Mechanical Engineering is an international and diverse career path that can be applied in leadership positions across a various industries. This practical and multifaceted program develops students’ passion for design while building skillsets that can be applied in many areas such as aerospace, architecture, automotive, machinery, healthcare and artificial intelligence
This program combines practical and management skills to encourage analytical thinking and problem solving. The core curriculum is built on a broad foundation of calculus and physics modules with focus on computer programming, methods of analysis and engineering design. It further advances to incorporate electrical engineering, advanced use of CAD software, engineering mechanics and simulated systems. Key principles are explored in detail, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and advanced design of machinery.
Elective modules are offered across may areas of interest, such as continuum mechanics, solar energy or biomechanics, to ensure that students are able to nurture interests as the course develops. Students are given the opportunity to undertake an internship with one of our partner companies, preparing work-ready graduates to successfully adapt in the workplace.
1. Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
2. 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.
3. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which take into consideration the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.
5. Function effectively in a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks and meet objectives.
6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analysis and data interpretation, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7. Acquire and apply new knowledge, using appropriate learning strategies.
ENGL 101 introduces the conventions of academic writing and critical thinking and teaches the writing skills necessary for success in college. Read and respond to a variety of texts from different disciplines and produce academic texts using a range of critical thinking and rhetorical strategies. Learn how to apply APA documentation style to ethically document sources in texts and reference lists. The course is designed to provide guided practice in the multi-step process of academic writing.
Prerequisites: None
ENGL 102 introduces the conventions of research writing and teaches how to produce research papers using critical thinking and analytical skills in response to a variety of academic texts. The course is designed to provide guidance in all steps of the research process including choosing a topic, designing a research methodology, analyzing data, and writing up and presenting results.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101
ENGL 205 is designed to develop the English language skills needed to perform effectively in the current global marketplace. The course builds confidence in communicating orally and in writing in various business contexts, explains essential business vocabulary, and teaches the 21st Century skills essential for success in today’s workplace.
Prerequisites: None
This course develops reading and writing skills in Modern Standard Arabic with active speaking and listening skills in both formal Arabic and various Arabic dialects. Authentic materials from the Arabic media will be used in addition to text-related video and audio materials.
Prerequisites: None
A practical language course which aims at developing the language skills of native speakers of Arabic. This course provides the students with a comprehensive knowledge of the linguistic system. It is intended to help learners reach a superior level of proficiency by expanding vocabulary and providing paragraph-level activities in reading, writing, and speaking; through a selection texts by writers from across the Arab world address literary themes and represent a range of genres, styles, and periods, where each text is followed by exercises that measure understanding and comprehension, vocabulary and language applications, including grammar, morphology, spelling, stylistic applications and composition.
Prerequisites: None
The course covers the Modern History of Bahrain since 1500 till 2002. It contains: Chapter I: Introduction geography. Chapter II: A Short History of Bahrain until the beginning of the sixteenth century. Chapter III: Bahrain between European and regional ambitions. Chapter IV: Utub tribe and the establishment of political entities in the Arabian Gulf. Chapter V of Bahrain and British protection. Chapter VI: Bahrain after independence.
Prerequisites: None
This course covers human rights historical development, major human rights laws, treaties, and conventions. To learn obligations as citizens and residents of Bahrain as well as a member of the international community and to understand Human Rights Enforcement Mechanisms in Bahrain.
Prerequisites: None
This course aims to enhance understanding of concepts and the development of problem-solving skills in the areas of single variable differential calculus and single variable integral calculus. Topics include limits, differentiation, curve sketching, optimization, and introductory integration. Functions studied range from simple algebraic and radical expressions to more sophisticated rational, logarithms, exponentials, and trigonometric functions.
Prerequisites: MATH 099 or placement exam score
This course involves applications and techniques of integration, including substitution, by parts, trigonometric substitution, and by partial fractions. The course also introduces improper integrals, numerical integration, sequences and series, geometric series formula, criteria for convergence, power series, and Taylor expansion.
Prerequisites: MATH 153
This course is designed to provide students with the core competencies of computing literacy and computational thinking, which are essential skills in the digital information age. The course provides an overview of computer systems—hardware, software and networks. Students will practice using essential computing programs, and will develop computational solutions to basic problems. The course also covers social and ethical issues related to computing.
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to help students function as independent learners within a university environment. The course teaches students various transferable study skills, including time management, dealing with group projects, test preparation, and critical reading. It also intends to raise students’ understanding of themselves as learners.
Prerequisites: None
This course introduces the general principles of chemistry with emphasis on inorganic materials. This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the major areas of chemistry. The topics covered range from the atomic theory to the descriptions of chemical reactivity and reactions, quantitative methods in chemistry, reactions in aqueous media and chemical bonding. Prerequisites: High school chemistry and 2 years of high school algebra.
*This course is aligned with the CSUN Curriculum.
This course is an application of the general chemistry concepts studied in CHEM 101. The student carries out experiments including density, chemical equilibria, solutions, titrations, and standardizing
This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the some of the major areas of physics. Topics covered range from measurements and error analysis of physical dimensions to understand the concepts of motions and forces in one, two and three dimensions, free fall acceleration, kinetic, potential and conservation of energy.
Prerequisites: MATH 151
*This course is aligned with the CSUN Curriculum.
This course is designed to reinforce topics presented in PHYS 101 lectures. Through scientific experimentation, students will improve their understanding of basic concepts in mechanics while developing their foundation of the scientific process. Laboratory work includes the setting up and running of physics’ experiments, whether hands on or online. Regular activities include data taking, data presentation, data visualization, data analysis, fitting, and drawing of conclusions.
This course introduces the basic principles and the definition of human rights with an emphasis on the International Convention of human rights. It aims to reflect current developments and questions arising in international human rights law, to communicate debates and arguments concerning human rights, and to analyze the application of international human rights principles in the context of Bahrain.
*This course is aligned with the CSUN Curriculum.
Psychology is a field focused on scientifically understanding how humans think, feel, and act. This course will introduce you to the basic concepts and research within the field of psychology and hopefully it will allow you to gain a better understanding of the self and others. The course will cover a wide range of topics such as research methodology, biological bases of behavior, perception, motivation and emotion, learning and memory, development, intelligence, personality and social influence.
*This course is aligned with the CSUN Curriculum.
This course provides a broad overview of sociology and how it applies to everyday life. Major theoretical perspectives and concepts are presented, including sociological imagination, culture, deviance, inequality, social change, and social structure. Students also explore the influence of social class and social institutions, such as churches, education, healthcare, government, economy, and environment. The family as a social structure is also examined.
*This course is aligned with the CSUN Curriculum.
The American University of Bahrain recognizes the importance
of curricular and non-curricular activities in developing graduate attributes.
Hence, students are required to compile a portfolio of evidence showing their
development throughout their educational journey. The portfolio is expected to
include just a sample of activities that the student considers significant to
his/her learning. The graduation portfolio aims to:
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Provide an insight into the
student’s personality and areas of interest
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Showcase the student’s work
and development over time
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Encourage students to
engage in their wider academic and social context
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Promote AUBH graduates to
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A vector treatment of the concepts and characteristics of forces and couples. Distributed forces. Center of mass; centroid of area. Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Trusses and frames. Internal forces. Shear and moment distribution in beams. Area moment of inertia. The main purpose of this course is to develop the engineering student’s ability to analyse static equilibrium problems in a logical manner. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of principles employed in the solution of problems rather than reliance on a rote process of substitution in numerous formulas.
Prerequisites: PHYS 101
This course provides students with an overview of programming, problem-solving, testing and debugging. It explores many fundamental programming concepts with emphasis on applying theoretical knowledge to a practical situation. It introduces the fundamental concepts of a computer system, programming languages, and provides a comprehensive introduction to programming for engineering and computer science students. It is designed as an introduction to programming and programming language (Java) for students who have no or very little programming knowledge and experience.
Prerequisites: Passing the Math Placement Test or MATH 099
This course involves selected analytical and numerical methods for solving problems from various engineering fields: Solution of initial and boundary value problems, series solutions, Laplace transforms, and nonlinear equations; numerical methods for solving ordinary differential equations, accuracy of numerical methods, linear stability theory, and finite differences. This course also introduces a programming basic tool for computation problems with engineering applications.
Prerequisites: MATH 152
This course emphasizes on vector functions (continuity, derivatives, and integrals), parametric curves and surfaces, polar coordinates, as well as functions of several variables (including continuity and partial derivatives, gradient, directional derivatives). Topics also include the chain rule, double and triple integrals, iterated integrals, integration using polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates, change of variables, line and surface integrals (including surface area), curl and divergence, and the integral theorems of Green, Stokes, and Gauss.
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 154
The course provides an overview of the fundamental principles of physics in the areas of electricity and magnetism. Topics include electric field, Gauss law, electric potential, capacitance and dielectrics, current and resistance, direct current circuits, magnetic fields, sources of magnetic fields, Biot-Savart Law, Ampere’s Law, Faraday’s law, and Lenz’s Law. The course is designed for students requiring calculus-based physics.
Prerequisites: PHYS101
Co-requisite: PHYS102L
This course is designed to reinforce topics presented in PHYS 102 lectures. Through scientific experimentation, students will improve their understanding of basic concepts in electricity and magnetism while developing their foundation of the scientific process. Laboratory work includes the setting up and running of physics’ experiments, whether hands on or online. Regular activities include data taking, data presentation, data visualization, data analysis, fitting, and drawing of conclusions.
Pre/Corequisites: PHYS 102
This course provides an overview of the fundamental principles of physics in the areas of static equilibrium and elasticity, fluid mechanics, kinetic theory of gases, first and second law of thermodynamics, mechanical waves, vibrating bodies, and acoustic phenomena.
Prerequisites: PHYS 101 and either MATH154
PHYS 105L is designed to reinforce topics presented in PHYS 105 lectures. Through scientific experimentation, students will improve their understanding of basic concepts in static equilibrium and elasticity, fluid mechanics, kinetic theory of gases, first and second law of thermodynamics, mechanical waves, vibrating bodies, and acoustic phenomena while developing their foundation of the scientific process.
Pre-co-requisites: PHYS 105
This course provides an overview of circuit analysis by reduction methods, source transformations, and mesh and nodal analysis This course introduces the basic fundamentals of DC machines (Motors, Generators) and transformer. The students will be able to define, identify and categorize the devices that make up rotating machinery. The students will also learn the different characteristics of rotating machinery and transformers along with electric power transmission. Analyse the relationship between the power developed in the primary and secondary of transformer along with electric power transmission.
Prerequisites: MATH 152 and PHYS 102
The course is designed to teach the student sketching and visualization skills that will be used throughout their academic years and their professional career. Students will be introduced to different tools used in engineering drafting and will learn to draw of views in orthographic projection using first and third angle projections, as well as isometric drawings. Linework: Visible, Hidden, Centre Axis, Dimension and Section Lines. Dimensioning Principles: Appropriate dimensions in engineering drawings. Sections and Sectional Views: Include appropriate sectional views in engineering drawings. Then students are introduced to SolidWorks, a CAD program predominately used in the mechanical and aerospace industry. Students will learn the basic steps in a CAD environment, Dimensioning,2D &3D creating and design. Students will have an introduction to assembly.
Pre-requisites: MATH 151
This course is a continuation of MECH 101. It mainly focuses on more advanced applications of the CAD software. It also includes introduction to concepts in engineering graphics and their implementation with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) parametric modelling tools. Creation of sketches, parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings. Application to group project, including oral
and written reports..
Prerequisite: MECH 101
The purpose of the course is to present the foundations and applications of the relationship between forces acting on an object and its motion. This knowledge is essential for the detailed study of further courses such that fluid dynamics, flight dynamics and structural dynamics. The course is also designed to emphasize the critical importance of good problem solving skills.
• Use vector notation to calculate the velocity and acceleration of a particle or rigid body in motion.
• Use Newton’s second law to calculate acceleration and obtain information about the forces acting on the object.
• Energy methods. Use concepts of work, kinetic and potential energy in solving problems involving forces depending on object’s position.
• Use momentum methods to determine the change in object’s velocity. Analyze impacts, and forces exerted by continuous flow of mass.
• Analyse planar motions of rigid bodies without considering the forces and couples causing them.
• Introduction to vibrations. (If time permitted).
Prerequisite: CIVL 200
This course will enable students to get the fundamental knowledge about materials structure and their mechanical properties in order to select the appropriate materials for engineering applications and design. The course will also provide basic understanding on various modes of materials strengthening and failure. It will cover various types of materials namely metals, polymers and composites.
Prerequisite: CHEM 101 and CIVL 200
This course introduces students to experimental methods used to characterize engineering materials and mechanical behavior. Topics/experiments Included: experiments in mechanical properties, heat treatment, metallography, corrosion properties and X-ray diffraction.
Co-requisite: MECH 240
. Prerequisite: CIVL 200
Concepts of stress, strain, deflection; axial force, torsion, bending, combined stress, Mohr’s circle, failure theories; design concepts, application to machines and vehicles.
Prerequisite: CIVL 200
This course introduces a professional approach to engineering design problems. The course content focuses on problem definition, information gathering, feasibility studies, analysis, final design and communication. Several design studies and projects are also introduced. The course requires filing an approved master plan with the department chair.
Prerequisites: MECH 102, MECH 220
This course introduces students to the concepts of modeling, simulation, and analysis of various mechanical systems, including dynamic, vibrational, electromechanical, and circuits for monitoring and controlling mechanical systems. Topics covered include an introduction to MATLAB, nonlinear algebraic equations, linear algebraic systems of equations, eigenvalue problems, regression and curve fitting, numerical differentiation and integration and ordinary differential equations.
Prerequisites: MECH 220, CMPE 160, ELEC 204 and MATH 252
This course involves the application of mechanics, physical properties of materials and solid mechanics to the design of machine elements.
Prerequisites: CIVL 301, MECH 220
This course introduces students to control theory (e.g. stability, feedback, PID control) with applications in microprocessor-based control of dynamic, vibrational and mechatronic systems. “Bread-boarding” and BASIC programming of microcontrollers as well as graphical programming of PC-based controller interfaces are also discussed.
Prerequisites: ELEC 204, ENGR 201 and MECH 220
This course provides an overview of the effects of fabrication and thermomechanical processing on the properties and service behavior of engineering materials. Topics covered consist of fracture mechanics and materials behavior under a range of design conditions, as well as designing criteria for engineering materials, including fatigue and creep.
Prerequisites: CIVL 301, MECH 240, and MECH 240L
This course will provide undergraduate students with a comprehensive overview of the major areas of thermodynamics. Main thermodynamics concepts covered in this course range from the laws of thermodynamics, concepts of energy, work, temperature, spontaneous and Irreversible heat processes,refrigerators, heat pumps, mass, and energy analysis of controlled volumes and closed systems and entropy.
Prerequisites: CIVL 200 , MATH 252 and PHYS 105
This course will build on concepts learned in Engineering thermodynamics (I). For the sake of brevity, in this class, students will learn a wide range of topics including: Work potential of Energy, Reversibility of Energy, Energy Transfer, Gas Power Cycles such as Diesel, Stirling, Ericson, Brayton, Rankine, Vapor and combined power cycles, Second Law analysis of Vapor cycles, Refrigerator, Heat Pumps, Thermodynamic Relations such as Maxwell, Calpeyron, Gas Vapor Mixtures and Air Conditioning, Dew point temperature and Airconditioning processes.
Prerequisite: MECH 350
Starting with an overview of fluid mechanics applications, then the fundamental fluids and flows properties are introduced. Fluid statics including pressure measurement devices are discussed. The Eulerian and Lagrangian approaches are presented along with some real-life applications. Integral formulation of fluid flow equations is discussed. Venturi meter and orifice meter are discussed as an application to the Bernoulli equation. Dimensional analysis and similitude are presented. Finally, viscous flow in pipes and ducts along with pressure losses are presented. Laminar and turbulent flows are introduced.
Prerequisite: PHYS 105, and MECH 350
Introduction to fluid mechanics laboratory and design of experiments, including experiments on, Bernoulli’s Theorem, Minor Losses, Specific Gravity ,Impact of Jet, Reynolds’ Number and Series and Parallel Pump. Students will also learn technical report writing and work in teams.
Co-requisite: MECH360
This course provides students with the opportunity to practice on the job at a mechanical engineering firm or mechanical engineering department of an organization for a period of six to seven weeks, thereby transferring and developing industry-specific, mechanical engineering and other skills acquired from prior study.
Prerequisite: Senior standing (completing 90 credits), CGPA 2.0
This course focuses on the analytical and numerical solutions of steady and transient one and two- dimensional conduction problems, forced and natural convection in external and internal flows, as well as thermal radiation.
Prerequisites: MECH 360
This course introduces students to data acquisition theory, instrumentation, sensors, data reduction, statistical and uncertainty analysis, and experiment design. The concepts of designing, performing and reporting experiments on mechanical and thermal systems, mechanisms, vibrations, structures, thermodynamics, and heat transfer are also introduced.
Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH 330L, MECH 351, and MECH 452
These courses introduce and analyze the application of engineering principles and design techniques to the designing, building, and testing of an engineering system. Furthermore, ethics related to engineering practice are discussed. A single project is completed in this two-course sequence, which requires the presentation of an oral and a written report.
Prerequisites: 90 credits or above, completing the internship and CGPA 2.0
These courses introduce and analyze the application of engineering principles and design techniques to the designing, building, and testing of an engineering system. Furthermore, ethics related to engineering practice are discussed. A single project is completed in this two-course sequence, which requires the presentation of an oral and a written report.
Prerequisites: MECH 495A
This course focuses on the application of advanced mechanics of materials to the design and analysis of mechanical elements. Topics covered in the course also include probabilistic design and finite element methods as well as applications. Design projects involve extensive use of finite element programs.
Prerequisites: MECH 314 and MECH 340
This course provides students with knowledge on analysis, design and optimization of thermal systems, using microcomputers. Topics covered also include modeling of thermal systems and components, thermal system component characteristics and the effect on overall system performance, the relationship among thermal sciences in the design process, and an introduction to thermo-economic optimization.
Prerequisites: MECH 351 and MECH 452
This course will enable students to get the fundamental knowledge about materials structure and their mechanical properties in order to select the appropriate materials for engineering applications and design. The course will also provide basic understanding on various modes of materials strengthening and failure. It will cover various types of materials namely metals, polymers and composites.
Prerequisite: CHEM 101
This course analyzes the concept of mechanical vibration. Topics covered also include single- and multi-degree of freedom systems, free and forced vibrations, vibration isolation, vibration absorbers and theory of vibration measuring instruments.
Prerequisites: MECH 220, CMPE 160, and MATH 252
The course introduces students to the dynamic characteristics of control components and systems. Stability and response of closed-loop systems and design of control systems are also covered.
Prerequisite: MECH 220, CMPE 160, and MATH 252
This course introduces the fundamentals of ceramics, polymers and composite materials. Topics covered also include materials design and selection, statistical methods of brittle materials design (appropriate for ceramic materials), rheological modeling of polymeric materials, and stress and strain analysis using classical lamination theory of multiply composite laminates.
Prerequisites: MECH 240, CIVL 301 and MECH 340
This course teaches students about the manufacturing of micro and nanostructured engineering components and composites, starting with metal and/or ceramic powders. Topics covered also include powder production methods, characterization, powder shaping and compaction, sintering, hot consolidation, design considerations and finishing operations.
Prerequisite: MECH 340
This course introduces students to the concepts of computer-controlled manufacturing and assembly techniques and devices, databases and special languages, as well as agile manufacturing software programs and technologies.
Prerequisites: ENGR 201, MECH 102, MECH 314, and MECH 340
This course presents the fundamentals of air conditioning processes, psychometrics and building cooling-load calculations. Topics covered also include design and analysis of HVAC systems, equipment selection, design codes and standards and computerized cooling-load calculations.
Prerequisites: MECH 351 and MECH 452
This course involves the application of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer to the thermal design of solar energy conversion systems. Computer simulations are also presented and used.
Prerequisites: MECH 351 and MECH 452
This course teaches students about the application of engineering methodologies for quantitative understanding of biological/physiological phenomena. Topics covered also include continuum mechanics principles, cardiovascular systems and components viewed from a mechanistic standpoint.
Prerequisites: CIVL 301, MECH 240 and MECH 360
This course focuses on microfabrication techniques, microsensors and micro-actuators, and scaling laws. A design project of a microdevice, including schematic creation, test of performance, layout generation, and layout versus schematic comparison, is required.
Prerequisites for mechanical engineering majors: ELEC 204, MECH 220, and MECH 240
Career Progression
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program have a wide range of career opportunities in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, manufacturing, and robotics. Some potential career paths include:
· Design Engineer: develop and optimize mechanical systems, components, and products using CAD software and engineering principles to meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.
· Manufacturing Engineer: improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure product quality in production facilities.
· Aerospace Engineer: design, analyze, and test aircraft, spacecraft, and propulsion systems to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements in the aerospace industry.
· Energy Engineer: design and optimize energy systems, including renewable energy technologies, HVAC systems, and power generation plants, to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
· Automotive Engineer: develop and test vehicle components, systems, and technologies to enhance performance, safety, and fuel efficiency in the automotive industry.
· Robotics Engineer: design and program robotic systems for automation and manufacturing applications, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components to achieve desired functionality.
· HVAC Engineer: design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to ensure occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
Learning Progression
Graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program are well-prepared to pursue advanced education and professional development opportunities. Potential pathways for learning progression include:
· Graduate Studies: graduates can pursue advanced degrees such as a Master of Science (M.Sc.) or a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related fields, specializing in areas such as fluid mechanics, materials science, or mechatronics.
· Professional Certifications: graduates may seek professional certifications to enhance their credentials and demonstrate expertise in specific areas. Relevant certifications for Mechanical Engineers include:
· Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
· Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) or Professional (CSWP)
· Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
· Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
· Project Management Professional (PMP)
· Continuing Education: graduates can participate in industry seminars, conferences, and online courses to stay updated on the latest developments in mechanical engineering, emerging technologies, and best practices.
By pursuing advanced education, obtaining professional certifications, and staying current with industry trends, graduates of the Mechanical Engineering program can advance their careers and contribute to the innovation and advancement of technology in various industries.
