Applications
All computers of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture are equipped with the applications that are essential for studies.
ARTS Workstations
In addition to shared IT classes, Aalto ARTS offers a wide range of workstation environments, including various video editing units, 3D-modelling units, a colour-managed IT class and other special facilities.
A wide range of software can be installed in both IT classes and specialty rooms. Existing spaces can also be customized according to the needs of both hardware and software.
A wide range of software can be installed in both IT classes and specialty rooms. Existing spaces can also be customized according to the needs of both hardware and software.
News and current issues
Fixed: Bitwards mobile ID: issue with sign-in
Issue fixed at 10 on 26 May
Aalto AI Assistant available now to students - learn the features - AI Training coming soon
Ai.aalto.fi is now open for students. New features added: Document chats, save your chats etc.
Issue fixed: Major issue in Aalto's technical services on 12 February 2025
Update 12 Feb, 14:20: The issue has been fixed
Holiday breaks and special opening hours at Arts infra
Special opening hours and exceptions at Arts infra workshops.Aalto ARTS Workstation Environment
Computer classroom F001 (ARTS/Väre):
- Apple Mac mini workstations
- Software for photography, graphic design and basic video editing work (Adobe full suite, Resolve, etc.)
- Optimised for colour-managed working, i.e. the lighting and colouring of the space is controlled, enabling dependable colour perception
DIY printing F008 (ARTS/Väre):
- Windows and Apple machines
- A1 printer (self-service printing)
- A2 printers (self-service printing)
- A3 scanner
ARTS special workstations computer lab K103 (ARTS/Väre):
- Powerful Windows workstations
- Wacom Cintiq screens suitable for animation, graphic design and other visual work
Partly under construction. Drop-in computers (ARTS/Väre):
- Several freely available Windows workstations in the corridors of Väre (no booking required)
- A4 scanner with scanning capabilities for film (1st floor, outside P-block)
- A3 scanner with scanning capabilities for film (1st floor, outside Q-block)
- Please mind the information sheets on the scanners
Computer classrooms mainly taken care by Aalto ITS:
- Computer classes are available to students when there are no classes
- Väre: Windows workstations (L208, M101, R102)
- Väre: Apple Mac workstations (F001 and M102)
- Otakaari 1 - A-Wing: Windows workstations (A046 and A046a)
- Otakaari 1 - A-Wing: Apple Mac workstations (A034)
- Windows Aalto laptops
- Mac Aalto laptops
- Available for courses, reservations by staff
- Remember to reserve well in advance
More Detailed Information
Operational Needs
Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture workstations and facilities offer plenty of opportunities for a wide range of activities and needs.
Classrooms and facilities
The workstations of School of Arts, Design and Architecture are located in the classes and special facilities in Väre and Otakaari 1 A-wing.
Workstation team services
The services provided by the workstation team of School of Art and Design