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Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering


Goals 4: Quality Education

Goals 8: Decent Work And Economic Growth

Goals 9: Industry, Innovation, And Infrastructure

Goals 17: Partnerships For The Goals

Description

The program is broad-based and covers the main aspects of the software engineering discipline, namely requirements analysis, design, testing and project management. It also covers the computer science fundamentals such as computer architecture, operating systems and computer networks. The curriculum is designed to strengthen both the conceptual and practical talents of students, thereby equipping graduates with a solid background to take-up assignments in industry and to pursue higher education programs.

Program Accreditation

The undergraduate program Bachelor of Science (BS) in "Software Engineering" is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (https://www.abet.org).

Program Educational Objectives

The undergraduate program of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Software Engineering is designed to graduate students who are expected to attain (within a few years) of graduation the following PEOs:

  1. Be successful in performing the duties of a software engineering related position.
  2. Be successful in completing an advanced degree program.
  3. Work as individuals with minimum guidance and as leaders or members in teams.
  4. Follow appropriate practices within a professional, legal, and ethical framework.
  5. Maintain currency through self-learning or other professional development.
Student Outcomes

The Software Engineering (BS) students by the time of graduation will have the ability to:

  1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  3. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  5. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  6. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Decent Work And Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all

Industry, Innovation, And Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation

Partnerships For The Goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development