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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Description:
The Master's program in Mechanical Engineering is a general program with a thesis track, but it includes different areas within the program, so that the student determines his/her field of study based on the set of elective courses he/she registers and the research topic of the thesis. The program consists of 30 hours of study (9 hours for compulsory courses "3 courses" + 15 hours for elective courses "5 courses" and 6 hours for the thesis).
Eligible Applicants
Students
Method of study
Courses and Thesis
Degree
Master
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
College Headquarters (Buraydah - Qassim Region)
Place of study (female students)
None
Required specialization
Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Production and Design Engineering, Mechanical Power Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Materials Engineering.
Admission from outside the major
Bachelor's degree in: Industrial Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, or any engineering degree close to these disciplines, and passing the supplementary courses approved by the Scientific Department.
Years of study
Two years
Study period
None
Number of Credit Hours
30
Credits required for graduation
30
STEP test
65
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
40,000
Required GPA
of at least 5
3
of at least 4
2
of at least 100
72.5
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50%
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
50%
Differentiation test
None
Educational goals :
1- A successful career in research and development and leadership in industry, energy, and academia.
2- Proper planning for students' professional development through self-learning and obtaining advanced degrees.
3) Competently advance to leadership positions in the profession.
4- Contributing effectively to the adoption of modern technologies and acquiring the necessary skills to conduct advanced scientific research and introduce innovations.
5- Skillfully contributing to the sustainable development of Saudi society.
Learning outcomes :
1- Demonstrate deep and specialized knowledge and understanding covering theories, principles, and concepts in the field of mechanical engineering.
2- Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of processes, materials, techniques, technologies, practices, conventions, and terminology relevant to the field of mechanical engineering.
3- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of recent developments in the field of mechanical engineering.
4- Demonstrate excellent knowledge and understanding of a range of advanced and specialized research methods in the field of mechanical engineering.
5- Applying specialized theories, principles and concepts in advanced frameworks in the field of mechanical engineering.
6- Problem solving with advanced and useful insights in the field of mechanical engineering.
7. Critically evaluate, review, and analyze key concepts, principles, and theories; and provide innovative solutions to current issues in advanced contexts.
8- Carrying out advanced research or professional projects using specialized research and investigation methodologies in the fields of mechanical design, manufacturing, dynamic control, thermal fluids, etc.
9- Using and applying advanced and specialized tools, materials, processes and techniques to deal with complex and advanced practical activities.
10- Performing multiple and advanced practical tasks and procedures in specialized areas related to mechanical design, manufacturing, dynamic control, and thermal fluids.
11- Communicate in multiple forms to transfer knowledge, skills, research results, and innovations in the field of mechanical engineering to specialized and non-specialized audiences.
12. Process quantitative and/or qualitative data and information in complex and advanced contexts appropriate to the field of mechanical engineering.
13- Selecting, using and adapting advanced digital technological tools and applications to process and analyze data to support and develop research or projects in the field of mechanical engineering.
14- Demonstrate integrity and professional and academic values when dealing with different issues.
15 - Initiate career planning for learning or work, professional development, performance monitoring, and participation in academic or professional strategic decision-making with high autonomy.
16- Manage tasks and activities in mechanical engineering and related disciplines efficiently and independently.
17 Collaborate and participate effectively in research, professional, or group projects, assume leadership roles, and take on high responsibility.
18- Contributing to improving the quality of community life.
Program message:
Providing outstanding master's studies in mechanical engineering, advanced research, and valuable community services in an inspiring, vibrant, and manageable environment to enhance self-resources, embrace new technologies, and sustainably develop Saudi society.
Tracks :
there is no Tracks
Career opportunities:
1- All engineering departments in government facilities
2- Projects and O&M departments in government facilities
3- Ministry of Water and Electricity
4- Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
5- Saline Water Desalination Corporation
6. Public Ports Corporation
7. Saudi Arabian Airlines
8. Military Works Department
9- Contracting and construction companies
10. Electronics and telecommunications companies
11. Electric power companies
12. Ministry of Communications
13. Ministry of Transportation
14. Ministry of Agriculture and Water
15- Water and Sanitation Authority
16. Saudi Aramco
17. Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
18- Saudi Consolidated Electricity Company
19. All factories
