Mechanical Engineering Department
Vision
To be a leading center for mechanical engineering education, innovation and research through which the Department contributes to the continuous development of the profession and to the overall vision of the University.
Mission
The Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks to empower its students with high quality, modern and well-rounded education, and to constantly advance mechanical engineering knowledge through active, inclusive and multi-disciplinary research and scholarship that is relevant to Lebanon and aligned with the mission of the University.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program at the Lebanese French University seeks to prepare engineers who are proficient in cognitive theories, whether scientific, mathematical, or humanistic, and who possess the applied, practical, digital, and personal skills necessary to practice mechanical engineering locally and internationally.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Distinction and proficiency in devising rational engineering solutions.
- Scientific and technical competence to practice mechanical engineering.
- Leadership, integrity and professionalism with strong work ethics.
- Good citizenship and commitment to sustainable improvement.
- Awareness of contemporary issues locally and globally.
- Appreciation of modern technologies and interdisciplinary innovation.
Student Outcomes (SOs)
- Ability to solve complex engineering problems.
- Ability to design engineering solutions meeting required constraints.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities.
- Ability to function effectively within teams.
- Ability to conduct experiments and analyze data.
- Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge.
Electives and Concentrations
The program includes five major electives. When chosen within a specific track, students may receive a concentration in that sub-specialty.
The Program Structure
The recommended sequence of courses is given below.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester I | ENGL211 | English Communication I | 5 |
| MATH211 | Calculus I | 5 | ||
| GENG211 | Engineering Drawing I | 2 | ||
| CHE211 | General Chemistry | 5 | ||
| PHY231 | General Physics | 5 | ||
| CIVE211 | Statics | 5 | ||
| INFO211 | Information Technology & AI | 3 | ||
| Year 1 | Semester II | ENGL221 | English Communication II | 5 |
| MATH221 | Linear Algebra | 5 | ||
| MECE221 | Dynamics | 5 | ||
| INFO221 | Introduction to Programming | 5 | ||
| PHY232 | Modern Physics | 5 | ||
| GENG221 | Engineering Lab I | 2 | ||
| GENG212 | The Role of the Engineer in Society | 3 | ||
| Year 2 | Semester III | CIVE231 | Science of Materials | 3 |
| ELEE231 | Electric Circuits | 5 | ||
| MATH231 | Differential Equations | 5 | ||
| MECE241 | Thermodynamics | 5 | ||
| GENG223 | Engineering Design Studio | 5 | ||
| GENG222 | Engineering Drawing II | 2 | ||
| Culture & Humanities I (Elective) | 5 | |||
| Year 2 | Semester IV | MATH241 | Calculus II | 5 |
| MATH243 | Probability & Statistics | 3 | ||
| GENG241 | Engineering Lab II | 2 | ||
| MATH242 | Numerical Analysis | 5 | ||
| ELEE311 | Electronics I | 5 | ||
| GENG321 | Engineering Economy | 5 | ||
| Culture & Humanities II (Elective) | 5 | |||
| Year 3 | Semester V | CIVE311 | Mechanics of Materials | 5 |
| MECE311 | Fluid Mechanics | 5 | ||
| MECE312 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 5 | ||
| MECE313 | Rigid Body Dynamics | 5 | ||
| MECE315 | Renewable Energy | 5 | ||
| MECE314 | Fundamentals of Instrumentation | 5 | ||
| Year 3 | Semester VI | MECE326 | Mechatronics | 5 |
| MECE321 | Heat Transfer | 5 | ||
| MECE322 | Mechanical Design | 5 | ||
| MECE323 | Mechanical Engineering Lab I | 2 | ||
| MECE327 | Internal Combustion Engines | 5 | ||
| MECE324 | Intro to Modeling & Simulation | 5 | ||
| MECE325 | Manufacturing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Year 4 | Semester VII | MECE411 | Advanced Fluid Mechanics | 5 |
| MECE412 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials | 5 | ||
| MECE413 | Electric Machines | 5 | ||
| MECE414 | Control Engineering | 5 | ||
| Directed Elective | 5 | |||
| Arabic Language, Literature & Culture | 5 | |||
| Year 4 | Semester VIII | MECE421 | Machine Dynamics | 5 |
| MECE422 | Turbomachinery | 5 | ||
| MECE423 | CAD / CAM | 5 | ||
| MECE424 | HVAC | 5 | ||
| Directed Elective | 5 | |||
| MECE425 | Production Workshop | 3 | ||
| MECE426 | Mechanical Engineering Lab II | 2 | ||
| Year 4 | Semester IX | GENG431 | Industrial Experience (8 Semaines) | 9 |
| Year 5 | Semester X | MECE512 | Finite Element Methods | 5 |
| GENG511 | Research Methodology | 3 | ||
| MECE513 | Engineering Vibrations | 5 | ||
| Directed Elective | 5 | |||
| MECE511 | Final Year Project I | 6 | ||
| Year 5 | Semester XI | EMAN521 | Sustainability & EMS | 5 |
| Directed Elective | 5 | |||
| Directed Elective | 5 | |||
| MECE522 | Final Year Project II | 12 | ||