Degree Structure
College
Engineering
Department
Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
Level
Graduate Masters
Study System
Courses and Theses
Total Credit Hours
33 Cr. Hrs.
Duration
2-4 Years
Intake
Fall and Spring
Language
English
Study Mode
Full Time and Part Time
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Degree Overview
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Gulf countries (GC) have a huge opportunity for graduates in Mechanical Engineering due to the active infrastructure development and remarkable economic growth. An important role in the economy of the UAE/GC is played by the energy sector, construction sector, production of construction materials and metals, water treatment and desalination, as well as textile and food processing industries.
In response to these developing sectors and industries, the Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering at the University of Sharjah has developed a Master of Science program in Mechanical Engineering that would contribute to confronting the challenges in these industries. The program will be able to generate new ideas and findings in the Mechanical Engineering field to support the country's development.
The proposed MSc in Mechanical Engineering will be able to provide in-depth knowledge on the three tracks, including Thermo-fluids and Water Desalination, Solid Mechanics, and Materials and Manufacturing. The addition of Water Desalination to the thermo-fluid track constitutes a unique aspect in this MSc program.
The objective of the program is to graduate engineers who are ready to embark on advanced regional problems, explore new findings, and develop scientific discovery through modern scientific approaches to Mechanical Engineering in order to meet the challenges in solving tomorrow's issues.
Study Plan
What You Will Learn
The MSc in Mechanical Engineering will provide its graduates with in-depth knowledge on the three tracks, including Thermo-fluids and Water Desalination, Solid Mechanics, and Materials and Manufacturing. The addition of Water Desalination to the thermo-fluid track constitutes a unique aspect of this MSc program.
The objective of the program is to graduate engineers who are ready to embark on advanced regional problems, explore new findings, and develop scientific discoveries through modern scientific approaches to Mechanical Engineering to meet the challenges in solving tomorrow's issues.
University Requirements
In accordance with the university requirements for graduate degrees, the MSc Committee grants regular enrollment for applicants to the MSc program who satisfy the following academic qualifications and criteria:
The applicant must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or a closely-related field) from a recognized college or university with an overall Bachelor's grade point average of 3.00 (out of 4.0) or higher. Students with a CGPA between 2.5 and 2.99 may be admitted conditionally.
Students in programs taught in English: a score of 1400 in an EmSAT English exam, 550 in TOEFL (ITP) (or its equivalence), or 6 in IELTS must be obtained. Students who have an EmSAT score of 1250 or its equivalent in another English proficiency standardized test accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation, such as TOEFL (ITP) with a score of 530 (or its equivalence), and IELTS with a score of 5.5 may be admitted, however, they must meet the following conditions:
- An EmSAT English score of 1400 or its equivalent must be obtained by the end of the first semester.
- A maximum of 6 credit hours (Master level) must be registered in the first semester, excluding intensive English language courses.
- A minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 must be obtained in the first 6 credit hours of the master program.
College Requirements
Degree Requirements
The requirements for graduation from the MSc in ME Program are:
- Completing successfully all courses of the program.
- Accumulating a GPA with a minimum of 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
- Completing all the other requirements of the study plan.
- Spending the minimum period stipulated for the award of the MSc degree and not exceeding the maximum.
- Full-time candidates for the Master’s degree must complete their requirements within a minimum of 3 semesters and a maximum of 8 semesters from the date they are admitted into the program.
Program Structure:
The program requirements for the MSc in ME Program comprise 33 credits and are classified into the following categories:
- Compulsory Courses
- Elective Courses
- Thesis
Requirements | Credits Hours |
Compulsory Courses | 9 |
Elective Courses | 15 |
MSc Thesis | 9 |
Total | 33 |
Course Description
Compulsory Courses
Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits Hours |
0408501 |
Engineering Analysis |
3 |
0408502 |
Computational Methods in Engineering |
3 |
0408503 |
Data Collection and Analysis |
3 |
0408501 |
Engineering Analysis |
This course covers mainly three topics: Matrix Analysis; Solution Methods for Systems of Linear Equations, Rectangular Systems and Echelon Forms, Norms, Inner Products, Orthogonality, Determinants, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. Integral Transforms: Fourier Integrals, Fourier Transform, Applications To Boundary Value Problems. Laplace Transform and Applications to Initial Value Problems. Calculus of Variations; Functions & Functionals, The Euler – Lagrange Equation, Functionals With Higher Derivatives, Functionals in Two Dimensions, Constrained Extremization, The Sturm-Liouville Problem, Rayleigh-Ritz Method, Approximate Solutions of Differential Equations, Finite Element and Galerkin Methods, Hamilton Principle, Conservative Forces. Other topics include Tensor and Special Functions. |
0408502 |
Computational Methods in Engineering |
This course is intended to be a core course in computational methods for mechanical engineering graduate students, to gain a sound knowledge of the fundamental principles that provide the foundation for the software used in mechanical engineering. Topics include finite difference, finite volume and finite element techniques, discretization methods and applications to model equations, application of numerical methods to elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic equations. |
0408503 |
Data Collection and Analysis |
Introduction to research methodologies; formulating a research proposal: formulate a research question, conduct literature review, choose appropriate research methodology; data collection: interview, questionnaire, observation, etc.; data analysis, quantitative and qualitative; writing research proposal/reports and research papers; ethics in research, research case studies. |
Elective Courses
Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits Hours |
0408510 |
Viscous Fluid Flow |
3 |
0408511 |
Advanced Thermodynamics Engineering |
3 |
0408512 |
Convective Heat Transfer |
3 |
0408513 |
Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer |
3 |
0408514 |
Advanced Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Systems |
3 |
0408515 |
Advanced Refrigeration Systems |
3 |
0408516 |
Advanced Internal combustion Engines |
3 |
0408521 |
Theory of Elasticity |
3 |
0408522 |
Vibration Analysis |
3 |
0408523 |
Computer Aided Analysis of Multi-Body systems |
3 |
0408525 |
Modeling and Simulation |
3 |
0408527 |
Advanced Robotics |
3 |
0408531 |
Engineering Nanomaterials |
3 |
0408532 |
Materials Failure Analysis |
3 |
0408533 |
Advanced Engineering Materials |
3 |
0408534 |
Materials Characterization |
3 |
0408535 |
Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
3 |
0408541 |
Membrane Technology and Application |
3 |
0408542 |
Thermal Desalination |
3 |
0408510 |
Viscous Fluid Flow |
Equation of motion for viscous flow, exact solutions of Navier-Stokes equations. Creeping flow: Stokes and Oseen solutions, lubrication theory. Boundary layer theory: similarity solutions, approximate methods of solution, numerical methods of solution, stability, turbulent boundary layers. Introduction to compressible boundary layer flows. |
0408511 |
Advanced Thermodynamics Engineering |
Review of the laws of thermodynamics, entropy generation, entropy generation minimization, single-phase systems, exergy analysis, multiphase systems, chemically reactive systems, classical thermodynamics of a general reactive system; conservation of energy and principles of increase of entropy; fundamental relation of thermodynamics; Legendre transformations; phase transitions and critical phenomena; equilibrium and stability criteria in different representation; multicomponent systems; multiphase systems including phase equilibrium; chemical reactions. |
0408512 |
Convective Heat Transfer |
The fundamental theory and engineering applications of convective heat transfer: governing Equations of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer, Heat Transfer in Laminar Flows: scaling analysis, boundary layers, duct and tube flows, natural convection, Heat Transfer in Turbulent Flows: turbulence, time averaged equations, turbulence modeling; application to special cases such as boundary layers, pipe flow, natural convection, Jets, plumes and wakes. Convection with phase change: Boiling and condensation. Numerical Methods for Heat Convection: similarity solutions and Runge-Kutta methods, finite difference and finite volume schemes. |
0408513 |
Conduction and Radiation Heat Transfer |
The fundamental theories and engineering applications of heat conduction and thermal radiation: Steady and transient heat conduction; governing equations, solution methods and applications, fundamentals of radiative energy transport, radiative exchange between surfaces, radiative heat-transfer in absorbing-emitting-scattering media. |
0408514 |
Advanced Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Systems |
In this course, an engineering approach is followed to achieve an energy balance of buildings according to the relevant standards. A systematic design approach of various HVAC systems (all air, air-water, and all water systems) is presented. HVAC system selection procedure and rules are presented according to client requirements, climate conditions, and building configurations. Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) software packages are introduced in the HVAC course to enhance the design and analysis of HVAC in many aspects such as comfort factors, air circulation, temperature, pressure, velocity, noise, and energy. |
0408515 |
Advanced Refrigeration Systems |
This course presents the analysis and design of various refrigeration systems, considering the knowledge gained in the undergraduate related courses. It also introduces learning about cryogenic properties and cryogenic system applications in various fields. Obtain depth of knowledge in the application of refrigeration systems in food processing, drying, and transportation is another goal in this course. The next objective is analyzing and evaluating the equipment and accessories projected to remove heat from large-scale processes or materials, lowering the temperature to the desired value in the industrial applications. |
0408516 |
Advanced Internal combustion Engines |
In this course, the knowledge of the most recent technologies in the automotive industry for gasoline and diesel engines is presented. The fundamental of thermodynamics, kinetic chemistry, and heat transfer that are related to ICE will also be presented. The formation of tailpipe emissions of engines is described, and a systematic approach is presented for verifying the conformity with emission standards and related regulations. |
0408521 |
Theory of Elasticity |
Mathematical background for the formulation of elasticity; deformation, strain and displacement, strain compatibility; stresses and equilibrium; linear elastic material behaviour, Hook's law, non-homogeneous, anisotropic, and thermoelastic constitutive forms; displacement and stress formulations, general solution strategies; strain energy, reciprocal theorem, virtual work, minimum potential and complimentary energy; two-dimensional formulations of plane strain and stress; torsion, and flexure problems. |
0408522 |
Vibration Analysis |
Multi-degree of freedom discrete systems, continuous systems, approximate methods, finite element method, vibration control, random vibration, nonlinear vibration, introduction to human responses to vibration. |
0408523 |
Computer Aided Analysis of Multi-Body systems |
Kinematics, dynamics, analysis of flexible mechanisms. Constrained mechanical systems with flexible components. Numerical methods. Computer-Aided Analysis. Applications. Large scale deformable bodies. Finite element method. Constrained motion of interconnected rigid and deformable bodies. Coordinate reduction. Computational methods. Applications using computer software, e.g. ADAMS. |
0408525 |
Modeling and Simulation |
This course covers three main areas: modelling, simulation, and identification. It presents several modelling methodologies that can be used for mechanical systems. This will cover mathematical and graph models. Software tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink and/or LABVIEW, will be used to simulate the systems and analyze the responses. Also, an introduction to system identification will be provided. |
0408527 |
Advanced Robotics |
This course covers industrial robotics systems. It starts with classifying the manipulators, defining their parameters, forward and inverse kinematic, equation of motion, path planning, sensors, and controlling the system. Several nonlinear control techniques will be taught, i.e. sliding mode control. Software tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink and/or LABVIEW, will be used to simulate the systems and analyze the responses. |
0408531 |
Engineering Nanomaterials |
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental aspects related to nanomaterials including their classification, synthesis and processing, characterization, property measurements, performance evaluation and applications. |
0408532 |
Materials Failure Analysis |
Foundation of failure mechanisms and analysis, stress, fatigue, creep and corrosion failures. Stress/strain response and the initiation and propagation of crack, influence of severe environment, Analyze and interpret cause of failure of an engineering structural component using fractography examination. |
0408533 |
Advanced Engineering Materials |
Introduction to Materials Engineering (Crystal structures, Diffusion in metals, Solidification of metals, Equilibrium diagrams, Heat treatment of metal alloys, Defects in materials, Strengthening of materials), Principles of Advanced Engineering Materials - Properties and applications of advanced ceramics, polymers, composites, semiconductors, biomaterials, and what we may term materials of the future (i.e., smart materials and nanoengineered materials). Materials selection, relationships between structure and mechanical properties. Aluminum alloys, magnesium alloys, titanium alloys, high strength steels, nickel-base and cobalt-base superalloys, fibers. |
0408534 |
Materials Characterization |
This course introduces the fundamental theoretical framework for materials characterization techniques and provide an understanding of advanced materials characterization techniques to the students, to be able to use different techniques for characterizing advanced engineering materials, to develop the ability to utilize appropriate characterization techniques in research and provide a foundation for advanced courses in materials science and engineering. Course content includes diffraction, spectroscopy and imaging methods used in the structural and compositional characterization of engineering materials. Thermal and electrochemical analysis are also covered. Recent developments in a wide range of experimental techniques and their application to the quantification of materials properties. |
0408535 |
Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
This course provides the student with an understanding of the fundamental aspects related to manufacturing processes including their classification, major conventional manufacturing processes, additive manufacturing, micro and nanoscale manufacturing. |
0408541 |
Membrane Technology and Application |
Introduction to Membrane Synthesis, Fabrication Processes for Polymeric Membrane, Fabrication Processes for Inorganic Membrane, Fabrication of Polymeric and Composite Membranes, Surface Modification of Inorganic Materials for Membrane Preparation, Fabrication of Low-Fouling Composite Membranes for Water Treatment, Introduction to Membrane Characterization, Spectroscopy Methods for Membrane Characterization, Microscopy Methods for Membrane Characterization, Physical and Chemical Characterization Methods for Membrane Characterization, Mechanical Properties Characterization of Membranes. |
0408542 |
Thermal Desalination |
The course describes the science and technology of thermal desalination processes. It addresses technical and economical parameters of both commercial operating and new technologies. It covers the recent developments, areas to enhance efficiencies, reduce water production cost and CO2 emission. The course also covers: the conventional thermal technologies; MSF, MED and VC, Hybrid, tri-Hybrid and Integrated Technologies, New Technologies Analysis (H-DH, MD), Power-Desalination Cogeneration Analysis, Solar and Nuclear Desalination, Related issues; scale, corrosion, material used and Brine Management and Environmental Impact and Enhancing Desalination Processes Performance. |
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