Bachelor of Architectural Engineering — study plan
Alfaisal University College of Engineering and Advanced Computing
- Credit hours
- 154
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 65
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Architectural Engineering study plan at Alfaisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 154 credit hours across 65 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Fall 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COE 100 | Student Orientation and Academic Success | 1 |
| SE 100 | Programming for Engineers | 3 |
| SE 100 L | Programming for Engineers Lab | 1 |
| CHM 102 | Introduction to Chemistry | 3 |
| CHM 102 L | Introduction to Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| MAT 101 | Calculus I | 3 |
| PHU 103 | Mechanics and Waves for Engineers | 3 |
| PHU 103 L | Mechanics and Waves for Engineers Labs | 1 |
| ENG 101 | Freshman English 1 | 3 |
Year 1 - Spring 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 110 | Architectural History and Theories | 3 |
| ARE 120 | Drafting and Drawing | 1 |
| ARE 120-S | Drafting and Drawing Lab | 2 |
| ME 201 | Materials Science and Engineering | 3 |
| ME 201 L | Materials Science and Engineering Lab | 1 |
| MAT 112 | Calculus II | 3 |
| PHU 124 | Electromagnetism and Waves for Engineers | 3 |
| PHU 124 L | Electromagnetism and Waves for Engineers Labs | 1 |
| ENG Elective | English Elective | 3 |
Year 2 - Fall 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 201 | Architectural Design I | 3 |
| ARE 231 | Building Materials and Construction Technology | 3 |
| ARE 231 L | Building Materials and Construction Technology Lab | 1 |
| ARE 232 | Building Construction | 3 |
| EE 207 | Foundation of Electrical Engineering | 3 |
| EE 207 L | Foundation of Electrical Engineering Lab | 1 |
| ME 203 | Applied Mechanics I: Statics | 3 |
| MAT 211 | Calculus III | 3 |
Year 2 - Spring 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 202 | Architectural Design II | 3 |
| ARE 220 | Construction Drawing (CAD) | 2 |
| ARE 220 S | Construction Drawing (CAD) Studio | 2 |
| ARE 297 | Architecture and Buildings | 3 |
| ME 206 | Thermal Fluids Engineering I | 3 |
| ME 206 L | Thermal Fluids Engineering I Lab | 1 |
| ARB 101 | Arabic Language I | 2 |
| ENG 222 | Technical Writing | 3 |
Year 3 - Fall 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 303 | Interior Design | 2 |
| ARE 303 S | Interior Design Studio | 1 |
| ARE 355 | Quantity Surveying | 3 |
| ARE 341 | The Built Environment | 3 |
| ME 407 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning | 3 |
| MAT 212 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 213 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| ISL 101 | Islamic Studies I | 2 |
Year 3 - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 311 | Building Acoustics | 3 |
| ARE 313 | Electrical Installations | 3 |
| ARE 315 | Lighting Systems and Applications | 3 |
| ARE 321 | Structural Mechanics | 3 |
| ARE 321 L | Structural Mechanics Lab | 1 |
| ARE 332 | Building Services Engineering | 3 |
| ARE 332 L | Building Services Engineering Lab | 1 |
Year 3 - Summer 0 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 390 | Architectural Engineering Summer Internship | 0 |
Year 4 - Fall 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 405 | Structural Analysis | 3 |
| ARE 409 | Project Management and Economics | 3 |
| ARE 410 | Contracts and Liabilities for Buildings and Construction | 3 |
| ARE 412 | Environmental Management and Policy | 3 |
| TECH ELEC I | Technical Elective I | 3 |
| TECH ELEC II | Technical Elective II | 3 |
| ARE 491 | Architectural Engineering Capstone Project I | 2 |
Year 4 - Spring 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARE 406 | Fundamentals of Reinforced Concrete Design | 3 |
| ARE 465 | Management Principles in Building Engineering | 3 |
| ARE 492 | Architectural Engineering Capstone Project II | 2 |
| TECH ELEC III | Technical Elective III | 3 |
| MAT 224 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| GEN ED I | General Education Elective I | 2 |
| GEN ED II | General Education Elective II | 2 |
| ARE 499 | Ethics and Professional Development | 1 |
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 Bachelor of Architectural Engineering
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at Alfaisal University?
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at Alfaisal University requires completing 154 credit hours to graduate, spread across 65 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at Alfaisal University?
The study plan for Bachelor of Architectural Engineering spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Architectural Engineering award?
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering at Alfaisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 154 credit hours.
Is Bachelor of Architectural Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Bachelor of Architectural Engineering is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.