Description
The software development laboratory provides experience in various roles, working on large-scale projects using software engineering tools and techniques. In this first course in the sequence, students are introduced to the laboratory environment and work on assigned tasks as members of project teams.
Prerequisites
Materials
Required:- Introduction to the Team Software Process (SEI Series in Software Engineering) Watts S. Humphrey, Addison-Wesley, 2000
- Notebook computer required
Program Outcomes Containing SE 3091
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
- be able to apply software engineering practices and tools to the development of significant software components and systems
- be able to work within a defined software process and to contribute actively to its improvement
- be able to work in a small team with designated member roles, and to contribute to the overall success of a small software development organization
- be able to plan and track project activities, identify risks, evaluate alternative courses of action, and manage contingencies
- be able to communicate project and process information in written and oral form
- be able to research and apply independently learned knowledge and skills to the development of software components and systems.
Course Topics
- Software development laboratory processes and tools (3 classes)
- Team work on development projects (7 classes)
Prerequisites by topic
- Proficiency in software development using object-oriented design techniques, design patterns, and algorithms.
- Proficiency in the use of an individual software process.
Laboratory topics
- Introduction to software development laboratory projects, processes, and infrastructure (1 session)
- Team work on development projects (8 sessions)
- Project report presentations (1 session)
Course topics by day
ACCE content
| General Education |
Math & Science |
Business & Mgmt. |
Construction | Construction Science |
|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ABET/EAC content
| Engineering topics |
Design |
General education |
Math/Science | Other |
|---|
| 3 | 25% |
0 | 0 | 0 |
ABET/TAC content
| Communications |
Math & Science |
HU/SS |
Tech Content | Other |
|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Coordinator
Mark Hornick, Assistant Professor
Last review
Deepti Suri
on Oct 15, 2007
Last update
Deepti Suri
on Oct 24, 2007
