Visual resources and image retrieval at the Learning Centre
The VRC space is a dedicated working space for activities such as image editing and self-service digitisation. The VRC service helps to find high quality and authentic visual information from a variety of subjects and disciplines, from digital cultural heritage to information visualisation. We offer advice and training on visual information sources and use rights for learning and research. VRC also helps find visual materials related to the history and activities of Aalto University.
The Visual Resources Centre supports learning visual literacy skills as part of information skills at Aalto University Learning Centre. The visual literacy skills include the abilities to find, evaluate, use ethically and produce visual media.
Open
- Mon-Thu 9-20
- Fri 9-18
- Sat 10-15
- Information service drop-in sessions Mon, Wed and Thu 13-16.
Contact us by email infolib@aalto.fi, or you can also request an appointment to meet with an information specialist.
Equipment and software at the VRC
- Two iMAC 27" workstations
- Two PC 27" workstations
- A3 scanner
- Two A4 scanners (one with film holders for slides and different sizes of film)
- Adobe Creative Cloud 2017: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Bridge, Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Animate, Premiere, After Effects, Fireworks, Lightroom
- Windows Office 2013: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access
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