How can I get access to Penn State Labs applications remotely?
If you only need access to a single application at a time (and not a full desktop environment), you might be interested in WebApps, which provides remote access to the most popular Penn State Labs applications. This is available to all students and faculty at all Penn State locations, including World Campus.
What is remote access to a computer lab?
Some locations provide remote access to computer labs, which allow you to access physical computers in computer labs when they’re not in use or the building is closed. The availability of this service is limited to certain programs and campuses. Access is available via WebLabs.
How do I access MCECS computer labs remotely?
MCECS computer labs are currently remotely accessible through our Remote Lab portal via RDP. You will need an RDP program (RDP client) setup on your own computer to connect to another Windows computer. You must be on the VPN to use an RDP client to access a Windows system in MCECS. Used to open a login session (shell) on a remote Linux computer.
What is the Penn State Center for service enterprise engineering?
The Penn State Center for Service Enterprise Engineering (CSEE) is the first U.S. academic center devoted solely to the study and practice of service engineering.
Virtual Labs
All students and faculty at all Penn State locations, including World Campus, have access to WebLabs, a full cloud-based desktop computer lab environment.
Virtual Apps
If you only need access to a single application at a time (and not a full desktop environment), you might be interested in WebApps, which provides remote access to the most popular Penn State Labs applications. This is available to all students and faculty at all Penn State locations, including World Campus.
Network Storage
WebFiles provides access to Penn State network storage, including UDrive and PASS.
Remote Labs
Some locations provide remote access to computer labs, which allow you to access physical computers in computer labs when they’re not in use or the building is closed. The availability of this service is limited to certain programs and campuses. Access is available via WebLabs.
What Is It?
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) is a virtualization technique enabling access to a virtualized desktop. These virtual desktops are hosted on a remote service over the internet. This allows access to specialized software without the need to travel to a computer lab.
Requirements for the College of Engineering VDI Service
Before students are able to ultilize their department's VDI environment, they must request an increase in their Penn State Access Account Storage Space quota from work.psu.edu. Select the MAX quota (10GB).
Access Via VMware Horizon Client
In addition to using your browser to access the College of Engineering's VDI platform, you may also want to use the VMware Horizon Client if you need to tie local USB devices to your session or use multiple monitors.
What is the Penn State Center for Neural Engineering?
The Penn State Center for Neural Engineering, an intercollege center bridging the Colleges of Engineering, Medicine, and Science, was created to develop active educational, research, and outreach collaborations with scientists and physicians who are working on developing the next generation of smart devices for the clinical treatment of dynamical diseases of the brain. More »
What is WCAN PSU?
The mission of Wireless Communications and Networking Laboratory@Penn State (WCAN@PSU) is to conduct fundamental research to achieve high capacity, highly reliable , secure communication through the radio channel. Specifically, we devise the design principles of next generation wireless networks from physical layer up. More »
What are the contributions of Penn State researchers?
Penn State researchers have made important contributions to the field of combustion, both in terms of improved understanding of combustion fundamentals and the application of combustion science to the development of advanced combustion technology. More ».
What is the RSEC?
The Radiation Science and Engineering Center (RSEC) was established to manage Penn State’s comprehensive nuclear research facilities, including the Breazeale Nuclear Reactor, Gamma Irradiation Facility, radioactive sources and radiation measurement resources. The RESC provides safe nuclear analytical and testing facilities in support of the research and education activities of faculty, staff, and students at Penn State, while educating the general public about the application of nuclear energy in society. More »
What is Penn State's vertical lift center?
The Penn State Vertical Lift Research Center — also one of three Vertical Lift Research Centers of Excellence in the United States — engages in a wide range of research and education activities related to vertical flight technology, including dynamics, aerodynamics, acoustics, icing, flight control and simulation, and smart structures. More »
What is hydrogen energy research?
Hydrogen energy research is one of several important energy-related topics at Penn State. Many faculty, staff, and students at the university are working with collaborators in industry and our National Laboratories on hydrogen storage, production, and utilization. They are inventing new hydrogen technologies and contributing to the growth of a hydrogen infrastructure in Pennsylvania, the United States, and at various locations around the world. More »
What is the best center?
The BEST Center was formed in 2011 to bring together the campus-wide expertise in energy storage, foster collaboration, and provide a focal point for research and education activities. The expertise of Penn State researchers within the BEST Center spans from materials to cells to systems. These BEST researchers have made and continue to make significant and pioneering contributions to the most important aspects of energy storage technology. More »
