Western Governors University School of Technology 39 courses 120 total credits
The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering prepares students to design, build, and maintain modern software systems while developing strong problem-solving and leadership skills. The program emphasizes practical, project-based learning in areas such as programming, algorithms, cloud computing, and software design, while also covering essential topics like security, databases, and Agile development. Upon completion of the program, graduates are equipped to pursue careers as software engineers, designers, and developers.β―
| Term 1 | 12 credits |
| Term 2 | 13 credits |
| Term 3 | 14 credits |
| Term 4 | 12 credits |
| Term 5 | 13 credits |
| Term 6 | 14 credits |
| Term 7 | 13 credits |
| Term 8 | 12 credits |
| Term 9 | 13 credits |
| Term 10 | 4 credits |
| Total Credits | 120 credits |
Term 1
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E063 | Introduction to Software Engineering | 3 |
| E064 | Mathematics for Programmers | 3 |
| D276 | Web Development Foundations | 3 |
| D370 | IT Leadership Foundations | 3 |
| Total Term 1 | 12 credits | |
Term 2
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E066 | Object Oriented Programming in Python | 3 |
| D197 | Version Control | 1 |
| E065 | JavaScript Programming | 3 |
| C955 | Applied Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| D459 | Introduction to Systems Thinking and Applications | 3 |
| Total Term 2 | 13 credits | |
Term 3
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E067 | Calculus I | 4 |
| E068 | Ethical Engineering | 3 |
| D426 | Data Management - Foundations | 3 |
| E069 | Foundations of UI/UX | 4 |
| Total Term 3 | 14 credits | |
Term 4
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E070 | Front End Development | 3 |
| E071 | Applied Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| D270 | Composition: Successful Self-Expression | 3 |
| D315 | Network and Security - Foundations | 3 |
| Total Term 4 | 12 credits | |
Term 5
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| C949 | Data Structures and Algorithms I | 4 |
| E082 | Linear Algebra for Engineers | 3 |
| E072 | Data for AI | 3 |
| D845 | General Physics I | 3 |
| Total Term 5 | 13 credits | |
Term 6
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E073 | Physics I Lab for Programmers | 1 |
| D287 | Java Frameworks | 3 |
| C458 | Health, Fitness, and Wellness | 4 |
| E074 | Agile for Software Engineering | 3 |
| D843 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| Total Term 6 | 14 credits | |
Term 7
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| D336 | Business of IT - Applications | 4 |
| E155 | Advanced Java | 3 |
| D686 | Operating Systems for Computer Scientists | 3 |
| D321 | AWS Developer | 3 |
| Total Term 7 | 13 credits | |
Term 8
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| D199 | Introduction to Physical and Human Geography | 3 |
| D288 | Back-End Programming | 3 |
| D339 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| D385 | Software Security and Testing | 3 |
| Total Term 8 | 12 credits | |
Term 9
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| D480 | Software Design and Quality Assurance | 3 |
| C963 | American Politics and the US Constitution | 3 |
| E075 | Special Topics in Software Engineering and AI | 3 |
| D284 | Software Engineering | 4 |
| Total Term 9 | 13 credits | |
Term 10
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| E076 | Applied Software Engineering | 4 |
| Total Term 10 | 4 credits | |
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