Training facilities
A videoconference / computer classroom is available to the Iowa Department of Transportation, Iowa's city and county transportation agencies, Iowa State University centers, institutes and departments, and the ISU Research Park for meetings and workshops.
Videoconference room features
- Uses the accepted standard for global Internet videoconferencing.
- Can be connected to
- the Iowa Communications Network (ICN) through its networking bridge.
- thousands of other university and private sites around the U.S. and the globe.
- web-based video conferences and training seminars.
- Accommodates up to 49 people, with movable tables for flexible teaching/meeting arrangements.
- Includes special-use technologies and equipment:
- two video cameras and two high resolution projecctors
- document camera
- input for IBM-compatible personal computers
- ethernet/local area network
- wireless network access
- room audio and microphone for stand-alone use
- audioconference (full-duplex speakerphone)
- large marker boards
Why videoconferencing?
- Involve people at several distant locations in "face-to-face" meetings and workshops.
- Increase the number of people who can participate in these events.
- Save travel costs and time.
- Enhance convenience.
- Document discussions and activities.
Computer classroom features
- 13 state-of-the-art laptop computers
- separate computer at the front of the room for instructor
- 800 by 600 resolution computer projector and media cart
- projection screens
- white boards
- large, comfortable desks and seating arrangements
Why use CTRE's computer classroom?
- Provide hands-on training to software end-users.
- Install your own software and configure the computers to meet your training needs.
- Provide an opportunity for end-users to share and learn from each other's experiences.
Using the room
CTRE's partners, including the Iowa Department of Transportation and Iowa's city and county transportation agencies, as well as Iowa State University centers, institutes, and departments and the ISU Research Park may use the training facility at CTRE.
Reserving a room
Contact CTRE at 515-294-8103. We will
- give you cost information and specific details about room and technology configurations
- tentatively schedule a room for you
- send you room-use policies and scheduling request forms
- lock in your reservation when she receives a completed scheduling request form
The videconference room / computer classroom is booked on a first-come, first-served basis.
This facility is located in the Center for Transportation Research and Education's office suite in Iowa State University's Research Park, with convenient access and plenty of free parking. See the map to CTRE.
Equipment rental cost
- Half day: $300
- Full day: $500
