Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering — study plan
Alfaisal University College of Engineering and Advanced Computing
- Credit hours
- 136
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 59
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering study plan at Alfaisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 136 credit hours across 59 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Fall 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| ARB 101 | Arabic Language I | 2 |
| COE 100 | Student Orientation and Academic Success | 1 |
Year 1 - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SE 100 | Programming for Engineers | 3 |
| SE 100 L | Programming for Engineers Lab | 1 |
| 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 |
| ISL 101 | Islamic Studies I | 2 |
Year 2 - Fall 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 203 | Applied Mechanics I: Statics | 3 |
| ME 205 | Introduction to Computer Aided Design | 3 |
| ME 305 | Manufacturing and Workshop Training | 3 |
| ME 305 L | Manufacturing and Workshop Training Lab | 1 |
| MAT 211 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MAT 212 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 213 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Year 2 - Spring 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 208 | Mechanics of Materials I | 3 |
| ME 208 L | Mechanics of Materials I Lab | 1 |
| ME 216 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| ME 216 L | Fluid Mechanics Lab | 1 |
| EE 207 | Foundation of Electrical Engineering | 3 |
| EE 207 L | Foundation of Electrical Engineering Lab | 1 |
| MAT 224 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| STA 212 | Probability and Statistics for Engineers | 3 |
Year 3 - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 311 | Applied Mechanics II: Dynamics | 3 |
| ME 312 | Mechanics of Materials II | 3 |
| ME 312 L | Mechanics of Materials II Lab | 1 |
| ME 315 | Machine Design | 3 |
| ME 316 | Engineering Thermodynamics | 3 |
| ENG 222 | Technical Writing | 3 |
Year 3 - Spring 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 306 | Instrumentation and Control Engineering | 3 |
| ME 306 L | Instrumentation and Control Engineering Lab | 1 |
| ME 308 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| ME 308 L | Advanced Manufacturing Processes Lab | 1 |
| ME 310 | Mechanical Component Design | 3 |
| ME 310 L | Mechanical Component Design Lab | 1 |
| ME 317 | Heat and Mass Transfer | 3 |
| ME 317 L | Heat and Mass Transfer Lab | 1 |
| IE 315 | Engineering Economy and Cost Analysis | 3 |
Year 3 - Summer 0 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 390 | Mechanical Engineering Summer Internship | 0 |
Year 4 - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 403 | Finite Element Modelling for Dynamic and Structural Analysis | 3 |
| ME 403 L | Finite Element Modelling for Dynamic and Structural Analysis Lab | 1 |
| ME 407 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning | 3 |
| ME 4** | Technical Elective | 3 |
| ME 495 | Mechanical Engineering Capstone Project I | 3 |
| ENG Elective | English Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Spring 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ME 4** | Technical Elective | 3 |
| ME 4** | Technical Elective | 3 |
| ME 496 | Mechanical Engineering Capstone Project II | 3 |
| GEN ED I | General Education Elective I | 2 |
| GEN ED II | General Education Elective II | 2 |
| ME 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 Mechanical Engineering
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Alfaisal University?
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Alfaisal University requires completing 136 credit hours to graduate, spread across 59 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Alfaisal University?
The study plan for Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering award?
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Alfaisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 136 credit hours.
Is Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering is offered at at least 4 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.