Concentration
Software Engineering
Computer Science majors with a concentration in software engineering gain experience in software design, development, life-cycle activities, human-computer interaction and system testing.
The concentration in Software Engineering equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue careers as software engineers.
Students gain experience in software design, development, life-cycle activities, human-computer interaction, and testing of systems. They also develop skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and assume leadership roles in software development organizations while adhering to professional standards.
Program Goals
The concentration in Software Engineering is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software systems that meet user needs and industry standards.
The programmatic goals are to:
- Gain expertise in various software development methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps.
- Enhance critical thinking and analytical skills to tackle real-world software engineering challenges.
- Engage in hands-on projects, both individual and team-based, to apply theoretical knowledge.
- Learn about software design patterns, principles, and best practices.
- Develop teamwork skills through group projects and collaborative assignments.
- Improve written and verbal communication to effectively share ideas and solutions.
- Build a solid understanding of fundamental computer science concepts such as data structures, algorithms, databases, and operating systems.
Program Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to write, debug, and maintain code in multiple programming languages.
- Apply various software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps in real-world projects.
- Analyze complex problems and develop efficient algorithms to solve them.
- Design software systems using appropriate design patterns and architectural principles.
- Implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.
- Plan, execute, and manage software projects, meeting deadlines and deliverables.
- Work effectively in teams, and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Create user-friendly and accessible software interfaces through user-centered design practices.
- Understand and apply ethical principles and professional standards in software engineering practice.
- Design, implement, and manage databases to support software applications.
Career Pathways
Graduates are positioned to:
- Secure employment as Software Developer/Engineer, Systems Analyst, Quality Assurance Engineer, Web Developer, Mobile App Developer, Database Administrator, IT Project Manager, and Full Stack Developer;
- Attend graduate school for masters or doctoral degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Systems Engineering, and Computer Engineering.
