ACS 560 - Software Engineering

This course surveys the engineering aspects of software system design. It concentrates on such matters as formal specification and acceptance requirements, testing and quality management techniques, and the use of CASE tools as an aid to development. Depending on time available, it may include an introduction to database design, performance analysis, and project management tools. The course forms part of the required core for the ACS master’s degree.

Preparation for Course
P: CS 260 and either CS 460 or CS 367 or equivalent.

Cr. 3.
Notes
If you are majoring in this discipline, you may want to consider the Science and Engineering Research Semester. See information under Arts and Sciences (Part 3).