Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Flexible mode of study: Full-time/ Part-time (weekend mode)

This two-year diploma program has an equal blend of theoretical, practical, ethical and environmental based courses that meet the needs of the country, industries, and society as a whole.

 

Program Description:

The diploma in Mechanical Engineering program is a two-year full time degree program for those who want to gain knowledge in mechanical engineering to pursue a career in industry or continue in graduate studies. The Diploma program has an equal blend of theoretical, practical, ethical and environmental-based courses that meet the needs of the country, industries and society as a whole. The diploma is awarded after the successful completion of 66 credit hours of undergraduate work including a compulsory industry orientation programme and Internship. One of the award requirements is that students are expected not only to pass the required courses but also to achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 or above.

Program Objectives: 

The diploma in Mechanical Engineering aims to:

  • Succeed in their chosen careers in mechanical engineering and related fields in a broad range of industries
  • Engage in continuous education, professional development, and entrepreneurial activities
  • Effectively participate in management and leadership roles in teamwork under various work environments
  • Provide socially responsible, environment friendly solutions to Mechanical engineering related broad-based problems adapting professional ethics.

Admission Requirements

Admission Criteria:

General Education Diploma or equivalent with a grade not less than (65%) Grade C or equivalent in the following subjects put together

  • Physics OR Chemistry
  • Pure Maths or Applied Maths
  • Pass in the university entrance test (Minimum 60% average required)

Study Plan:

Year 1:

  • University English I
  • Entrepreneurship Workshop & Seminars
  • Calculus I
  • General Chemistry for Engineering
  • Engineering Drawing
  • Introduction to Computer programming
  • Engineering Workshop
  • University English II
  • Oman History and Islamic Culture
  • Ethics in Workplace
  • Calculus II
  • Physics I
  • Basic Electrical Engineering

Year 2:

  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Maintenance Engineering
  • Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Material Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Computer Aided Engineering
  • Engineering Thermodynamics
  • Mechanical Engineering Laboratory I
  • Diploma Project

Program Articulation:

Students after successful completion of diploma and if they meet the set academic grades can apply for continuing their studies for BEng/ BTech degree program in the same chosen field of study or any other relevant field at NU or any other Higher Education Institutions.

Career Opportunities

The skills that students will pick up in our courses will be relevant for life and careers across the world. As the student embarks on their job search they will find that the job description links back to the range of courses that they were taught in our program.

Mechanical Engineering diploma graduates transform their learning experience and practical skills to develop successful careers and practice mechanical engineering and allied fields of study in a broad range of manufacturing and oil and gas industries as

  • Machine Operator
  • Machine Technician
  • Automotive technician
  • General technician
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology Assistant
  • Manufacturing Technician and others

They would also strive to pursue advanced education, and other creative and innovative efforts in science, engineering, and technology to take part in the nation-building initiatives.

International Internship and Collaborations:

The College of Engineering has strong collaboration with local and regional industries like Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), National Innovation Academy, National Aluminium Products Company, Oman Chlorine Company, Asian Paints, Occidental Oman, Oman Fiber Optic Company, Jotun Paints, Shell Oman, Oman gas company, Tebodin, Bio Products Oman SAOC, Galfar, Aspen Technology Inc. The collaborating industries offer support to our students by providing industrial internship opportunities, and site visits, sharing real-world insights by facilitating guest lecturers and workshops, and participating in career fairs. The industry link will ensure our students are equipped with both practical skills and theoretical knowledge by exposing them to the use of sophisticated and specialist equipment during site visits and similar opportunities. The students are encouraged to undergo international internships in the affiliates / collaborating university.

 

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