COURSE: BENG IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

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

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