Council on Academic Computing
Meeting Summary
PittNet: Digital Video Services
Jay Graham and Brian Stengel
from Computing Services and Systems Development (CSSD) discussed the increasing
demand for digital video at the University.
Digital video is currently supported and used on an ad hoc basis. CSSD’s goal is to provide an efficient, University-wide platform
so that content can be created and delivered cheaply for distance learning, webcasting, university events, etc.
CSSD staff are addressing issues related to storage and
transmission of video; operational control of webcasting;
and ease of use of technology. They
currently are developing and integrating technology to support centralized video
storage and access, video-on-demand, and video conferencing capabilities. They also wish to integrate cable-related
technology with other video technologies and to support “rich content” media
presentations from the Center for Instructional Development and Distance Education.
In the future, video-on-demand will be available via PittNet TV. Viewers
will be able to access digital content via a program guide similar to those
available on cable TV c
The
Interdisciplinary
Modeling and Simulation Project
Dr. Klinzing is exploring the potential for
interdisciplinary collaboration in the area of modeling and simulation. He has identified a set of individuals who can
help him determine how the University can exploit its expertise in this area. These individuals will meet in the near
future.
Miscellaneous
Other issues were also addressed: