GVSU College of Computing

The College of Computing has four labs dedicated to our students. Three of these labs run linux (EOS, ARCH and DataCom) and are support by our own HPC Support Team. 

• Exploratory Operations Systems Lab: Linux-based instructional lab with EOS OS, ideal for operating systems coursework. Learn more on the Exploratory Operations Systems Lab page. 
• Data Communications Lab: Specialized networking instruction tools and equipment. Learn more on the Data Communications Lab page. 
• Hybrid Computing Lab: Supports mixed environments with both Windows and Linux machines. Learn more on the Hybrid Computing Lab page. 
• GVSU General Computing Services: Student-centered workspace with general access computing. Learn more on the GVSU General Computing Services page. 

Linux Lab: This lab is equipped with 32 linux machines in hybrid computer tables.

Mac Lab: This lab is equipped with 32 iMac machines in hybrid computer tables.

Undergraduate Research Lab - This lab is a dedicated area for student-faculty research projects.

Distributed Execution Network Lab – This lab is a place for students to learn about and perform research in high performance computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Learn more on the Distributed Execution Network Lab page.

Networking & Security Lab – This lab is being used to support both applied research and teaching activities in computer networking, systems security, and cybersecurity. Learn more on the Networking & Security Lab page. 

Applied Computing Institute: The Applied Computing Institute is a hub for industry-engaged research and innovation, connecting faculty and students with real-world computing challenges through collaborative projects and experiential learning.

Graduate Assistant Office: This space is utilized by our Graduate Assistants to store and work on their assigned GA projects. This room is equipped with computers and individual work spaces. 

MAK C-2-504 Student Project Room: This meeting room is equipped with a whiteboard, and power outlets and capacity for groups of six or less. Schedule this room by visiting the MAK C-2-504 Student Project Room page.

The four project rooms on the City Campus are all located within the Graduate Student Suite DCIH 540. 

• Student Project Room 540K: This project room is equipped with a whiteboard, zoom room technology for virtual meetings, power outlets and capacity for groups of five or less.
• Student Project Room 540G: This project room is equipped with a whiteboard, zoom room technology for virtual meetings, power outlets and capacity for groups of five or less.
• Student Project Room 540F: This project room is equipped with a whiteboard, zoom room technology for virtual meetings, power outlets and capacity for groups of five or less.
• Student Project Room 540D: This project room is equipped with a whiteboard, zoom room technology for virtual meetings, power outlets and capacity for groups of five or less.

C-Wing Conference Room: This meeting room is equipped with a Smart Kapp whiteboard, 62 inch HD display, power outlets and capacity for groups of ten or less. Schedule with this conference room by visiting the C-Wing conference room page. 

D-Wing Conference Room: This meeting room is equipped with a large whiteboard, overhead projector, screen, Elmo projector, a small reception area for coffee, power outlets and capacity for groups of twelve or less. Schedule with this conference room by visiting the D-Wing conference room page. 

522 Conference Room: This meeting room is equipped with a whiteboard, and power outlets and capacity for groups of nine or less. This conference space is located within the Computing Suite in 530 DCIH. Schedule this room by emailing Brock Thane at [email protected]. 

560 Conference Room: This meeting room is equipped with a whiteboard, and power outlets and capacity for groups of five or less. Schedule this room by emailing Brock Thane at [email protected]. 

The following links contain more information about the labs, including technical, access, and procedural information.

• CIS Keycards: Access to Allendale labs require a keycard as they are not for the general GVSU student population.
• Accounts: EOS and Architecture labs require a separate sign-on than from the University general labs.
• Remote Access: Console, Graphical, and VPN.