Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Electrical Power and Renewable Energy Engineering (B.Sc. EE–EPREE)

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Program Description:

Electrical power and renewable energy are specializations in electrical engineering concerning the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power from a wide range of sources, with special emphasis on renewable energy sources. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Electrical Power and Renewable Energy Engineering (B.Sc. EE-EPREE) is an applied degree with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. The program consists of a range of core electrical power subjects, leading to in-depth studies relating to renewable energy systems. The applied nature of the program provides skills and competencies relevant to professional engineering practice along with a sound theoretical base. The program includes strong elements of practical problem solving, teamwork, project development and practical industrial experience.

In the third year of studies students engage in an in-field training experience. In their final year, students conduct an in-depth research study of a complex electrical power and /or renewable energy-based problem, utilizing a systems approach in the design and presentation of innovative engineering solutions. The consolidation of the skill set developed in the B.Sc. EE-EPREE program through the completion of a capstone project and work placement prepares graduates for exciting careers in electrical power and renewable energy engineering.

Program Duration:

4 years

Admission Requirements:

1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus two courses: one Mathematics, and one final year Science (Chemistry or Physics is preferred) ;

OR

2. Two-year Electrical Power Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.

 

1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate;

OR

2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0;

OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.

1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test;

OR

2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480;

OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.

1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and Admission Priority Category.

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2024-2025 Study Plan:

COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
PRE-REQ CO-REQ CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 1
AECH1201 Basic Engineering Calculations - - 1 0 3
AEEL1101 Fundamentals of Electricity I - - 3 3 0
AEEL1201 Fundamentals of Electricity I (Lab) - AEEL1101 1 0 2
COMM1010 English Communication I - - 3 3

0

MATH1030 Calculus I MATH1020 OR AMPII Score of 85%   3 3 0
PHYS1020 General Physics - PHYS1021 3 3 0
PHYS1021 General Physics (Lab) - PHYS1020 1 0 3
Effective & Experiential Learning Elective:  Select 1 of 2 
EFFL1001 Effective Learning  - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 18 15 8
SEMESTER 2
AEEL1102 Fundamentals of Electricity II AEEL1101 - 3 3 0
AEEL1202 Fundamentals of Electricity II (Lab) AEEL1201 AEEL1102 1 0

2

AETN1102 Network Fundamentals -

AETN1112 AETN1202

3 3 0
AETN1112 Digital Electronics AEEL1101 AETN1212 3 3 0
AETN1202 Network Fundamentals (Lab) - AETN1102 1 0 3
AETN1212 Digital Electronics (Lab) AEEL1201 AETN1112 1 0 2
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
MATH2010 Calculus II MATH 1030 - 3 3 0
Semester 2 Total: 18 15 7
SEMESTER 3
AECH1100 Environmental Awareness & Ethics - - 2 2 0
AEMA1312 Engineering Graphics AECH1201 - 3 1 4
AEPC1203 Basic Instrumentation

AEEL1100 & AEEL1200 OR AEEL1101 & AEEL1201  

- 2 0 4
Semester 3 Total: 7 3 8
Year 1 Total: 43 33 23
COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
PRE-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 4
AEEP2111 Electrical Machines  AEEL1102 - 3 3 0
AEEP2211 Electrical Machines (Lab) AEEL1202 AEEP2111 1 0 2
AEEP2301 Applied Programming AEEL1101  MATH1020 OR AMPII Score of 85% - 2 1 2
AEEP3121 Advanced Engineering Mathematics & Applications MATH2010 - 3 3 0
AETN2101 Analog Electronics AEEL1102 - 3 3 0
AETN2201 Analog Electronics (Lab) AEEL1202 AETN2101 1 0 2
CHEM1010 General Chemistry I -  CHEM1011 3 3 0
CHEM1011 General Chemistry I (Lab) - CHEM1010 1 0 3
Semester 4 Total: 17 13 9
SEMESTER 5
AEEP2102 Power Systems I AEEP2111 - 3 3

0

AEEP2112 Electrical Practices AEEP2111 - 2 2 0
AEEP2122 Motor Controls & Drives

AEEP2111  AETN2101

- 3 3 0
AEEP2202 Power Systems I (Lab) AEEP2211 AEEP2102 1 0 2
AEEP2212 Electrical Practices (Lab) AEEP2211 AEEP2112 2 0 5
AEEP2222 Motor Controls & Drives (Lab) AEEP2211
AETN2201
AEEP2122 1 0 3
AEEP3132 Discrete Mathematics - - 3 3 0
Semester 5 Total: 15 11 10
SEMESTER 6
AEEP2103 Facilities & Electrical Systems AEEP2102 - 2 2 0
AEEP2113 HV Equipment Testing & Maintenance AEEP2111 - 2 2 0
AEEP2203 Facilities & Electrical Systems (Lab) AEEP2202 AEEP2103 1 0 2
AEEP2213 HV Equipment Testing & Maintenance (Lab) AEEP2211 AEEP2113 1 0 2
Semester 6 Total: 6 4 4
Year 2 Total: 38 28 23
COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE TITLE requisite HOURS/WEEK
PRE-REQ CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 7
AEAC2113 PLC Programming & Control AEEP2122 AETN1102 - 2 2

0

AEAC2213 PLC Programming & Control (Lab) AEEP2222 AETN1202 AEAC2113 1 0 3
AECH2112 Sustainability & Renewable Energy AECH1100 - 3 3 0
AEEP3101 Introduction to Embedded Systems AEEP2301 - 2 2 0
AEEP3111 Power Systems II AEEP2102 - 3 3 0
AEEP3201 Introduction to Embedded Systems (Lab) AEEP2301 AEEP3101 2 0 6
AEEP3211 Power Systems II (Lab) AEEP2202 AEEP3111 1 0 2
RSST3002 Probability & Statistical Analysis MATH2010 - 3 3 0
Semester 7 Total: 17 13 11
SEMESTER 8
AEEP3102 Power Electronics AEEP2122
AETN2101
- 3 3 0
AEEP3112 Control Systems Design AEEP3121 - 3 3 0
AEEP3122 Renewable Energy Conversion I AECH2112 - 3 3 0
AEEP3202 Power Electronics (Lab) AEEP2222 AETN2201 AEEP3102 1 0 2
AEEP3212 Control Systems Design (Lab) AEEP3121 AEEP3112 1 0 2
AEEP3222 Renewable Energy Conversion I (Lab) AECH2112 AEEP3122 1 0 2
Mathematics & Natural Sciences Elective: Select 1 of 3
BIOL1001 Inquiry-Based Biology - - 3 3 0
BIOL1002 Introduction to Botany - - 3 3 0
BIOL1003 Fundamentals of Ecology - - 3 3 0
Semester 8 Total: 15 12 6
SEMESTER 9
AEEP3000 Work Placement Min 85 Credits - 9 360 HRs Total
Semester 9 Total: 9 0 0
Year 3 Total: 41 25 17
COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE TITLE requisite HOURS/WEEK
pre-req co-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 10
AEEP4100 Project Management  -

AEEP4301 OR AEAC4311

3 3 0
AEEP4111 Renewable Energy Conversion II AEEP3122 - 3 3 0
AEEP4211 Renewable Energy Conversion II (Lab) AEEP3222 AEEP4111 1 0

2

AEEP4301 Capstone Project I

Min 80 Credits AND 
AEEP3101 AEEP3102 AEEP3111 AEEP3122 AEEP3201 AEEP3202 AEEP3211 AEEP3222

AEEP4100 0 1 2
COMM3010 Research & Reporting COMM1020 - 3 3 0
Mathematics & Natural Sciences Elective: Select 1 of 3
BIOL1001 Inquiry-Based Biology - - 3 3 0
BIOL1002 Introduction to Botany - - 3 3 0
BIOL1003 Fundamentals of Ecology - - 3 3 0
Semester 10 Total: 13 13 4
SEMESTER 11
AEEP4112 Energy Efficiency & Storage AEEP4111 - 2 2 0
AEEP4122 Smart Grids AEEP3101 AEEP3102 AEEP3111 AEEP3122 AEEP3201 AEEP3202 AEEP3211 AEEP3222 - 3 3 0
AEEP4212 Energy Efficiency & Storage (Lab) AEEP4211 AEEP4112 1 0 2
AEEP4302 Capstone Project II AEEP4301 - 3 3 0
Semester 11 Total: 9 8 2
Year 4 Total: 22 21 6
B.Sc. EE-EPREE Program Total 144 107 69

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering – Electrical Power and Renewable Energy Engineering (B.Sc. EE-EPREE) degree program are equipped to pursue further specialization in their field or graduate research.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering –Electrical Power and Renewable Energy Engineering (B.Sc. EE-EPREE) is an applied degree with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist and include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Electrical Engineer

• Electrical Power Systems Engineer

• Renewable Energy Engineer

• Electrical Power Systems Operator and Designer

• High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) Engineer

• Energy Systems Planning/Design Engineer

• Field Engineer

• Solar Systems Engineer

• Wind Energy Engineer

Program Contact:

Wesam Rohouma
Department Head, Electrical Engineering