Professional Development Opportunities
Prepare for SE Certification with an INCOSE Tutorial
Interested in Systems Engineering certification? The Hampton Roads Area (HRA) Chapter of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) will present a 2-day tutorial immediately preceding the SSTC. This tutorial provides an overview of the INCOSE SE Handbook to prepare for the INCOSE SE Certification exam. Taught by John Clark, Chief Engineer, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, the tutorial covers the Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) process as well as the management and technical sections of the SE Handbook, Version 3.1 (the basis for the certification exam beginning July 2008), in a study group format. The tutorial consists of eleven sections from Sunday April 27 through Monday April 28 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m..
This tutorial is provided through the sponsorship of the HRA Chapter of INCOSE. Registration is required and includes a nominal early registration fee of $375 ($425 late registration fee) per registrant to cover INCOSE expenses. Seating is limited - registration is on a first-come first-serve basis. Use the SSTC 2008 conference registration form to register for this tutorial and follow the conference payment procedures.
For more information on the CSEP application process, see http://www.incose.org/educationcareers/certification/ or contact John Clark (john.o.clark@ngc.com).
IEEE Computer Society - Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) - CANCELLED
The IEEE Computer Society will offer a preparation course and examination for the Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) credential, the universal benchmark credential for the Software Developer profession at SSTC 2008.
CSDP Preparation Course
Taught by Dr. Richard Thayer, this 2.5 day course will help mid-level software engineering professionals prepare for the IEEE Computer Society CSDP examination. The course will discuss the concepts and topic areas that the CSDP exam is based on, as well as test-taking tips and a sample exam.
CSDP Preparation Course Registration Fee - $350
CSDP Examination - What's your Motivator?
Demonstrate your understanding of all aspects of software engineering knowledge and practice by becoming a CSDP. Credential holders gain stronger consideration for employment, greater trust from their employers, recognition of their experience and expertise, plum assignments and responsibilities at work, and financial rewards including healthy salary increases and bonuses.
The 180-question, 3.5-hour CSDP examination is intended for mid-level software engineering professionals and is the only certification for computing professionals that carries the brand, reputation, and standards of the IEEE Computer Society.
Register early to reserve your seat using the SSTC registration form. A completed IEEE Computer Society CSDP registration form with all supporting materials is required for onsite registration. Please contact certification@computer.org with questions.
CSDP Examination Registration Fee - $450 for IEEE/IEEE Computer Society members and $500 for non-members
Course and Exam Schedule
Preparation Course
Sunday April 27, 2008 - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday April 28, 2008 - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday April 29, 2008 - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Exam
Friday, May 2, 2008 - 8:30 a.m.
CSDP E-learning - Unable to the attend SSTC instructor-led CSDP prep course? Contact us immediately regarding our e-learning CSDP course. Four months of access, 24x7, suited to fit your demanding schedule. Email csdp@computer.org or call (1) 866.489.5084 to speak with one of our Education and Certification Specialists. Mention your attendance at the SSTC 2008 conference and receive the e-learning for $200 off!
