Master of Science in Software Engineering

Software Engineering Best Practices

Effective Communicator

Explain the role and impact of software engineering in contemporary business, global, economic, environmental, and societal context.

Articulates clear position/ purpose throughout the writing

Utilize software engineering principles to design database storage and systems architecture in software development.

Demonstrates control of layout/presentation, vocabulary, and uses of discipline-specific language

Develop working versions of software projects, creating artifacts and code for each phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Demonstrates control of diction, tone, or register appropriate to a diverse audience throughout the writing

Demonstrates proper usage of grammar and syntax throughout the writing (i.e., spelling, capitalization, punctuation, varied sentence structure)

Demonstrates proper documentation of direct quotes, paraphrasing, references, and citing sources

Process Assessment/Appraisal

Innovative Thinking

Produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare by utilizing the techniques, skills, and modern software engineering tools within the scope of the SDLC process.

Presents adequate information using sources that consider other perspectives

Analyze, design, and manage the development of a computing-based system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints in one or more application domains

Selects evidence that appropriately supports the position/purpose

Identify and apply appropriate SDLC techniques, testing models, processes and practices appropriate for the software development of a project.

Develops position/purpose with reasoning and consistency

States a conclusion aligned to development

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Christian Worldview

Analyze, evaluate and synthesize information as well as generate and apply appropriate solutions to solve problems based on reasoned rationale.

Examine the ideological foundation of the Christian worldview.

Identify and analyze contemporary issues for engineering better software performance.

Analyze the implications of the Christian worldview as it relates to human value and dignity.

Analyze ethical decisions made from the Christian worldview.

Examine the application of the Christian worldview within the context of discipline and vocation.

Communication

Transformative Leader

Present ideas in a logical framework in a variety of forms with proper language structure and mechanics.

Demonstrates personal accountability and responsibility with awareness of purpose

Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems by communicating effectively with a range of audiences through professional oral and written skills

Incorporates best practices with decision making, in alignment with goals

Make informed judgments by recognizing ethical and professional responsibilities in software engineering situations

Articulates aspects of respectful collaboration with all individuals (i.e., listening, open minded, sharing ideas, follow-through, conflict resolution, etc.)

Demonstrates transformative actions to inspire and motivate growth in others (i.e., developing trust, servant leader, impact on others, being intentional, clear goals, authentic, credible/trustworthy, etc.)

Collaboration and Leadership

Global Contributor

Demonstrate sound software engineering judgment to draw conclusions by articulating the knowledge of contemporary issues to achieve team’s goals and purposes.

Demonstrates knowledge of societal aspects of the world (i.e. languages, cultures, religions, art, history, political/social issues, etc.)

Establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives by leading and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Demonstrates an awareness and understanding toward diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives

Expresses the value and dignity of others through Christian virtues (i.e., compassion, respect, belonging, equity, acceptance, empathy, grace, objectivity, etc.).

Expresses the value and dignity of others through Christian virtues (i.e., compassion, respect, belonging, equity, acceptance, empathy, grace, objectivity, etc.).