B.S. in Software Engineering

Software engineering is the application of engineering principles and techniques in the process of software design, development, construction and maintenance. IEEE defines software engineering as “The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation and maintenance of software.” With computing as its foundation, software engineering seeks to develop and use systematic models and reliable techniques to produce high-quality software.

The Software Engineering program is designed to blend engineering principles, computing skills, project leadership, and software construction to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the field and prepare graduates for the workforce or future study. The Software Engineering major at CSUSM emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications with substantial laboratory work in software construction. Students in this major may choose to pursue one of two sequences. Along the systems sequence students will learn essential concepts and design principles for building real-time or embedded systems. Along the applications sequence students will learn skills and principles for building net-centric software systems that offer and consume services over the web.

Software engineers hold key positions in many industries — including medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing. As a graduate of this program, you should be well prepared to apply your knowledge, techniques, and skills to implement high-quality software and provide innovative solutions in industry and government.