In a world that is constantly changing, the faculty endeavors to provide students with the skills to adapt and to constantly be learning. This program offers comprehensive training in software engineering and artificial intelligence, covering development, design, testing, and maintenance of software systems as well as cutting-edge AI techniques. Graduates are prepared for dynamic careers at the intersection of technology and intelligent systems.
The Software Engineering Program
Students in the Software Engineering major will take the common Computer Science/Math core, specialized courses in software engineering and AI, as well as an application minor. Students will learn programming languages, design techniques, foundational AI methods, and machine learning frameworks to give them the ability to build future-ready software and intelligent systems. The program emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and the processes of developing AI-powered solutions focused on the end user.
Careers
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, Software Developers made a median income of $103,560 and System Analysts made a median income of $88,270 in 2017. The need for developers is expected to increase by 24% and analysts by 9% through 2026. A degree in Software Engineering could give you opportunities in positions such as these:
Information director
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Machine Learning Specialist
Data Scientist
AI Software Developer
Computer Vision Engineer
Natural Language Processing (NLP) Engineer
Web developer
Software engineer
Designer
Developer
Tester
MIS officer
Network administrator
Information technology specialist
Teacher
Trainer
Technical writer
System analyst
Website designer
Data architect
Internships
By participating in internships, students surround themselves with a professional environment while gaining experience in software engineering and artificial intelligence. Internship partners include organizations working in data analytics, machine learning, and automation technologies, offering students practical AI project experience:
Musco Sports Lighting, LLC.
Mahaska Communications Group (MCG)
Cargill Corporation
Pella Corporation
Army Corp of Engineers
VGM
Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Organizations
The AI Explorers Club welcomes all WPU students interested in artificial intelligence, software engineering and emerging technologies. Members explore software development and AI concepts through hands-on projects, hackathons, workshops, and guest speakers. Students gain experience with AI tools, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to community-impact projects using cutting-edge technology.