GLG410/598--Computers in Geology
Introductory Poll
I want to get some information about you and your expectations and ideas for our class. Please email your answers to these questions to ramon.arrowsmith@asu.edu by Wednesday, August 22, 2007 before noon.
Your background
- What is your major and class level?
- What is your class work and research so far in Geological Sciences (what are the major classes you have taken, etc.)?
- What are your interests in geoscience?
- What are your plans after you complete your degree?
Your computer experience
- What is the operating system that you know best (Windows, Macintosh, Linux/Unix)?
- Do you have a computer? If so, how old is it? What kind is it? What are the main pieces of software?
- Which of these pieces of software have you used and what is your level of aptitude with each (beginner, intermediate, expert):
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- HTML editing software (any kind)
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- ArcGIS
- Matlab
- Linux/UNIX operating System
- What are the main pieces of software that you have used for your classes or research or work?
- Do you read blogs? Have you used any collaborative internet software for classes or research (Blackboard, other listservs, Wikis, etc.)? What is effective in your opinion?
- What do you think of the idea that students will soon all have their own laptops leaving classroom computers unnecessary?
Your ideas and expectations
- What do you expect to get out of this class?
- What are the main topics you would like to see covered or emphasized?
- Do you think it is important to have experience with Linux/Unix?
GLG410/598 Computers in Geology
Last modified: August 20, 2007