Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Software Engineering (SE) derives its essence from computer science as other engineering disciplines do from natural or life sciences, with an emphasis on issues of process, design, implementation, maintenance, analysis and verification providing a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices as applied to software development.

Software Engineering and computer science differ in much the same way as do Electrical Engineering and Physics. Generally, engineering should be concerned with applying what we already know to create products, while science is more theoretical. Therefore, the goal of Computer Science, according to Parnas, “is to learn and extend the science”. Software Engineering on the other hand aims to use the science and technology already available to create products and tools for use.

ZUFEST offering a four years NCEAC recognized degree program (133 Credit Hours) with a balanced mix of Computing & Software Development subjects. The SE graduates develop, design and assess software that a computer uses to function. The problem solving skills are keys to the success in this endeavor. A software engineer can find its place to study existing apps, develop new software modules & programs or maintain the computer applications in a software house, IT firm, Bank etc. The average salary of Software Engineer ranges between 45,000 to 150,000 PKR. They can grow exponentially if keep updating the skill set with market needs. There’s a huge market for freelance SE graduate as an Entrepreneur.

Pakistan’s share of global I.T. sales is now $2.8 billion (up from $ 30 million in year 2000) (New York Times, Aug. 10, 2015)

Pakistan growing: About 1,500 registered firms and 10,000 IT grads entering the market annually (Washington Wire, 18th May 2015)

Pakistani programmers market ranks as No. 3 country in the world for supplying freelance programmers — behind only the United States and India. Pakistan’s freelance programmers already account for $850 million of the country’s software exports (New York Times, Aug. 10, 2015).

SCOPE AND OPPORTUNITIES

Software Engineer is the most in-demand job title across all industries, according to job site Glassdoor, employment growth for software developers between 2012 and 2022—significantly higher than the national average for all occupations.

These are some top industries where software engineers should find plenty of room for career growth:

• Research and Development
• Business and IT services
• Silicon valley Hi tech
• Government and Defense
• Retail
• Healthcare

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)

• PEO-1 Possess essential knowledge of software engineering fundamentals and ability to design, analyze and investigate the appropriate procedures using modern tools also capability to solve the complex Software Engineering problems.
• PEO 2: Engage and Succeed in their professional carriers through proactive involvement in societal needs for sustainable development, and ethical behavior.
• PEO 3: Demonstrate an ability to present and communicate effectively and able to perform as individual or team and show the managerial, entrepreneurial and leadership skills.
• PEO 4: Understand the importance of life-long learning through professional development, specialized certifications and pursue postgraduate studies and succeed in industrial and research careers.

SCHEME OF STUDIES

LENGTH OF DEGREE PROGRAM

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The criteria for students seeking admission to BS Software Engineering are as follows:

• Minimum 50% in SSC and HSC
• HSC with Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Arts & Humanities with Additional Mathematics subjects
• 3-year Diploma IT, CS with minimum 50%
• Students are required to appear for a written test and interview.

FEE STRUCTURE