OVERVIEW
OBJECTIVES
LEARNING OUTCOMES
STRUCTURE & REQUIREMENTS
Study Plan
OVERVIEW
The degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSc in MEEN) is awarded for successfully completing the requirements of a program of study, which includes taught courses as well as thesis. The thesis is an independent investigation of specialized areas within the general field of mechanical engineering and associated disciplines. The MSc degree gives candidates the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in the broad field of MEEN and contribute to the process of discovery and knowledge creation through the conduct of original research. Candidates for this degree are taught and supervised by experienced faculty and are expected to demonstrate initiative in their approach and innovation in their work. In addition to successfully completing the taught course component of the program, candidates prepare and present a thesis on their chosen area. Research may be undertaken in several topics corresponding to the areas of focus identified by the University.
Career Opportunities
The Mechanical Engineering program offers world-class graduate-level engineering education and research opportunities. Being highly versatile in core courses and electives, the MSc program in Mechanical Engineering has earned the reputation of being one of the strongest, largest, and best equipped across the Middle East. It nurtures a highly supportive, interdisciplinary atmosphere where students can work collaboratively with experts in the fields of materials, aerospace, chemical, petroleum and biomechanical engineers as well as science and medical programs. It attracts students with a background in Mechanical Engineering and related disciplines of engineering and science and cultivates them with unmatched academic and research expertise to lead projects in various high tech industries, such as energy and the environment, structures, manufacturing, micro- and nano-technologies, health and biomechanics, as well as industrial automation and the internet of things. Graduates include outstanding researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, industrial leaders as well as strong independent academic scholars. Their skills develop in areas that include but are not limited to mechanics of continua (solids and fluids), nano-mechanics thermal sciences, dynamics, automation, controls and mechatronics, manufacturing with additive processes and much more.Â
Employers include the UAE Armed forces and the defense sector of the economy, Emirates Global Aluminum, Emirate Steel; Tawazun Group, ADNOC, AAMROC , STRATA, Yahsat, MBRSC, ADNOC, Mubadala Petroleum, Dolphine Energy , NPCC, and the educational sector. Furthermore, graduates go through rigorous training and research experience to help them pursue their studies at PhD level.
OBJECTIVES
The educational objectives (goals) of the MSc in Mechanical Engineering program are to produce graduates who will:
- Advance professionally and be recognized as leaders in their chosen fields.
- Apply their technical expertise to address the needs of society in critical, creative, ethical, and innovative manner.
- Further develop their knowledge and skills through graduate education and professional schools.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students graduating with the MSc in Mechanical Engineering will be able to:
- Identify, formulate, and solve advanced mechanical engineering problems through the application of modern tools and techniques and advanced knowledge of mathematics and engineering science.
- Acquire knowledge of contemporary issues in the field of mechanical engineering.
- Design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze, interpret data and make decisions.
- Conduct research and document and defend the research results.
- Function in teams and communicate effectively.
- Conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner.
STRUCTURE & REQUIREMENTS
Overall Program Structure
The MSc MEEN consists of a minimum 30 credit hours, distributed as follows: 12 credit hours of Program Core courses, 9 credit hours of Elective courses, 9 credit hours of Master’s Thesis and a zero credit Research Methods course. The components of the program are summarized in the table below.
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Program Component
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Credits Hours
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Seminar in Research Methods
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0
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Program Core
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12
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Program Electives
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9
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Master’s Thesis
|
9
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Total
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30
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Program Requirements
Students seeking the degree of MSc in Mechanical Engineering must successfully complete a minimum 30 credit hours as specified in the program requirements detailed below, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. Course selection should be made in consultation with the student’s Main Advisor. All courses have a credit rating of three credits each, except the Seminar in Research Methods and the Master’s Thesis.
Program Core (12 Credit Hours)
Students must complete the core courses listed below.
CORE COURSES
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Seminar in Research Methods |
0 |
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Advanced Engineering Mathematics |
3 |
Select at least three MEEN courses from the list below:
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Advanced Dynamics |
3 |
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Advanced Vibrations |
3 |
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Advanced Thermodynamics |
3 |
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Advanced Fluid Mechanics |
3 |
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Advanced Continuum Mechanics |
3 |
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Advanced Mechanics of Solids and Materials |
3 |
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Sustainable Energy |
3 |
Program Electives and Concentrations (9 credit hours)
Students must select any three elective courses from the list below, or from any core courses listed above that are not used to meet the Program Core requirement. Subject to approval of the Main Advisor, up to two elective courses (6 credit hours) can be taken from other MSc programs in the College of Engineering at KU.
Program Elective Courses
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Applied Finite Element Analysis |
3 |
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Combustion Theory and Applications |
3 |
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Advanced Viscous Flow Analysis |
3 |
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Advanced Heat Transfer |
3 |
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Advanced Energy Conversion |
3 |
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Multiphase Flow Engineering |
3 |
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Solar Thermal Analysis, Design and Testing |
3 |
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Fuel Cell Systems |
3 |
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Computational Fluid Dynamics and Fire Modeling |
3 |
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Fire Dynamics Laboratory |
3 |
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Measurements and Instrumentation |
3 |
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Feedback Control |
3 |
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Control System Theory and Design |
3 |
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Introduction To Hydrodynamic Stability |
3 |
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Fatigue and Fracture of Engineering Materials |
3 |
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Micro/Nanotechnology and Applications |
3 |
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Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
3 |
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Nonlinear Systems |
3 |
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Modeling and Control of Robotic Systems |
3 |
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Theory and Design of Digital Control Systems |
3 |
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Materials Selection in Mechanical Design |
3 |
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Selected Topics in Mechanical Engineering |
3 |
Concentration in Space Systems and Technology
The program offers an optional concentration in Space Systems and Technology. Students choosing this concentration are expected to attain the following concentration specific learning outcomes:
1. Demonstrate proficiency in space systems analysis and design.
2. Acquire skills in advanced satellite development, assembly, integration and testing.
In addition to program specific core courses, students who opt for the concentration in Space Systems and Technology must complete a minimum of three courses (9 credit hours) from the list below and a thesis within the domain of the concentration. The concentration will be specified on the student’s official transcript. (, , and : Indicates required courses for the concentration).
Concentration Courses
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Space Systems Engineering |
3 |
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Space Systems Design Project I |
1 |
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Space Systems Design Project II |
2 |
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Space Propulsion |
3 |
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Astrodynamics and Mission Analysis |
3 |
Master’s Thesis (minimum 9 credit hours)
Students must complete a Master’s Thesis that involves creative, research-oriented work within the broad field of MSEN, under the direct supervision of a full-time faculty advisor from the Mechanical Engineering Department, and at least one other full-time faculty who acts as a co-advisor. The outcome of research should demonstrate the synthesis of information into knowledge in a form that may be used by others. The research findings must be documented in a formal thesis and defended successfully in a viva voce examination. Furthermore, the research should lead to publishable quality scholarly articles.
Thesis
Study Plan
Students must consult with their respective advisors on the courses that they will enroll in, the required pre-requisites, and the thesis topic selection. Full-time graduate students must register for 9 to 12 credits, including thesis credits, during a regular semester (Fall and Spring) and a maximum of 6 credits during a Summer term. In the case of part-time students, the credit load is normally 6 credits during a regular semester as well as the summer term.
Students can only register for thesis credits after successfully completing a minimum of 9 credits of the core courses of the master’s program they are enrolled in. It is to be noted that the minimum pass grade for graduate courses is a “C” letter grade. Students should consult the Graduate Catalog to learn about the graduate programs, the grading system, graduation requirements, and other pertinent matters.
