Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
About This Programme
Mechanical Engineering at RIT Dubai spans design across automotive and aerospace systems, bioengineering devices and energy-related technologies. The first two years focus on mathematics, physics, chemistry, liberal arts and engineering sciences, and the third and fourth years on engineering science, design and systems, complemented by hands-on laboratory work and professional co-op experience. Students can complete the major without an option or choose the Energy and Environment, Aerospace Engineering or Automotive Engineering option, and the fifth year includes the two-semester multidisciplinary senior design project. Labs are equipped with everything from 3D printers and universal testing machines to a comprehensive machine shop.
Course Highlights
- Accredited by ABET's Engineering Accreditation Commission since October 2014
- 129 credit hours over five years in RIT Dubai's typical course sequence, with co-op in the second, third and fourth years
- Options: Energy and Environment, Aerospace Engineering or Automotive Engineering, or no option
- Combined accelerated BS/MS route of 150 credit hours over five years
- Programme labs: Industry 4.0 and Robotics, Solid Mechanics, Research Center, Thermo Fluids, Materials Science, Mechanical Workshop, and Engineering Mechanics & Instrumentation
What You'll Study
RIT Dubai publishes a typical course sequence of 129 credit hours over five years, combining a broad academic base with laboratory work and cooperative education.
First Year
- UWRT-150 FYW: Writing Seminar3 credits
- MATH-181 Calculus I4 credits
- MATH-182 Calculus II4 credits
- MECE-102 Engineering Mechanics Laboratory3 credits
- MECE-104 Engineering Design Tools3 credits
- MECE-117 Introduction to Programming for Engineers3 credits
- YOPS-010 RIT 365: RIT Connections0 credits
- General Education - Artistic Perspective3 credits
- General Education - Ethical Perspective3 credits
- General Education - Elective3 credits
- Islamic Culture Course3 credits
Second Year
- MECE-103 Statics3 credits
- MATH-219 Multivariable Calculus3 credits
- MECE-110 Thermodynamics I3 credits
- MECE-210 Fluid Mechanics I3 credits
- MATH-231 Differential Equations3 credits
- MECE-203 Strength of Materials I3 credits
- MECE-204 Strength of Materials I Laboratory1 credit
- MECE-211 Engineering Measurements Lab2 credits
- EGEN-099 Engineering Co-op Preparation0 credits
- MECE-499 Cooperative Education0 credits
- General Education – Global Perspective3 credits
- General Education – Scientific Principles Perspective3 credits
- General Education – Immersion 13 credits
Third Year
- MATH-326 Boundary Value Problems3 credits
- EEEE-281 Circuits I3 credits
- PHYS-212 University Physics II4 credits
- MECE-499 Cooperative Education0 credits
- MECE-305 Materials Science with Applications3 credits
- MECE-306 Materials Science and Applications Laboratory1 credit
- MECE-205 Dynamics3 credits
Fourth Year
- MATH-241 Linear Algebra3 credits
- MECE-310 Heat Transfer I3 credits
- MECE-301 Engineering Applications Laboratory2 credits
- MECE-499 Cooperative Education0 credits
- ME Approved Science Elective Course3 credits
- ME Extended Core Elective3 credits
- ME Applied Elective 13 credits
Fifth Year
- EGEN-497 Multidisciplinary Senior Design 13 credits
- EGEN-498 Multidisciplinary Senior Design 23 credits
- STAT-205 Applied Statistics3 credits
- MECE-320 System Dynamics3 credits
- ME Applied Elective 23 credits
- ME Extended Core or Applied Elective3 credits
- General Education - Immersion II3 credits
- General Education - Immersion III3 credits
- Open Elective6 credits
Options
Energy and Environment: electives on energy-intensive systems and the environment, opening careers in building energy systems, alternative and renewable energy and direct energy conversion; students are expected to do an energy systems senior design project and a related co-op. Aerospace Engineering: specialised study of air- and space-borne vehicles and their mechanical systems. Automotive Engineering: a course sequence from the third year covering areas such as internal combustion engines, powertrain systems and design, vehicle dynamics, manufacturing processes and sustainable energy for transportation.
Sample mechanical engineering electives
A sample of mechanical engineering electives (indicative only):
- MECE 350 Strength of Materials II
- MECE 352 Thermodynamics II
- MECE 489 Special Topics: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning for Hot and Humid Climates
- MECE 529 Renewable Energy Systems
- MECE 544 Introduction to Composite Materials
What You'll Learn
Programme learning outcomes
- Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems using engineering, science and mathematics
- Apply engineering design to meet specified needs, weighing public health, safety and welfare and global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences
- Recognise ethical and professional responsibilities and make informed judgements that consider global, economic, environmental and societal impact
- Work effectively in a team that shares leadership, stays collaborative and inclusive, sets goals, plans tasks and meets objectives
- Design and run experiments, analyse and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions
- Acquire and apply new knowledge using appropriate learning strategies
Programme educational objectives
- Systems-based solutions: develop engineering solutions that satisfy the constraints and trade-offs of technology and global society
- Lifelong learners: enhance and adapt their skills through professional development, graduate education and independent inquiry
- Professional responsibility: work independently and across multidisciplinary, multicultural teams, growing into leadership with ethical, social and environmental responsibility
Entry Requirements
Engineering applicants take maths and physics placement tests before registering for courses. Applicants who miss the maths or science minimum may be accepted conditionally through bridging courses, subject to the admissions office's approval.
Careers
Typical job titles: Mechanical Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Automotive Engineer, Controls Engineer, Applications Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Project Manager, Systems Engineer. Industries: Aerospace; Automotive; Defense; Manufacturing; Oil and Gas; Research; Transportation and Logistics; Utilities and Renewable Energy.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and listed as Active on the Commission for Academic Accreditation's register. Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET since October 2014, under the Mechanical Engineering program criteria, with its next comprehensive review scheduled for 2027-2028. The degree is issued by RIT's main campus in Rochester, New York.
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Start Date
August (Fall) and January (Spring)
Typical Offer
Maths and two sciences at 80%; UAE Advanced 80%; IB 28 points
Duration
5 years
Qualification
BS
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Tuition Fee
AED 68,000/yr
Applications for the Spring and Fall 2027 intakes are open and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Spring: early admission until 31 October, regular admission until 31 December, deadline 8 January. Fall: early admission until 15 January, regular admission until 31 May, deadline 22 August. RIT Dubai offers scholarships of up to 50% based on academic and non-academic achievements.