Computing Exploration Program

The Computing Exploration Program provides students with exposure to six undergraduate computing programs within the Golisano College. Students in the Exploration Program take courses in (1) computer science, (2) information security and forensics, and (3) information technology programs, and may elect coursework in (4) software engineering, (5) networking and systems administration, or (6) medical informatics. The goal of the program is to enable students to make an informed decision about the computing program that is the best fit for them.

The computing exploration program has been carefully designed so that students will stay on track for graduation regardless of the program they ultimately select.

For more information: http://www.gccis.rit.edu/exploration

The Computing and Informatics Exploration program offers students the opportunity to explore computing before declaring a specific major. All students in this undeclared major take a one-credit course, Computing Exploration Seminar, which provides an overview of six computing majors. Students learn about the course of study in each program, career opportunities, and are introduced to the faculty, students, and laboratory facilities in each program.

During the first year, each student will take a two-course sequence in both programming and mathematics, appropriate for each option. An academic adviser will consult one-on-one to ensure each student stays on track. Students may choose a major at the end of any semester while in either of the exploration options. Course work taken while in the computing or informatics exploration option will be applied accordingly to the new program of study.