Accreditation & Assessment

The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering received accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET in August 2024. The ABET accreditation extends retroactively from October 1, 2021.

Software Engineering Educational Objectives

The educational objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at CSUSM are to produce graduates who, within three or five years after graduation, are able to:

1. Engage in professional practice as innovative problem-solvers with a strong work ethic;
2. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a team member and/or leader in an ever-changing professional environment; and
3. Continue their life-long learning such as progressing through advanced degree or certificate in programs in computing, science, engineering, business, and other professionally related fields.

Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are specific skills that students will possess at the end of the degree program. The SLOs of the undergraduate program in Software Engineering at California State University, San Marcos are aligned with the student outcomes (1) through (7) as recommended by ABET for accredited Engineering Programs.

Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering are expected to demonstrate:

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, security, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. an ability to 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. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies