Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET)

Program Description:

The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET) is an applied two-year program which provides students with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to start a career in mechanical engineering. Specific areas of study include: rotating equipment, pumps, piping systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, preventive maintenance and non- destructive testing. Through hands-on learning in state-of-the art laboratories and machine shops, students develop the knowledge and technical skills required to install, operate, and maintain mechanical systems.

Program Duration:

Two years

Admission Requirements:

High School or Academic Requirement:

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).

English Language Requirement:

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.

Mathematics Requirement:

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.

Additional Admission Criteria:

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.

Program Educational Objectives:

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate within 2-3 years of graduation.

Within a few years of graduation from the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO01a. Contribute to problem solving in mechanical related environments and activities

PEO02a. Distinguish themselves as effective communicators and team members in their profession

PEO03a. Model ethical and professional attitudes and behavior

PEO04a. Pursue credentialing and professional development opportunities to remain current and adapt to changes in the field

Student Learning Outcomes:

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate immediately upon graduation.

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO01a. Apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined mechanical engineering problems

SLO02a. Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes

SLO03a. Apply written, oral and graphical communication in technical and non-technical environments, and identify and use appropriate technical literature and other technical documents to appropriate engineering standards

SLO04a. Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret the results

SLO05a. Function effectively as a member of a technical team

SLO06a. Apply hands-on skills needed to assist in the operation and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and processes

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Course number	course title	REQUISITE		HOURS/WEEK
		PRE-Req	co-req	cr	lec	lab

Semester 1

AECH1201	Basic Engineering Calculations	-	-	1	0	3
CHEM1010	General Chemistry I	-	CHEM1011	3	3	0
CHEM1011	General Chemistry I (Lab)	-	CHEM1010	1	0	3
COMM1010	English Communication I	-	-	3	3	0
MATH1010	Algebra & Trigonometry	MA1029 OR AMPI Score of 60%	-	3	3	1
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	10

Semester 2

AEEL1100	Fundamentals of Electricity	MATH1010 OR AMPII Score of 75%	-	2	2	0
AEEL1200	Fundamentals of Electricity (Lab)	-	AEEL1100	1	0	3
AECH1100	Environmental Awareness & Ethics	-	-	2	2	0
AEMA1102	Health & Safety in the Workplace	-	-	2	2	0
AEMA1312	Engineering Graphics	AECH1201	-	3	1	4
COMM1020	English Communication II	COMM1010	-	3	3	0
MATH1020	Pre-Calculus	MATH1010 OR AMPII Score of 75%	-	3	3	0
Semester 2 Total:				16	13	7

Semester 3

AEMA1113	Materials Practices	CHEM1010 PHYS1020	-	2	2	0
AEMA1213	Materials Practices (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA1113	1	0	2
AEMA1303	Machine Shop Practices	AEMA1102	-	2	1	3
AEPC1203	Basic Instrumentation	AEEL1100 & AEEL1200 OR AEEL1101 & AEEL1201	-	2	0	4
Semester 3 Total:				7	3	9
Year 1 Total:				41	31	26

Course number	course title	REQUISITE		HOURS/WEEK
		PRE-Req	co-req	cr	lec	lab

Semester 4

AECH2103	Leadership & Management Principles	AECH1100 COMM1020	-	2	2	0
AEMA2101	Welding Fundamentals	-	-	1	1	0
AEMA2201	Welding Fundamentals (Lab)	AEMA1303	AEMA2101	1	0	3
AEMA2121	Materials & Processes	AEMA1213	-	2	2	0
AEMA2221	Materials & Processes (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2121	1	0	2
AEMA2131	Industrial Maintenance Mechanics	-	-	2	2	0
AEMA2231	Industrial Maintenance Mechanics (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2131	1	0	3
AEMA2311	Computer Aided Design I	AEMA1312	-	3	2	2
Semester 4 Total:				13	9	10

Semester 5

AECH2112	Sustainability & Renewable Energy	AECH1100	-	3	3	0
AEMA2102	Power Plant Components	-	-	2	2	0
AEMA2202	Power Plant Components (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2102	1	0	3
AEMA2112	Rotating Equipment Maintenance	-	-	2	2	0
AEMA2232	Rotating Equipment Maintenance (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2112	1	0	2
AEMA2122	Non-Destructive Testing	AEMA2221	-	2	2	0
AEMA2222	Non-Destructive Testing (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2122	1	0	2
Semester 5 Total:				12	9	7

Semester 6

AEMA2103	Principles of Maintenance	AEMA2112 AEMA2131	-	2	2	0
AEMA2203	Principles of Maintenance (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2103	1	0	2
AEMA2113	Hydraulics & Pneumatics	PHYS1020	-	2	2	0
AEMA2213	Hydraulics & Pneumatics (Lab)	AEMA1102	AEMA2113	1	0	2
Semester 6 Total				6	4	4
Year 2 Total:				31	22	21
Dip. MET Program Total:				72	53	47

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET) program may choose to continue their studies and complete the Advanced Diploma in Maintenance Engineering Technology (Adv. Dip. MET) or the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -Maintenance Engineering (B.Sc. ME-MaE) degree.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Dip. MET) is an applied two-year program 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: