Mechanical Engineering — study plan
- Credit hours
- 141
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 58
- Degree
- bachelor
The Mechanical Engineering study plan at Abu Dhabi University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 141 credit hours across 58 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
General Education Requirements 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARL101 | Communication Skills in Arabic I | 3 |
| ENG200 | English II | 3 |
| FWS310 | Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| ISL100 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| MTT102 | Calculus I | 3 |
| FWS205 | UAE and GCC Society | 3 |
| STT100 | General Statistics | 3 |
Degree Requirements 39 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTT200 | Calculus II | 3 |
| MTT201 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MTT204 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTT205 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHY102 | Physics and Engineering Applications I | 3 |
| PHY102L | Physics and Engineering Applications I Lab | 1 |
| PHY201 | Physics and Engineering Applications II | 3 |
| PHY201L | Physics and Engineering Applications II Lab | 1 |
| CHE205 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE201L | Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| MEC130 | Introduction to Mechanical & Industrial Engineering | 3 |
| CSC201 | Structured Programming | 3 |
| COE102 | Introductory Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| COE101 | Introductory Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| COE202 | Engineering Ethics, Economy and Law | 3 |
Major Requirements 67 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIV201 | Statics | 3 |
| MEC300 | Materials Science | 3 |
| MEC301 | Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| MEC302 | Mechanics of Materials | 3 |
| MEC310 | Dynamics | 3 |
| MEC320 | Thermodynamics I | 3 |
| MEC321 | Thermodynamics II | 3 |
| MEC330 | Computer Aided Drawing | 3 |
| MEC340 | Mechanical Engineering Design | 3 |
| MEC350 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MEC351 | Fluid Mechanics Lab | 1 |
| MEC390 | Electromechanical Devices | 3 |
| MEC410 | Control Systems | 3 |
| MEC411 | Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery | 3 |
| MEC412 | Dynamic and Control Systems Lab | 1 |
| MEC420 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| MEC421 | Thermal Engineering Lab | 1 |
| MEC430 | Machine Design | 3 |
| MEC332 | Design and Manufacturing Lab | 1 |
| MEC398 | Internship 1 | 0 |
| MEC399 | Internship 2 | 0 |
| MEC463 | Turbomachinery | 3 |
| MEC465 | Numerical & Finite Element Simulation of Engineering Problems | 3 |
| MEC480 | Mechanical Vibration | 3 |
| MEC482 | Introduction to Mechatronics | 3 |
| MEC498 | Capstone I | 3 |
| MEC499 | Capstone II | 3 |
Major and Open Electives 27 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MEC460 | Air Conditioning Systems Elective | 3 |
| MEC461 | Internal Combustion Engines Elective | 3 |
| MEC462 | Energy Management Elective | 3 |
| MEC481 | Introduction to Robotics Elective | 3 |
| MEC483 | Mechatronics System Design Elective | 3 |
| MEC491 | Aerodynamics Elective | 3 |
| MEC492 | Aerospace Propulsion Elective | 3 |
| OE1 | Open Elective I Elective | 3 |
| OE2 | Open Elective II Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Mechanical Engineering
How many credit hours is Mechanical Engineering at Abu Dhabi University?
Mechanical Engineering at Abu Dhabi University requires completing 141 credit hours to graduate, spread across 58 courses.
How many years is Mechanical Engineering at Abu Dhabi University?
The study plan for Mechanical Engineering spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Mechanical Engineering award?
Mechanical Engineering at Abu Dhabi University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 141 credit hours.
Is Mechanical Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Mechanical Engineering is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.