About the Program

The Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering program is meticulously designed to provide an exceptional learning environment. It equips students to excel in the dynamic and technology-driven professional world. Focused on thermal and mechanical systems, our curriculum empowers students with essential technical skills. This knowledge enables them to effectively apply modern mechanical engineering tools, creating sustainable solutions for complex challenges. Our program also fosters effective communication in a globally diverse context, reflecting our comprehensive preparation for future engineers.

Vision and Mission

Vision
The Department’s vision is to become one of the leading departments on national, regional, and international levels in terms of high quality education, best teaching and learning practices, and research excellence in areas of high significance to mechanical engineering.

Mission
The Department’s mission is to provide mechanical engineering students with the required knowledge, skills, and capabilities to graduate as job-ready mechanical engineers. Graduates are highly recognized as active citizens and professionals within their communities, able to lead and compete in an increasingly complex and competitive industry and job market, and sought-after practitioners in Lebanon and worldwide.

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)

• PEO1: Establish and advance in professional careers in mechanical engineering or related fields, in the region and the world, demonstrating creativity in their professional practice.

• PEO2: Pursue and succeed in advanced studies.

• PEO3: Serve as leaders and contribute to their profession, organizations, and communities.

Student Outcomes (SO)

• SO1: An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

• SO2: An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

• SO3: An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

• SO4: An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.

• SO5: An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.

• SO6: An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

• SO7: An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Suggested Degree Plan/Curriculum

Suggested Degree Plan/Curriculum (Effective for Students Enrolled Fall 2025–2026)

Laboratory and Computing Facilities