Profile of the Programme
The general objectives of the BSc in Mechanical Engineering program are to:
- Prepare students to become successful professional engineers in the demanding field of mechanical engineering;
- Provide students the necessary knowledge and technical skills to excel in the mechanical engineering industry either as operational leaders in the field, technical experts, consultants, or researchers;
- Provide students with the fundamental principles of science and engineering in order to cope successfully with the technological challenges of the mechanical engineering industry;
- Cultivate analytical skills, problem solving tactics, and critical thinking;
- Promote engineering ethics, job responsibility, and moral practices;
- Create awareness of social, environmental, and global concerns;
- Promote life-long learning and continuous education through technical training and advanced degrees;
- Develop skills for effective communication with co-workers, managers, and the public on topics related to technical concepts, risks, and recommendations.
The specific objectives of the program are to:
- Equip students with fundamental knowledge, analytical skills, engineering tools, and laboratory experience in order to cope successfully in the technologically challenging field of mechanical engineering;
- Facilitate learning and training in the field of mechanical engineering which are directly linked to industry and current state-of-the-art technology;
- Provide the theoretical and computational skills necessary for the solution of both theoretical and practical problems related to mechanical engineering;
- Provide practical and experimental hands-on experience that allows the students to link directly to fundamental knowledge and theory;
- Prepare students to work alone or in groups in order 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 abilities to write technical reports and present their work before an audience;
- Provide students the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge and technical competence in their field of expertise in order to become successful professional engineers;
- Prepare students for post-graduate studies and research in the field of mechanical engineering.
Career Prospects
After completion of the program requirements, Mechanical Engineering students can pursue one of the following:
- Attend a graduate school for a Masters or PhD degree (either in Cyprus or abroad)
- Can register as professional engineers (e.g. ETEK) and pursue a job career in Cyprus in building services, maintenance, heavy industry, hotel industry, engineering planning and design, etc.
- Can teach in technical schools or high schools (private or public)
- Apply for a Mechanical Engineering job position in Cyprus or Europe (e.g. Germany, Finland, etc.)
- Work as a consultant for local or multinational companies specialized in mechanical engineering services and design
- Work as research engineers or scientists on locally or European funded projects based on novel engineering ideas and applications
- Work for the public or government sector as engineer.
Access to Further Studies
Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Second Cycle degrees (Master’s Degree)
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.
Upon successful completion of this program, the students are expected to:
- Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the processes and technologies involved in the field of mechanical engineering;
- Use mathematics, basic science, and engineering techniques to analyze and solve problems related to mechanical engineering;
- 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;
- Have in-depth knowledge of engineering concepts and technical requirements and constraints associated with mechanical engineering design;
- Use available measurement data and computer software to reconstruct and simulate three-dimensional models for various mechanical system components under testing and evaluation;
- Have a good understanding of the economics associated with the design and construction of mechanical systems and devices;
- Communicate effectively with others using oral or written skills;
- Acquire sufficient knowledge in sciences and economics in order to understand the impact of engineering solutions on society, environment and economy;
- Know the importance and benefits of life-long learning in the engineering profession.
Upon successful completion of this program, the students are expected to:
- Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the processes and technologies involved in the field of mechanical engineering;
- Use mathematics, basic science, and engineering techniques to analyze and solve problems related to mechanical engineering;
- 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;
- Have in-depth knowledge of engineering concepts and technical requirements and constraints associated with mechanical engineering design;
- Use available measurement data and computer software to reconstruct and simulate three-dimensional models for various mechanical system components under testing and evaluation;
- Have a good understanding of the economics associated with the design and construction of mechanical systems and devices;
- Communicate effectively with others using oral or written skills;
- Acquire sufficient knowledge in sciences and economics in order to understand the impact of engineering solutions on society, environment and economy;
- Know the importance and benefits of life-long learning in the engineering profession.
Section: A Major Requirements
Min. ECTS Credits: 138 Max. ECTS Credits: 138
Section: B Major Electives
Min. ECTS Credits: 30 Max. ECTS Credits: 130
Section: C Math Requirements
Min. ECTS Credits: 30 Max. ECTS Credits: 30
Section: D Science Requirements
Min. ECTS Credits: 24 Max. ECTS Credits: 24
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: 12 Max. ECTS Credits: 12
Course ID |
Course Title |
ECTS Credits |
BADM-332 |
Technical Writing and Research |
6 |
ENGL-101 |
English Composition |
6 |
Section: G Unallocated Courses
Min. ECTS Credits: 0 Max. ECTS Credits: 0
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Course ID |
Course Title |
ECTS Credits |
ECE-210 |
Electronics I |
6 |
MATH-330 |
Ordinary Differential Equations |
6 |
MENG-250 |
Engineering Mechanics: Statics |
6 |
MENG-260 |
Thermodynamics I |
6 |
MENG-272 |
Materials Science and Engineering |
6 |
Semester 4
Semester 5
Course ID |
Course Title |
ECTS Credits |
MENG-314 |
Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation |
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 |
ECE-290 |
Numerical Methods Using MATLAB |
6 |
MENG-290 |
Heat and Mass Transfer |
6 |
MENG-310 |
Mechanical Engineering Design |
6 |
MENG-340 |
System Dynamics and Vibrations |
6 |
MENG-420 |
Biomechanics |
6 |
Semester 7
Semester 8
Course ID |
Course Title |
ECTS Credits |
ENTR-150 |
Introduction to Entrepreneurship |
6 |
MENG-464 |
Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration |
6 |
MENG-484 |
Environmental Pollution |
6 |
MENG-342 |
Systems and Control Engineering |
6 |
MENG-492 |
Capstone Design Project II |
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”.