Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering

The College of Engineering and Applied Science offers a Certificate in Software Engineering to qualified students. The program has two purposes: (1) to provide employees of local companies with an opportunity to enhance their software engineering skills and their chances for career advancement, and (2) to provide students currently enrolled in the Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) with more in-depth knowledge in software engineering to enhance employ ability and career advancement.  These courses can count towards the MSEE degree, the Master of Science in Computer Science degree or the PhD in Engineering/Computer Science concentration degree.

This certificate program provides specialized knowledge and experience in selected areas of software development and maintenance.

Program Prerequisites

• Knowledge of a modern programming language, e.g., Pascal, Java, or C++
• CS 1450 Data Structures and Algorithms
• Math 2150 Discrete Mathematics
• CS 3300 Software Engineering

Note: Some of these courses may have prerequisites, and any comparable course from another approved University will suffice.

To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the UCCS Admissions page.

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