All fields of study of the BEng degree have been accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and comply with the academic requirements for registration as a professional engineer.
Type: Undergraduate degree
Duration: 4 years full time
Compulsory Subjects
First year subjects:
- Graphical Communication
- Calculus
- Physics
- General Chemistry
- Computer Literacy
- Innovation
- Linear Algebra
- Electricity and Electronics
- Mechanics
- Materials Science
- Information Literacy
Second year subjects:
- Calculus
- Differential Equations
- Dynamics
- Strength of Materials
- Machine Design
- Programming
- Materials Science
- Numerical Methods
- Electricity and Electronics
- Machine Design
- Theory of Machines
- Thermodynamics
- Communication Skills
- Technological Entrepreneurship
Third year subjects:
- Mathematics
- Machine Design
- Structural Mechanics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Engineering Statistics
- Engineering Economics
- Vibrations and Noise
- Thermodynamics
- Electrotechnics
- Project Management
Fourth year subjects:
- Computer-aided Structural
- Mechanics
- Heat Transfer
- Control Systems
- Professional Ethics and Practice
- Thermal and Fluid Machines
- Environmental Management
- Vehicle Engineering
- Aeronautics
Careers: Mechanical Engineer.
Source: www.up.ac.za