Software Engineering Graduate Certificate
Program Overview
The Software Engineering Graduate Certificate program provides professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in software engineering principles and quantitative problem-solving methods. Emphasizing a practical approach, the program prepares graduates for leadership roles in software development and management, including positions as Software Engineers, Project Managers, and Systems Analysts. The program aligns with IEEE-sponsored Software Engineering Body of Knowledge guidelines and requires completion of specific software engineering courses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Software Engineering Graduate Certificate program is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and manage fail-safe computer systems. It caters to managers and software professionals seeking to become authorities on quantitative problem-solving methods. The program emphasizes a practical approach, utilizing real-world case histories and team-based problem-solving.
Objectives:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of advanced software engineering principles, including analysis and design, component-based architecture, configuration management, group dynamics, and testing, verification, and validation.
- Develop expertise in quantitative problem-solving methods for software engineering challenges.
- Enhance managerial judgment and decision-making skills in the context of software systems.
- Prepare for leadership roles in software development and management.
Careers:
The program prepares graduates for roles such as:
- Software Engineer
- Software Architect
- Software Project Manager
- Systems Analyst
- Quality Assurance Engineer
Other:
- The program follows IEEE-sponsored Software Engineering Body of Knowledge guidelines.
- The program requires completion of SSW 533, SSW540, and either two additional Software Engineering courses (SSW Prefix) or select two related electives.
- Program Director: Dr. Zhongyuan (Annie) Yu
