Software Engineering, BSSE

Software engineers work to produce effective software applications for the benefit and use of mankind. They work in almost every industry creating and enhancing software as either a product or supporting mechanism. Software engineers are educated to analyze, problem solve, create, and optimize complex systems. They work over a wide range of scales, designing and implementing software in a predictable and reliable manner.

Traditional Degree Program Requirements (124 units)

General Education

The general education requirements will follow the curriculum set forth for other university programs. Some general education requirements will be met through specific Software Engineering requirements. Approximately eighteen (18) units of general education are not met in the specific core and Software Engineering requirements.

Math and Science Unit Requirements

^† A minimum of thirty (30) units of Math or Science coursework is required for the degree. Courses in the degree designated with a ‘^†’ meet this requirement.

Lower Division Core Engineering Requirements (15 units)

* Junior/Senior transfer students will complete EGR 301 , EGR 303 , and EGR 392 . All other students will complete EGR 101 , EGR 103 , and EGR 192 .
** Successful completion of EGR 202 is required for entrance into the Engineering degree program

Upper Division Core Engineering Requirements (14 units)

Math and Science Requirements (30 units)

CSC 312 - Algorithms ^†
EGR 182 - Introductory Mathematics for Engineering Applications ^†
EGR 225 - Discrete Structures I ^†
EGR 328 - Numerical Methods for Computing ^†
MAT 245 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus I ^†
MAT 255 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus II ^†
PHY 201 - Physics for Engineers I with Lab ^†
PHY 203 - Physics for Engineers II with Lab ^†
Two (2) units of approved science ^†

Lower Division Software Engineering Requirements (12 units)

Upper Division Software Engineering Requirements (31 units)

Cross Cultural Experience Requirement (0 units)

Engineering students are required to complete an approved cross cultural experience. Course credit is not required. A list of approved experiences are available in the College of Engineering.