Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering)


Program Info (  Eligibility Criteria  )

Program Mission:
To provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for a professional career in computing and Software Engineering. The degree program follows Software Engineering in breadth covering core computing with a specialization in Data Science and its application within a code of ethics.

Career Opportunities:

The graduates of Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering) Degree may become software quality assurance engineer, systems programmer Embedded Software Engineer, Software architect, chief technology officer, chief information officer user interface designer, information system manager or computer graphic designer etc.

Award of Degree:

For the award of Bachelor of Science (Software Engineering) degree, a student must have:

  • Passed courses totaling at least 134 credit hours, including all core courses.
  • Earned CGPA of at least 2.00
Tentative Study Plan
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 1
1 NSxxxx Natural Science Elective 3+0
2 MT1003 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3+0
3 CL1000 Intro.to Info. And Communication Technology 0+1
4 CS1002 Programming Fundamentals 3+1
5 SS1013 Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan 2+0
6 SS1012 Functional English 2+1
7 AHX21 Arts & Humanities Elective 2+0
Total 15 + 3
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 2
1 SS1015 Pakistan Studies 2+0
2 MTxxxx Qualitative Reasoning I 3+0
3 EE1005 Digital Logic Design 3+1
4 CS1004 Object Oriented Programming 3+1
5 SS1021 Understanding of Holy Quran – I 1+0
6 SS1014 Expository Writing 2+1
7 SS1022 Understanding of Holy Quran – II 1+0
Total 15 + 3
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 3
1 SS1019 Understanding of Sirat-Un-Nabi PBUH NC+0
2 MTxxxx Qualitative Reasoning II 3+0
3 EE2003 Computer Organization and Assembly Language 3+1
4 CS2001 Data Structures 3+1
5 SS2043 Civics and Community Engagement 2+0
6 SE1001 Introduction to Software Engineering 3+0
7 SS1007 Islamic Studies/Ethics 2+0
Total 16 + 2
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 4
1 MT1004 Linear Algebra 3+0
2 CS2006 Operating Systems 3+1
3 MG4011 Entrepreneurship 3+0
4 SE2001 Software Requirements Engineering 3+0
5 SSX31 SS Elective I 3+0
Total 15 + 1
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 5
1 AI2002 Artificial Intelligence 3+1
2 CS3001 Computer Networks 3+1
3 CS2009 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3+0
4 SE2002 Software Design and Architecture 3+0
5 IDSxxxx Inter-Disciplinary Elective-I 3+0
Total 15 + 2
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 6
1 SEX01 SE Elective I 3+0
2 CS3002 Information Security 3+0
3 CS2005 Database Systems 3+1
4 SE3005 Software Construction & Development 3+0
5 SE3002 Software Quality Engineering 3+0
Total 15 + 1
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 7
1 SEX02 SE Elective II 3+0
2 SEX0 SE Elective III 3+0
3 CS4075 Cloud Computing 3+0
4 SE4091 Final Year Project - I 0+3
5 CS4001 Professional Certification 3+0
Total 12 + 3
Sr. No Course Name Crdt Hrs.
Semester 8
1 SEX04 SE Elective – IV 3+0
2 SEX05 SE Elective V 3+0
3 IDSxxxx Inter-Disciplinary Elective-II 3+0
4 SE4091 Final Year Project - II 0+3
5 SE4092 Fundamentals of Software Project Management 3+0
Total 12 + 3
6 SSxxxx Computing Internship * 0+1
Domain Cr. Hrs
General Education 34
Computing Core 48
Specialization Electives 30
Professional Certification 03
Interdisciplinary Courses 12
Computing Internship 01
FYP06
Total 134

Note 1: Total: 134

Note 2: Registration in “Final Year Project-I” is allowed provided the student has earned at least 103 credit hours, and his/her CGPA is equal to or greater than the graduating CGPA (2.0).

Note 3:  * Internship can be registered in any semester after the third and including the eighth semester. The Internship credit hours and grade shall be used in the calculation of the CGPA of the completed degree. It will not be used in the determination of semester CGPA and merit position.

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

  1. PO 1: Fundamental Computing Knowledge & Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate proficiency in applying acquired computing knowledge to fulfill professional responsibilities effectively and actively seek opportunities to explore emerging fields, advancements and research in computing to enhance organizational outcomes.
  2. PO 2: Ethical and Societal Responsibilities: Demonstrate a commitment to integrating ethical principles and societal concerns into their professional practices and decision making.
  3. PO 3: Communication Skills and Leadership: Proficiently communicate technical and managerial information, both orally and in writing, while effectively leading assigned groups/teams or operating in entrepreneurial environments.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1

Academic Education

Completion of an accredited program (BS SE)of study designed to prepare graduates as computing professionals

2

Knowledge for Solving Computing Problems

Apply knowledge of computing fundamentals, knowledge of a computing specialization, and mathematics, science, and domain knowledge appropriate for the computing specialization to the abstraction and conceptualization of computing models from defined problems and requirements

3

Problem Analysis

Identify, formulate, research literature, and solve complex computing problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental principles of mathematics, computing sciences, and relevant domain disciplines

4

Design/ Development of Solutions

Design and evaluate solutions for complex computing problems, and design and evaluate systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations

5

Modern Tool Usage

Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern computing tools to complex computing activities, with an understanding of the limitations

6

Individual and Team Work

Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings

7

Communication

Communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities by being able to comprehend and write effective reports, design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and understand clear instructions

8

Computing Professionalism and Society

Understand and assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts, and the consequential responsibilities relevant to professional computing practice

9

Ethics

Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice

10

Life-long Learning

Recognize the need, and have the ability, to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional