MJRU-SFTEN v.1 Software Engineering Major (B Comp)

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.

The primary objective of this major is to produce graduates well-versed in the principles of design, measurement and analysis applied in the context of the development of software-based systems. The major includes a strong foundation in the related discipline of computer science, but with emphasis on subjects relating to software requirements of gathering, design, implementation and testing. Students also receive a solid foundation in technical communication skills, security, professional responsibility, social effects, ethical aspects of software engineering practice, interpersonal relationships, team work and time management. The final year involves a group project of significant scope that gives graduates the opportunity to learn through practical application.

Career Opportunities

Graduates have a range of skills relating to the software lifecycle, including coding in teams, requirement elicitation, testing and documentation. The coverage of software and operational security in this course will be increasingly sought after given the international climate of cyber attacks and espionage.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Major/Stream Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. implement secure processes based on best practice when implementing and analysing software

2. evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and software technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions

3. identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation

4. document software development activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose

5. effectively use new and existing technologies recognising their advantages and limitations

6. sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development

7. recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software requirements, design and development

8. contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner

9. demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively

Duration and Availability

3 YEARS

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

* Choose an Elective Sem 1, Year 3

** Choose an Elective Sem 2, Year 3