COMPUTING & INFORMATION SCIENCES Contents

Overview...... 1

B . Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences...... 2

Computing Exploration...... 3

Women in Computing...... 4

Computer Science...... 6

Computing and Information ...... 7

Computing Security...... 8

Game Design and Development. . 9

Human-Centered Computing . . . . 10

New Media Interactive Development ...... 11

Software Engineering...... 12

Web and Mobile Computing...... 13

Related Majors...... 14

Faculty...... 17

Co-op and Experiential Learning. . . . 20

Undergraduate Research...... 22

Facilities...... 23

Academic Enrichment...... 25

Student Life...... 27

Alumni...... 28

RIT in Brief...... 29 B . Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences

Undergraduate students: 3,116 Graduate students: 856 Faculty: 131 Outcomes Rate: 96% As one of the world’s leading technological universities, Degrees offered: BS, MS, Ph .D . RIT educates future leaders in the fields of computing and Alumni: 12,640 information sciences . National Rankings: • Princeton Review ranked RIT 5th nationally for “Top Schools for Comprising nine colleges, RIT offers RIT features one of the most comprehensive Video Game Design for 2018” for un­paralleled depth and breadth in computing, computing colleges in the nation, the our undergraduate game design information sciences, business, engineering, B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and development major , and the visual arts. No other uni- and Information Sciences. In addition to • Global Gaming League ranked RIT versity in America offers you all of these: a outstanding academic programs, the college 3rd in the inaugural Top Gaming comprehensive range of academic programs, showcases cutting-edge innovation and Colleges survey our number of teaching faculty, our extensive renowned faculty who are passionate about • Great Value Colleges ranked RIT computing facilities and technology, and our their work. While the Golisano College is at 36th for “The Most Technologically Advanced Universities” in the world commitment to experiential learning. the heart of computing and information sciences at RIT, it also collaborates with five • LinkedIn ranked RIT 25th for RIT has been at the forefront of computing other RIT colleges to offer nine additional how successful new graduates are at securing desirable since launching a science program bachelor of science degree programs. These development jobs more than 40 years ago. Continuing a tradi- partnerships offer students an unequaled tion of innovation, RIT consistently anticipates range of program options; committed, experi- Research Highlights: • Computing for accessibility developments in the computing field. We enced faculty; myriad research and co-op • Cybersecurity respond by designing academic programs oppor­tunities; and student access to incredi- • Data science flexible enough to keep up with changing ble laboratory equipment and facilities. • Human computer interaction demands, yet focused enough to develop • Health IT the computing expertise required today. In short, the Golisano College and its • Software process and product For example, RIT was the first university in alliances with other colleges at RIT form analysis the nation to offer baccalaureate degree pro- a living/learning computing education grams in information technology (1991) and powerhouse. We invite you to join us on (1996), and introduced the cutting edge of computing at RIT. one of the nation’s first dedicated computing security departments (2013).

Rochester Institute of Technology 1 B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences

rit.edu/gccis

RIT features one of the most comprehensive computing colleges in the nation, a visionary institution among its peers .

Housed in a 126,000-square-foot facility, the Real-world work experience Our students view co-op as a way to gain B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing Classroom learning is only one part of professional experience, learn a practical appli- and Information Sciences showcases cutting- an RIT education. Starting in your freshman cation of their area of study, and earn money edge innovation and renowned faculty who year, we’ll encourage you to think about to put toward the cost of their education. are passionate about their work. your career ambitions. Our computing programs offer you the opportunity to Career connections It has garnered accolades and recognition gain paid, professional experience through Our strong ties with leading corporations, as a premier computing education and cooperative education—alternating periods government agencies, medical centers, applied research facility. The college offers of on-campus study with periods of full-time, professional associations, and key industrial eight bachelor of science degrees: computer paid employment in your career field. Co-op organizations have enabled us to shape our science, computing and information can give you a broad view of the career computing programs to meet the needs of technologies, computing security, game opportunities available and deepen your today’s marketplace. Leading employers know design and development, human-centered understanding of your academic studies. It is RIT alumni have up-to-the-minute knowledge, computing, new media interactive develop- an especially valuable way to build your hands-on skills, and relevant work experience ment, software engineering, and web and resume and set yourself apart from other gained through cooperative­ education. mobile computing. graduates in the job market. Recent alumni have secured exciting positions

2 Computing and Information Sciences

Computing and information technologies Computing Exploration Option

The computing exploration at companies across the nation and around the option provides students with world. RIT alumni are making their marks in cyber the opportunity to explore seven security, software engineering and product devel- of the college’s undergraduate opment, medical information systems, database computing majors—computer Computing security development, web design and development, science, computing and informa- network administration, gaming, computer tion technologies, computing animation and special effects, microchip design, security, human-centered sales and marketing, project management,­ computing, new media interac- education, research, and more. tive development, software engineering, and web and Research opportunities mobile computing. Students Human-centered computing The Golisano College supports learning and complete courses in computer research across disciplines where students, faculty, science, computing security, and industry converge to explore and develop and web and mobile computing. innovative applications of emerging technologies. They also may take additional Typically, students and faculty work with an indus- courses in the other four try partner to develop a proposal and plan of work. computing majors as they A project team (often multidisciplinary)­ forms to decide on which major bests New media interactive begin working on exploratory uses of emerging fits their career goals and development technologies, proof-of-concept studies, investiga- aspirations. tions of specific technical problems, and . Students have worked on projects Students may stay in the explora- for the U.S. Department of Education, Microsoft, tion option for up to two Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Cisco, Xerox, Apple, Google, semesters (one academic year). and Sun Microsystems, among others. Each student has an assigned academic adviser who provides Software engineering As an RIT student, you may take part in research by guidance on course selection, arranging to work directly with faculty members immersions and minors, and who are investigating areas that interest you, career options. All courses taken including artificial intelligence, human-computer in the computing exploration interaction, gaming, interface design, software option are accepted by the seven engineering, databases, system software, robotics, computing majors with all credits social computing, networking, wireless and earned applicable to a student’s Web and mobile computing security, virtual reality, accessibility, chosen major. Students do not computing and multimedia. lose time toward graduation.

Rochester Institute of Technology 3 3 Women in Computing

A supportive environment designed to help you succeed .

The Women in Computing organization wants Events include: Women in Computing: to see you succeed and thrive at RIT, and beyond. • Corporate visits—Companies such as A Rich History Its goal is to provide support, assistance, and HubSpot, Intuit, Microsoft, Google, and guidance to female students enrolled in RIT’s BlackBaud. For nearly 150 computing majors. years, women have • WiCHacks—A collaborative programming been making The organization is an interdisciplinary network event in which participants create an app, important contri- butions to the of students, faculty, staff, and alumni involved website, game, or other piece of software over fields of computing in the various fields of computing. They provide the course of the event. and information professional, leadership, mentorship, and sciences. In the technical development opportunities and • TechTalks—Featuring special guests who mid-1800s, Ada Lovelace encourage the advancement of women in share the latest trends in computing. Englishwoman Ada Lovelace worked as an computing through community outreach. analyst on one of the computer’s earliest • Local and national conferences, such as: forerunners, the Analytical Engine, and is The organization strives to: ◦ Grace Hopper Women In Computing— considered the first computer programmer. • Create opportunities for members to gain and The world’s largest gathering of women Grace Hopper was a United States Navy offi- expand their technical knowledge through technologists brings the research and cer during the late 1940s, developed the projects, WiCHacks, tech talks, and conferences. career interests of women in computing first compiler for an electronic computer, to the forefront. and is known as the “Mother of COBOL.” Karen Spärck Jones was a pioneer of infor- • Organize social events to provide both network- mation retrieval and natural language ing and relationship-building opportunities. ◦ Harvard WeCode Conference­— processing, Roberta Williams did pioneer- An event for college technology students to ing work in graphical adventure games for • Accumulate technical news, knowledge, and expand your skills, build your network, and personal and is credited with information to encourage the involvement of promote women in technology. creating the graphic adventure genre, and women in the field of computing and provide Frances Allen became the first IBM Fellow in a clearer path to success within it. ◦ Women in Cyber Security Conference— 1989 and worked in programming Bringing together hundreds of women languages and security codes for the • Encourage young women in grades K-12 in cyber security from academia, research, National Security Agency (NSA). to explore computing through outreach and industry for sharing experiences, programs, camps, and mentorship. networking, and mentoring.

4 Computing and Information Sciences Programs of Study

The B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences is one of the most comprehensive computing colleges in the nation. Computer Science cs.rit.edu

Laura Corrigan

Hometown: Riverside, CT Major: Computer Science Co-op Placements: Software Engineer Co-op, Communication Systems Division, Harris Corporation; Summer Co-op, Global Technology Division, A career field evolving at lightning speed . Corporate Trust Team, Bank of America Clubs and Campus Activities: Solve challenging problems Go deeper into an area of specialization Events Committee Head, Women in Computing; RIT Orientation Leader; In the computer science major you’ll learn how After your foundation course work, you’ll Computer Science Ambassador to approach computing problems from the concentrate on one or two computing areas, perspective of a scientist, and discover new solu- such as intelligent systems, data management, Laura Corrigan was asked to repre- tions to challenging problems in the computer theory, languages and tools, distributed sent RIT at the 2016 Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing, lab as you prepare for cooperative education systems, computer graphics and visualization, the world’s largest gathering of female work assignments, your future career, and a life- security, or architecture and operating systems. technologists . It’s just one of the ways time of learning. The curriculum provides you Free electives allow you to minor in other disci- she gives back to RIT, and to future with a broad background in software develop- plines, further enhancing your skill set. female students interested in majoring in computer science . ment, computer science theory, the operations of modern digital computer systems, and What you’ll study “Supporting and empowering fellow systems comprising multiple computers, as well students by sharing my experiences First and Second Years Third through Fifth and providing mentorship, motivation, as a look at select application areas. Years and resources to my peers on campus Computer Science I, II Project-based Calculus I, II Concepts of Parallel and or to the next generation of students The introductory computer science sequence Discrete Mathematics for Distributed Systems is extremely rewarding and mutually places an emphasis on understanding problems, Computing Principles of Data beneficial,” Corrigan said . Mechanics of Programming Management developing suitable solutions, and introducing Introduction to Computer Analysis of Algorithms Her leadership role with Women in students to object-oriented programming. Science Theory Programming Language Computing has resulted in her organiz- Probability and Statistics I Concepts ing events ranging from workshops Courses in mathematics, science, and liberal Concepts of Computer Professional for students in the STEM fields to arts complement the strong technical core. Systems Communications hosting industry speakers from Google, Introduction to Software Introduction to Intelligent Engineering Systems Microsoft, and Intuit . “These events Linear Algebra Cooperative Education cultivate a supportive network, as well Work on problem-solving teams Cooperative Education Free Electives as alleviate fears and doubts many Today’s computer scientist is likely to work on First Year Writing Computer Science Electives students have in their ability to thrive one team after another for an entire career, so General Education— General Education— in technology fields,” she said . Liberal Arts and Sciences communication skills are essential. You will Liberal Arts and Sciences Year One: College Corrigan credits RIT with opening complete three writing intensive courses, and Experience many doors of opportunity for her . courses in the liberal arts and sciences round Wellness Education “RIT has exposed me to numerous out your curriculum. In addition, the major unique experiences and organizations that have provided remarkable oppor- features several team-based lab projects and This program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation tunities,” she said . Commission of ABET, abet.org. assignments, and offers a number of extra­ Accelerated BS/MS option available. curricular clubs and competitions where your Approved independent study projects are also available. teamwork skills can be put to the test.

6 Computing and Information Sciences Computing and Information Technologies cit.rit.edu

hardware and software, but they are also become proficient in securing and managing them as well.

A choice of advanced tracks You may choose two advanced tracks designed to provide in-depth study in an area of interest. These courses serve to enhance your career objectives and personal interests. Advanced tracks are available in database, enterprise administration, networking and communica- tions, web administration, or web development.

Develop teamwork skills Computing and information technologies Solution architects features an innovative and acclaimed capstone leading us into the future . project, a yearlong course where students solve a complex problem in a team setting. You will work with your peers from other computing A broad curriculum majors as well as in collaboration with interna- Students in the computing and information tional students from RIT’s global campuses in technologies major use their hands-on Croatia and Dubai. This unique exercise allows approach to technology to solve complex you to develop skills in problem solving, inter- problems. While these students are designers national relations, and teamwork. and builders, they are primarily enablers. They translate user needs and create custom solu- What you’ll study tions that address complex problems and help them meet organizational goals. They play an First and Second Years Third and Fourth Years Foundations of Information Information Requirements integral role in any type or size organization, Processing Modeling working behind the scenes to deploy leading Computational Problem Designing the User Solving I, II Experience edge technology to any facet of an organization. Discrete Math, Calculus, Senior Development The ability to understand the breadth of Statistics Project I, II computing technology and the versatility Computer System Concentration Courses Concepts General Education— to apply it in any industry segment is the core Introduction to Routing Liberal Arts and Sciences principle of this major. and Switching Free Electives Task Automation Cooperative Education System Administration Computing technology becomes more Introduction to Database Concentration Tracks Web and Mobile I, II integrated into the fabric of our personal Database Technical Communications Networking and and work lives every day. This drives the General Education— Communications Liberal Arts and Sciences demand for computing professionals who Web Development First Year Writing Enterprise Administration have broad, practical skills to facilitate these Wellness Education Web Administration interactions across a variety of industry sectors. Year One: College Experience A hospital needs a stable web presence; our students can build it. A government agency needs a database developed to track disaster relief efforts; our students can design it. The possibilities are numerous, and are growing every day. CIT students not only learn to design and implement complex systems of

Rochester Institute of Technology 7 7 Computing Security csec.rit.edu

Cameron Clark

Hometown: Saco, Maine Major: Computing Security, BS/MS Minors: Web Development, Software Engineering Co-op Placements: Web Application One of the fastest growing computing disciplines . Tester, Indeed .com; Application Tester, Apple A balanced curriculum employment sectors in the world. If your interest Clubs and Campus Activities: The computing security major boasts a unique is in graduate study, this program at RIT also Captain, RIT Cyber Defense Team blend of theory and lab-based courses, as well provides a foundation for further academic work. as opportunities for independent exploration. Cameron Clark likes to break things . This habit will serve him well as a In addition to a foundation in computing secu- To support our curriculum, we have extensive computing security professional, where rity, you’ll study programming, ethics, databases, lab facilities including an air gap lab that allows he will be tasked with figuring out how networks, and computing systems. Your core students to experiment with malware and cyber hackers break into websites or servers competencies will expand to include crypto­ defense techniques without danger of impact- to disrupt financial networks or to steal sensitive information . His involvement graphy, authentication, and security models. ing any other RIT computing environment. We as captain of the RIT Cyber Defense Liberal arts requirements help you develop also have a security lab, and make extensive use Team has prepared him well for the ancillary skills in writing, critical thinking, analy- of virtualization and cloud computing. challenge . At competitions, the team is given a network to defend against sis, and interpersonal communications as you professional cyber security experts who develop a global perspective. What you’ll study stage a series of attacks . Clark's team needs to know every way a system can First and Second Years Third and Fourth Years break so they can identify when and A choice of advanced courses Fundamentals of Introduction to Database where an attack is happening . In addition to core courses, you’ll complete six Computing Security and Data Model advanced security courses, which will provide Computer Science I, II Introduction to “The competition is probably some of you the opportunity to expand your knowledge Project-based Calculus I, II Cryptography the best networking I’ve ever experi- Discrete Mathematics for Authentication and Security enced,” Clark said . in one of several different areas of security such Computing Models as infrastructure security (network and system Programming for Security Cyber Security Policy The regional and national competitions Probability and Statistics I, II and Law are also networking events with top security), secure coding, mobile security, or digi- Lab Sciences Ethics cyber defense firms, such as Amazon, tal forensics. You will complete the curriculum Reverse Engineering Advanced Courses in Computing Security the Department of Homeland Security, Linear Algebra by participating on a team-based senior project. Principles of Web App and the U .S . Air Force, engaging with Introduction to Routing and Switching Security the student competitors . “We’re the Career outlook Network Services Capstone in Computing best teams in the nation, so these or- Systems Administration Security ganizations want to hire us,” Clark said . Demand for professionals who can identify Cooperative Education General Education— Liberal Arts and Sciences Students also meet with professional security vulnerabilities, prevent intrusions, First Year Writing security experts . “We get to meet them General Education— Free Electives face-to-face, talk to them about things and detail the extent and nature of data breaches Liberal Arts and Sciences Cooperative Education they have done professionally, how when they occur—and apply these skills to Year One: College Experience well we are doing in the competition, new systems and technology as they emerge— and what we could do better,” he said . Wellness Education Co-op Seminar “If I want to move into the industry, I increases every day. As a graduate of the already know a bunch of people I can program, you can look forward to an exciting and network with ”. challenging career in one of the fastest growing Accelerated BS/MS option available.

8 Computing and Information Sciences Game Design and Development igm.rit.edu

Stefan Lewis

Hometown: Woodbridge, VA Major: Game Design and Development Clubs and Campus Activities: RIT Pokémon League Interested in game design and development? Co-op Placement: NTID Learning Game At RIT, you’ll hit the ground running . In “World Building,” a course that invites students to create worlds, characters, What it takes such as Sony Computer Entertainment of and entire narratives of their own, Stefan Lewis began to visualize the RIT’s game design and development major is America, Rockstar Games, Microsoft Games landscape for “The Mavericks of the intended for those who aspire to hold careers Studios, Sledgehammer Games, 343 Industries, Magnificent West,” a video game he within the professional games industry or a and Activision, among others. developed with his roommate and small team of developers . related field such as serious or casual games, simulation, edutainment, or visualization. A This major is also particularly well suited to “Essentially, I wanted to make a magic strong interest in math and physics also will prepare students for further study in RIT’s system,” Lewis said . But he needed to find a hook, or some element no else serve you well in this major. Mastery of master of science degree in game design and had done before in a magical environ- programming skills is essential, as is careful development. ment . Through writing assignments attention to detail and aesthetics. that tasked him with thinking critically about the world he was creating, Lewis What you’ll study found his niche . “I ended up creating a Knowledge from every angle magical wild west ”. Lewis is hoping to This major lets you explore the entertainment First and Second Years Game Development and commercialize the game and launch First Year Writing Algorithmic Problem it on STEAM or Nintendo Switch . technology landscape and other related areas Solving I, II Year One: College Ultimately, he’s hoping MAGIC Spell while pursuing a broad-based university educa- Experience Website Design and Implementation Studios will help him launch the game . tion. You will complete core courses in computing Introduction to Interactive MAGIC Spell is a commercial studio Media Wellness Education located on campus that develops and and information sciences, then pursue a block of Interactive Media General Education— Liberal Arts and Sciences publishes digital media, including video course work in advanced studies customizable Development Interaction, Immersion, games, films, art installations, and more . to your individual interests and career goals. and the Media Interface Third and Fourth Years In-depth exploration of topics such as game Data Structures and Game Design and When he graduates, Lewis wants find Algorithms for Development II work in the gaming industry . “One thing design, game production, and game architecture­ Games/Simulation I Data Structures and I’ve really enjoyed about developing round out your education, giving you a thorough Discrete Mathematics Algorithms for the ‘The Mavericks of the Magnificent College Physics I Games/Simulations II West’ project is that I’ve had my hands grounding in development processes. Co-op Preparation Rich Media Web Applica- in everything . I’ve been the creative Workshop tion Development I director of the game, so it’s my job Mathematics of Graphical Advanced Electives Career opportunities abound Simulation I, II Free Electives to make sure the look and feel of the Growth in the field of game design and develop- 2D and 3D Animation and Cooperative Education entire game—the writing, art, music, Asset Production ment shows no sign of slowing down. As you can General Education— programming, and design—all mesh Game Design and Liberal Arts and Sciences well,” he said . “I’ve found that this is really imagine, competition for these positions is fierce. Development I what I want to do, a position that’s Your degree from RIT will go a long way toward somewhere between creative director making sure you stand out in the employment and programmer ”. crowd. Our graduates work for industry leaders Accelerated BS/MS option available.

Rochester Institute of Technology 9 9 Human-Centered Computing hcc.rit.edu

The intersection of computer advancements and understanding human behavior with technology .

Fundamental to human-centered computing Develop teamwork skills (HCC) is a focus on humans as individuals and in Human-centered computing features an innova- social contexts, and their behavior with technol- tive capstone project, a yearlong course where ogy. With roots in multiple areas of computing, students solve a complex problem in a team psychology, and design, HCC studies these setting. You will work with your peers from other varied disciplines to understand the way in which computing majors as well as in collaboration people use technology. Given society’s growing with international students from RIT's global reliance on computing, technology is no longer campuses in Croatia and Dubai. This unique the exclusive realm of tech-savvy individuals; exercise allows you to develop skills in problem industry has recognized the need to make soft- solving, international relations, and teamwork— ware and devices that are usable by a wide building a foundation for career success. variety of people. HCC topics of consideration include the design, evaluation, and implementa- What you’ll study tion of interactive computing systems and the understanding of ways in which such systems First and Second Years Third and Fourth Years can transform our lives. This major prepares Year One: College Design for Accessibility Experience Concentration Courses students for careers in industry or graduate study, Computer Problem General Education— offering options to specialize in different areas of Solving: Information Liberal Arts and Sciences Domain I, II Free Electives HCC depending on individual student interests Web and Mobile I, II Senior Development in computing, design, or psychology. Ethics in Computing Project I, II Introduction to Psychology Cooperative Education Cognitive Psychology Choose a concentration Introduction to Concentration Tracks Statistics I, II Students complete a set of core courses in Accessibility New Media Digital Design psychology, computing, and design before Design Survey I, II Front End Development selecting two concentrations from the follow- Research Methods I, II Psychology Foundations of HCC Instructional Technology ing offerings: accessibility, design, front-end Foundations of Mobile Natural Language development, psychology, instructional technol- General Education— Processing Liberal Arts and Sciences ogy, or natural language processing. Students Wellness Education may use additional electives to further their depth of understanding, or complete a minor in another field.

10 Computing and Information Sciences New Media Interactive Development igm.rit.edu

Each year, senior students from the new media interactive development major and the new media design major, housed in the College of Art and Design, come together to create an interactive digital product as part of their senior capstone project . Adobe, sponsor of this year’s New Media Team Project, challenged the seven cross-disciplinary teams to create new user experiences that take advantage of the interaction between hand- held mobile devices and big screens . The cross-disciplinary work aims to give both visual design and students the tools needed to create the next generation of web, desktop, and mobile applications for the interactive design and development fields .

Design and develop new and creative interfaces for communicating with people .

The new media interactive development major rations, interaction design labs, casual game provides you with a balanced background in studios, advertising agencies, educational soft- design and technology. Foundation courses ware companies, and other related businesses. focus on web design and development, programming, mobile apps, user interface and Job prospects are strong experience, and graphic design. You’ll also gain There is virtually no area of society that does experience in concept development, animation, not benefit from the capabilities new media and project management. offers. In light of such high demand, you can look forward to an employment market with Interdisciplinary education extremely interesting and diverse jobs. Required and elective courses provide you with outstanding technical skills, while course What you’ll study work within RIT’s College of Art and Design strengthens and refines your design capabilities. First and Second Years Mathematics of Graphical Simulation In your senior year, you will join students from First Year Writing Year One: Mobile App Development other RIT new media programs to complete a College Experience Statistics or Calculus team project that tackles real-world challenges. New Media Interactive Wellness Education Design and Algorithmic General Education— Problem Solving I, II, III Liberal Arts and Sciences Active learning Introduction to Interactive Media Most new media courses are held in active- Third and Fourth Years New Media Design Physical Computing Imaging learning classrooms, where you can put theories Current Topics in Interactive New Media Design Development and concepts to the test while they are being Elements I New Media Design discussed in class. In addition, you’ll be able to Website Design and Career Skills Implementation New Media Team Project take advantage of RIT’s cooperative education Interactive Media New Media Advanced Development program, alternating time studying on campus Electives Interaction, Immersion, Cooperative Education with paid, professional employment in locations and the Media Interface General Education— across the country. New media interactive Discrete Mathematics Liberal Arts and Sciences development co-op students have worked for Rich Media Web Applica- tion Development I web development departments of large corpo-

Rochester Institute of Technology 11 Software Engineering se.rit.edu Get the training and experience you need to build quality software systems .

In RIT’s software engineering major you will Kayla Davis learn the skills you need to develop quality soft- ware that meets the needs of the customer and Hometown: Middlebury, VT is delivered on time, within budget, and without Major: Software Engineering defect. The major emphasizes the engineering design of software and the development prac- Co-op Placements: PowerShell Core Team, Health Team, Azure Team, tices needed to bring software projects from Microsoft Corp . (three placements) ideation through to deployment and continued Clubs and Campus Activities: President, maintenance and evolution. RIT’s Society of Software Engineers; member, Women in Computing The major provides a flexible offering of elec- tives courses. You can tailor these courses to As the president of the Society of Software Engineers, a student-run your interests in areas that complement your organization with nearly 100 members, work in the required software engineering Kayla Davis is helping to build a courses. In your senior year, you will complete a supportive environment for students in any computing major, especially team-based senior project where you will solve female students . Just don’t ask her a real-world problem for a corporate, govern- what it means to be a woman studying ment, or nonprofit sponsor. computing . “It means that one day I hope this isn’t a question that needs to be asked,” she said . “Code is code and A community of students I write software just like anyone else Students develop strong connections to our What you’ll study in the field . Hopefully it’s the products dedicated academic advisers. The Society of that I build that are focused on, not the fact that I’m a woman ”. Software Engineers adds to this community First and Second Years Third through Fifth Years by offering technical, mentoring, and social Computer Science I, II Davis has completed three co-ops Project-based Calculus I, II Engineering Fundamentals activities throughout the year. You can take of Computer Systems with Microsoft . She helped to create a Discrete Mathematics for Computing Engineering Secure platform for PowerShell development advantage of the student-run mentoring lab to University Physics I, II Software support . “At the end of my internship ask questions related to your courses, or attend Applied Statistics Human-Centered Require- I demoed what I made to about 50 study sessions scheduled prior to major exams. Communication ments and Design of my closest coworkers, and it was Software Systems Require- Or if you have an idea for a cool project, pitch it Personal Software received really well,” she said . “One of Engineering ments and Architecture my coworkers even interrupted my to the Projects Committee to get support and Introduction to Software Software Engineering Electives presentation to ask when he could have other students work on it with you. Engineering use the tool that I had made ”. Engineering of Software Software Engineering Subsystems Senior Project I, II Analysis of Algorithms At Microsoft, Davis has worked on three Exciting career opportunities Mathematical Models of Software Engineering Math/Science Electives different teams, which has given her a Software engineering is rated among the top Software Process and Free Electives chance to explore different areas of the employment fields. Our graduates are highly Project Management Cooperative Education company . Her co-ops have given her First Year Writing General Education— insight into how best she likes to work: sought after by employers in every industry Year One: Liberal Arts and Sciences on smaller teams with a consumer sector that develops software as a product, a College Experience Wellness Education product focus . “Switching teams has service to be sold, or a tool to run its business. been really good . I’ve gotten a chance General Education— to see different parts of the industry,” Opportunities include such positions as soft- Liberal Arts and Sciences she said . “I’ve gotten a good breadth ware architects, developers, programmers, This program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation of experience ”. consultants, researchers, and analysts. Commission of ABET, abet.org. Accelerated BS/MS option available.

12 Computing and Information Sciences Web and Mobile Computing wmc.rit.edu

Building the next generation of computing applications .

An innovative degree Develop teamwork skills Web and mobile computing explores ubiqui- Web and mobile computing features an innova- tous application delivery with a firm focus on tive and acclaimed capstone project, a yearlong the end user experience. The major combines course where students solve a complex a prob- users and technology to bring out the best in lem in a team setting. You will work with your both. What truly sets our graduates apart is peers from other computing majors as well as in their ability to see the world through the eyes collaboration with international students from of the user. Creating an effective, impressive RIT’s global campuses in Croatia and Dubai. app begins with solid code and good design, This unique exercise allows you to develop but understanding user expectations is the skills in problem solving, international relations, cornerstone of that process. Coupled with a and teamwork—building a foundation for robust developer skill set, you will produce career success. apps that connect with multiple users across varied environments. The curriculum is struc- What you’ll study tured with this in mind. Courses are designed to teach you how to integrate the back end First and Second Years Year One: College Experience code with the front end user interface, and you Foundations of Information Processing will be able to do it across several languages Computational Problem Third and Fourth Years and platforms. This full stack knowledge Solving I, II Server Programming Discrete Math, Calculus Application Development enables you to impact the application design Principles Practices process at all levels, and will make you stand and Patterns Senior Development Foundations of Project I, II out to potential employers. Mobile Design Concentration Courses Networking Essentials General Education— for Developers Liberal Arts and Sciences Select an advanced track Designing the User Free Electives You will choose from four advanced tracks, all Experience Cooperative Education designed to further your career objectives and Introduction to Database Web and Mobile I, II Concentration Tracks personal interests. Advanced tracks are avail- Client Programming Web Application able in web application development, mobile New Media Design I Development Database Connectivity application development, geographic infor- Geographic Information and Access Systems mation systems, and wearable and ubiquitous General Education— Mobile Application Liberal Arts and Sciences development. Development First Year Writing Wearable and Ubiquitous Wellness Education Development

Rochester Institute of Technology 13 Related Majors

Computational Bioinformatics Mathematics Computer Engineering College of Science College of Science Kate Gleason College of Engineering rit .edu/science rit .edu/science rit .edu/engineering

A fast-growing field A foundation to build on The computer engineering major begins with Bioinformatics is changing the way science RIT’s computational mathematics major the basic principles of science, mathematics,­ and technology interact. It can help reduce provides a foundation in mathematics and computing. Since computer engineering the cost of drug and vaccine development, through courses in calculus, differential is closely related to both electrical engineering permit unprecedented biological image equations, graphs and networks, abstract and computer science, you’ll study computer analysis, and provide an understanding and linear algebra, mathematical modeling, architecture, digital systems, VLSI design, of biological processes that were unimagina- numerical analysis, and several other areas. interfacing, computer networks, and real- ble as recently as 10 years ago. You will gain extensive computing skills time programming. You’ll also take courses in through a minimum of nine high-level computer science, including data structures, A curriculum courses in programming, computer operating systems, and object-oriented designed for success system design, and more. Your studies will programming languages. During your fifth The bioinformatics major features a curriculum focus on using the computer as a tool to year, the capstone project will put your skills developed by faculty in RIT’s departments­ of solve mathematically modeled physical to the test as you participate in developing a biological sciences, chemistry, computer problems, a concept reinforced through working prototype of a team-based multi­ science, mathematics and statistics, and project-oriented team assignments and disciplinary design. information technology. Courses are taught laboratory sessions that emphasize real- by faculty members who are experts in world applications. You also can complete Weighing your options biotechnology, computer science, and RIT’s MS program in computer science with The computer engineering major offers information technology. In laboratory exercises as little as one extra year of study. professional electives that allow you to tailor and assignments—all designed to emulate your curriculum to your career aspirations. projects you will encounter on the job— Graduates in demand Microchip design, wireless networks, and you’ll learn how to sequence DNA, then RIT graduates are eagerly sought by many artificial intelligence are exciting career fields. use sophisticated computer programs to employers. Upon graduation, you’ll join You may also choose to complete electives analyze the sequence and predict molecular our successful alumni who are working as in high-performance computing, integrated models. You will learn how to interpret vast mathematical analysts, scientific program- circuit design, software and embedded amounts of data, predict targets for new mers, software engineers, systems analysts, systems, networks and security, or computer drugs, or determine routes to gene therapy. and more. vision and image processing.

14 Computing and Information Sciences Computer Film and Animation Management Engineering Technology (Animation option) Information Systems College of Engineering Technology College of Art and Design Saunders College of Business rit .edu/engineeringtechnology rit .edu/artdesign rit .edu/business

An emphasis on The film and animation major recognizes the A leader in business skill development moving image as an expressive force uniquely In the management information systems RIT’s computer engineering technology important to modern life. It emphasizes major, course work exposes you to a range major bridges the gap between hardware production, with students working their first of state-of-the-art computing, networking, and software by providing you with a year in 16mm film, digital video, and animation. and information processing systems. Hands- solid foundation in both areas and tying The major’s goal is to prepare students to on lab experiences give you a thorough them together with a curriculum that produce, creatively and practically, their own understanding of networks and computer includes intensive classroom, laboratory, independent work and/or fulfill professional technology. As a result, you’ll be able to design and cooperative­ education components. production responsibilities in any medium practical, cost-effective, and customized The curriculum includes the underpinnings suitable to their interests and abilities. systems that help meet an organization’s of math, physics, circuit theory, digital need for information. electronics, and microprocessor-based Animation option hardware and software design. Through The animation option covers 2D, 3D, and stop Career opportunities a variety of theoretical learning, laboratory motion animation. Courses in 2D animation Career paths for MIS graduates include exercises, and projects, students learn begin with character design and progress business and systems analysis, manage- industry-standard approaches to hardware through dynamics and sequences. 3D courses ment and information technology consulting, and software development with a focus on teach students all aspects of computer enterprise systems analysis, database appli- embedded systems design and integration. animation. Modeling in Polygons, NURBs, cation development and administration, In order to customize your educational and Subdivision surfaces is taught, with an network design and administration, web experience, you may select from a variety emphasis on a balance between heavy detail systems development, and information of technical areas including audio, and economy of animation. Other areas technology project management. computer science, telecommunications,­ include character rigging, set construction, or wireless networks. dynamics, character animation, particles, and compositing. All aspects involved in creating stop motion films are covered. Students are taught animating technique, wire armature construction, and set construction.

Rochester Institute of Technology 15 Media Arts and Technology Motion Picture Science New Media Design College of Art and Design College of Art and Design College of Art and Design rit .edu/artdesign rit .edu/artdesign rit .edu/artdesign

The media arts and technology major incor- The motion picture science major provides The new media design major offers a porates the convergence of technologies an education in the fundamental imaging unique course of study in the field of that allow content to be created, formatted, technologies used for the motion picture interactive and digital media. You will stored, and then shared via computer-based industry. Students learn to work across a gain experience in concept development, publications, printed material, online services, wide spectrum of the motion picture industry, information architecture, animation, and various forms of interactive media. from research engineering roles at technol- inter­active development, digital Students to build skills not only in traditional ogy providers like Sony, Technicolor, Dolby, photography and video, and multimedia. publishing but also in database management, and others to technical post-production new media production, networking, and positions such as digital color correction, A computing collaboration mobile communications. sound design, visual effects, and more. You will also explore design for mobile devices, entertainment multimedia, user- Co-op prepares you for success The technology of filmmaking interface design, motion graphics, and You will spend two blocks in a paid coopera- Students engage in course work that covers other areas of new media, while sharing tive education experience with a related imaging physics, motion picture engineering, courses with the new media interactive business, learning the ropes of the printing film and digital image capture, film scanning, development major within the Golisano and publishing industries. These real-life digital image manipulation, color science, College of Computing and Information experiences will assist you in your ultimate visual effects, and digital and traditional Sciences. Collaboration between these job search. Upon graduation, students can projection. Facilities provide students hands- majors will allow you to experience a truly work with photographers, graphic designers, on experience with the same equipment being dynamic interdisciplinary curriculum. As advertisers, and publishers to create cross- used in major motion picture production. a graduate of the new media design major, media communications that inform,entertain, you will be prepared to work in a team- and persuade others. Graduates have found based environment, meeting the growing positions in advertising production, digital demand for interactive professionals. imaging, print production, and Web design and development.

16 Computing and Information Sciences Faculty

Professors Laurence Sugarman and Steve Jacobs work with student Kenneth Stewart on MindGamers, a role-playing video game platform in development at RIT's MAGIC Center. The package is designed to teach calming and self-regulating skills to teenagers with autism spectrum and obsessive-compulsive disorders. In RIT’s fast-paced and stimulating envir­onment, our approach to teaching In computing and information sciences makes us different. Our faculty place emphasis on using their real-life at RIT, there are over 180 full-time faculty. experiences to give you perspectives on what it takes to be successful in Collectively and individually they are the real world. Their teaching is grounded in reality, and their roles in the an incredible resource for students. computing and information sciences industries mean courses, assignments, Here are just a few examples of our and projects are timely and relevant. There are no graduate teaching outstanding faculty. assistants—you are taught by professionals who are interested in guiding future computing and information technology leaders.

Yin Pan, professor of computing security and associate director of the college’s doctoral program in computing and information sciences, focuses on security audits and digital forensics. Her current research interests include game-based digital forensics that utilizes the game-based learning approach to introduce forensic concepts and technologies,­ and malware analysis using machine learning and memory forensics analysis.

Hans-Peter Bischof, professor of computer science and co-director of RIT’s Laboratory for Astrophysical Dynamics, leads a project titled Spiegel. The visualization system allows a user to explore the simulation by moving through time and space in a three- dimensional environment. Spiegel was developed as a team effort, with more than 30 undergraduate and graduate computer science students providing assistance.

Tae (Tom) Oh, associate professor of information sciences and technologies, utilizes his networking and security background to research ways to increase independence for people with disabilities. He also designs algorithms to address safety and navigation issues in Vehicular Area Networks (local networks in and around moving vehicles that enable devices to communicate). Oh developed the “Smart Cane,” which allows deaf and blind people to better navigate using ultrasonic object detection and tactile feedback.

18 Computing and Information Sciences Andy Meneely, assistant Linwei Wang, assistant grid. She is also interested in pedagogical professor of software professor in the Ph.D. approaches for making cybersecurity engineering, analyzes department, is director pervasive across non-computing disciplines how software developers of the Computational and high school curricula. collaborate in large teams. Biomedicine Laboratory He focuses on how to and leads research Ivona Bezáková, associate measure team activity that seeks and develops professor of computer and coordination, and how team dynamics methods, algorithms, and systems for science, believes anyone impact software quality and security. mapping the electrophysiology­ and can understand the electromechanics of the heart. Her research mathematical foundations Ian Schreiber, assistant will lead to more effective, and less invasive, of computer science. “Many professor in the School cardiac treatment methods. people will tell you they of Interactive Games were bad at math in high school and will and Media, worked in the Matt Huenerfauth, never be good at it,” she says. “I am not willing gaming industry for eight associate professor of to accept that, because oftentimes you just years as a programmer and information sciences need to demystify the formulas, provide moti- game designer. He worked and technologies, is the vation, and change your viewpoint.” Bezáková on several popular game titles, including director of the Linguistics sees math as a problem-solving tool for Playboy: The Mansion and Marvel Trading and Assistive Technologies programming and algorithmic thinking. Her Card Game. He also developed training/ Laboratory and co-director courses in Algorithms, Advanced Algorithms, simulation games for two Fortune 500 of the Center for Accessibility and Inclusion and Introduction to Computer Science Theory companies. Schreiber authored two books, Research. His research focuses on computer allow students to apply mathematical tech- Challenges for Game Designers and Breaking accessibility and assistive technology for niques to real-world computing problems. into the Game Industry. people with disabilities, natural language processing, human-computer interaction, Dan Ashbrook, assistant Michelle Harris , assistant and the computational linguistics of professor of information professor in the School American Sign Language. sciences and technologies, of Interactive Games and focuses his research in the Media, is a media artist. Rennie Bailey, associate area of human-computer Her work mixes digital/ professor of computer interaction, where he multimedia elements science, researches concentrates on new inter- with materials such as applied visual perception action techniques, devices, and applications. texture, sound, and light to engage the in computer science. He has been researching wearable and mobile audience while addressing the roles of Bailey’s research seeks to computing, with the goal of allowing people to women in American culture. Her work has exploit ever-expanding be less focused on their technology and more been shown at the ACM SIGGRAPH, World knowledge of the human visual system to engaged with the world, while still reaping the Maker Faire, and reActor International develop innovative computer graphics benefits of their devices. He is also the director Conference on Digital Live Art. applications, novel rendering techniques, of the Future Everyday Technology Lab. and better display systems. His research Mohamed Wiem Mkaouer, activities are motivated by a multidisciplinary Jessica Bayliss, associate assistant professor of study in the areas of computer graphics, professor in the School of software engineering, physiology, physics, psychology, and art. Interactive Games and focuses his research on Media, conducts research software quality, systems Sumita Mishra, associate in the areas of brain- refactoring, model-driven professor of computing computer interfaces, engineering, and software security, researches on treating amblyopia using testing. He has collaborations with industrial security and privacy for first person shooting games, and developing companies on the use of computational resource-constrained an anaerobic digestion simulator for teaching search and evolutionary algorithms to address devices and networks, and students enrolled in advanced placement several software engineering problems such cybersecurity pedagogy. environmental science courses. Her interests as software quality, software remodularization, Her current work focuses on the study of lie in game engine creation, systems design, and software evolution. privacy-preserving techniques for the smart and game design.

Rochester Institute of Technology 19 Co-op and Experiential Learning

Today’s top employers are looking for ambitious graduates who couple enriching experiences outside the class­room with a high-quality academic background . At RIT, you get both .

Real-world preparation • Test your skills during the anual Northeast best way to develop the necessary business The necessary elements of a satisfying and and National Collegiate Cyber Defense success skills—leadership, decision-making, rewarding educational experience are cutting- Competition, where teams of students main- communication, professionalism, flexibility, edge academic programs, outstanding faculty, tain and enhance an enterprise computing and independence—you’ll need on the job. and first-rate facilities—all of which you’ll find environment, then defend it from attack initi- at RIT. In today’s world, however, that’s not ated by computing professionals. In 2013, Experience that pays enough. You also need to find a way to make RIT won the national championship title. Besides being a great way to gain professional your education “real.” To successfully face the In 2014 and 2015, RIT placed in the top three, experience, co-op also provides you with a challenges that await you upon graduation, finishing second and third, respectively. salary—real income that you can apply toward you must prove your ability to tackle real-world tuition, books, and living expenses. What’s problems and operate in real-world settings. • Team with students from RIT’s College of more, no tuition is charged for the semesters Imaging Arts and Sciences on new media you are employed as a co-op student. Through varied experiential learning opportu- projects that propel your skills to the next nities and our renowned coop­­erative education level while cementing lifelong friendships. How it works program, RIT helps you “keep it real.” RIT’s Office of Career Services and Cooperative • Participate in the Study Abroad program, Education offers instructional materials, work- Value-added learning living and learning in another culture. shops, and access to thousands of job postings Simply translated, experiential education and employer contacts to help you through means learning by doing. These initiatives put Work while you learn the entire work preparation and job search classroom lectures and textbook theories to Cooperative education is the most extensive process. A coordinator assigned to your the test, all the while letting you hone your and intensive of experiential education experi- academic program will work with you one-on- sense of direction and purpose. ences at RIT. Co-op is full-time, paid work one to achieve your employment and career experience directly related to your course of goals as well as guide you as you complete RIT’s computing and information sciences study and career interests. In addition to gaining your co-op assignments. All you need is an students receive a full array of experiential professional work experience and developing a open and inquisitive mind and a passion for learning opportunities. A few to consider: critical network of contacts, co-op is often the exploring and developing your career interests.

20 Computing and Information Sciences Graduate school

Many RIT students set their sights on graduate school. Our students enjoy a high rate of acceptance into top-tier graduate programs in computing, the sciences, business, education, and other areas. Below is just a sampling of the top graduate schools where our students have chosen to continue their studies.

Babson College Recent employers Boston University A sample of recent co-op and permanent placement employers includes: Carnegie Mellon University Case Western Reserve University Adobe Systems eHealth Global IDI Billing Solutions Parsons Cornell University Technologies Inc. Ahold Inc. Indeed.com Paychex Inc. Drexel University Alstom Transport Electronic Access Intel Corporation Philips North America Solutions-Lenel Duke University Amazon Interactive Pictometry EMC Corporation Georgia Institute of Technology American Greetings Intelligence Inc. International LLC EnerNOC Inc. Johns Hopkins University Apple Intuit Rochester Software Epic Games Associates Harvard University Autodesk, Inc. iRobot Expensify Sesame Workshop Iowa State university Blizzard Entertainment JPMorgan Chase Facebook Sherwin-Williams Massachusetts Institute of Technology Bose Corporation Juniper Networks FactSet Research Space X New York University Box, Inc. Kodak Alaris Systems, Inc. Symantec Corporation Northeastern University Brand Networks Inc. Liberty Mutual Federal Bureau of Target Corporation Ohio State Cartoon Network Investigation LinkedIn Tesla Motors Penn State Central Intelligence Fidelity Investments Little Monsters Thomson Reuters Rhode Island School of Design Agency FM Global Lockheed Martin Twitter Rochester Institute of Technology Cisco Meraki Frontier Corp/ M&T Bank School of Visual Arts Cisco Systems Inc. A Citizens Comm. Co. Microsoft Corporation Verizon Wireless Syracuse University Citigroup Fujifilm North America MIT Lincoln Laboratory Vmware University of Buffalo CloudCheckr General Electric Mitre Corp Wayfair University of California, Berkeley Computer Systems Global Printing MOOG Inc. Wegmans Food (Global Thinking) Markets Inc. Corporation (CSC) NASA Goddard Space University of Cincinnati Constant Contact Google Flight Center Windstream University of Maryland Darkwind Media Harris Corporation NASA Langley Research Workinman University of Michigan Datto Inc. HP Center Xamarin University of Rochester Dell SecureWorks HubSpot National Security Agency Xerox Corporation University of Southern Denmark Disney Interactive Hudl NetApp Yahoo! University of Virginia Dreamworks Animation IBM Corporation Northrop Grumman Virginia Tech EagleDream iD Tech Camps NVIDIA Corporation Technologies (Internal Drive) Oracle

Rochester Institute of Technology 21 Undergraduate Research

Research where professors including Jessica Bayliss and Undergraduate students at RIT have the oppor- Owen Gottlieb are exploring games and learn- tunity to collaborate with faculty members on ing initiatives that help students learn topics innovative and exciting applied research proj- through gameplay. ects. The Golisano College is augmenting its strengths in accessibility and computing secu- New connections. rity while expanding its research in emerging New security needs. areas such as pervasive computing, personal- While computing security has been a ized medicine, and games for learning and major research focus at Golisano College for social impact. The college’s research portfolio years—researchers study viruses and other has grown with the hiring of esteemed vulnerabilities in the college’s secure airgap researchers. lab—security research is now expanding to additional departments. Andy Meneely, assis- Accessibility and learning tant professor of software engineering, studies Sign Language The college has recruited former head and software repositories to understand how collab- Animation Technology founder of IBM’s Accessibility Research Group orative development occurs and how software Vicki Hanson, as well as computer scientist and processes can be designed to prevent vulnera- Matt Huenerfauth (right) directs the linguistics expert Matt Huenerfauth, who has bilities like the 2014 Heartbleed bug. Linguistic and Assistive Technologies Lab performed leading research in American Sign at RIT. Providing American Sign Language Language (ASL) animations. Both professors Finally, college researchers are exploring ways (ASL) on websites can make information and bring cross-disciplinary expertise to RIT that computing pervades each facet of our lives services more accessible, especially for creates new opportunities for research with and finding ways that devices can interconnect people with lower English literacy. Currently, colleges such as RIT's National Technical to enhance these experiences. Mohan Kumar, some websites use videos of human signers, Institute for the Deaf. professor and chair of computer science, and but it is difficult and costly to make content updates. Huenerfauth is creating software other faculty are involved in research related to automatically produce an animation of We continue to grow our portfolio of cross- to pervasive systems. Kumar co-developed the ASL based on an easy-to-update script, disciplinary research in accessibility, security, concept of distributed opportunistic comput- thereby making it easier for companies and and personalized medicine. Faculty members ing in which resources on user devices provide organizations to put ASL content on the web. also are securing funding in emerging areas information and services useful to other Wearing a motion-capture body suit, eye- like pervasive computing and wearable tech. users and applications. His current research tracker, and gloves, research participants addresses ways to apply distributed, opportu- perform ASL sentences, and software uses Cross-disciplinary research is also ongoing in nistic computing to areas like health care, this data to produce natural animations. the School of Interactive Games and Media, transportation, and crisis management. Scott Farrell is performing the sign “live.”

22 Computing and Information Sciences Facilities

There’s no question that RIT has one of the most modern, high-tech campuses in the nation .

We’ve taken a leadership role in academic • five computer science teaching labs, one • The Computer Architecture and Digital computing by continually upgrading our open computing lab, and five specialty labs Computer Organization labs in RIT’s Kate technology infrastructure. Our two OC3 with over 150 desktop machines that Gleason College of Engineering are equipped connections to the internet, 20,000 network support Ubuntu, Windows, and Mac OS, with PC workstations, electronic measuring connections, 530 miles of Ethernet cable, equipment, microprocessor/microcontroller and an 8-million-foot fiber optic backbone • an information technology lab complex boards, and software for digital system provide computing access that is hard to beat. that houses more than 300 computers design, digital signal and image processing, RIT is also one of a select group of universities distributed among several specialty labs, control systems, and networking. with access to the Internet2 research network. including cross-platform web browser/ server, and Oracle-based database labs. • The Very Large Scale Integration Lab Get connected houses workstations that run CAD tools As an undergraduate student, you’ll be in Here are some additional computing from Synopsys and MentorGraphics for a hands-on learning environment at the facilities you’ll find at RIT: chip design. cutting edge of technological developments in your field. The Golisano College houses • The Golisano College’s School of • The Real-Time Systems Lab is used for more than 50 classrooms and labs equipped Interactive Games and Media features senior design projects involving embedded for both instruction and specialized research a wide variety of world-class computing systems in applications such as robotics, in areas such as security, robotics, and vision/ facilities, including studio-style classrooms, gaming, imaging, and security. artificial intelligence (AI). Labs within the collaborative computer workstations, college include: sound studio, and video production • Computer labs in RIT’s Saunders College environment, including green-screen of Business are equipped with state-of-the- • a networking and distributed systems lab, capability. All are supported on the back art workstations featuring Intel Core i7 featuring dual-processor PC workstations end by high-speed networks and access processors, and software used by Fortune and file servers, across campus. 1000 companies.

Rochester Institute of Technology 23 The MAGIC Center (short for Media, Arts, Games, Interaction, and Creativity) bridges the gap between research and prototyping, and enables students to bring industry polish and commercial scale and support to myriad projects . This allows these works to have wider and greater impact . For this reason, MAGIC is composed of both a research laboratory (in which many other labs and working groups are housed or affiliated) and a production studio (Magic Spell Studios), which leverages projects in ways that can more broadly disseminate games, production projects, and digital media ventures to peers and to the public at large . MAGIC is intended as a university-wide, cross-disciplinary center in which faculty, staff, student researchers, artists, and practitioners come together to create, contextualize, and apply new knowledge in a multitude of related fields and disciplines .

• MAGIC Spell Studios began as a commercial • The New Media Lab in RIT’s College of Art • Student team rooms—Teamwork is a major studio that has been developing and publish- and Design is equipped with 25 Apple iMacs, component of the computing industry. ing digital media—such as games, apps, films, and software packages used in the design, Our facilities include 11 team rooms that art installations, and interactives—since 2013. printing, publishing, digital video, and provide space for teamwork and group The studio helps students grow their ideas animation industries. discussion. Instructors incorporate team into products and companies, and engages rooms into your class sessions so that you students and faculty across multiple disci- • The Barschel Lab is equipped with 25 can immediately engage with your team plines to build these digital products from the Apple iMacs and a complete suite of 2D and and begin working on the computing proof-of-concept stage into refined proto- 3D graphic design, imaging, illustration, concepts you learn in the classroom. types that demonstrate commercial viability. web development, and motion graphics In 2016, the studio published the game “Hack, software packages. • Real-time and embedded systems lab—Jet Slash & Backstab” on Xbox One, making RIT engines, cellular phones, medical devices, the first university in the country to publish • The 3D Lab features 23 PC workstations and robots are examples of systems that could to this platform. A new 43,000-square-foot running a suite of the latest Autodesk and not operate without software running in real building, also known as MAGIC Spell Adobe applications. time on embedded processors. This lab will Studios, will feature a state-of-the-art help you learn how to develop software for sound stage, tiered theater with a projec- • Studio labs and the collaboration lab— these dynamic systems. tion booth and a cinema-quality All of our courses are taught in a studio lab audiovisual system, sound mixing and environment that is designed to increase • A forensic and mobile security lab as well color correction rooms, and numerous student-­instructor interaction. By seamlessly as a dedicated lab isolated from the rest of labs and production facilities. This facility, mixing lectures and hands-on class exercises, the campus’s networks allows for the in- which is set to open in fall 2018, will support you will start working with the most depth study of viruses, firewalls, and other RIT’s recent designation by Empire State complex concepts before the class session computer vulnerabilities. Development as a digital gaming hub. even ends.

24 Computing and Information Sciences Academic Enrichment

RIT’s Study Abroad programs and international campuses unlock a world of opportunity for our students . RIT oper- ates in five countries abroad (including Croatia, pictured here) and through our partnerships with other universities offers more than 250 programs in over 50 countries world- wide . Our study abroad programs help our students gain valuable, unforgettable cross-cultural experiences while further preparing them for success in an increasingly globalized economy .

College is a place where you should challenge yourself with not only your academics, but also special projects and programs that can help you reach your academic goals, then exceed them .

Chief among these special initiatives are on computing topics such as artificial intelli- Honors students from across the university. applied research opportunities, study abroad, gence and functional programming, as well The Honors capstone presentation is a formal, and the RIT Honors Program. Each gives you as German language instruction. public presentation based on material devel- the chance to stretch and test your abilities oped in the student’s course of study. while providing a mark of distinction that is Honors Program guaranteed to impress prospective employers. The RIT Honors Program provides a challenging, Outside the classroom, Honors students individualized, and rewarding experience for benefit from enhanced cooperative educa- Study Abroad students who have distinguished themselves tion placements and a substantial menu of The Study Abroad program enhances the academically. The program complements­ your extracurricular opportunities. Special housing understanding of other cultures. You may degree requirements with exceptional oppor­ in Gibson Hall is guaranteed for freshman study full time in RIT-affiliated programs in tunities for research, travel, and professional and upperclass Honors students. more than 20 countries around the world. In development. addition, the computer science department Accelerated dual-degree options of the Golisano College, in affiliation with Honors students have access to special The Golisano College offers a number of accel- SUNY Oswego, offers a five-month study courses, seminars, projects, and advising. erated dual-degree options for outstanding­ abroad program in Osnabrück, Germany. They also have early course registration privi- undergraduate students who wish to earn Students receive a mix of seminar classes, leges, and participate in a dedicated general both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in traditional lectures, and practice sections education curriculum that brings together approximately five years of study.

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Student Life

Among the world’s leading technological universities, RIT is an exciting living and learning environment where students find an engaging and challenging academic setting, a strong commitment to undergrad­uate education, and a vibrant campus life .

Students from all 50 states and more than Center houses the ice arena where our men’s 100 countries find the RIT campus, and and women’s Division I hockey teams play. Rochester, N.Y., full of life. RIT is the only university in the country with an ESPN Sports Center desk where students You will find your social circle includes friends can test their broadcasting skills while from all majors and from many different reporting on their favorite Tiger sports. cultures. Clubs and activities, sports, field trips, concerts, and cultural events all shape Currently there are more than 300 student the social scene at RIT. There are a number of clubs and organizations on campus, offering opportunities you can take advantage of to opportunities to network with professionals foster lifelong friendships while building your in your field, compete in national competi- academic portfolio. tions, and meet students who share your interests. Here are just a few of RIT’s organi- Community service zations and social clubs that might be of RIT is active in community service as a interest to you: College Activities Board, university, and our College of Liberal Arts Dance Team, Debate Society, Global Union, promotes and encourages service to the Habitat for Humanity, Pre-law Association, community at large. Students have RIT Philharmonia, and RIT Science Fiction performed community service for Habitat Association. for Humanity, organized the annual Mud Tug to raise money for organizations such as the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and arranged conferences with local business leaders. The time spent involved in clubs and organizations can help build relationships that last well after graduation, and is a plus on your resume.

Sports, recreation, and activities The campus is alive with sports and recre- ation activities. RIT’s men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic teams have a history of excellence, and more than half of our undergraduate students participate in an intramural or club sport team each year. The Gordon Field House and Activities Center is a state-of-the-art athletics and recreation facility featuring a spectacular fitness center, an indoor track, an aquatics center, and multi­purpose gyms. The university also features the Ritter ice arena, an outdoor track, outdoor tennis courts, and playing fields. The newly opened Gene Polisseni

Rochester Institute of Technology 27 Alumni

Our graduates are changing the world . Here are just a few of our notable alumni:

Tad Hunt Alex Kipman Katie Linendoll John Resig Co-founder and chief Technical Fellow, Microsoft Tech expert for NBC’s Creator, jQuery technology officer of Exablox TODAY Show

Tad Hunt (’97, computer science) Alex Kipman (’01, software Katie Linendoll (’05, informa- John Resig (’05, computer is the co-founder and chief tech­ engineering) is the Technical tion technology) is an Emmy science) is the creator of jQuery, nology officer of Exablox, a Silicon Fellow of new device categories Award-winning TV personality, a JavaScript library that helps Valley-based venture focused on in the Operating System Group writer, tech expert, and global programmers more quickly redefining the economics of enter- at Microsoft. An innovator at tech consultant. In those roles, create dynamic websites that prise storage. Hunt has more than heart, Kipman has led four major she spends as much time in the display on a range of browsers. 18 years of experience in infor­ breakthrough products for the field as she does on her laptop. Resig’s library of features funda- mation technology, most of it company, including Kinect in Linendoll has interviewed mentally changed the way dedicated to some of the most 2010. Microsoft HoloLens is his hundreds of celebrities, tech developers work with the web, fundamental and complex aspects latest product creation, blending entrepreneurs, CEOs, and sports helping simplify scripting for of computer science: the design high-definition holograms with stars. She introduced Google browsers and offering companies and development of operating the real world. Kipman is named Glass to the NFL via the St. Louis like Google, Microsoft, and Apple systems, networking, and storage. as the primary inventor on more Rams (a piece that went viral), an important tool in managing Hunt’s initial career was focused than 100 patents since joining detoxed in digital rehab, won their online presence. Resig has on the design, architecture, and Microsoft in 2001. Kipman's the Guinness World Record for emerged as a leading figure in implemen­ tation­­ of systems rang- dedication to creating new performing the most “high fives” tech, publishing popular books ing from embedded consumer experiences with cutting-edge in 60 seconds, and shared the like Secrets of a JavaScript Ninja, devices to telco big iron. At RIT, technology propelled Kinect to stage with Lady Gaga— speaking at major tech confer- Hunt had his sights set on embed- become the world's fastest sell- all in the name of technology. ences like South by Southwest, ded software design. After an ing consumer electronics device. She also serves as a technology and serving as moderator for a undergraduate work experience As a result he entered Microsoft's consultant for NBC’s TODAY number of Reddit ‘subreddits,’ project, he joined AT&T’s Bell Labs Hall of Legends in 2011. He was Show, where she co-designed including the RIT subreddit, to work as a kernel developer on named one of TIME Magazine's and developed three apps, which he founded. the Inferno OS project. This led to 2011 “100 People of the Year.” including “Al’s Weather Rokies,” his appointment as senior engi- In 2012, the Intellectual Property for TODAY’s meteorologist neer on the PathStar project, Foundation named Kipman the Al Roker. one of the first VoIP telephone National Inventor of the Year. switches. He then became a principal engineer at Entrisphere, a last-mile telecom technology startup, from its inception through acquisition by Ericsson. Two years later, Hunt co-founded Exablox.

28 Computing and Information Sciences RIT in Brief

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international students . An additional 2,188 students which houses RIT’s hockey arena and accommodates COLLEGES AND DEGREE-GRANTING UNITS: are enrolled at RIT’s international campuses . 4,300; the Gordon Field House, featuring two College of Art and Design swimming pools, a fitness center, indoor track, and RIT is an internationally recognized leader in School for American Crafts an event venue with seating for 8,500; the Hale- preparing deaf and hard-of-hearing students for School of Art Andrews Student Life Center, with five multipurpose School of Design successful careers in professional and technical fields . courts, eight racquetball courts, and a dance/ School of Film and Animation The university provides unparalleled access and aerobics studio; the Ritter Ice Arena; and outdoor School of Photographic Arts and Sciences support services for the more than 1,100 deaf and facilities including an all-weather track, tennis courts, Saunders College of Business hard-of-hearing students who live, study, and work and several athletic fields . B. Thomas Golisano College of with hearing students on the RIT campus . Computing and Information Sciences EXPENSES: Full-time students enrolling for the Kate Gleason College of Engineering RIT ALUMNI number nearly 125,000 worldwide . first time and living in an RIT residence hall have College of Engineering Technology COOPERATIVE EDUCATION provides paid the following 2018-19 academic year expenses . We School of Media Sciences career-related work experience in many degree College of Health Sciences and Technology estimate that the typical student also spends an Wegmans School of Health and Nutrition programs . RIT has the fourth-oldest and one of the average of $2,054 per year for books, transportation, College of Liberal Arts largest cooperative education programs in the and personal expenses . National Technical Institute for the Deaf world, annually placing more than 4,400 students 2018-2019 College of Science in nearly 6,300 co-op assignments with nearly 2,300 Academic Year Chester F . Carlson Center for Imaging Science employers across the United States and overseas . Charges (two semesters) NTID* Thomas H . Gosnell School of Life Sciences School of Mathematical Sciences The RIT LIBRARIES consist of Wallace Library, the Tuition $43,546 $16,518 School of Chemistry and Materials Science RIT Archive Collections, and the Cary Graphic Arts Room (double) 7,598 7,598 School of Physics and Astronomy Collection . Wallace Library provides a vast array of Golisano Institute for Sustainability resource materials, both print and online, and is open Board (standard plan) 5,448 5,448 School of Individualized Study 24/5 during the academic year . Librarians associated Fees 584 584 with each college are ready to assist with research Total $57,176 $30,148 and class assignments . The RIT Archive Collections serves as the official repository for RIT’s historically * Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who are U.S. citizens enrolled in any undergraduate program and students FOUNDED IN 1829, Rochester Institute of valuable records and artifacts . The Cary Collection enrolled in the ASL-English Interpretation major will pay Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational is one of the country’s premier libraries on graphic these charges instead of the regular academic year charges. university with nine colleges and two degree- communication history and practices, and has a VISITS TO CAMPUS are encouraged and may be granting units emphasizing career-focused policy of liberal access for all students . For more arranged in advance by calling 585-475-6631 . Deaf education and experiential learning . information: http://library .rit .edu/ . and hard-of-hearing students may arrange campus THE CAMPUS occupies 1,300 acres in suburban HOUSING: Many of RIT’s full-time students live visits by calling 585-475-6700, toll free in the U .S . Rochester, the third-largest city in New York state . in RIT residence halls, apartments, or townhouses and Canada at 866-644-6843, or by videophone at RIT also has international campuses in China, Croatia, on campus . On-campus fraternities, sororities, and 585-743-1366 . Dubai, and Kosovo . special-interest houses are also available . Freshmen HOME PAGE: www .rit .edu are guaranteed housing . DEGREES: RIT offers the following degrees: EMAIL: admissions@rit .edu doctoral (Ph .D .) programs in astrophysical sciences STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Major social events and UNIVERSITY COLORS: Orange and brown and technology, color science, computing and activities are sponsored by the College Activities UNIVERSITY MASCOT: Bengal tiger “Ritchie” information sciences, engineering, imaging science, Board, Residence Halls Association, sororities, UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC TEAMS: Tigers mathematical modeling, microsystems engineering, fraternities, and special-interest clubs of many kinds . There are more than 300 clubs and student RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity and sustainability; master’s degree programs: within its workforce and provides equal opportunity to all quali- master of architecture (M .Arch .), master of business organizations on campus fied individuals regardless of race, color, creed, age, marital administration (MBA), master of engineering (ME), status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ATHLETICS: Men’s Teams—baseball, basketball, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability. master of fine arts (MFA), master of science (MS), crew, cross country, ice hockey (Division I), lacrosse, and master of science for teachers (MST); bachelor’s soccer, swimming, tennis, track, and wrestling The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide, upon degree programs: bachelor of fine arts (BFA) and request, all campus crime statistics as reported to the United bachelor of science (BS); and associate degree Women’s Teams—basketball, crew, cross country, States Department of Education. RIT crime statistics can be ice hockey (Division I), lacrosse, soccer, softball, found at the Department of Education website, programs: AS, AOS, AAS . http://ope.ed.gov/security, and by contacting RIT’s Public swimming, tennis, track, and volleyball THE RIT STUDENT BODY consists of approximately Safety Department at 585-475-6620 (v/tty). 15,700 undergraduate and 3,250 graduate students . RIT offers a wide variety of activities for students Enrolled students represent all 50 states and more at all levels of ability . More than 50 percent of our than 100 countries . More than 3,400 students from undergraduate students participate in intramural diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds are enrolled sports ranging from flag football to golf to indoor on the main campus along with nearly 2,700 soccer . Facilities include the Gene Polisseni Center,

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