Rodrigo Obando

Rodrigo Obando serves as an Associate Professor in the Computer Science department at Columbus State University's TSYS School of Computer Science. His academic career spans theoretical and applied computer science with expertise across multiple computational domains.

Education Background:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
• M.E. in Electrical Engineering, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
• B.S. in Electronics Engineering, Instituto Tecnologico de Costa Rica, Cartago, Costa Rica

Dr. Obando's research spans multiple specialized areas with significant contributions to Complex Systems modeling using Cellular Automata, including Rule Space Classification and Transformation. His work in Data Mining and Warehousing incorporates advanced visualization techniques for diverse data types. He has developed expertise in Fault-Tolerant Computing systems, distributed computing architectures, and performance analysis methodologies.

Additional research interests include 3D modeling, Computer Graphics, and VRML technologies. His visualization research encompasses both general Information Visualization techniques and specialized applications for accounting, financial, and marketing data analysis. Theoretical aspects of his work include Petri Nets modeling, Graph Theory applications, Network Modeling approaches, and Boolean Algebras with particular emphasis on Monotone Boolean Functions.

Dr. Obando actively mentors students through the ACM Student Chapter and Campus Nerds organizations. His teaching portfolio includes foundational courses like Data Structures and Object-Oriented Design, as well as specialized courses in Computer Graphics, Game Programming, and Programming Challenges. His educational approach emphasizes practical application of theoretical concepts through hands-on programming assignments and projects, with a strong focus on academic integrity and professional standards in computer science.