Software engineering education in an electronic engineering degree

Abstract

The evolution and current state of implementation of a thread of software engineering education which runs through an electronic engineering degree course is described. The major educational aims and objectives are provided and the pedagogic methods used are outlined. Successes and practical problems related to the running of the course are discussed with a view to helping others who may wish to run a similar course. The course is viewed as providing a worthwhile educational experience. However, its continuing development is seen as being under threat due to the resources required to run it.