Mission and Objectives
Mission and Vision of the Graduate Program in Computer Science and Technology (CTC)
The Graduate Program in Computer Science and Technology (CTC) aligns with the institutional principles of UNIFEI and contributes directly to fulfilling the university’s mission and vision. To achieve this, the program defines its mission and vision as follows:
CTC Vision
To be a national and international reference in the training of highly qualified professionals and researchers in Computer Science and Technology, fostering innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable social impact through research, education, and outreach.
CTC Mission
To train outstanding professors and researchers in Computer Science and Technology, integrating teaching, research, and outreach to develop innovative solutions that drive technological progress, meet societal needs, and promote sustainable and inclusive development.
Alignment Between the CTC and UNIFEI’s Mission and Vision
The mission and vision of CTC are closely aligned with UNIFEI’s institutional mission and vision. The program reinforces the university’s commitment to knowledge creation, dissemination, and application, as well as the integration of teaching, research, and outreach, which are fundamental pillars of UNIFEI.
By emphasizing innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable social impact, the CTC directly contributes to technological and sustainable development, supporting UNIFEI’s vision of being an inspiring and recognized institution that actively engages with society. As a result, the program positions itself as a strategic player within UNIFEI, driving scientific and technological advancements in alignment with the university’s institutional goals.
Core Values
- Efficiency in administrative and academic processes.
- Excellence in teaching, research, and outreach.
- Public-private partnerships to support applied research initiatives.
- Attracting and retaining top talent aligned with the principles and values of CTC/UNIFEI.
- Development, application, and validation of scientific knowledge to address societal needs.
- Promotion of technological innovation and support for technology-based startups.
- Collaborative spirit in academic, scientific, and administrative activities.
Objectives
- Train highly qualified professionals for research and teaching in the field of Computer Science.
- Contribute to the country’s scientific and technological development.
Concentration Areas
The Graduate Program in Computer Science and Technology (PPG-CTC) is structured into two main concentration areas:
- Computational Mathematics
This area is composed of the following research lines:
- Artificial Intelligence: Focuses on the research and development of artificial neural models, expert systems, fuzzy logic, rough sets, and genetic algorithms applied to various domains.
- Applied Computing: Covers software engineering, distributed applications, assistive technologies, databases, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
- Computer Systems
This area includes the following research line:
- Hardware and Software Foundations: Encompasses research and development in computer hardware systems and basic software, including computer networks, distributed systems, embedded systems, and operating systems.
About
- Degree: Master
- Capes' Rating: Grade 3
- Duration: 360 hours
- Campus: Itajubá
Coordination
COORDINATOR
Prof. Adler Diniz de Souza
adlerdiniz@unifei.edu.br
DEPUTY COORDINATOR
Prof. Sandro Carvalho Izidoro
sandroizidoro@unifei.edu.br
Scholarship Committee
- Professor Adler Diniz de Souza
- Professor Sandro Carvalho Izidoro
- Professor Melise Maria Veiga de Paula
- Professor João Paulo Reus Rodrigues Leite
- Gustavo Rezende de Almeida
Secretary
- Renata Rocha
- In-person Service: Monday to Friday from 8AM to 5PM
- posgrad.imc@unifei.edu.br
- (35) 3629-1738