Architectural Engineering — study plan
- Credit hours
- 150
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 53
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architectural Engineering study plan at Dhofar University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 150 credit hours across 53 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 39 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH101 | Architectural Drawing I | 3 |
| ENGL101 | Basic Academic English I | 3 |
| ARAB101 | Academic Writing in Arabic | 3 |
| MATH199 | Calculus I | 3 |
| PHYS170 | Fundamentals of Physics I | 3 |
| ARCH111 | Architectural Drawing II | 3 |
| ARCH102 | Introduction to Architectural Building Science and Engineering Ethics | 3 |
| CIVE210A | Mechanical Statics for Architectural Engineers | 3 |
| ENGL102E | English for Engineering and Sciences | 3 |
| CMPS100B | Introduction to Technical Computing for the Sciences | 3 |
| ENGL203E | English for Engineering and Sciences II | 3 |
| MATH200 | Calculus II | 3 |
| SOCS102 | Omani Society | 3 |
Year 2 41 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH201 | Architectural Design I | 3 |
| ARCH202 | Introduction to Computer Aided Drawing | 3 |
| MECH270A | Properties of Materials for Architectural Engineers | 3 |
| CIVE213A | Strength of Materials for Architectural Engineers | 3 |
| CIVE265A | Surveying and GPS for Architectural Engineers | 3 |
| CIVE265L | Surveying and GPS Laboratory | 1 |
| ARCH211 | Architectural Design II | 3 |
| ARCH212 | Introduction to Building Information Modelling for Architects | 3 |
| EECE210 | Electrical Circuits I | 3 |
| CIVE221A | Construction Materials for Architectural Engineers | 3 |
| CIVE221L | Construction Materials Laboratory | 1 |
| MATH205 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MATH210 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| ENTR200 | Entrepreneurship: Innovation and Creativity | 3 |
| ENGL204 | Advanced English for Academic Purposes and Research | 3 |
Year 3 32 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH301 | Architectural Design III | 3 |
| ARCH302 | Advanced Architectural Design Theories | 3 |
| ARCH303 | Building Construction I - Concrete Design | 3 |
| ARCH304 | Building Construction Methods | 3 |
| ARCH306 | History of Architecture I | 2 |
| ARCH311 | Architectural Design IV | 4 |
| ARCH313 | Building Constructions II - Wood and Masonry Constructions Design | 3 |
| ARCH305 | Ecology and Building Environmental Control Systems I | 3 |
| ARCH316 | History of Architecture II | 2 |
| ENGR300 | Engineering Economy | 3 |
| ENGL305 | Advanced English Language and Communication Skills | 3 |
Year 4 38 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH404 | Architectural Design V | 4 |
| ARCH405 | Ecology and Building Environmental Control Systems II | 3 |
| ARCH403 | Building Constructions III - Steel and Glass Design | 3 |
| ARCH407 | Sustainable Architectural Design | 2 |
| CIVE480 | Construction Management | 3 |
| ARCH401 | Final Project I | 3 |
| ARCH408 | Working Drawings | 3 |
| ARCH415 | Building Lighting and Acoustical Design | 3 |
| SCIE-EL | Science Elective Elective | 3 |
| ARCH400 | Approved Professional Experience | 0 |
| ARCH402 | Final Project II | 3 |
| ARCH506 | Construction Projects Specification and Quantities | 2 |
| ARCH-EL1 | Major Elective Elective | 3 |
| ARCH-EL2 | Major Elective 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 Architectural Engineering
How many credit hours is Architectural Engineering at Dhofar University?
Architectural Engineering at Dhofar University requires completing 150 credit hours to graduate, spread across 53 courses.
How many years is Architectural Engineering at Dhofar University?
The study plan for Architectural Engineering spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architectural Engineering award?
Architectural Engineering at Dhofar University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 150 credit hours.
Is Architectural Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Architectural 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.