Project: GIS - Geographic Information System, Interactive Software
Venue: Sci-Port Discovery Center
Location: Shreeveport, Louisianna
Date: Summer, 1998
Client: Exhibit Works
Contributors: Mystus Interactus (programming), Exhibit Works (data, coordination)

Description: Through this computer program the visitor is able to explore the main aspects of a geographic information system, or GIS. The principal activity is zooming in and out on a map of the USA. The response is very fast but the resolution is rough. Three locations however have a very detailed map of streets overlaid at high zoom. Visitors can also turn layers on and off, an important characteristic of GIS systems. For the inquisitive visitor more maps are available for viewing, including a raster based map. An overview presentation about GIS is also available. The program has been designed to allow for future enhancements through the addition of more map options. When no activity is sensed from the visitor the program reverts to an attract loop showing different map examples. Any movement of the trackball or pressing the pushbutton will bring up the instruction page prior to the main map screen.