APPLIED SCIENCE UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
DESCRIPTION of COURSES
1- Workshops I 0802104 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Safety in the workshop, marking-out and measurement, hand skills, carpentry, electrical
wiring. Prerequisite: No
2- Workshops II 0802105 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Electric arc and oxyacetylene welding and cutting, metal turning, milling, shaping, grinding
and drilling metal casting, sheet metal forming. Prerequisite: Workshops I
3- Engineering Drawing 0802106 Cr. Hrs. (2)
Theory and application of technical drawings. Drawing instruments and their use. Linework
and drafting techniques: geometrical construction, multiview drawing and sketching, sectional
views, basic techniques of dimensioning. Screws and fasteners, pictorials, working and
assembly drawings, oblique and isometric drawing, projection of point, lines and planes.
Prerequisite: No
4- Advanced Engineering Math. I 0802201 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Linear algebra. Matrix algebra, solution of linear systems of equations. Eigenvalue problems.
First second, and higher order ordinary differential equations. System of linear differential
equations. Series solutions of differential equations. Laplace transforms..
Prerequisite: Calculus II for Engineering Students.
5- Materials Science and Engineering 0802205 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Atomic bonding –classification of engineering materials, crystal structure and crystal defects.
Diffusion in solid and solid solutions. Equilibrium phase diagrams in binary alloys. .
Principles of heat treatment. Composite materials. Corrosion of metals and alloys Selection
of materials. Prerequisite: 2nd Year Level
6- Materials Science and Engineering Lab. 0802206 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Importance of testing and inspection of materials. Shop test for identification of ferrous and
nonferrous materials. Non destructive tests. Macroscopic examination (Macro etching). Preparation of
specimens for optical microscopic examinations. Some mechanical properties tests (Hardness test,
impact, creep). Thermal analysis (Construction of Pb-Sn phase diagram). Heat treatment of steel
(Annealing, normalizing processes). Hardenability test (Jominy and quench test). Prerequisite:
Materials Science and Engineering
7- Computer Graphics (AutoCAD) 0802207 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Introduction to batch and interactive modes, definition of coordinates, window viewpoints,
projections, curves, use of graphics packages. Applying the techniques of the software
program AutoCAD in the preparation of engineering drawings; Constructing multiview
drawings; sectional and patterned drawings; texts, fonts and styles; layering drawings;
dimensioning, editing and plotting drawings. Advanced modeling extension (3d-drawings),
extrude, revolve, Boolean operation, UCS, sweep, loft …etc.
Prerequisite: Engineering Drawing.
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8- Strength of Materials Lab. 0802210 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Measurements of stresses and strains. Tensile test. Compression test. Hardness test. Creep and
fatigue Tests. Photoelasticity test. Impact test. Torsion test. Buckling of columns. Support
reaction for simply supported beams. Deflection of beams and plates, strain gauge
measurements. Prerequisite: Strength of Materials I
9- Dynamics 0802211 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Kinematics of particles. Kinetics of particles; Newton's second law, work and energy, impulse
and momentum. System of particles. Kinematics of rigid bodies. Kinetics of rigid bodies:
equations of motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum. Introduction to vibrations.
Prerequisite: Statics
10Strength of Materials I 0802212 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Stress and strain. Mechanical properties of materials. Axially loaded members. Torsion of
circular shafts. Bending and shearing stresses in beams. Stress and strain transformations.
Theories of failure. Stresses in thin-walled members and pressure vessels. Beam deflection
(method of integration), buckling of columns, combined loadings.
Prerequisite: Statics
11Engineering Mechanics 0802216 (3)
Vectors. Static equilibrium. Force analysis. Internal loads. Structural analysis. Friction.
Centroid and center of gravity. Moment of Inertia, stresses and strains. Kinematics of particles.
Kinetics of particles: Newton's second law, work and energy, kinematics of rigid bodies.
Prerequisite: General Physics I for Engineering Students
12Thermodynamics I 0802221 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Thermodynamics system, properties and state; properties of pure substances; first law of
thermodynamics for open and closed systems, second law of thermodynamics; heat engines
and heat pumps, Carnot cycle, Clausius inequality, entropy, ideal gases, isentropic efficiency,
reversibility and irreversibility . Introduction to cycles.
Prerequisite: General Physics I for Engineering Students
13Thermodynamics II 0802222 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Vapor power cycles; gas power cycles; refrigeration cycles, thermodynamics relations, gas
mixtures, air-vapor mixture, psychrometry, combustion, flow through nozzle and blade
passages, speed of sound, Mach number and shockwaves.
Prerequisite: Thermodynamics I
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Advanced Engineering Math. II 0802301 Cr. Hrs. (2)
Fourier series, integrals and transforms. Partial differential equations; One and twodimensional wave and heat equations. Complex analysis (complex numbers and functions,
complex integration, residue integration), mechanical engineering applications.
Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering Math. I
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Engineering Applications 0802302 Cr. Hrs. (2)
Engineering applications in areas of thermal sciences and solid mechanics using software
packages of: Matlab, Mathcad, Maple and Mathematica.
Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering Math I
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Mechanical Drawing 0802306 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Course introduction, pictorial drawings review, auxiliary views review & sections,
dimensioning review / & tolerances, fasteners: bolts , rivets, nuts, washers , welding symbols,
springs , keys, pins, threads drawing. Cam profile design & drawing. Gear design & drawing.
machines assembly .review. Prerequisite: Engineering Drawing
17Strength of Materials II 0802312 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Design of beams and shafts, deflection of beams (discontinuity functions, moment-area
method, method of superposition), statically indeterminate beams, energy methods (strain
energy, principle of virtual work, Castigliano’s theorem). Steady loading, static theories of
failure. Variable loading, dynamic failure theories. Fatigue. Stresses and strains in thickwalled members. Curved beams (deflection and stresses).
Prerequisite: Strength of Materials I
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Thermal Science Lab. 0802324 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Thermometry: filled thermometer, thermocouples, resistance thermometer, radiation
pyrometers. Marcet boiler. Work to heat. Adiabatic index for air. Bomb calorimeter. Flash and
fire points. Heat pump (refrigeration system). Flow through nozzle, orifice, and venturi.
Thermal conductivity. Heat exchanger. Radiation heat transfer. Humidity and air cooling.
Prerequisite: Thermodynamics I & Fluid Mechanics I
19. Theory of Machines 0802331 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction and definition of theory of machines. General applied dynamics. Kinematics and
kinetic of different linkages. Velocity and acceleration diagrams. Kinematics and kinetics of
cams and followers. Balancing of machinary. Governess and their application. Gyroscopic
torque. Power transmission elements: Joints, friction belts, band breaks, clutches, gears and
trains, epicyclic gear trains. Prerequisites: Dynamics and Advanced Engineering Math. I
20. Fluid Mechanics I 0802341 Cr. Hrs.(3)
Fluid properties, fluid statics, conservation laws, Bernouli's equation, applications;
momentum and energy principles; dimensional analysis and similitude, pipe flow.
Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering Math. I
21. Fluid Mechanics Lab. 0802342 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Viscosity and density measurements; jet dispersion; venturimeter and orifice meter; laminar
and turbulent flow; center of pressure; stability of floating body; impact of a jet, Pelton
turbine; Francis turbine; centrifugal pumps; series and parallel pumps; gear pump, centrifugal
fan; flow in pipes and pipe fittings;. Prerequisite: Fluid Mechanics I*
22. Thermal Fluid Sciences 0802345 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Basic concepts, energy, energy transfer by work, first law of thermodynamics, properties of
pure substances, closed system, open system, second law of thermodynamics, entropy.
Viscosity, fluid statics, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli and energy& momentum equations,
internal flow. Mechanisms of heat transfer, conduction steady conduction, free convection,
forced convection, and Radiation.
Prerequisite: General Physics I for Engineering Students and Adv. Eng. Math.
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23. Thermal Fluid Sciences Lab. 0802346 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Thermometry: filled thermometer, thermocouples, resistance thermometer, radiation
pyrometers. Marcet boiler. Work to heat. Adiabatic index for air. Bomb calorimeter. Flash and
fire points. Heat pump (refrigeration system). Flow through nozzle, orifice, and venturi.
Thermal conductivity. Heat exchanger. Radiation heat transfer. Humidity and air cooling.
Prerequisite: Thermal Fluid Sciences*
24. Building Utility I \ Sanitary Systems 0802383 Cr. Hrs. (2)
Description of water supply systems and sanitary disposal systems; design of hot and cold
water piping systems; design of waste water piping systems; storm water disposal and fire
fighting water systems.
Prerequisite: No
25. Building Utility II \ Air Conditioning 0802384 Cr. Hrs. (2)
Introduction to psychrometric chart and human comfort, natural and mechanical ventilation;
introduction to heating & cooling calculation, description of central HVAC systems;
introduction to duct design. Prerequisite: General Physics I for Engineering Students
26. Machine Design I 0802430 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction and Definitions. Standards and codes. Statistical considerations. Design
materials. Review of stress, strain, and theories of failure. Design of screws, fasteners, and
connections. Welded, brazed, and bounded joints. Mechanical springs. Rolling bearings.
Lubrication and journal bearing. Prerequisite: Strength of Materials II
27. Machine Design II 0802435 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Gearing-general. Spur, helical, bevel, and worm gears. Clutches, brakes, coupling, and
Flywheels. Flexible mechanical elements (belts, chains, rope). Shafts, axles, and spindles.
Case studies. Prerequisites: Machine Design I and Theory of Machines
28. Heat Transfer 0802455 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction- to heat transfer, modes of heat transfer, steady-state and transient onedimensional heat conduction; forced and free convection; heat exchangers. Introduction to
radiation. Introduction to boiling and condensation.
Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering Math. II
29. Thermal Lab. 0802456 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Marcet boiler. Joule experiment (work to heat). Bomb calorimeter. Heat pump and
refrigeration cycle. Two-stage reciprocating compressor. Fuels and lubrication properties
(flash and fire points, viscosity). Gas calorific value. Thermal conductivity. Convection heat
transfer. Natural convection. Radiation heat transfer. Heat exchanger (counter parallel or cross
flow). Boiling and condensation.
Prerequisites: Thermodynamics I and Heat Transfer*
30. Engineering Instrumentation & Measurements 0802461 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Basic concepts, general measurement system, analysis of experimental data, error analysis,
statistical analysis, calibration methods and standards, basic electrical measurement,
transducers, dimensional measurements, measurements of pressure, temperature, force, flow,
and power. Prerequisite: 4th year level
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31. Engineering Instrumentation and Measurements Lab. 0802462 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Temperature measurements, and thermocouple calibration, pressure measurements, flow
measurements, psychrometry measurements, speed measurements, gas thermometer (absolute
scale of temperature), measurement of gravitational acceleration, adiabatic index of air. Error
analysis. Temperature control. Pressure transducers. Moment of inertia of a disk.
Prerequisite: Engineering Instrumentation and Measurements*
32. Automatic Control Systems 0802463 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Representation of engineering systems, transfer functions, open-loop systems,; closed-loop
systems, performance of automatic control systems; time domain analysis of control systems,
stability analysis; graphical methods, the Bode diagram, the Nyquist diagram; system
compensation, using MATLAB to solve ACS problems.
Prerequisite: Advanced Engineering Math. I
33. Automatic Control Systems Lab. 0802464 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Hydraulic control systems, pneumatic control systems, servo control, PID control of industrial
processes ( level control, temperature control, pressure control, PH control and flow control),
analogue computer in control and solving differential equations .
Prerequisite: Automatic Control Systems*
34. Mechanical Vibrations 0802471 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Fundamentals of vibration (definitions, parts of vibrating systems, classification and
description of vibration). Free undamped and damped vibrations of simple oscillators.
Harmonically excited vibrations. Transient vibrations, response spectrum, convolution
integral. Two and multidegree of freedom systems: free and forced vibrations, eigenvalues
and eigenvectors, orthogonality relationships, principle of virtual work, Lagrange’s equations.
Control of vibrations. Prerequisites: Dynamics and Advanced Engineering Math. II
35. Dynamics and Vibrations Lab. 0802472 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Mathematical and physical pendulum. Reversible pendulum. Mass moment of inertia and
radius of gyration. Center of percussion. bifilar suspension. Tensional oscillation of single and
two rotor systems. Transverse vibration of beams. Mass spring system (measurement of spring
constant, damping ratio, phase, and amplification factor). Static and dynamic balance.
Vibrations and critical speeds. Measurement of natural frequencies of different systems.
Vibration absorber. Prerequisite: Mechanical Vibrations*
36. HVAC Engineering I 0802481 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Basic concepts, Psychrometric processes, comfort and indoor design conditions, climate and
outdoor design conditions, ventilation requirements, infiltration; heat gains from solar and
other sources heating load calculations. Fuel requirements; cooling load calculation (walls,
roots, glass, equipment lights, motors).
Prerequisites: Thermodynamics II and Heat Transfer
37. Finite Elements 0802503 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Fundamental concepts of finite elements; one and two dimensional axial, flexural and
torsional elements; derivation and assemblage of element stiffness and equivalent load
matrices; numerical solutions and calculations of displacements, stresses and reactions,
dynamic consideration (eigenfrequencies, eignvectors), ME applications.
Prerequisite: 5th Year Level
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38. Building Utility Services 0802505 Cr. Hr. (3)
Water supply and treatment, cold & hot water systems, fire control systems, sanitary
appliances, soil and waste systems, drainage below ground , mechanical conveyors, lifts, &
escalators. Prerequisite: Fluid Mechanics I
39. Mechanics of Composite Materials 0802532 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Basic concepts, characteristics and applications of composite materials , Stress-strain relations of
anisotropic materials , Inverse relations between moduli and compliances , Strength of an
orthotropic lamina , Elastic behavior of multidirectional laminates ,Strength and failure of
unidirectional lamina , Stress and failure analysis of multidirectional laminates , Classical
lamination theory , Thermally Induced Stresses , Governing Equations of Composite Plates.
Prerequisite: Strength of materials 2
40. Rotor-dynamics 0802533 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction to rotor dynamics, un-damped rotor with rigid and elastic bearing, disc rotor with
internal and external damping, behavior of rotor in resonance regions, stability analysis of
rotors, rotor in journal bearing, gyroscopic effect, non-circular shafts, critical speeds of rotors.
Prerequisite: Mechanical Vibrations
41. Robotics Engineering 0802536 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction to robots, classification of robots, dynamics of robotics , power and forces of
joints calculations, hydraulic, pneumatic and electric drive systems, control of robotics,
kinematics of robots, artificial intelligence, applications in industry.
Prerequisite: Automatic Control Systems
42. Turbines 0802541 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Definitions, basic laws, dimensional analysis, velocity triangles for impulse and reaction
blades. Performance characteristics, thermodynamics applications on axial flow compressors
and turbines; Radial flow gas turbines; centrifugal compressors; cascades. Theory of the
propeller. Wind turbines. Various gas turbine cycles, introduction to hydraulic turbines.
Prerequisites: Thermodynamics II and Fluid Mechanics I
43. Fluid Mechanics II 0802542 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Basic equations in differential form, circulation, rotational and irrational flows, Euler’s eqs,
stream function and potential function Navier-stoke’s eqs, boundary layer theory, potential
flow, compressible flow in nozzles and ducts, shock waves, expansion waves, introduction to
turbo machinery .closed and open cycle system cogeneration.
Prerequisites: Fluid Mechanics I and Advanced Eng. Math. II
44. Internal Combustion Engines 0802571 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction to principles of IC. engines, operating (performance) characteristics,
Thermochemistry & fuels, engine cycles ( air-standard, fuel-air cycles, actual cycles), normal
and abnormal combustion in petrol & diesel engines, reciprocating I.C. engine components
and accessories, fuel systems, Emmission and air pollution. Heat transfer in engines gas
turbines and jet engines cycles. Prerequisite: Thermodynamics II
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45. Thermal Power Plants 0802572 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Introduction to power plants and energy conversion. Load profile. Power plant systems: cooling water
systems, electrical system, fuel, water treatment and feed water systems, steam generators, power
plant cycles: simple cycle, combined cycle. Steam turbine (impulse and reaction). Gas turbine
generators. Prerequisite: Thermodynamics II
46. Solar Energy 0802574 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Nature and availability of solar radiation; review of heat transfer topics related to solar energy
collection and use; design and analysis of solar energy collectors; methods of storages;
selected topics and application. Prerequisite: Heat Transfer
47. Internal Combustion Engines Lab. 0802575 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Operation of reciprocating internal combustion (S.I) engine (view of combustion in
transparent cylinder, effect of ignition time,…) Performance of diesel & petrol engines.
Friction power in R.I.C. engines. Volumetric efficiency & emossion gases in petrol engine.
Performance of 2-stroke engine (petrol). Flame propagation & stability. Distillation of
gasoline. Combustion of gaseous fuels in a combustion chamber. Gas turbine performance.
Energy balance in R.I.C. engines. Prerequisite: Internal Combustion Engines*
48. HVAC Engineering II 0802581 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Review of psychometric processes, air requirements, ventilation requirements; description of
different HVAC systems; analysis and design of the all-air system; room air distribution, duct
design, selection of fans and pumps, design of piping systems for all-water systems; selection
of boilers, control systems and zoning, introduction to plumbing.
Prerequisite: HVAC Engineering I
49. Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering I 0802594 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Special advanced topics selected from various subjects in mechanical engineering.
Prerequisite: 4th Year Level
50. Graduation Project I / 0802595 Cr. Hrs. (1)
Graduation project in Mechanical Engineering specializations: energy and thermal sciences,
HVAC, and/or solid mechanics.
Prerequisite: ٍSuccessfully Completed at Least 120 Cr. Hrs.
51. Graduation Project II 0802596 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Continuation of Project I. Prerequisite: Project I with passing grade
52. Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering II 0802597 Cr. Hrs. (3)
Special advanced topics selected from various subjects in mechanical engineering.
Prerequisite: 5th Year Level
53. Engineering Training 0800003
Practical training in an engineering office, factory or an engineering project. (For at least eight
continuous weeks) Prerequisite: Successfully Completed 90 Credit Hours
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