Google Earth Community or 3D Warehouse, the following keywords are recommended: "Building name", Alfred University, Alfred NY. Using the tabs above, visit the Gallery page to download our data and view it in Google Earth. For more information, click on the News link, go to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) or contact us directly at AUGE@alfred.edu. And finally, here is a way to check out our project without downloading any software! This PowerPoint presentation - available here as a PDF file - provides a brief tour of our project, our content and our methods of distribution. |
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