Mechanical Engineering

(BSc, 4 Years)

Duration

4 years

Qualification Awarded

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Level of Qualification

Bachelor Degree (1st Cycle)

Language of Instruction

English

Mode of Study

Full-time or Part-time

Minimum ECTs Credits

240

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Mechanical Engineering (BSc, 4 Years)

Duration 4 years
Qualification Awarded Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Level of Qualification Bachelor Degree (1st Cycle)
Language of Instruction English
Mode of Study Full-time or Part-time
Minimum ECTS Credits 240

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Profile of the Programme

The Mechanical Engineering (MENG) programme covers the subject of Mechanical Engineering, a scientific area represented in the largest universities abroad with respective programs/departments, been active in education and research for over 100 years.

The purpose of the current MENG programme is to offer high-quality education and research, which enable students to acquire knowledge and to cultivate such skills that will help them succeed in their careers, enrich their experience, successfully face any difficulties, but also to take advantage of the opportunities they will meet.

Through the educational process, an effort is made so all the students acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities, to act as responsible Engineers for scientific decision making and the preparation/implementation of studies for the research, the design, the theoretical simulation, the growth, the production, the treatment, the control of manufacturing processes, the quality control/authentication of raw materials and final product used for conventional and modern technological applications. At the same time, MENG program aims to develop the students’ analytical and synthetic skills, as well as their ethos/professional culture so that they can cope successfully in the professional arena after their graduation.

The MENG programme responds to the needs and requirements of modern society, ensures the quality of the studies provided to the students by following specific procedures, which are harmonized with the Quality Policy of the University of Nicosia.

The specific objectives of the programme are to:

  • Equip students with fundamental knowledge, analytical skills, engineering tools, and laboratory experience to cope successfully in the technologically challenging field of mechanical engineering;
  • Facilitate learning and training in mechanical engineering, which are directly linked to industry and current state-of-the-art technology;
  • Provide analytical and computational skills necessary for the solution of theoretical and practical problems related to mechanical engineering;
  • Provide a practical and experimental hands-on experience that allows students to link directly to fundamental knowledge and theory;
  • Prepare students to work alone or in groups to provide engineering solutions;
  • Prepare students to design/implement systems and processes towards the solution of problems in mechanical engineering;
  • Develop communications skills, including the ability to write technical reports and present their work το audience;
  • Provide students with the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge and technical competence in their field of expertise to become successful professional engineers;
  • Prepare students for post-graduate studies and research in the field of mechanical engineering.

The program is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education. It has also been approved by the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK) and our graduates are in a position to register as licensed Engineers with ETEK. The program conforms to the undisputable academic guidelines set by international accreditation bodies such as the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) in the United States. It includes a considerable number of major and elective courses of theoretical and applied nature which add to program diversity and contribute to a foundation of a broad range of skills for career positions in academia and industry.

Also, like all programs of study the University of Nicosia, it is certified by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA).

The University of Nicosia is recognized by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center (D.O.A.T.A.P.) as equivalent to Greek H.E.I., while the degrees of its graduates have been recognized by D.O.A.T.A.P.

Career Prospects

Graduates of Mechanical Engineering are able to use the acquired technical knowledge and analytical skills to effectively tackle engineering problems and provide efficient solutions. Mechanical Engineers may work in both the government and private sectors. Potential employment opportunities include occupation in:

  • Automotive, Aerospace and Maritime Industries: Designing, manufacturing, and testing of land, sea, air, space vehicles, and offshore platforms.
  • Manufacturing Industry: for components and machinery systems; nanotechnology; conventional and composite materials; robotic systems.
  • Energy Industry: Renewable energy technologies, Power generation systems and plants.
  • Construction Industry: Designing HVAC systems, piping, plumbing, and other mechanical systems for buildings.
  • Oil and Gas Industry: for machinery systems and transportation.
  • Biomedical Industry: for medical devices and prosthetics.
  • Consulting Firms: for the provision of consulting services.
  • Research and Development: in academic and research institutions, and corporate R&D departments.
  • Defense Industry: for military applications.
  • Education and Training.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree).

Academic Admission

The minimum admission requirement to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) or equivalent internationally recognized qualification(s). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies.

  • In addition to the academic record, the student’s extracurricular involvement is taken into account, along with leadership skills and other relevant background information.

English Language Proficiency

The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes.

  • TOEFL – 525 and above
  • Computer-based TOEFL – 193 and above
  • Internet-based TOEFL – 80 and above
  • IELTS – 6 and above
  • Cambridge Exams [First Certificate] – B and above
  • Cambridge Exams [Proficiency Certificate] – C and above
  • GCSE English Language “O” Level – C and above
  • Michigan Examination of Proficiency in English (CaMLA) – Pass
  • Pearson PTE General – Level 3 and above
  • KPG (The Greek Foreign Language Examinations for the State Certificate of Language Proficiency) – Level B2 and above
  • Anglia – Level B2 and above
  • IEB Advances Programme English – Pass
  • Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) Michigan Language Assessment by: Cambridge Assessment English & University of Michigan – 650 average score for ALL skills and above

Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, mid-terms, projects and class participation.

Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.

The student must complete 240 ECTS and all programme requirements.

A minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 is required. Thus, although a ‘D-‘ is a PASS grade, in order to achieve a CPA of 2.0 an average grade of ‘C’ is required.

Upon successful completion of this program, the students should be able to:

  1. Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the processes and technologies involved in the field of mechanical engineering.
  2. Use mathematics, basic science, and engineering techniques and principles to analyse and solve problems related to mechanical engineering.
  3. Use engineering knowledge and tools to design a system, a device, or process that meets specific needs within constraints of social, economic, environmental, ethical, sustainability, and safety origin.
  4. Have in-depth knowledge of engineering concepts and technical requirements, and constraints associated with mechanical engineering design.
  5. Use available measurement data and computer software to reconstruct and simulate three-dimensional models for various mechanical system components under testing and evaluation.
  6. Have a good understanding of the economics associated with the design and construction of mechanical systems and devices.
  7. Communicate effectively with others using oral or written skills.
  8. Know the importance and benefits of life-long learning in the mechanical engineering profession.

Section: A Major Requirements

Min. ECTS Credits: 146  Max. ECTS Credits: 146
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
ECE-210 Electronics I 6
ENGR-111 Programming for Engineers 8
ENGR-290 Numerical Methods using MATLAB 6
MENG-100 Electrical Networks and Machines 6
MENG-110 Computer Aided Design 6
MENG-250 Engineering Mechanics: Statics 6
MENG-252 Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics 6
MENG-260 Thermodynamics I 6
MENG-262 Thermodynamics II 6
MENG-270 Strength of Materials 6
MENG-272 Materials Science and Engineering 6
MENG-280 Fluid Mechanics 6
MENG-290 Heat and Mass Transfer 6
MENG-310 Mechanical Engineering Design 6
MENG-312 Manufacturing Processes 6
MENG-314 Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation 6
MENG-340 System Dynamics and Vibrations 6
MENG-342 Systems and Control Engineering 6
MENG-350 Machine Elements 6
MENG-430 Internal Combustion Engines 6
MENG-482 Energy Conversion Systems 6
MENG-494 Capstone Design Project I 6
MENG-496 Capstone Design Project II 12

Section: B Major Electives

Min. ECTS Credits: 36  Max. ECTS Credits: 36
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MENG-410 Welding 6
MENG-412 Industrial Production Engineering 6
MENG-420 Biomechanics 6
MENG-422 Biomaterials 6
MENG-432 Automotive Engineering 6
MENG-434 Vehicle Dynamics 6
MENG-440 Mechatronics and Robotics 6
MENG-450 Introduction to Finite Elements 6
MENG-452 Stress Analysis 6
MENG-454 Fatique and Failure Analysis 6
MENG-460 Compressible Flow 6
MENG-462 Fluid Dynamics 6
MENG-464 Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration 6
MENG-470 Composite Materials 6
MENG-472 Corrosion Engineering 6
MENG-480 Water Engineering and Desalination 6
MENG-484 Environmental Pollution 6
MENG-486 Alternative Energy Systems 6
MENG-491 Internship 6

Section: C Math Requirements

Min. ECTS Credits: 30  Max. ECTS Credits: 30
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MATH-195 Calculus I 6
MATH-196 Calculus II 6
MATH-276 Calculus III 6
MATH-280 Linear Algebra I 6
MATH-330 Ordinary Differential Equations 6

Section: D Science Requirements

Min. ECTS Credits: 16  Max. ECTS Credits: 16
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
CHEM-106 General Chemistry 8
PHYS-150 General Physics I 8
PHYS-160 General Physics II 8

Section: E Business Electives

Min. ECTS Credits: 6  Max. ECTS Credits: 6
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
ENGR-300 Engineering Economy 6
ENTR-150 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 6
MGT-281 Introduction to Management 6

Section: F Language Requirements

Min. ECTS Credits: 6 Max. ECTS Credits: 6
Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
BADM-332 Technical Writing and Research 6

Section: G Unallocated Courses

Min. ECTS Credits: 0 Max. ECTS Credits: 0

Semester 1

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MATH-195 Calculus I 6
ENGR-111 Programming for Engineers 8
MENG-110 Computer Aided Design 6
CHEM-106 General Chemistry 8
PHYS-150 General Physics I 8

Semester 2

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MENG-100 Electrical Networks and Machines 6
MATH-196 Calculus II 6
MENG-250 Engineering Mechanics: Statics 6
PHYS-160 General Physics II 8
BADM-332 Technical Writing and Research 6

Semester 3

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
ECE-210 Electronics I 6
MATH-330 Ordinary Differential Equations 6
MENG-314 Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation 6
MENG-260 Thermodynamics I 6
MENG-272 Materials Science and Engineering 6

Semester 4

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
BADM-332 Technical Writing and Research 6
MATH-276 Calculus III 6
MENG-270 Strength of Materials 6
MENG-280 Fluid Mechanics 6
MENG-312 Manufacturing Processes 6

Semester 5

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MENG-412 Industrial Production Engineering 6
MATH-280 Linear Algebra I 6
MENG-252 Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics 6
MENG-262 Thermodynamics II 6
MENG-350 Machine Elements 6

Semester 6

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
ENGR-290 Numerical Methods using MATLAB 6
MENG-290 Heat and Mass Transfer 6
MENG-482 Energy Conversion Systems 6
MENG-340 System Dynamics and Vibrations 6
MENG-422 Biomaterials 6

Semester 7

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
MENG-342 Systems and Control Engineering 6
MENG-430 Internal Combustion Engines 6
MENG-494 Capstone Design Project I 6
MENG-440 Mechatronics and Robotics 6
MENG-470 Composite Materials 6

Semester 8

Course ID Course Title ECTS Credits
ENGR-300 Engineering Economy 6
MENG-496 Capstone Design Project II 12
MENG-484 Environmental Pollution 6
MENG-486 Alternative Energy Systems 6
The above semester breakdown is an indicative one. A few of the courses are electives and can be substituted by others. Students may contact their academic advisor and consult their academic pathway found on this website under “Schools & Programmes”.

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Department of Engineering

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Department of Engineering , School of Sciences and Engineering

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Department of Engineering

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School of Sciences and Engineering
Department of Engineering

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Associate Professor
School of Sciences and Engineering
Department of Engineering

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Head of Department
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Department of Engineering

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Department of Computer Science
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Department of Engineering

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School of Sciences and Engineering
Department of Engineering

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Department of Computer Science

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School of Sciences and Engineering
Department of Engineering

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School of Sciences and Engineering
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