Mechanical Engineering — study plan
- Credit hours
- 156
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 47
- Degree
- bachelor
The Mechanical Engineering study plan at King Faisal University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 156 credit hours across 47 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| نجل 1120 | Technical Writing in English | 3 |
| ريض 1122 | Principles of Mathematics | 3 |
| فيز 1117 | Physics 1 | 3 |
| فيز 1119 | Physics 1 Laboratory | 1 |
| هعم 1103 | Engineering Drawing and Design | 3 |
Level 2 11 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ريض 1115 | Calculus 1 | 3 |
| فيز 1118 | Physics 2 | 3 |
| فيز 1120 | Physics 2 Laboratory | 1 |
| كيم 1104 | General Chemistry | 3 |
| كيم 1105 | General Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| هعم 1101 | Engineering Reports | 0 |
Level 3 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ريض 1116 | Calculus 2 | 3 |
| احص 1215 | Probability and Statistics for Engineers | 3 |
| همك 1101 | Introduction to Mechanical Engineering | 0 |
| همك 1111 | Materials Science and Engineering | 3 |
| هعم 1108 | Programming for Engineers | 3 |
Level 4 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ريض 1207 | Calculus 3 | 3 |
| ريض 1228 | Linear Algebra and Elementary Differential Equations | 3 |
| همك 1121 | Thermodynamics 1 | 3 |
| هعم 1201 | Statics | 3 |
| هعم 1305 | Principles of Electrical Engineering | 3 |
Level 5 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ريض 1236 | Mathematical Methods for Engineers | 3 |
| همك 1216 | Mechanics of Materials | 3 |
| همك 1213 | Mechanics of Materials Laboratory | 1 |
| همك 1222 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| همك 1223 | Thermodynamics and Fluids Laboratory | 1 |
| همك 1224 | Thermodynamics 2 | 3 |
| هعم 1202 | Dynamics | 3 |
Level 6 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| همك 1202 | Introduction to Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| همك 1324 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| همك 1231 | Mechanics of Machines | 3 |
| همك 1233 | Mechanical Vibrations | 3 |
| همك 1365 | Machine Design 1 | 3 |
Level 7 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| هعم 1403 | Engineering Economy | 3 |
| همك 1325 | Heat Transfer Laboratory | 1 |
| همك 1334 | Automatic Control | 2 |
| همك 1363 | Manufacturing Technology | 3 |
| همك 1364 | Manufacturing Technology Laboratory | 1 |
Level 8 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| همك 1436 | System Dynamics and Modeling | 3 |
| همك 1451 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems | 3 |
| همك 1491 | Graduation Project 1 | 3 |
| هعم 1401 | Project Management | 3 |
Level 9 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| همك 1492 | Graduation Project 2 | 3 |
| همك 1441 | Internal Combustion Engines | 3 |
| همك 1466 | Industrial and Environmental Safety | 1 |
| هعم 1402 | Professional Ethics for Engineers | 2 |
Level 10 4 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| همك 1599 | Cooperative Training | 4 |
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 King Faisal University?
Mechanical Engineering at King Faisal University requires completing 156 credit hours to graduate, spread across 47 courses.
How many years is Mechanical Engineering at King Faisal University?
The study plan for Mechanical Engineering spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Mechanical Engineering award?
Mechanical Engineering at King Faisal University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 156 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.