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Software Engineering: Key Practices for Developing and Maintaining Software
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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
1.7 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Final Exam (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Dive into the world of software engineering with this comprehensive course, covering the entire software development life cycle from project management to design, implementation, and maintenance.

What you'll learn
  • Manage software projects efficiently
  • Identify user requirements and translate them into effective software designs
  • Utilize modern analysis and design tools
  • Implement design strategies and manage complex software systems
  • Ensure software quality through rigorous testing methods
  • Apply best practices in software maintenance and performance improvement
  • Gain familiarity with CASE tools to streamline design and development
Who the course is for
  • Aspiring software engineers, programmers, and IT professionals
  • Project managers, business analysts, and system designers
  • Students and career changers interested in the technology sector
  • No prior formal training in software engineering required
Key features
  • Delivered online via Reed Courses Learning On Demand with immediate start
  • Suitable for learners wanting flexibility
Skills & outcomes
  • Skills-based course designed to build practical knowledge in software engineering
  • Gain skills applicable to roles such as Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Software Developer, Quality Assurance Engineer, or Project Manager in software development environments

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Overview

Step into the world of software development with the Software Engineering: Key Practices for Developing and Maintaining Software course. This comprehensive programme is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of software engineering, from project management to design, implementation, and maintenance.

Delivered fully online, this course offers flexible study options that allow you to learn at your own pace while mastering critical skills for managing the software development life cycle effectively. Whether you’re an aspiring software engineer or a professional seeking to enhance your expertise, this course equips you with the knowledge needed to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions.

Key Benefits You Will Receive:

  • A free final exam to assess your grasp of software engineering concepts

  • An official course completion certificate, awarded free upon successful completion

  • Training provided by a CPD-registered, UKRLP-listed, and AHOT-recognised provider, ensuring recognised quality and credibility

Prepare to advance your career with a qualification that reflects current industry standards in software engineering.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Assessment details

Final Exam

Included in course price

Curriculum

15
sections
15
lectures
1h 44m
total

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Description

This Software Engineering course covers the entire software development life cycle, providing learners with essential knowledge and practical skills. Beginning with an introduction to software engineering, you will explore how to manage software projects efficiently and understand the processes involved from inception to deployment.

You will learn how to identify user requirements and translate them into effective software designs, utilising modern analysis and design tools. The course covers design strategies and addresses the challenges of managing complex software systems, including user interface design and software implementation.

Testing is a critical focus, where you will study methods to ensure software quality before release. The course also emphasises best practices in software maintenance, highlighting how to sustain and improve software performance over time. Additionally, you will gain familiarity with CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering) tools to streamline design and development.

Delivered by Course Line, an award-winning educational brand, this course provides a free digital certificate upon completion, helping you demonstrate your expertise in software engineering and stand out in the tech industry.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals aiming to start or develop a career in software engineering. Aspiring software developers, programmers, and IT professionals seeking a structured understanding of software development processes will find the course invaluable.

Project managers, business analysts, and system designers wanting to enhance their knowledge of software engineering principles will also benefit. Students and career changers interested in the technology sector will gain a comprehensive foundation to support their professional growth.

Whether you are new to software engineering or looking to formalise your experience with recognised training, this course prepares you for success in a competitive field.

Requirements

To enrol in this Software Engineering course, learners should have:

  • Basic proficiency in written English to engage with course content and assessments

  • Reliable internet access and a device such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone for online study

  • An interest in software development, programming, or IT systems

No prior formal training in software engineering is required, making this course accessible to beginners and those seeking to build on existing skills.

Career path

Completing this Software Engineering course can lead to roles such as Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Software Developer, Quality Assurance Engineer, or Project Manager in software development environments. It also provides a pathway to advanced positions in software architecture and technology leadership.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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