Software Professional Certification - Level 1

Demonstrate your Foundational Knowledge in Software Engineering.

This certification recognizes candidates who have acquired the basic knowledge and understanding required for developing software products. It requires a coherent, demonstrable understanding of the principles and processes in software requirements, software design, software construction, and software testing. There are no prerequisites required for registration.

Exam Information

  1. Exam Format: Multiple-choice and scenario-based questions
  2. Exam Duration: 100 Minutes
  3. Delivery: Online, Remotely proctored
  4. Passing Score: 69%
  5. Results: Available immediately.
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Qualifications:

  • Recommended Education: 2+ years in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Recommended Work Experience: None required
  • Expected Capabilities: Contribute on a team under guidance
  • Example Role Fit: Entry-Level Software Professional
  • Technology Knowledge Requirement: Should know the stack used in the team/project

The Knowledge Areas (KAs) are defined by the Software Engineering Body of Knowledge (SWEBOK) as core components of software development. Candidates are expected to understand these KAs before attempting the exam.

Knowledge Areas

The content covered here can be found in SWEBOK v4.0a, numbered according to chapter. To see a full list of topics covered in SWEBOK by chapter, browse the Table of Contents.

  • 1. Software Requirements
  • 3. Software Design
  • 4. Software Construction
  • 5. Software Testing
  • 6. Software Engineering Operations
  • 7. Software Maintenance
  • 8. Software Configuration Management
  • 9. Software Engineering Management
  • 10. Software Engineering Process
  • 11. Software Engineering Models and Methods
  • 12. Software Quality
  • 13. Software Security
  • 14. Software Engineering Professional Practice
  • 15. Software Engineering Economics
  • 16. Computing Foundations
  • 17. Mathematical Foundations
  • 18. Engineering Foundations