Software Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering prepares students with the knowledge and practical skills to function in entry-level positions within the profession. Software engineering relates to the conceptualization, design, implementation, deployment, and maintenance of software solutions (software development life cycle). At its core, the program seeks to provide the theoretical fundamentals of software development coupled with an appreciation and understanding of practical aspects and competencies required by industry. The program is designed to foster innovation through the flexibility of software engineering as a business problem-solving discipline.
Program Objectives
- Provide students with a comprehensive background in software engineering procedures and techniques.
- Provide the theoretical and formal foundations to ensure precision in the software lifecycle.
- Instruct students in the validation and verification of software artifacts.
Skills you will develop
- Abilities to identify, formulate, and solve software engineering problems.
- Long lasting understanding of the process in managing large-scale software projects.
- Having a business, technical, and analytical skills employers want.
- Proficiency in networking, cybersecurity, microprocessor technology, the mainframe environment, and client-server applications in the global business environment.
Understanding of core concepts such as programming, analysis, database, and application development.
Market Place
Web Site designers, Banks data centers, Application Programming developing companies, Network development technologies or any company that has a Computer Department
Types of jobs related to Major/Field (what kind of jobs are out there for me in my area?)
Computer programmer, Computer Analysis, Network Administrator, Database Administrator, Information Technology Data Center Manager, Cellular Phone Companies
What is next? (Graduate School options to complement my BA/BS)
Master in IT or Computer Science, PhD in IT and Computer Science
LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS
Major Courses
- Java Programming I
- Java Programming II
- Programming I
- Essentials of Networking
- Introduction to Algorithms
- Software Engineering I
- Multi-User Operating Systems
- Computer Architecture
- Human Computer Interface Design
- Software Maintenance And Evolution
- Discrete Mathematics and Probability
- Web Systems
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS
Major Courses
- Operating Systems
- Domain Specific Languages
- Theory of Computation
- Mobile Application Development
- Software Engineering II
- Software Design
- Software Testing
- Database Management Systems
- Compiler Construction
- Concepts of Parallel and Distributed Processing
- Project Management
- Cloud & Internet Computing
- Specifications of Software Systems
UPPER DIVISION GENERAL EDUCATION
General Education Courses
- Intermediate Statistics
- Professional Writing
- Management Information Systems
*Some courses are subject to change according to Keiser University’s internal policies.
Department Chair
Professor
Guillermo Jacoby, MBA
B.S. Industrial Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts.
M.B.A., INCAE Business School, Managua, Nicaragua.
Mr. Jacoby joined Keiser University – Latin American in 2018 where he is teaching courses Business and Technology. He is an International Consultant expert in Strategy and Business Process Improvement. Has given consultancy in North, Central and South America; East and Central Asia and Africa. Currently Mr. Jacoby is Chairman of Board of the Nicaraguan Association of Producers and Exporters (APEN). Vice-Chairman of the Board of the Central American Federation of Export Associations and Chambers. Sitting Member of the Superior Council of Private Enterprise of Nicaragua (COSEP) where previously he was Vice-President. Chairman of Board of Nicaraguan branch of a multinational company in the insurance sector, MAPFRE Seguros Nicaragua, S.A. In the Academic field, Mr. Jacoby was Dean of Engineering of Universidad American College (6 years) and Dean of Engineering of Universidad Americana (9 Years). He has been a university professor since 1987.
Our Faculty
Keiser University – Latin American Campus has a roster of qualified faculty with Ph.Ds and Master’s degrees from prestigious universities in the U.S. and Europe who, in addition to being student-centered, have extensive teaching and professional experience.
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