COURSES OF INSTRUCTION - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
SE 2430
3 credits
Object-Oriented Programming & Data Structures I
An introduction to object-oriented programming. Emphasis on building and testing
classes using software engineering techniques. Includes study of a standard class
library and use of inheritance and polymorphism for building subclasses and
extensibility. Coverage of the stack and queue classical data structures. Discussion of
searching, sorting, and hashing techniques. Introduction to linked lists. P: COSC 1430.
SE 2630
3 credits
Object-Oriented Programming & Data Structures II
Continuation of the object-oriented programming and data structure topics from SE
2430. Coverage of pointers, templates, linked lists, trees, recursion, graphs, and
algorithm analysis. Use of software engineering techniques such as inspections, test
plans, and configuration management within a group-based project environment.
P:
SE 2430. C: MATH 2730.
SE 2730
3 credits
Introduction to Software Engineering
An introduction to software engineering principles, including discussions of development
methodologies, requirements analysis, project planning, software design, software
construction, software management, software quality, and CASE tools. Students gain
experience, via a team project, in the life-cycle development of software systems.
C: SE 2630.
SE 2950/2960
2 credits
Software Engineering Cooperative Education
Work experience in industry under the direction and jurisdiction of the College.
P: Sophomore standing and consent of cooperative education coordinator.
SE 297
0
1 credit
Software Engineering Internship
Work experience in industry under the direction of the Cooperative Education Office of
the College.
Note: This program is separate and distinct from the Cooperative
Education Program and is principally designed to cover the summer vacation period.
SE 3730
3 credits
Software Quality
Study of the topics related to producing quality software, including software quality
assurance, quality metrics, configuration management, verification & validation, reviews,
inspections, audits, and software process improvement models. Individual and team
projects. P: SE 2730.
SE 3950/3960
2 credits
Software Engineering Cooperative Education
Work experience in industry under the direction and jurisdiction of the College. P:
Junior standing and consent of cooperative education coordinator.
SE 397
0
1 credit
Software Engineering Internship
Work experience in industry under the direction of the Cooperative Education Office of
the College.
Note: This program is separate and distinct from the Cooperative
Education Program and is principally designed to cover the summer vacation period.
SE 411
0
1 credit
Software Engineering Seminar
The course consists of lectures/discussions presented by both software engineering
faculty and students enrolled in the class.
P: Software engineering major and
junior/senior standing.
SE 413
0
3 credits
Real-time Embedded Systems Programming
An exploration of programming techniques and constructs used to develop reliable
software systems capable of responding in real time to environmental changes. An
overview of the platforms, tools, and processes used in developing software for
embedded systems. Hands-on lab projects experimenting with real-time embedded
systems programming details.
P: SE 2630 and EE 3760. $
SE 4330
3 credits
Software Engineering Project I
Emphasis in applying software engineering knowledge learned in this course and
previous courses to a large, team-based, capstone project that spans two semesters.
In-depth study of several software engineering topics introduced in earlier courses,
such as requirements engineering; analysis and design methods; planning and
estimation; project management; and metrics. An introduction to formal methods for
specification and design. P: SE 3430 and SE 3730. $
SE 4730
3 credits
Software Engineering Project II
The project started in SE 4330 is continued and carried to completion. In-depth study
of several software engineering topics introduced in earlier courses, such as software
construction tools and issues; unit development, review, testing, and maintenance;
software reuse; and metrics. An introduction to current research issues in software
engineering.
P: SE 4330. $
SE 498
1-4 credits
Current Topics in Engineering
In-depth study of a current topic of interest to the engineering profession. The topic to
be covered will be identified in the course title. P: Consent of instructor.
SE 499
1-3 credits
ependent Study
vanced study in area of specialization selected by student and approved by faculty member. P: Consent
of department chairperson.
Some courses require the purchase of expendable supplies by the students.