CAIReL developed from the original CAIDeL (Computer Aided Delivery Laboratory). It has the objective of providing a modern facility to host novel educational techniques and methodologies for academic learning and research. It is used for instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The laboratory currently comprises thirty (30) personal computers, a server, data display projectors, and a variety of computer programs for supporting research and educational computational needs. Several courses and training workshops are offered regularly in these facilities. It is used by faculty in their courses.
Software available in the computer lab includes programs typically used in the civil engineering profession. These programs are distributed by the different areas of study within our program. Among the programs available the following are included:
- Primavera P6
- WinEst
- AIA Documents
- ArcGIS
- Civil 3D
- AutoCAD
- SAP2000
- E-Tabs
- Microsoft Office
The laboratory’s objectives are the following:
- Increase the student’s level of visualization by using multiple mediums of transmitting information: textual, audio and animated.
- Allow the instructor to use different methods to transmit knowledge and stimulate learning.
- Increase the level of attention and concentration of the student, involving all senses and feelings.
- Increase the level of participation of the student in the class.
- Better the student’s academic performance by incorporating new educational techniques.
