2016–2017 Graduate Bulletin

2016–2017 GRADUATE BULLETIN Fall Semester (2161) Intersession (2163) 10-week Summer Session (2168) Rochester August 16 - 21 January 3 May 30 New Student Orientation Day, evening, and online classes begin Day, evening, and online classes begin First day of 7-day Add/Drop period† Institute of August 22 First day of 3-day Add/Drop period† Day, evening, and online classes begin January 5 June 3 Technology First day of 7-day Add/Drop period† Last day of 3-day Add/Drop† Saturday classes begin August 27 January 6 June 6 2016–17 Saturday classes begin First day to drop from classes with a Last day to Add/Drop classes† August 29 grade of W June 7 Last day of 7-day Add/Drop period† January 13 First day to drop from classes with a grade Academic of W August 30 Last day to drop from classes with a grade Calendar First day to drop from classes with a of W July 4 grade of W January 19 Independence Day (no classes); University closed September 5 Last day of classes July 21 Labor Day (no classes); January 20 Last day to drop from classes with a grade of W** University offices closed Final exams August 4 October 10 January 21 - 22 Last day, evening, and online classes Columbus Day (no classes); Break between Intersession and spring August 5 University offices open semester Last Saturday classes November 11 August 7, 8, 9, 10 Last day to drop from classes with a Final exams grade of W* † The Add/Drop period is the first seven Spring Semester (2165) August 14 class days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, November 23 Final grades due No classes; January 18 and holidays of fall and spring semesters. 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About This Bulletin Table of Contents Tis Graduate Bulletin does not constitute a contract between the University Calendar ...... inside cover university and its students on either a collective or individual basis. It represents RIT’s best academic, social, and fnancial planning at Graduate Education at RIT ...... 1 the time of publication. Course and curriculum changes, modifca- Programs of Study (HEGIS chart) ...... 4 tions of tuition, fees, dormitory, meal, and other charges, plus un- foreseen changes in other aspects of RIT life, sometimes occur afer Doctoral Study at RIT ...... 6 the Graduate Bulletin has been printed but before the changes can College of Applied Science and Technology ...... 8 be incorporated in a later edition of the same publication. Because of this, Rochester Institute of Technology does not assume a con- Saunders College of Business ...... 22 tractual obligation with its students for the contents of this Gradu- B. Tomas Golisano College of ate Bulletin. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values Computing and Information Sciences...... 35 diversity within its workforce and provides equal opportunity to all qualifed individuals regardless of race, color, creed, age, marital Kate Gleason College of Engineering ...... 53 status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, College of Health Sciences and Technology ...... 78 gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability. College of Imaging Arts and Sciences ...... 82 School of Individualized Study ...... 98 College of Liberal Arts ...... 102 National Technical Institute for the Deaf ...... 112 College of Science ...... 115 Golisano Institute for Sustainability ...... 142 Online Learning ...... 147 Graduate Admission ...... 148 Costs and Payment Procedures ...... 149 Financial Aid ...... 151 University Policies and Procedures ...... 153 Consumer Information ...... 157 Administration and Trustees ...... 158 Index ...... 162 Campus Map ...... inside back cover

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Choices More than 118,000 alumni worldwide include business, industry, RIT is one of the nation’s top comprehensive universities and and government leaders. Hundreds of top companies and govern- sets the national standard for career-oriented education in many ment agencies—from global giants to startup companies—rely on technological, scientifc, and professional areas of study. With more RIT as a source for flling full-time positions and providing on- than 90 graduate programs in high-growth and high-tech career going employee development. felds including business, computer science and information tech- Results nology, engineering, science, and art, RIT ofers the choices you RIT graduates are highly sought afer by companies of all sizes want in graduate education. in virtually every industry in the U.S. and abroad. More than 600 Graduate study options include master’s and doctoral degrees, companies visit RIT annually to recruit students, and employment as well as advanced graduate certifcates. RIT ofers several ways and advancement opportunities for our graduate students remain to obtain your graduate degree, including part-time study, evening strong. programs, online learning, accelerated executive education pro- Graduate students take advantage of government and industry- grams, and one-year master’s degree options. sponsored programs and research projects to broaden their Quality experience and increase their visibility with potential employers. RIT is chartered by the legislature of the state of New York, and Research projects and experiential education ofen result in perma- is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and nent employment ofers and opportunities for our graduates. Some Schools. In addition, many of our individual programs and depart- of our graduate students currently work for such companies as ments have professional accreditation from business and industry Amazon, Boeing, Fisher Price, Google, Johnson & Johnson, Micro- organizations. sof, NASA, Toyota, and Xerox. At RIT, you’ll interact with faculty members who have extensive You want a degree that will be recognized and valued in today’s teaching experience and are internationally respected for their con- competitive marketplace, and RIT delivers. tributions in their professional felds. RIT enrolls more than 18,000 students from across the United States and 100 countries. Selected faculty and student awards, honors, and partnerships • Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Grants • Edmund S. Muskie Fellows • Excellence in Engineering Education Award • Ford Foundation Grants • Fulbright Scholars • National Endowment for the Humanities Awards • National GEM Fellows • National Science Foundation Awards • New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship • Pulitzer Prizes • Ronald McNair Scholars • Student Academy Awards Reputation Fueled by signifcant support from government, industry, and private donors, RIT ofers a unique, career-oriented graduate education tailored to meet your individual needs. RIT is among the 15 largest private universities in the United States and is consistently recognized by leading college guides, industry publications, and the media. RIT has been cited by U.S. News & World Report as the most comprehensive university in the north for academic reputation. Graduate Education at RIT

Message from the Dean of Graduate Studies Te graduate learning experience at RIT is focused and intensive. RIT graduate programs provide a conceptual structure and organization of knowledge in the chosen subject—an understanding essential to leading technological change in the professions. Tey also build an educational base for life-long learning and for the generation of new knowledge and new insights through research. Te programs themselves are centered in felds that combine both theoretical knowledge and practical applications, especially those which can provide the graduate with a unique niche in the marketplace. Tesis topics ofen relate directly to situational concerns, rather than theoretical discourse. Many programs require a thesis or project, and encourage other avenues for professional experience, such as cooperative education and internships in government and industry. Students ofen use employers as primary sources for research and special projects. Tis application-oriented approach attracts faculty who value problem-solving skills in students. Whether a thesis, project, or professional portfolio is required of them, our students are encouraged to incorporate both independent study and experiential learning into their programs. Graduate students RIT, founded in 1829, is a privately endowed university also may assist in undergraduate education, as teaching, research, in suburban Rochester, NY. It is comprised of nine colleges or laboratory assistants. and two degree-granting units: A philosophy supported by campus resources College of Applied Science and Technology RIT’s international reputation as an applied technological Saunders College of Business university with a unique connection to the arts and humanities gives graduate students the advantage of working with B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing sophisticated technology and in laboratories found on and and Information Sciences of campus. For example, students in microelectronic engineering Kate Gleason College of Engineering have access to clean-room facilities that meet industry standards. College of Health Sciences and Technology Students majoring in computer graphics design access digital media using a variety of systems and sofware, including College of Imaging Arts and Sciences Macintosh, IBM, Silicon Graphics, and Media 100 digital video School of Individualized Study editing. Our telecommunications technology workstations have College of Liberal Arts been donated by an industry eager to hire students experienced with equipment used in their own laboratories. National Technical Institute for the Deaf Technology also has brought together students in design, crafs, College of Science photography, and printing. In RIT’s Electronic Still Photography Laboratory, these disciplines have merged through electronics. Golisano Institute For Sustainability Regardless of the program, RIT encourages and promotes technological innovation in all areas. For additional information, contact us at: Rochester Institute of Technology Specialized and diverse programs Ofce of Graduate Enrollment Services While technology is integral to all graduate programs, the essence 58 Lomb Memorial Drive of RIT graduate education is found in the diversity of programs, Rochester, NY 14623-5604 course oferings, and learning options. Our reputation as an (585) 475-2229 advanced university is matched by our commitment to ofering [email protected] | rit.edu/grad programs designed to meet the specialized needs of employers.

Graduate Bulletin 1 Graduate Education at RIT

A dozen international corporations—including Eastman dimensions of human knowledge and civilization are valued, Kodak Co., Konica, Agfa Gevaert, Xerox Corp., and Fuji Photo cultivated, and applied. Film Co.—have sponsored the building of laboratories in the Troughout its history, the university has been at the forefront Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science, which houses the in preparing students for professional careers in the STEM nation’s most comprehensive imaging science programs. Enriched disciplines (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). by the perspective provided by the National Technical Institute for RIT structures itself as an educational resource for all who the Deaf, one of RIT’s colleges, we ofer full access to deaf and hard- seek to be competent and enthusiastic lifelong learners, whether of-hearing students seeking graduate-level academic programs. they are young adults or professionals seeking to upgrade Across campus, graduate students engage in exciting research their skills by studying for an advanced degree. Our goal is and stimulating dialogues with faculty and such distinguished that all graduates will understand the ethical, humanitarian, visitors as George Bush, Bill Clinton, Joe Torre, Jesse Jackson, and aesthetic challenges of a diverse workplace and an Maya Angelou, Annie Leibovitz, Jerry Uelsmann, Cornel West, inter national community. and Greg Heisler. Saunders College of Business draws prominent Te university’s educational philosophy emphasizes not only fgures from the business world—including U.S. Steel CEO theory—the natural foundation of knowledge—but also the practi- Tomas Usher and Robert Bartley, editor and vice president cal workplace application of theories. Tis dual emphasis is prized of Te Wall Street Journal—through the William D. Gasser by employers and ofers graduates upward career mobility and the Distinguished Lectureship in Business. fexibility for changes in career direction. Another asset of an RIT Te university continues to receive international recognition for education is cooperative education, ofering students in selected the quality of its graduate programs. In a recent ranking of national programs the opportunity for paid, professional work experience photography programs, U.S. News & World Report named RIT’s School while completing their degrees. of Photographic Arts and Sciences in the top fve. Tis publication has also consistently ranked RIT in the top 20 in its master of fne History of graduate education arts category. Starting in 1955 with the master of fne arts degree, RIT continually has created new graduate programs to meet employers’ and Convenient and fexible programs students’ requests for education in particular functional areas. RIT’s diversity also extends to the manner in which courses When surveys in the 1960s indicated the need for sophisticated and programs are scheduled. Many of our graduate programs statistical knowledge, a master of science degree in applied and are available on a part-time, online, or evening basis and are mathematical statistics was created. More recently, the Golisano designed for working professionals. Examples of programs Institute for Sustainability began doctoral and master’s degrees in ofered through online learning include networking and systems sustainability. Other graduate programs have taken similar routes, administration; environmental, health and safety management; and all nine RIT colleges exhibit continuous concern for the emerg- telecommunications engineering technology; imaging science; ing needs of the business, industrial, and scholarly communities. microelectronics manufacturing engineering; and health systems To support RIT’s continuing endeavor to provide education in administration. Tese programs allow students access to an RIT emerging career felds, the university has seven doctoral programs education without attending classes on campus. in the felds of astrophysical sciences and technology, color science, In addition, RIT’s executive MBA program ofers professionals computing and information sciences, engineering, imaging science, an opportunity to earn a master’s degree by studying on campus micro systems engineering, and sustainability. Tese degrees are seven Friday and Saturday, every other week, or through online of more than 90 graduate degrees now ofered by the university. learning. Professionals from California to England visit RIT every year for executive leader master’s degree programs in service Sponsored research projects management, hospitality and tourism management, health systems Externally sponsored projects are a vital and integral component admin istration, and packaging science, which combine on-campus of RIT’s educational and research activity. Faculty and students residencies with classes using distance-learning technology. undertake sponsored projects for a variety of important reasons: to add to the body of knowledge, for professional development, The RIT philosophy and mission and to strengthen academic programs. Sponsored projects RIT’s mission is the education of men and women for work and life enhance the university’s academic programs, broaden its research in a democratic, inclusive, and global society. It is integral to the resources, provide opportunities for student participation in university’s mission to be a dynamic center of higher education— research, strengthen university-industrial partnerships, and one in which technology, the arts and sciences, and other serve the wider community.

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Moreover, grants and contracts enhance existing resources and provide new opportunities for faculty, staf, and students. External funding comes from federal and state agencies, private foundations, and corporations. RIT’s major sponsors include the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, the U.S. Department of Education, the Department of Defense, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and New York state. Additional information is available through the Ofce of Sponsored Research Services at (585) 475-7985, [email protected], or on their website at rit.edu/research.

Accreditation RIT is chartered by the New York state legislature and accredited by:

Te Commission on Higher Education Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools 3624 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680 (215) 662-5606

and

New York State Education Department Ofce of College and University Evaluation 5 North Mezzanine Albany, NY 12234 (518) 474-2593

In addition to institutional accreditation, many of RIT’s academic programs have been granted accreditation by appropriate professional accreditation bodies. Where applicable, specifc mention of accreditation is included in program descriptions. Students wishing to review documents describing accreditation should contact the Ofce of the Vice President for Academic Afairs. Te Graduate Bulletin provides comprehensive information on all graduate programs at RIT. I encourage you to explore its contents to fnd the educational and research opportunities you seek. I look forward to welcoming you to our campus, and wish you success in your chosen program of study.

Hector E. Flores Dean, Graduate Studies

Graduate Bulletin 3 Degree and HEGIS Code Graduate Programs of Study Adv. Cert Ph.D. MBA ME MFA MS MST M. Arch Page # Art, Crafts, Design, and Visual Communications Architecture Institute for Sustainability 0202 143 Art Education (Visual Art–All Grades) Imaging Arts and Sciences 0831 89 Ceramics Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 54 Film and Animation Imaging Arts and Sciences 1010 92 Fine Arts Studio Imaging Arts and Sciences 1002 88 Furniture Design Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 85 Glass Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 86 Imaging Arts Imaging Arts and Sciences 1011 94 Industrial Design Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 89 Medical Illustration Health Sciences and Technology 1299 80 Metals and Jewelry Design Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 87 Non-toxic Printmaking Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 88 Print Media Imaging Arts and Sciences 0699 91 Visual Communication Design Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 90 Business, Management, and Communication Accounting Business 0502 23 Business Administration–Executive Business 0506 24 Business Administration–Online Executive Business 0506 25 Business Administration–Traditional Business 0506 26 Communication and Digital Media Liberal Arts 0605 103 Communication and Media Technologies Liberal Arts 0605.00 103 Computational Finance Business 0504 30 Engineering Management Engineering 0913 60 Entrepreneurship and Innovative Ventures Business 0506 31 Environmental, Health and Safety Management Applied Science and Technology 0420 9 Finance Business 0504 31 Health Care Finance Health Sciences and Technology 1202 79 Health Care Interpretation National Technical Institute for the Deaf 1199.00 112 Health Systems Administration Health Sciences and Technology 1202 79 Hospitality and Tourism Management Applied Science and Technology 0510.1 15 Human Resource Development Applied Science and Technology 0515 16 Management Business 0513 32 Manufacturing Leadership Engineering 0599 63 Organizational Learning Applied Science and Technology 0515 17 Product Development Engineering 0599 70 Project Management Individualized Study 100 Service Leadership and Innovation Applied Science and Technology 0599 18,19 Training, Design and Assessment Applied Science and Technology 0515 19 Computing and Information Sciences Big Data Analytics Computing and Information Sciences 36 Bioinformatics Science 0499 126 Computer Engineering Engineering 0999 55 Computer Science Computing and Information Sciences 0701 37 Computing and Information Sciences Computing and Information Sciences 1701 39 Computing Security Computing and Information Sciences 0799 41 Game Design and Development Computing and Information Sciences 0799 42 Human-Computer Interaction Computing and Information Sciences 0799 43 Information Assurance Computing and Information Sciences 0799 45 Information Sciences and Technologies Computing and Information Sciences 0699 45 Networking and System Administration Computing and Information Sciences 0702 47 Networking, Planning and Design Computing and Information Sciences 48 Software Engineering Computing and Information Sciences 0999 49 Visual Communication Design Imaging Arts and Sciences 1009 90 Web Development Computing and Information Sciences 0699 50 Engineering and Engineering Technology Architecture Institute for Sustainability 0202 143 Computer Engineering Engineering 0999 55 Electrical Engineering Engineering 0909 57 Engineering Engineering 0901 59 Engineering Management Engineering 0913 60 Industrial and Systems Engineering Engineering 0913 0913 61 Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration Applied Science and Technology 0913 10 Manufacturing Leadership Engineering 0599 63 Materials Science and Engineering Science 0915 117,119 Mechanical Engineering Engineering 0910 0910 64,65 Microelectronic Engineering Engineering 0999 66 Microelectronics Manufacturing Engineering Engineering 0999 67 Microsystems Engineering Engineering 0999 68 * Online learning option available. † Executive education option available.

4 Graduate Bulletin Degree and HEGIS Code Graduate Programs of Study Adv. Cert Ph.D. MBA ME MFA MS MST M. Arch Page # Packaging Science Applied Science and Technology 4999 12 Product Development Engineering 0599 70 Software Engineering Computing and Information Sciences 0999 49 Sustainable Engineering Engineering 0999 0999 71,72 Sustainable Systems Institute for Sustainability 4904 145 Telecommunications Engineering Technology Applied Science and Technology 0925 13 Vibrations Engineering 0910 73 Health Sciences Health Care Finance Health Sciences and Technology 1202 79 Health Care Interpretation National Technical Institute for the Deaf 1199.00 112 Health Systems Administration Health Sciences and Technology 1202 79 Medical Illustration Health Sciences and Technology 1299 80 Multidisciplinary Professional Studies Individualized Study 4999 98 Science, Mathematics, and Imaging Science Applied and Computational Mathematics Science 1799 128 Applied Statistics Science 1702 130 Astrophysical Sciences and Technology Science 1912 1912 131,133 Bioinformatics Science 0499 126 Chemistry Science 1905 115 Color Science Science 1999.20 1099.20 120,122 Environmental Science Science 0420 127 Environmental, Health and Safety Management Applied Science and Technology 0420 9 Imaging Science Science 1999.20 1999.20 123,125 Lean Six Sigma Engineering 1702 62 Materials Science and Engineering Science 0915 117,119 Sustainability Institute for Sustainability 4904 144 Sustainable Systems Institute for Sustainability 4904 145 Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education Art Education (Visual Art–All Grades) Imaging Arts and Sciences 0831 89 Communication and Digital Media Liberal Arts 0605 103 Communication and Media Technologies Liberal Arts 0605.00 103 Criminal Justice Liberal Arts 2209 105 Engineering Psychology Liberal Arts 2099 106 Environmental Science Science 0420 127 Environmental, Health and Safety Management Applied Science and Technology 0420 9 Experimental Psychology Liberal Arts 2099 107 Human Resource Development Applied Science and Technology 0515 16 Professional Studies Center for Multidisciplinary Studies 4999 98 School Psychology Liberal Arts 0826.02 108 Science, Technology and Public Policy Liberal Arts 2102 109 Secondary Education of Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing National Technical Institute for the Deaf 0803 113 Sustainability and Architecture Architecture Institute for Sustainability 0202 143 Sustainability Institute for Sustainability 4904 144 Sustainable Engineering Engineering 0999 0999 71,72 Sustainable Systems Institute for Sustainability 4904 145 * Online learning option available. † Executive education option available.

Graduate Bulletin 5 Doctoral Study at RIT

Doctoral programs at RIT are multidisciplinary, cutting-edge, and physics, and instrument and detector development. Tis doctoral unique. Our highly interdisciplinary programs were developed out program not only focuses on discovery and analysis, but also on of RIT’s unique areas of strengths in imaging, computing, science, the development of the technologies—including the instruments, engineering, and sustainability. Our long history of providing analysis, and modeling techniques—that will enable the next major education focused on emerging technologies has led to the strides in astrophysics. development of doctorate level programs that draw upon our Color science: Color science is defned as the understanding and expertise and experience in these dynamic disciplines of study. quantifcation of color and its perception. It is used in the design Our seven doctorate programs focus on the discovery and and production of most man-made materials including textiles, application of technology to solve problems in society. Te inter- paints, and plastics, and to specify the properties of diverse natural disciplinary nature of the programs means students will work materials such as skin, plants, and soil. It also provides the scientifc alongside more than 100 Ph.D. faculty members who are experts foundation for color imaging and has enabled advances in digital in a wide range of felds that are infuenced by imaging, computing, photography, electronic display systems, and color printing. Te science, engineering, and sustainability. degree program revolves around the activities of the Munsell Color Science Laboratory, the pre-eminent academic laboratory in the Doctoral programs of study U.S. devoted to the study of color science. For more than 30 years RIT ofers seven doctoral degrees in areas where RIT shares nation- its faculty and staf have educated students and conducted cutting- al and international recognition. Our programs are cross-college edge research in the feld. Since the inception of the program, collaborations that support interdisciplinary research. graduates have been in high demand and enjoy a 100 percent Astrophysical sciences and technology: Students in the placement rate in industrial and academic positions. astro physical sciences and technology program will experience Computing and information sciences: Tis use-inspired basic a comprehensive curriculum and a broad range of research research degree is designed to produce independent scholars, opportunities that span forefront topics, such as supermassive well-prepared educators, and cutting-edge researchers poised to black holes, dark energy, gravitational waves, supernovae, massive excel in their work within interdisciplinary environments and stars, the Galactic center, star formation, clusters of galaxies, industries. Te degree highlights two of the most unique character- Active Galactic Nuclei, astro-informatics, computational astro- istics of the Golisano College—the breadth of its program oferings and its scholarly focus on discovering solutions to real-world problems by balancing theory and practice. Te program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of cyberinfrastructure as applied to specifc problems across multiple domains. It is a blend of the intra-disciplinary computing knowledge areas and interdisciplinary domain areas. Engineering: Te doctorate program in engineering prepares the next generation of engineering leaders to tackle some of the most daunting and complex problems facing our society. Te program’s goal is to produce engineering graduates who are subject matter experts in a knowledge domain within an engineering discipline. Instead of restricting graduates to individual engineering felds (e.g., chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical, etc.) the program provides students with the fexibility to become subject matter experts and engineering innovators in an open- architecture environment, fostering intellectual growth along both interdisciplinary pathways and within the bounds of conventional engineering disciplines. With this approach, the program develops world-class researchers who can capitalize on the most promising discoveries and innovations, regardless of their origin within the engineering feld, to develop interdisciplinary solutions for real- world challenges. Imaging science: Imaging was named one of the top twenty engineering achievements of the 20th Century by the National

6 Graduate Bulletin Academies. Imaging has transformed our ability to see RIT Research Centers and Organizations and understand a range of phenomena, keeping us healthy, RIT is home to more than 50 interdisciplinary research centers, protecting our security, monitoring the earth, exploring the institutes, and organizations that bring together faculty and universe, uncovering and preserving our heritage, enhancing students from across the university. Tese entities explore a wide communication, and facilitating our every day lives. Te imaging range of topics and cover everything from business and entrepre- science doctoral program is designed to provide a fundamental un- neurship to biomedical sciences, nanolithography, printing, social derstanding of the physical, electro-optical, mathematical, compu- computing, remanufacturing, microsystems fabrication, environ- tational, perceptual and statistical foundations of imaging science mental sustainability, and visual perception. that are necessary to create, optimize, and apply imaging systems. Microsystems engineering: Te integration of entire systems into • Analog Devices Integrated Microsystems Laboratory • Astrophysics Science and Technology micron-scale devices and the sensing technology to interface these • Biomedical Imaging/MRI devices to the real world is the core emphasis of the microsystems • Biomedical Imaging/Ultrasound engineering doctoral program. Tese systems are at the core of • Center for Advanced Device Research the next generation of technology. Within the past decade, micro- • Center for Advancing the Study of Cyberinfrastructure systems (micro-optical, micro-electrical, and micro-mechanical • Center for Applied and Computational Math • Center for Biosciences Education and Technology systems) have emerged as a critical technology worldwide and this • Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation dynamic feld is positioned for outstanding growth in the future. • Center for Education Research Partnerships Sustainability: Te frst program in the world to focus on sustain- • Center for Electronic Manufacturing and Assembly able production, the doctorate in sustainability focuses on sustain- • Center for Excellence in Lean Enterprise able production systems—systems that create goods and services • Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship using processes that are non-polluting; conserving of energy and • Center for Integrated Manufacturing Studies • Center for Nanolithography Research natural resources; economically viable; and safe and healthful for • Center for Quality and Applied Statistics workers, communities, and consumers. Tis program also serves to • Center on Access Technology advance research and education in alternative-energy development, • Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science sustainable design, green product development, industrial ecology, • Digital Imaging and Remote Sensing Laboratory and pollution prevention. • Image Permanence Institute • Imaging Products Laboratory • International Center for Hearing and Speech Research Leaders in research • IT Collaboratory Research is a driving force in the university, engaging more • Laboratory for Advanced Communication Technology than 2,700 students in hands-on research opportunities in • Laboratory for Computer-Human Interaction each of our colleges. Tese opportunities combine classroom • Laboratory for Digital Image Restoration • Laboratory for Environmental Computing and Decision Making learning with laboratory discovery, which enhances each student’s • Laboratory for Graphical Simulation, Visualization and Virtual Worlds education and builds powerful skills that are applicable in a wide • Laboratory for Intelligent Systems range of career paths. • Laboratory for Printing Materials and Process At the core of our doctoral programs is a focus on research, • Laboratory for Social Computing which is intensive and demanding. It is this successful resolution • Laboratory for Wireless Networks and Security of societal problems that leads to deep professional and personal • Manufacturing Technologies Program • Multidisciplinary Vision Research Laboratory fulfllment as new discoveries are made and applications are • Munsell Color Science Laboratory developed. Ph.D. students from a range of academic backgrounds • NanoPower Research Laboratory work with world-renowned faculty who are leaders in their felds • National Center for Remanufacturing and Resource Recovery of study. A focus on teamwork, research, and the intersection • Print Research and Imaging Systems Modeling Laboratory of the disciplines gives students the opportunity to collaborate • Printing Applications Laboratory • Printing Industry Education Program with others, share ideas, and develop innovative solutions using • Research and Teacher Education Center emerging technologies. • RF/Analog Mixed Signal Laboratory We build on our strengths when creating doctoral programs, • RIT Venture Creations Incubator emphasize research across disciplines, and rely on our inter- • Semiconductor and Microsystems Fabrication Laboratory disciplinary faculty to produce the next generation of educators • Sloan Printing Industry Center • Sustainable Systems Research Center and researchers with the ability to develop solutions to real • Systems Modernization and Sustainment Center world problems. • Termal Analysis and Microfuidics Laboratory

Graduate Bulletin 7 College of Applied Science and Technology S. Manian Ramkumar, Interim Dean rit.edu/cast

mation regarding specifc admission criteria. For general graduate Programs of Study admission information, please refer to the Admission section of this bulletin.

Master of Science degrees in: Page Financial aid and scholarship Environmental, Health, and 9 Please refer to the Financial Aid and Scholarship section of this Safety Management bulletin for information regarding fnancial aid, scholarships, grants, loans, and graduate assistantships. Hospitality and Tourism Management 15 Human Resource Development 16 Faculty Concentrations available in: global HRD, The college’s faculty bring a unique blend of academic credentials, organizational learning, and training scholarship, and signifcant industrial experience into the and development. classroom. Ongoing participation as professional consultants Manufacturing and Mechanical 10 and researchers allows them to integrate the latest innovations, Systems Integration theories, and content into their classes. This blend creates a Concentrations available in: automated learning environment where both theoretical knowledge and manufacturing,electronics packaging, application are important. management systems, product development, and quality management. Facilities Packaging Science 12 The college’s facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories in Service Leadership and Innovation 18 support of courses that address current and future applications Concentrations available in: engineering in the areas of electrical, computer, and telecommunications engi- services and service systems. neering technology; manufacturing and mechanical engineering Telecommunications 13 technology; and packaging science. In addition to laboratories in Engineering Technology computer networking and telecommunications, the college also offers a circuits studio, and mechanics and materials labs. The Center for Integrated Manufacturing Studies gives graduate Advanced Certifcates in: students the opportunity to test new technologies for actual Organizational Learning 17 companies seeking solutions to real problems. Continual upgrades Service Leadership and Innovation 19 to our computer laboratories mean we have technology that is considered the industry standard. Training, Design and Assessment 19 Most importantly, the academic leadership of our programs is world-renowned. In addition, our close ties to business and industry mean our course content is relevant and practical for Online learning option available. tomorrow’s managers, whether they oversee computer-integrated manufacturing or a resort hotel. Graduates are eagerly sought out by employers. We have a high placement rate that assures graduates can pick the best positions for their personal and professional development.

The diverse, graduate-level programs offered by the College Study options of Applied Science and Technology represent RIT’s commit- Most graduate programs offer a variety of study options, including ment to curricular innovation, program fexibility, and full-time, part-time, and online study. Please refer to each indi- academic rigor. The college is committed to advancing the vidual program for specifc information regarding these options. state of the education we provide through research, the latest uses of technology, and current management theories and educational philosophies.

Admission requirements Each college makes all decisions regarding graduate admission. Please refer to the individual program descriptions for infor-

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School of Engineering Technology Curriculum

Environmental, health and safety management (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence Environmental, Health and Safety COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Management, MS GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 ESHS-720 EHS Management 3 rit.edu/cast/cetems/ms-environmental-health-safety-management ESHS-740 EHS Management System Design 3 Joseph Rosenbeck, Graduate Program Director ESHS-755 Corporate Social Responsibility 3 (585) 475-6469, [email protected] ESHS-760 Integrating EHS Management 3 ESHS-780 EHS Internal Auditing 3 Professional Electives 6 Program overview ESHS-790 Thesis 3 Total Semester Credit Hours 30 Management of environmental, health and safety issues has changed sig- nifcantly in the past twenty years. Te emergence of voluntary standards Environmental, health and safety management (graduate project and codes of conduct, including international standards, coupled with option), MS degree, typical course sequence the need to manage costs and limited resources has resulted in a trend to COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS move beyond regulatory compliance. Now, companies work toward sus- GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 tainability through the use of integrated environmental, health and safety ESHS-720 EHS Management 3 management systems, which are woven into key business processes. ESHS-740 EHS Management System Design 3 ESHS-755 Corporate Social Responsibility 3 Although they are distinct disciplines, environmental management, ESHS-760 Integrating EHS Management 3 occupational health, and workplace safety share many technical, regula- ESHS-780 EHS Internal Auditing 3 tory, and organizational characteristics. Today’s professionals now need Professional Electives 9 ESHS-797 Graduate Project 3 to be educated in all three areas. Total Semester Credit Hours 30 Graduates are employed by Fortune 100 companies, environmental, health and safety consultancies, universities, and government agencies Environmental, health and safety management (comprehensive such as the EPA, OSHA, and NYSDEC. exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence Plan of study COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Te MS degree in environmental, health and safety management provides GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 ESHS-720 EHS Management 3 students with a solid foundation in the managerial aspects of developing ESHS-740 EHS Management System Design 3 and implementing environmental, health and safety management sys- ESHS-755 Corporate Social Responsibility 3 ESHS-760 Integrating EHS Management 3 tems that can move organizations toward a more sustainable and socially ESHS-780 EHS Internal Auditing 3 responsible future. In addition, students gain a solid technical foundation Professional Electives 12 in air emissions, wastewater, solid and hazardous waste, occupational ESHS-795 Comprehensive Exam 0 safety and occupational health (industrial hygiene). Elements of sustain- Total Semester Credit Hours 30 ability are integrated into most of the core courses and some electives Te program consists of 33 credit hours and may be completed entire- Admission requirements ly through online learning, or via a combination of online and traditional on-campus courses. Te curriculum consists of core courses, professional To be considered for admission to the MS program in environmental, electives, and a choice of a graduate thesis, project, or exam. health and safety management, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: Professional electives • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college, Professional electives are subject to availability and include Fire Protec- • Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (B) over tion, Occupational Health, Solid and Hazardous Waste Management, the junior- and senior-level years; Industrial Wastewater Management, Air Emissions Management, Occu- • Have completed at least 9 semester hours of college-level course work pational Safety, Mechanical and Electrical Controls and Standards, EHS in the sciences, with at least 3 semester credit hours in each of the fol- Law, EHS Accounting and Finance, EHS Project Management, and Orga- lowing categories: chemistry, biology, and physics. nizational Behavior and Leadership. Additional professional electives are • Submit two professional recommendations, available in topics such as business management, quality, sustainability, • Submit two writing samples to demonstrate written and other areas. communication skills, • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, • Submit a clearly written one-page statement of purpose, • Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae, and • Complete a graduate application • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A minimum score of 570 (paper-based) or 88 (Internet- based) is required. Scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) will be accepted in place of the TOEFL exam. Minimum acceptable scores will vary; however, the absolute minimum

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score for an unconditional acceptance is 6.5. It is recommended that Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems international students begin the program in the fall semester. Applicants with acceptable professional certifcation(s) and/or work Integration, MS experience may have pre-requisite science course work waived. rit.edu/cast/mmetps/graduate-programs/ms-in-manufacturing-and- Applicants without formal academic training or documented experi- mechanical-systems-integration ence in air emmisions, waste water, solid and hazardous waste, occupa- James H. Lee, PE, PhD, Program Director for Graduate Studies tional health, or occupational safety may be required to take professional and Research electives in these areas. Students without related work experience may (585) 475-2899, [email protected] complete a graduate cooperative education placement during their program of study. Program overview Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required; however, applicants may submit test scores to support their candidacy. Te master of science in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration is a multidisciplinary degree designed for individuals who wish Additional information to achieve competence in mechanical or manufacturing engineering through an applied course of study. Highlights of the program include Transfer credit foundation courses in engineering, business practices, and management With the permission of the department, relevant graduate course work functions found in many manufacturing enterprises. Students select an may be transferred into the program, per the maximum number of credit area of concentrated study, and a thesis, capstone, or comprehensive hours allowed. exam. Concentrations consisting of a three-course sequence are available in product design, automation, quality, or electronics manufacturing. International students Te program is ofered by the department of manufacturing and me- International students enrolled in courses at the RIT campus are required chanical engineering technology in collaboration with Saunders College to take at least two traditional classroom courses and one or two online of Business and the industrial and systems engineering department and courses per semester. In addition, international students are solely the Center for Quality and Applied Statistics within the Kate Gleason responsible for meeting the requirements of their government and other College of Engineering. sponsors, as applicable. Plan of study Te program consists of 36 semester credit hours and is comprised of core courses, a concentration, electives, and a capstone project, thesis, or comprehensive exam. Students may be required to take additional prerequisite courses depending on their background and the concentration they select. Te graduate director may approve the waiver of courses in the prerequisite group from graduation requirements, depending on a students’ academic and employment background. Full-time students are eligible for two co-op blocks (three months for each block) afer completing two semesters of study. Electives Students in the thesis option must complete one elective. Students in the capstone project option must complete two electives. Students choosing the comprehensive examination option must complete three electives. Courses selected to fulfll elective requirements must be any course from another MMET program concentration, any course outside the concentration or a graduate course from another graduate program (if approved by the graduate director and faculty member teaching the course), or any independent study course if approved by the student’s program director. Curriculum

Manufacturing and mechanical systems integration (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS First Year MFET-650 Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems 3 Fundamentals CQAS-670 Designing Experiments for Process Improvement 3 GRCS-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 Concentration Courses 6 CQAS-682 Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals 3 ACCT-703 Accounting for Decision Makers 3 MFET-788 Thesis Planning 3

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COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Admission requirements Second Year DECS-744 Project Management 3 To be considered for admission to the MS program in manufacturing Concentration Course 3 MFET-790 Thesis 3 and mechanical systems integration, candidates must fulfll the following Total Semester Credit Hours 36 requirements: • Hold a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institu- Manufacturing and mechanical systems integration (capstone tion in the feld of engineering, engineering technology, or computing. project option), MS degree, typical course sequence Students with degrees in other disciplines will be considered on an COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS individual basis. • Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Applicants with a lower First Year MFET-650 Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems 3 GPA will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may be admitted Fundamentals on a probationary basis. Tese students will have to secure a B or CQAS-670 Designing Experiments for Process Improvement 3 GRCS-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 better average in the frst three graduate courses to be considered for GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 full admission. Concentration Courses 6 CQAS-682 Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals 3 • Have completed college level course work in computer programming ACCT-703 Accounting for Decision makers 3 and probability and statistics. Second Year • Submit two professional recommendations. DECS-744 Project Management 3 • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed Concentration Course 3 Elective 3 undergraduate and graduate course work. Choose one of the following: 3 • Submit a clearly written, one-page statement of purpose. MFET-797 Capstone Project CQAS-683 Lean Six Sigma Project • Complete a graduate application. Total Semester Credit Hours 36 • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language Manufacturing and mechanical systems integration (TOEFL). A minimum score of 550 (paper-based) or 79-80 (Internet- (comprehensive exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence based) is required. International applicants must also submit scores COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). A score of 1,200 (V&Q) and an analytical writing score of 3.5 or higher are required. Applicants First Year MFET-650 Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems 3 with low GRE scores may be admitted conditionally; but may be Fundamentals required to take additional English language tests and, if required, CQAS-670 Designing Experiments for Process Improvement 3 GRCS-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 English language courses along with a reduced program course load. GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 CQAS-682 Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals 3 ACCT-703 Accounting for Decision Makers 3 Concentration Courses 6 Second Year DECS-744 Project Management 3 Concentration Course 3 Electives 6 MFET-795 Comprehensive Examination 0 Total Semester Credit Hours 36

Concentrations COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Automated manufacturing ISEE-710 Systems Simulation 3 MFET-670 Manufacturing Automation Controls 3 MFET-685 Robots and CNC in Integrated Manufacturing 3 Electronics packaging MFET-655 Electronics Packaging Fundamentals 3 MFET-765 Advanced Concepts in Electronics Packaging 3 TCET-740 Fiber Optics Telecommunications Technology 3 Management systems MGMT-740 Organizational Behavior and Leadership 3 MGMT-742 Technology Management 3 Operations and Supply Chain Management 3 Product development MCET-620 Robust Design and Production Systems 3 MCET-670 Concept Design and Critical Parameter Management 3 MCET-720 Product and Production System Development and 3 Integration Quality management CQAS-621 Statistical Quality Control 3 CQAS-741 Regression Analysis 3 MCET-620 Robust Design 3

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Packaging Science, MS Curriculum rit.edu/cast/packaging/ms-packaging-science Packaging science (research thesis option), MS degree, typical Deanna Jacobs, Graduate Program Director course sequence (585) 475-6801, [email protected] COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS First Year Program overview GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 PACK-742 Distribution Systems 3 Te MS degree in packaging science is designed to meet the needs of GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 professionals who are employed in the feld or students who wish to pur- PACK-730 Packaging and the Environment 3 PACK-763 Packaging for End Use 3 sue a graduate program immediately upon earning a bachelor’s degree. Packaging Electives 9 Plan of study Second Year PACK-783 Advanced Packaging Dynamics 3 Te program requires the completion of 36 credit hours comprised of six Packaging Elective 3 required core courses, elective courses, plus a thesis or project. Faculty PACK-790 Research Thesis 6 advisers assist students in selecting the thesis or project option and the Total Semester Credit Hours 36 corresponding plan of study is approved by the graduate program chair. Packaging science (graduate project option), MS degree, typical Elective courses course sequence All elective courses are approved by the student’s adviser and must meet COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS degree requirements. In certain circumstances, with pre-approval by the First Year graduate adviser and where individual need indicates appropriateness, GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 a limited number of upper-level undergraduate courses may be used PACK-742 Distribution Systems 3 PACK-730 Packaging and the Environment 3 to fulfll elective credit. Students, with adviser permission, may include PACK-763 Packaging for End Use 3 independent study as part of their elective credits. However, independent Packaging Electives 12 study may not be used toward the required packaging core course work. Second Year Courses selected for elective credit can be combined to create special PACK-783 Advanced Packaging Dynamics 3 Packaging Electives 6 areas of focus with program chair approval. PACK-797 Graduate Project 3 Thesis/Project/Comprehensive Exam Total Semester Credit Hours 36 Te thesis option requires 6 credit hours and develops and tests a hy- Packaging science (comprehensive exam option), MS degree, pothesis by scientifc method and is grounded in a theoretical frame- typical course sequence work. Individuals who can capture, interpret, and apply information by this method can add value to their roles as contributors in the workplace. COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Te thesis option is for students seeking to pursue careers that ofer a First Year GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 greater opportunity for further research or advanced study in the feld of PACK-742 Distribution Systems 3 packaging science. It is meant to provide depth of study, emphasizing the PACK-730 Packaging and the Environment 3 PACK-763 Packaging for End Use 3 research process. Te thesis option is by invitation only. Packaging Electives 12 Te project option is 3 credit hours and has a practical, application- Second Year oriented grounding in literature. It is considered secondary research or PACK-783 Advanced Packaging Dynamics 3 the compilation of existing information presented in a new way. Te Packaging Electives 9 PACK-795 Comprehensive Exam 0 project option is for students who desire advanced study in packaging Total Semester Credit Hours 36 science, but who do not intend to pursue a research career or further studies beyond the master’s level. Students choosing the project option are required to complete one additional elective course. Admission requirements Te comprehensive exam option is 0 credit hours and allows students To be considered for admission to the MS program in packaging science, to complete an exam in place of a thesis or project. Students who choose candidates must fulfll the following requirements: this option take two additional elective courses. • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, Te student’s graduate committee makes the fnal decision regarding • Have a minimum 3.0 (B) grade point average in their fnal two years of the proposal idea and whether it meets the program’s requirements as a undergraduate course work, graduate project or thesis; or if a student is best served by completing the • Submit two letters of recommendation, comprehensive exam. • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) from all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, and • Complete a graduate application. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required. However, in cases where there may be some question of the capability of an applicant to complete the program, applicants may wish to submit scores to strengthen their application. Students who do not have an equivalent bachelor’s degree in packaging science will be evaluated and the appropriate undergraduate bridge courses will be prescribed. Tese courses may not be used for credit toward the MS degree.

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Applicants are required to have one semester of physics (mechanics fo- Telecommunications Engineering cus), one semester of calculus, one year of chemistry (including organic chemistry), statistics, and basic computer literacy. Technology, MS Students who do not have an equivalent bachelor’s degree in packag- rit.edu/cast/ectet/ms-telecommunications-engineering-technology ing science will be evaluated and the appropriate undergraduate bridge Willilam P. Johnson, Graduate Program Director courses will be prescribed. Tese courses may not be used for credit (585) 475-2179, [email protected] toward the MS degree. Program overview Additional information Te telecommunications industry has driven technological innovation Advising and provided outstanding career opportunities for people with the right Students are appointed an academic adviser who works with the program technical and leadership skills. New services ofered through the internet, coordinator to develop a program of study. Students follow an outlined mobility ofered by wireless technology, and extreme capacity ofered by curriculum to complete their degree requirements and, with adviser fber optics, as well as the evolution of policy and regulation, are shaping approval, choose packaging electives to enhance their career objectives. the telecommunication network of the future. Te MS in telecommu- Students choose a faculty adviser with approval from their program nications engineering technology focuses on developing the advanced coordinator for their thesis or project. Te faculty adviser guides the level of skill and knowledge needed by future leaders in the industry. Te student on topic choice and works with the program coordinator for ap- program is designed for individuals who seek advancement into manage- proval and timely completion of the thesis or project. rial roles in the dynamic telecommunications environment. Plan of study Te program requires 33 semester credit hours of study and includes eight core courses that introduce essential fundamental concepts and skills. Each student is required to complete a comprehensive exam or, with faculty approval, a capstone project or a master’s thesis. Te remaining credits consist of technical electives or other approved graduate courses. Comprehensive Exam/Project/Tesis options All students are required to complete a comprehensive exam at the conclusion of their course work. Te comprehensive exam focuses on knowledge of the core competencies, theory and foundation principles, and application of this knowledge to a variety of scenarios. Students who wish to complete a graduate project or thesis under the supervision of a faculty adviser (in place of the comprehensive exam) must have the approval of the faculty and the graduate program director. Curriculum

Telecommunications engineering technology (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS First Year TCET-710 Principles of Telecommunication 3 TCET-730/PUBL-730 Telecommunications Policy and Issues 3 TCET-750 Wireless Infrastructure and Policy 3 GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 TCET-740, 741 Fiber Optic Telecommunications Technology and Lab 3 TCET-720 Telecommunications Concepts 3 TCET-760 Network Planning and Design 3 TCET-747 Next Generation Networks 3 Second Year Elective 3 TCET-790 Thesis 6 Total Semester Credit Hours 33

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Telecommunications engineering technology (graduate project Other approved electives option), MS degree, typical course sequence All students may take three credit hours of graduate elective course work COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS from other graduate programs subject to the approval of the gradu- First Year ate program director. Students ofen choose to include courses from TCET-710 Principles of Telecommunication 3 Saunders College of Business, B. Tomas Golisano College of Computing TCET-730/PUBL-730 Telecommunications Policy and Issues 3 and Information Sciences, or Kate Gleason College of Engineering. Te TCET-750 Wireless Infrastructure and Policy 3 GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 number of elective credits depends on which completion strategy faculty TCET-740, 741 Fiber Optic Telecommunications Technology and Lab 2 have approved for the student, the student’s choice of thesis, project, or TCET-720 Telecommunications Concepts 3 TCET-760 Network Planning and Design 3 comprehensive exam option. TCET-741 Fiber Optic Telecommunication Technology Lab 1 TCET-747 Next Generation Networks 3 Research and cooperative education Second Year Students have the opportunity to apply for research projects or a coop- Electives 6 erative education experience. While not a requirement of the program, TCET-797 Graduate Project 3 these opportunities increase the value of the program and the market- Total Semester Credit Hours 33 ability of its graduates. Telecommunications engineering technology (comprehensive Admission requirements exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS To be considered for admission to the MS program in telecommuni- First Year cations engineering technology, candidates must fulfll the following TCET-710 Principles of Telecommunication 3 requirements: TCET-730 Telecommunications Policy and Issues 3 • Hold a baccalaureate degree in engineering technology, engineering, TCET-750 Wireless Infrastructure and Policy 3 GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 or a related degree from an accredited institution, TCET-740, 741 Fiber Optic Telecommunications Technology and Lab 3 • Submit two professional recommendations, TCET-720 Telecommunications Concepts 3 TCET-760 Network Planning and Design 3 • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B), TCET-747 Next Generation Networks 3 • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed Second Year undergraduate and graduate course work, and Electives 9 • Complete a graduate application. TCET-795 Comprehensive Exam 0 • International applicants whose native language is not English Total Semester Credit Hours 33 must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum scores of 570 (paper-based) or 88-89 (Internet- Admission requirements based) are required. Applicants with a lower TOEFL score may be To be considered for admission to the MS program in telecommuni- admitted conditionally and may be required to take a prescribed cations engineering technology, candidates must fulfll the following program in English and a reduced program course load. International requirements: applicants from universities outside the United States must submit • Hold a baccalaureate degree in engineering technology, engineering, scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). or a related degree from an accredited institution, While GRE scores are not required for applicants submitting transcripts • Submit two professional recommendations, from American universities, they are recommended for those whose • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B), undergraduate grade point average is below 3.0. • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, and • Complete a graduate application. • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum scores of 570 (paper-based), or 88-89 (Internet- based) are required. Applicants with a lower TOEFL score may be admitted conditionally and may be required to take a prescribed program in English and a reduced program course load. International applicants from universities outside the United States must submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). While GRE scores are not required for applicants submitting transcripts from American universities, they are recommended for those whose undergraduate grade point average is below 3.0. Additional information

Transfer credit A limited number of credit hours may be transferred from an accredited institution to the program. Please consult the department chair for more information.

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School of International Hospitality and topic for the graduate project and must arrange a faculty mentor for the project. Te comprehensive exam option is open to all students. Students Service Innovation may request the thesis option, but must be approved and have secured a faculty mentor. Hospitality and Tourism Management, MS Curriculum rit.edu/cast/htm/graduate-program Carol Whitlock, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director Hospitality and tourism management (capstone project option), (585) 475-2353, [email protected] MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Program overview First Year GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 Te hospitality and tourism management program prepares students GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 to step into numerous mid-level hospitality and tourism management SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts In Service 3 HSPT-730 Strategic Hospitality And Tourism Branding 3 and government policy positions. Te program is focused on hospitality HSPT-740 Economic Performance Analysis for Hospitality and 3 business planning, branding, economic management, and development Tourism HSPT-750 Processes and Assessment of Hospitality and Tourism 3 of quality processes to deliver exceptional leadership within many service Industries and corporate settings and at post-secondary academic institutions. Electives 9 HSPT-797 Capstone Project 3 Plan of study Total Semester Credit Hours 30 Te program introduces major concepts associated with all aspects of hospitality, tourism, and business management, whether they are ap- Hospitality and tourism management (comprehensive exam plied specifcally to the hospitality-tourism industry or the wider service option), MS degree, typical course sequence industry. Among the general concepts investigated are hospitality busi- COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS ness development and marketing quality. Electives allow in depth study First Year in specialized areas of hospitality manangement, such as resorts and GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts In Service 3 attractions, travel and tourism, conventions and events, technology, and HSPT-730 Strategic Hospitality And Tourism Branding 3 human resource development. HSPT-740 Economic Performance Analysis for Hospitality and 3 Tourism Students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours. Te cur- HSPT-750 Processes and Assessment of Hospitality and Tourism 3 riculum is a combination of required core courses in hospitality and Industries Professional Electives 15 tourism management and elective courses chosen by the student to meet HSPT-794 Integrated Problem Solving 3 career interests and objectives. Students complete a graduate project or a HSPT-795 Comprehensive Exam 0 comprehensive exam. A thesis option is available with approval. Course Total Semester Credit Hours 30 oferings generally are scheduled for evenings or via online learning to facilitate part-time students. Hospitality and tourism management (research thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence Core courses COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Core courses explore essential hospitality and tourism business issues First Year such as teamwork, strategic organizational change, fnancial and service GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 performance metrics, development and marketing of resorts and attrac- GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 tions, and branding. Each course not only introduces the service philoso- SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts In Service 3 HSPT-730 Strategic Hospitality And Tourism Branding 3 phy but also examines the real diferences in hospitality-service manage- HSPT-740 Economic Performance Analysis for Hospitality and 3 ment outcomes necessitated by the adoption of a new service paradigm. Tourism HSPT-750 Processes and Assessment of Hospitality and Tourism 3 Industries Electives Electives 6 Elective courses provide students with an opportunity to individualize HSPT-790 Research Thesis 6 their graduate program in line with their career and professional inter- Total Semester Credit Hours 30 ests. With the approval of the department chair, students are allowed to take a selection of elective courses from outside the program. Courses Admission requirements may be taken from the service leadership and innovation program, the human resource development program, and Saunders College of Business. To be considered for admission to the MS program in hospitality and Students are cautioned to observe course prerequisites in their selections. tourism management, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: Of the six credit hours of electives, students are relatively free to • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, select courses they feel best meet their needs. All elective courses must • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed be graduate-level. If previous course work exists, students may request undergraduate and graduate course work, a transfer of credits. A limited number of credit hours may be taken as • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Foundation course work with a GPA of independent study or practicum courses. 3.0 or higher (if required), • Submit two professional recommendations, Project/Capstone/Tesis options • Submit a current resume, and Students must successfully complete a graduate project or comprehen- • Complete a graduate application. sive exam as a culminating experience allowing for demonstration of • International applicants whose native language is not English competencies in theory and applications for the discipline. Students must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language work with the program adviser and/or program faculty to determine a (TOEFL). A minimum score of 80 (Internet-based) is required.

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International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores will be Human Resource Development, MS accepted in place of the TOEFL. A minimum score of 6.5 is required. All international students will take the Michigan Test of English Pro- rit.edu/cast/servicesystems/human-resources-development fciency upon arrival. A prescribed program in English and a reduced Linda Underhill, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director program course load may be required. (585) 475-7359, [email protected] Afer a review by the program chair, applicants whose prior undergraduate work has been in areas other than hospitality or tourism may be Program overview required to complete additional courses. Students may choose elective Human development is at the heart of workplace development in any courses with the approval of the program. organization. Te MS in human resource development provides the next Additional information level of learning in creating a strategy for human capital. Te program teaches professionals to leverage specifc essential competencies to create Part time study a fexible workforce that adapts to change and aligns with strategic organizational goals so that human resource professionals can grow talent Te program may be completed on a full- or part-time basis. Te length and remain competitive in the 21st century. of time required to earn the degree varies according to the student’s undergraduate preparation and the number of graduate courses taken Plan of study per semester. Te degree requires a minimum of 33 credit hours. Students are required to complete a comprehensive exam at the conclusion of their course work. Students who wish to complete a graduate project or thesis in place of the exam must have the approval of the faculty and department chair. Electives Electives are chosen by the student and are used to fulfll their career interests. Courses may be taken in other graduate-level programs, with permission. A limited number of credit hours (not counted toward another degree) may be considered for transfer credit from another college or university. Curriculum

Human resource development (comprehensive exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS HRDE-700 Research Design and Methods 3 HRDE-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 HRDE-710 Foundations in Human Resource Development 3 HRDE-711 Program Evaluation and Design 3 HRDE-712 Performance Analysis and Development 3 Concentration Courses 12 Elective 3 HRDE-794 Integrated Problemsolving 3 SERQ-770 Breakthrough Thinking, Creativity and Innovation 3 HRDE-795 Comprehensive Examination 0 Total Semester Credit Hours 36

Human resource development (project option), MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS HRDE-700 Research Design and Methods 3 HRDE-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 HRDE-710 Foundations in Human Resource Development 3 HRDE-711 Program Evaluation and Design 3 HRDE-712 Performance Analysis and Development 3 Concentration Courses 12 Elective 3 SERQ-770 Breakthrough Thinking, Creativity and Innovation 3 HRDE-797 Graduate Project 3 Total Semester Credit Hours 36

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Human resource development (thesis option), MS degree, typical Organizational Learning, Adv. Cert. course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS rit.edu/cast/servicesystems/organizational-learning HRDE-700 Research Design and Methods 3 Linda Underhill, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director HRDE-702 Graduate Writing Strategies 3 (585) 475-7359, [email protected] HRDE-710 Foundations in Human Resource Development 3 HRDE-711 Program Evaluation and Design 3 HRDE-712 Performance Analysis and Development 3 Program overview Concentration Courses 12 Elective 3 Te advanced certifcate in organizational learning provides students Thesis 6 with an in-depth understanding of how people learn. Courses cover the Total Semester Credit Hours 36 theories of instructional design, including the use of technology and its Concentrations* impact on curriculum design, and the development of courses for both classroom and online learning. Te certifcate is appropriate for chief Sem. Cr. Hrs. Organizational learning knowledge ofcers, training directors, personnel new to the teaching HRDE-720 Theories of Organizational Development 3 HRDE-721 Organizational Learning and Knowledge 3 feld, and those who wish to embark on a career in teaching or training. Management HRDE-722 Talent Development 3 HRDE-723 Group Dynamics and Leadership 3 Curriculum Training and development HRDE-730 Theories of Adult Learning 3 Organizational learning, advanced certifcate, typical HRDE-731 Team Process and Facilitation Skills 3 course sequence HRDE-732 Learning Transfer 3 HRDE-733 Instructional Design and Technology in HRD 3 COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

Global Human Resource Development First Year HRDE-740 Strategic HRD for Global Organizations 3 HRDE-710 Foundations of HRD 3 HRDE-741 Global HRD Leadership 3 HRDE-721 Learning and Knowledge Management 3 HRDE-742 Change Leadership Development 3 HRDE-723 Group Dynamics and Facilitation Skills 3 HRDE-743 Training for Global Organizations 3 HRDE-722 Talent Development 3 * A customized concentration may be developed with department ap- Total Semester Credit Hours 12 proval. A customized concentration cannot include additional business- related courses. Admission requirements Admission requirements To be considered for admission to the advanced certifcate in organizational learning, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: To be considered for admission to the MS program in human resource • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, development, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: • Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average or a frst class • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, degree from a foreign university), • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed • Submit transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergrad- undergraduate and graduate course work, uate and graduate course work, and • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above (or evidence of relevant profes- • Complete a graduate application. sional performance), • Submit two letters of reference, Additional information • Submit a writing sample designated by the department, • Participate in an interview with a faculty member (when required Gainful employment by department) Information regarding costs and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard • Submit an ofcial graduate application. Occupational Classifcation (SOC) code and occupational profles for • International applicants whose native language is not English must this program can be viewed on the ED Gainful Employment Disclosure submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language. Mini- Template at http://www.rit.edu/programs/gedt/organizationallearning. mum scores of 570 (paper-based) or 88 (Internet-based) are required. Scores from the International English Language Testing Systems (ILETS) and Pearson Test of English (PTE) will be accepted in place of the TOFEL. Te absolute minimum score for consideration for admission is 6.5 for the IELTS and 62 for the PTE. Upon arrival at RIT, international students may be asked to take an English language profciency exam. Tose who do not meet the minimum standard will be required to take additional English language courses. All required admission materials must be submitted and reviewed by faculty prior to the completion of 9 credit hours of graduate work in the program. Additional information

Advisers Upon matriculation, each student is assigned an adviser who will work with the student to develop a plan of study.

Graduate Bulletin 17 College of Applied Science and Technology

Service Leadership and Innovation, MS Service leadership and innovation (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence rit.edu/cast/servicesystems/service-leadership-innovation COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Linda Underhill, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director First Year (585) 475-7359, [email protected] GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts in Service 3 Program overview SERQ-720 Service Scenarios and Strategy Development 3 SERQ-722 Customer Centricity 3 Today’s global economy requires visionary management, a 360-degree SERQ-723 Service Analytics 3 view of customers, and breakthrough service strategies. Service leader- SERQ-712 Breakthrough Thinking, Creativity and Innovation 3 ship and innovation is a graduate program that allows those who work Second Year Concentration Courses 9 in any industry to transform their organization through novel ways of SERQ-790 Thesis 6 thinking, problem-solving and projecting the future. By learning how Total Semester Credit Hours 36 to see and capitalize on opportunities that others miss, graduates of the program are positioned to take employees, and themselves, to new levels Concentrations* of success in a constantly changing world. COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Engineering services Plan of study SERQ-740 Leadership Tools and Techniques 3 Choose two or three of the following: Tesis/Capstone/Exam options ISEE-682 Lean Six Sigma Fundamentals 3 All students must complete a thesis, capstone project, or comprehensive ISEE-771 Engineering of Systems I 3 ISEE-723 Global Facilities Planning 3 exam as a culminating experience, which allows for the demonstration of Higher education leadership competencies for theory and application material for the discipline. Stu- SERQ-750 The Student Experience in Higher Education 3 dents will be informed by the program adviser and/or program faculty as SERQ-751 Critical Systems in Higher Education 3 SERQ-755 Organization and Leadership in Higher Education 3 to which option is most appropriate based on career goals and objectives. Service systems In the program the default is to complete the comprehensive examina- SERQ-730 Project Management in Not-For-Proft 3 SERQ-732 Service Quality in Not-For-Proft 3 tion upon completion of required and elective course work. If a student SERQ-735 Data Mining in Not-For-Proft 3 seeks to complete a thesis or capstone project, this alternative strategy is possible if the faculty adviser and department chair agrees with the * Students may also customize a concentration with the approval of the student in their ability to complete this strategy. department. Please note: customized concentrations cannot include additional business related courses. Curriculum Admission requirements Service leadership and innovation (comprehensive exam option), To be considered for admission to the MS in service leadership and in- MS degree, typical course sequence novation, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, First Year • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 undergraduate and graduate course work, SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts in Service 3 SERQ-720 Service Scenarios and Strategy Development 3 • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (or evidence of relevant pro- SERQ-722 Customer Centricity 3 fessional performance), SERQ-723 Service Analytics 3 • Submit two letters of reference, SERQ-712 Breakthrough Thinking, Creativity and Innovation 3 Concentration Course 3 • Submit a writing sample designated by the department, Second Year • Participate in an interview with a faculty member (when required by Concentration Courses 6 department) SERQ-795 Comprehensive Exam* 0 SERQ-711 Service Design and Implementation 3 • Submit a graduate application. SERQ-794 Integrated Problem Solving 3 • International applicants whose native language is not English must Total Semester Credit Hours 33 submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language. Mini- mum scores of 570 (paper-based) or 88 (Internet-based) are required. Service leadership and innovation (capstone project option), MS Scores from the International English Language Testing Systems degree, typical course sequence (ILETS) and Pearson Test of English (PTE) will be accepted in place of COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS the TOFEL. Te absolute minimum score for consideration for admis- First Year sion is 6.5 for the IELTS and 62 for PTE. Upon arrival at RIT, interna- GRCS-701 Research Methods 3 tional students may be asked to take an English language profciency GRCS-702 Principles of Research Communication 3 SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts in Service 3 exam. Tose who do not meet the minimum standard will be required SERQ-720 Service Scenarios and Strategy Development 3 to take additional English language courses. SERQ-722 Customer Centricity 3 All required admission materials must be submitted and reviewed by SERQ-723 Service Analytics 3 SERQ-712 Breakthrough Thinking, Creativity and Innovation 3 faculty prior to the completion of 9 semester credit hours of graduate Second Year course work in the program. Concentration Courses 9 SERQ-797 Capstone Project 3 Total Semester Credit Hours 33

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Service Leadership and Innovation, Adv. Cert. Training, Design and Assessment, Adv. Cert. rit.edu/cast/servicesystems/service-systems rit.edu/cast/servicesystems/training-design-and-assessment Linda Underhill, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director Linda Underhill, Department Chair and Graduate Program Director (585) 475-7359, [email protected] (585) 475-7359, [email protected] Program overview Program overview Te advanced certifcate in service leadership and innovation ofers Senior leaders in the most successful businesses agree that leverag- service professionals cutting-edge skills, abilities, and applied service ing the human capital of an organization is vital to survival in today’s knowledge. Te certifcate heightens the student’s capacity to function in competitive business climate. Tis requires businesses to align employee today’s highly competitive and quickly evolving service environment. development plans with strategy and provide targeted learning experi- ences to ensure they equip their workforce to perform at the peak of their Plan of study capability, attract the best and brightest candidates, and retain the most Te advanced certifcate is made up of four courses that help students qualifed employees. master the following concepts: Te advanced certifcate in training, design and assessment provides • understand service performance system design and professionals with the competencies required to develop highly efective implementation parameters, learning materials that drive strategic employee development, boost • understand and use service value delivery system structures performance, and manage the employee development eforts of and processes, an organization. • comprehend the evolving strategic environment of service- sector businesses, Curriculum • establish and use service-system elements/dimensions, • build service metrics from feedback processes, Training, design and assessment, advanced certifcate, typical • understand and implement customer relationship management, and course sequence • construct innovative approaches to service and managing those changes. Te certifcate may be completed as a stand-alone credential or serve as COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS an entry point for the MS program in service leadership and innovation. First Year HRDE-715 Human Performance Design and Development 3 HRDE-730 Theories of Adult Learning 3 Curriculum HRDE-733 Instructional Design and Technology 3 HRDE-755 Program Assessment and Evaluation 3 Second Year Service leadership and innovation, advanced certifcate, typical Choose one of the following: 3 course sequence HRDE-756 Learning Design and Technology HRDE-758 Design for Online Learning COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Total Semester Credit Hours 15 First Year SERQ-710 Evolving Contexts in Service 3 SERQ-720 Service Scenarios and Strategy Development 3 Admission requirements SERQ-730 Project Management in Not-For-Proft 3 SERQ-735 Data Mining in the Not-for-Proft 3 To be considered for admission to the advanced certifcate in training, de- Total Semester Credit Hours 12 sign and assessment, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, Admission requirements • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed To be considered for admission to the advanced certifcate in ser- undergraduate and graduate course work, vice leadership and innovation, candidates must fulfll the following • Submit a current resume, requirements: • Submit a personal statement, • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, • Submit two letters of recommendation, and • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, • Complete a graduate application. • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, Additional information • Submit a current resume, • Submit a personal statement, Gainful employment • Submit two letters of recommendation, and • Complete a graduate application Information regarding costs and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classifcation (SOC) code and occupational Additional information profles for this program can be viewed on the ED Gainful Employ- ment Disclosure Template at http://www.rit.edu/programs/gedt/ Gainful employment trainingdesignandassessment. Information regarding costs and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classifcation (SOC) code and occupational profles for this program can be viewed on the ED Gainful Employment Disclosure Template at http://www.rit.edu/programs/gedt/service_systems.

Graduate Bulletin 19 College of Applied Science and Technology

S. Manian Ramkumar, BE, PSG, Teresa Wolcott, BS, State Warren L. G. Koontz, BSEE, Ti-Lin Liu, MS, Tsinghua University College of Technology-Bharathiar University of New York at Bufalo; University of Maryland; MSEE, (China)—Associate Professor (India); ME, Rochester Institute of MS, Rochester Institute of Massachusetts Institute of Carl A. Lundgren, BS, Rensselaer Technology; Ph.D., State University Technology—Senior Lecturer Technology; Ph.D., Purdue Polytechnic Institute; MBA, of New York at Binghamton— University—Professor Emeritus University of Rochester— Interim Dean Environmental, Healthy and Drew Maywar, Professor Emeritus Safety Management BS, MS, Ph.D., Linda A. Tolan, NCC, BS, State University of Rochester— Associate Jennifer A. O’Neil, BS, University College at Geneseo; MS, Josh Goldowitz, Professor BS, State Rochester Institute of Technology; Rochester Institute of Technology; University of New York at Yossi Nygate, MS (computer Ph.D., Purdue University— Ph.D., Andrews University—Senior Binghamton; MS, University of science), MS (applied mathematics), Assistant Professor Associate Dean, Professor Arizona—Professor Wiezmann Institute of Science Michael J. Parthum Sr., BS, MS, Sean T. Bennett, BS, Clarkson Lisa Greenwood (Isreal); Ph.D., Case Western , BS, Rochester Rochester Institute of Technology— University; M.Ed., State University University—Associate Professor Institute of Technology; MS, Associate Professor College at Brockport; Ed.M., University of New Haven—Lecturer Harvard University—Assistant Dean Manufacturing and S. Manian Ramkumar, BE, PSG, John Morelli, PE, BS, Syracuse Mechanical Engineering College of Technology-Bharathiar University; MS, Ph.D., State School of Engineering Technology/Packaging (India); ME, Rochester Institute of University of New York College Technology; Ph.D., State University Technology Science of Environmental Science and of New York at Binghamton— Forestry—Professor Emeritus Ronald F. Amberger, PE, BME, Department Chair; Professor Joseph M. Rosenbeck, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Civil Engineering Technology CSP, Michael J. Slifka, AAS, Niagara BS, MS, Central Missouri State ME, Pennsylvania State University— Amanda Bao, BS, MS, Tianjin County Community College; University—Graduate Program Professor Emeritus University (China); Ph.D., BS, MS, Rochester Institute of Director; Professor Beth A. Carle, BSE, University of University of Colorado at Boulder— Technology—Senior Lecturer Jennifer L. Schneider, Pittsburgh; MS, Ph.D., University Associate Professor John A. Stratton, PE, BS, CIH, BA, Roberts Wesleyan of Illinois; EIT Professional Harry G. Cooke, PE, BS, Rochester Institute of Technology; College; MS, University of Certifcation—Associate Professor Northwestern University; MSCE, MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Rochester; Ph.D., University of Elizabeth M. Dell, BSME, General University of Texas; Ph.D., Institute—Professor Emeritus Massachusetts—Professor Motors Institute; MS, University Virginia Polytechnic Institute— of Michigan—Paul A. Miller Larry A. Villasmil, BSME, Associate Professor Electrical, Computer, Professorship; Associate Professor Universidad del Tachira Todd Dunn, PE, BS, Dartmouth and Telecommunications (Venezuela); MSME, Ph.D., Robert D. Garrick, BSEE, GMI College; MSCE, University of Engineering Technology Texas A&M University— Engineering and Management California—Department Chair; Associate Professor Miguel Bazdresch, Institute; MBA, Rochester Institute Associate Professor BE, Western Institute of Technology and Higher of Technology; MS, University Packaging Science Robert H. Easton, PE, BS, Studies (Mexico); ME, National of Rochester; Ph.D., University United States Military Academy; Polytechnic Institute (Mexico); of South Carolina—Associate Carlos Diaz-Acosta, BS, MS, MSCE, Iowa State University— Ph.D., National Higher School of Department Chair, Professor Universidad de los Andes Professor Emeritus Telecommunications (France)— (Colombia), Ph.D., Michigan State Martin Gordon, PE, BSME, Assistant Professor University—Assistant Professor Abdullah Faruque, PE, B.Sc., MSME, MBA, State University of Bangladesh University of Michael Eastman, BS, MSCS, New York at Bufalo—Program Changfeng Ge, BSME, MSME, Engineering and Technology Rochester Institute of Technology— Director for Undergraduate Studies, Tongji University (China); (India); M.A.Sc., Ph.D., Department Chair; Professor Associate Professor Ph.D., University of Dortmund University of Windsor (Canada)— (Germany)—Professor Clark Hochgraf, Seung H. Kim, BS, Hanyang Associate Professor BS, State University of New York at Bufalo; University (South Korea); MS, Daniel L. Goodwin, BS, MS, Robert E. McGrath Jr., PE, BCE, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin at Ph.D., University of Illinois— Ph.D., Michigan State University— Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Madison—Associate Professor Program Director for Graduate Professor Emeritus MSCE, Syracuse University— Studies and Research; Associate Mark J. Indelicato, BEEE, Deanna M. Jacobs, BS, State Professor Emeritus Professor Manhattan College; MS, Polytechnic University College at Plattsburgh; Mark Piterman, MCE, Odessa University—Associate Professor James H. Lee, PE, BS, California MA, State University College at Marine Engineers Institute Polytechnic State University; MS, Geneseo; MS, Rochester Institute William P. Johnson, BA, Kings (Ukraine)—Professor Emeritus Ph.D., Texas A&M University— of Technology—Graduate Program College; BSEE, MSEE, Syracuse Associate Professor Director; Professor Maureen S. Valentine, PE, BSCE, University; JD, University at Bufalo Tufs University; MECE, Virginia Law School—Professor William Leonard, AAS, State Daniel P. Johnson, BS, MS, Polytechnic Institute—Professor University College at Canton; Rochester Institute of Technology— Sungyoung Kim, BE, Sogang BS, MS, Rochester Institute Department Chair; Professor Scott B. Wolcott, PE, BS, MS, University (Korea); MM, Ph.D., of Technology—Mechanical State University of New York at McGill University (Canada)— Thomas Kausch, BS, MS, Engineering Technology Program Bufalo—Undergraduate Program Assistant Professor Rochester Institute of Technology— Chair; Associate Professor Coordinator; Professor Senior Lecturer

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Georgios Koutsimanis, BS, MS, Patricia Poteat, BA, University of Aristotle University of Tessaloniki Rochester; MS, Rochester Institute (Greece)—Lecturer of Technology; Ph.D., University of Rochester—Lecturer Karen L. Proctor, BS, Michigan State University; MBA, Rochester Torrence E. Sparkman, BS, Institute of Technology—Professor University of Illinois at Chicago; M.Div, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School of International School; Ph.D., University of Hospitality and Service Illinois at Urbana-Champaign— Assistant Professor Innovation Linda Underhill, RD, BS, MS, Rochester Institute of Technology; Hospitality and Tourism Ph.D., State University of New York Management at Bufalo—Department Chair; Francis Domoy, Ph.D., Michigan Associate Professor State University—Chair Emeritus Yuchin “Jerrie” Hsieh, BS, National Taiwan Normal University (Taiwan); MS, Ph.D., Purdue University— Associate Professor Muhammet Kesgin, BSc, MSc, Akdeniz University (Turkey); Ph.D., Coventry University (United Kingdom)—Assistant Professor Richard M. Lagiewski, BS, MS, Rochester Institute of Technology— Senior Lecturer Karthik Namasivayam, BA, Madras University (India); MS, Ph.D., Cornell University— Chair, Professor Carol B. Whitlock, RD, BS, MS, Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts—Professor

Department of Service Systems James Jacobs Jr., BA, Purdue University; MS, Troy State University; Ph.D., State University of New York at Bufalo— Senior Lecturer Malarvizhi Hirudayaraj, BA, Fatima College (Trinidad & Tobago); B.Ed., Madurai Kamaraj University; MA, Stella Maris College; M.Phil, University of Madras (India); Ph.D., Southern Illinois University— Assistant Professor Jennifer Matic, BA, Grand Valley State University; MS, Rochester Institute of Technology; Ph.D., University of Bath (United Kingdom)—Lecturer

Graduate Bulletin 21 Saunders College of Business Jacqueline R. Mozrall, Dean saunders.rit.edu

The center promotes, nurtures, and expands innovation and Programs of study entrepreneurship through a three-pronged approach that com- bines interdisciplinary entrepreneurial curriculum, experiential Master of Business Administration: Page learning, and entrepreneurship programs. Te center ofers: • minors and concentrations in entrepreneurship, and innovation Traditional MBA 26 and commercialization, as well as courses in strategic growth and Concentrations available in: accounting, entrepreneurship, business creativity. environmentally sustainable management, fnance, • cooperative education opportunities for students to advance a international business, management and leadership, business concept through the RIT Student Business Lab or work management information systems, marketing, operations for a startup company. Students also can earn credit through management and supply chain management, product commercialization, quality and applied statistics, and consulting opportunities with pre-seed and startup ventures. technology management. • entrepreneurship programs such as the RIT Business Plan Competition, the RIT Entrepreneur’s Conference, various work- Executive MBA 24 shops, a speakers series, and an extensive alumni network. Venture Creations Incubator provides assistance in evaluating Online Executive MBA 25 business opportunities, developing business plans, and offering MBA—Accounting 23 mentoring and guidance to new ventures. In addition, students have access to the Student Incubator, business plan competi- tions, and a speaker’s series. Master of Science degrees in: Accounting 23 Admission requirements Computational Finance 30 The college offering the program makes all decisions on Entrepreneurship and Innovative Ventures 31 graduate admission. Please refer to each individual program for information regarding specifc admission criteria. For general Finance 31 graduate admission information, please refer to the Admission Management 32 section of this bulletin. Tracks available in: global management and supply chain management, leadership, and product and Financial aid and scholarship ervice development. Please refer to the Financial Aid and Scholarship section of this bulletin for information regarding fnancial aid, scholarships, Online learning option available. grants, loans, and graduate assistantships.

Faculty Our faculty members combine teaching excellence, innovative Success in the 21st century business environment requires leader- research, and personalized attention to meet student needs. Our ship and management attuned to rapid changes in technology and setting, in a technological university embarked on creative busi- increasingly vigorous global competition. Astute problem solvers ness partnering and entailing joint programs across colleges, who have gained a systems perspective must be able to convert opens unique opportunities for all partners—industry leaders, product development and management challenges into competi- faculty, and students. tive advantages. Saunders College of Business offers a portfolio of comprehensive, vigorous programs of study. Our innovative, multi- Facilities disciplinary curriculum—embedding an international perspective RIT is a national leader in incorporating computer technology and current technology throughout—produces graduates able to into the classroom. Saunders College of Business students have convert managerial learning into pragmatic business applications. access to extensive resources and utilize the same business software used by Fortune 100 companies worldwide. The college’s Entrepreneurship at RIT classrooms and study areas all feature wireless access. Entrepreneurs are major drivers of economic growth. They combine original, imaginative ideas with creativity and a healthy Accreditation dose of tenacity. They’re resourceful, inventive, and ambitious. Saunders College of Business is accredited by the At RIT, entrepreneur’s ideas are transformed into reality. Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business At the heart of the university’s entrepreneurship initiatives is (AACSB International). the Simone Center for Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

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Accounting, MS Accounting, MBA saunders.rit.edu/programs/graduate/ms_accounting.php saunders.rit.edu/graduate/mba_accounting.php Program overview Program overview Te master of science in accounting is designed to satisfy New York state In addition to the educational preparation for a career leading to top requirements for students with an undergraduate degree in accounting management, the master of business administration—accounting fulflls to sit for the CPA exam and attain CPA licensure. Students may complete the educational requirements that allow students to sit for the New York the program on a full- or part-time basis, with the full-time program State Certifed Public Accountancy exam. Te program stresses the beginning exclusively in the fall semester. skills necessary for the design, operation, and control of accounting information systems. Plan of study Te program consists of 10 courses and a comprehensive exam based on Plan of study the fnance courses completed by the student. Te exam is administered Students complete foundation, accounting, and business courses. Te at the end of the student’s last term. Students must pass the exam to earn program ofers two tracks, one for students with an undergraduate their degree. degree in accounting and one for students who have an undergraduate degree in a feld outside of business, economics, statistics, or accounting. Curriculum Curriculum Accounting, MS degree, typical course sequence COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS Accounting, MBA degree (for applicants with an undergraduate ACCT-605 Accounting Profession 1 degree in accounting), typical course sequence ACCT-645 Accounting Information Systems 3 ACCT-707 Advanced Accounting 3 COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS ACCT-708 Auditing and Professional Responsibility 3 First Year ACCT-710 Advanced Taxation 3 Finance or Economics Elective 3 ACCT-738 Information Systems Auditing and Assurance 3 MGMT-740 Organizational Behavior and Leadership 3 Services BLEG-731 Commercial Law and Professional Skills 3 ACCT-740 Comparative Financial Statement Analysis 3 MKTG-761 Marketing Concepts and Commercialization 3 ACCT-795 Financial Accounting Theory and Research 3 MGMT-735 Management of Innovation in Products and Services 3 Electives 9 MGMT-759 Competitive Strategy 3 Field Exam 0 ACCT-795 Financial Accounting Theory and Research 3 Total Semester Credit Hours 31 ACCT-738 Information Systems Auditing and Assurance 3 Services ACCT-708 Auditing and Professional Responsibility 3 Admission requirements ACCT-707 Advanced Accounting 3 Total Semester Credit Hours 30 To be considered for admission to the MS program in accounting, candidates must fulfll the following requirements: Accounting, MBA degree (for applicants with no previous business, • Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, economics, or statistics course work), typical course sequence • Submit ofcial transcripts (in English) from all previously completed COURSE SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS undergraduate and graduate course work, First Year • Submit the results of the Graduate Management Admission Test MGMT-775 Corporate and Social Responsibility and Business 3 Ethics (GMAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) (GMAT preferred), MGMT-740 Organizational Behavior and Leadership 3 • Submit a personal statement, ACCT-603 Accounting for Decision Makers 3 • Submit a current resume, and MKTG-761 Marketing Concepts and Commercialization 3 MGIS-650 Introduction to Data Analytics and Business 3 • Complete a graduate application. Intelligence • International applicants whose native language is not English must BLEG-730 Business Legal Concepts 3 BLEG-731 Commercial Law and Professional Skills 3 submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language. Mini- FINC-721 Financial Analysis for Managers 3 mum scores of 580 (paper-based) or 92 (Internet-based) are required. ACCT-704 Corporate Financial Reporting I 3 ACCT-709 Basic Taxation 3 Scores from the International English Language Testing System ACCT-645 Accounting Information Systems 3 (IELTS) are accepted in place of the TOEFL exam. Te minimum MGMT-735 Management of Innovation in Products and Services 3 acceptable score is 7.0. Te TOEFL or IELTS requirement is waived ESCB-705 Economics and Decision Modeling 3 DECS-743 Operations and Supply Chain Management 3 for native speakers of English or for those submitting transcripts from Second Year degrees earned at American institutions. For additional information ACCT-710 Tax Analysis and Strategy 3 on the IELTS, visit www.ielts.org. ACCT-705 Corporate Financial Reporting II 3 Accounting Elective 3 Completed applications for admission should be on fle in the Ofce of Economics or Finance Elective 3 Graduate Enrollment Services at least four weeks prior