Information and Computing Studies | National Technical Institute for the Deaf

As a student in the Information and Computing Studies Department, you'll benefit from a hands-on approach to the design and integration of technology. Depending on the program you choose, you'll learn to maintain computer software and hardware, install and maintain computer networks, and work with a variety of computer applications; or you'll focus on application design and development of mobile platforms. You'll build skills that are in demand, developing the ability to make computer systems, and the people who use them, smarter and more productive.

Degrees and Programs

Applied Computer Technology AAS

Unlock your tech potential with an AAS program in Applied Computer Technology. Dive into the world of programming.

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Applied Computer Technology AOS

Power the digital age with an AOS program in Applied Computer Technology. Innovate with cutting-edge tech.

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Applied Computer Technology AS (Associate+Bachelor’s degree program)

Embark on a coding journey with an AS program in Applied Computer Technology. Turn lines of code into solutions.

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Mobile Application Development AAS (Associate+Bachelor’s degree program available)

Due to explosive growth in the use of mobile computing devices, there has been an employment boom in the field of mobile application development, and the demand for new and innovative mobile apps is growing at an incredible speed.

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Student Spotlights

Becca Dingman

Applied Computer Technology / Human-Centered Computing / Human-Computer Interaction

Starting in the associate+bachelor’s degree program gave me a jump start to a bachelor’s degree.

Denis Faini

Applied Computer Technology / Computing and Information Technology

I traveled far to get access to the best education in the world for deaf people.

Information and Computing Studies Support Services

Services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in RIT's Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences

Information and Computing Studies support faculty provide tutoring services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students enrolled in RIT's Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. The support team is comprised of faculty who are professionals in their specific disciplines and peer tutors.

Services provided for students include individual and small group tutoring, co-op and career advising, and collaboration with the faculty and administrators in RIT’s Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences to support our students’ academic success.