Mechanical Engineering — study plan
- Credit hours
- 139
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 52
- Degree
- bachelor
The Mechanical Engineering study plan at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 139 credit hours across 52 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Freshman - First Semester 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 1211 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| PHED 1111 | Physical Education | 1 |
| COMM 1311 | Written Communication | 3 |
| UNIV 1211 | Professional Development and Competencies | 2 |
| MATH 1422 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CHEM 1421 | Chemistry for Engineers | 4 |
| GEEN 1211 | Introduction to Engineering | 2 |
Freshman - Second Semester 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 1212 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| PHED 1112 | Physical Education | 1 |
| COMM 1312 | Writing and Research | 3 |
| UNIV 1212 | Critical Thinking and Problem Solving | 2 |
| MATH 1423 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 1421 | Physics for Engineers I | 4 |
| ELEC | Social Science Elective | 3 |
Sophomore - First Semester 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 2211 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| ASSE 2111 | Learning Outcome Assessment I | 1 |
| COMM 2311 | Oral Communications | 3 |
| UNIV 1213 | Leadership and Teamwork | 2 |
| MATH 1324 | Calculus III | 3 |
| PHYS 1422 | Physics for Engineers II | 4 |
| GEEN 2311 | Statics and Dynamics I | 3 |
Sophomore - Second Semester 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 2212 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| COMM 2312 | Technical and Professional Communications | 3 |
| GEEN 2313 | Thermodynamics I | 3 |
| GEEN 2312 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| MATH 2332 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MEEN 2312 | Statics and Dynamics II | 3 |
| MEEN 2211 | Materials Engineering | 2 |
Junior - First Semester 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 3211 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| ASSE 3211 | Learning Outcome Assessment II | 2 |
| MEEN 3211 | Introduction to Manufacturing Systems | 2 |
| MEEN 3322 | Thermodynamics II | 3 |
| GEEN 3311 | Introduction to Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MEEN 3391 | Mechanical Engineering Design I | 3 |
| MEEN 3332 | Computational Methods | 3 |
Junior - Second Semester 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 3212 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| MEEN 2313 | Mechanics of Solids | 3 |
| MEEN 3212 | Manufacturing Methods in Design | 2 |
| GEEN 2314 | Circuits I | 3 |
| MEEN 3333 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| MEEN 3392 | Mechanical Engineering Design II | 3 |
Senior - First Semester 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALIS 4211 | Arabic Language / Islamic Studies | 2 |
| MEEN 3393 | Mechanical Engineering Design III | 3 |
| MEEN 4301 | Mechanical Engineering Lab I | 3 |
| GEEN 3211 | Engineering Economy | 2 |
| MEEN 4322 | Power Generation | 3 |
| ELEC | MEEN Elective | 3 |
Senior - Second Semester 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASSE 4311 | Learning Outcome Assessment III (ME Design IV) | 3 |
| MEEN 4302 | Mechanical Engineering Lab II | 3 |
| MEEN 4311 | Principles of HVAC | 3 |
| ELEC | MEEN Elective | 3 |
| ELEC | Social Science 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 Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University?
Mechanical Engineering at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University requires completing 139 credit hours to graduate, spread across 52 courses.
How many years is Mechanical Engineering at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University?
The study plan for Mechanical Engineering spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Mechanical Engineering award?
Mechanical Engineering at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 139 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.