UPI Study Colleges Thomas Edison State University Software Engineering
Thomas Edison State University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 301

CIS-2510 – Software Engineering at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's Software Engineering — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Software Engineering — transfers as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering at Thomas Edison State University
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Software Engineering
Computer Science 301 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
CIS-2510 – Software Engineering
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CIS-2510
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of software engineering, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Critically evaluate the essential elements and defining features of computer software across various fields, assessing their significance and applications in modern society
  • Analyze and evaluate foundational concepts, processes, and techniques in software engineering, applying them to real-world scenarios
  • Critically analyze and synthesize methodologies of system analysis within software engineering, proposing solutions to complex system issues
  • Evaluate and critique object-oriented analysis and design methodologies, designing improved approaches for organizing software around data to enhance modularity
  • Synthesize the crucial steps in the software engineering process and create frameworks incorporating best practices to optimize project outcomes
  • Analyze and adapt various systems development life cycles, designing customized methodologies tailored to specific project needs
📚Major topics covered
Fundamentals of software engineering Software process models & SDLC Agile & Scrum methodologies Extreme Programming (XP) Requirements engineering & modeling UML diagrams & data flow diagrams Object-oriented analysis & design Software architectural design Component-level design User interface design principles Software testing & verification Software security & reliability Project risk & change management Distributed computing & middleware Service-oriented architecture (SOA) Software as a Service (SaaS) Rapid Application Development (RAD)
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: CIS-2510 – Software Engineering.

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Tuition saved vs TESU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Software Engineering → TESU.

📚 About Software Engineering
What is Software Engineering?
Software Engineering is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 301 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted as follows: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam. A score of 70 or above is required to pass.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CIS-2510 – Software Engineering at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept Software Engineering as a direct equivalent to their CIS-2510 – Software Engineering?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's Software Engineering is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's CIS-2510 – Software Engineering — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Software Engineering as transferring as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CIS-2510 – Software Engineering at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CIS-2510 – Software Engineering, TESU typically applies UPI Study's Software Engineering as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CIS-2510 – Software Engineering directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists Software Engineering → CIS-2510 – Software Engineering. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 50 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete Software Engineering, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CIS-2510 – Software Engineering) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Software Engineering for your TESU credit.

What is Software Engineering?

Software Engineering is the study of how software is planned, built, tested, and maintained in an organized way. It covers the methods used to turn a problem or set of requirements into a working program, including how teams gather needs, design the system, choose a development process, and check that the result works as intended.

How the course teaches you

Software Engineering is delivered as a self-paced online course with video lessons, quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. The grading breakdown is 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignment, and 50% Final Exam, so the course is structured around both practice and a cumulative assessment. After you complete it, the transcript can be sent to Thomas Edison State University, where it is recognized as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering, a named course equivalency.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical skills in planning, testing, system analysis, and software design that are useful in many work settings, especially when projects need to be organized and requirements need to be turned into working solutions. At Thomas Edison State University, that learning can count as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering and fit into degree planning for programs such as the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts. For students using TESU to finish a degree, it can support progress toward a program that accepts transfer credit within TESU’s broader transfer-friendly structure.

Skills you walk away with

Evaluate software requirements and turn them into clear modelsCompare SDLC process models, including Agile, Scrum, and XPCreate and interpret UML diagrams and data flow diagramsApply object-oriented analysis and design principlesDesign software architecture and component-level structuresUse user interface design principles in system planningAnalyze system problems and propose development solutions

Taking this course toward TESU

After you finish the course, the transcript is sent to Thomas Edison State University for review. TESU’s registrar applies the named equivalency CIS-2510 – Software Engineering, which means the credit is posted as a specific catalog course rather than a vague elective. That kind of recognition is useful when you are building a degree plan at TESU, because it gives you a clear place for the course in programs such as the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts. TESU allows up to 90 credits, or 75%, to transfer, so this course can be part of a larger transfer strategy within that ceiling.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want a clear software engineering course that TESU recognizes by name as CIS-2510 – Software Engineering. It may suit degree completers, adults returning to school, or students who are planning carefully around TESU’s transfer limits of up to 90 credits. It is not the best choice for someone who needs a TESU course on campus or who is looking for a non-transfer option instead of a named equivalency.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
No minimum GPA requirement
Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Thomas Edison State University.