Program outcomes can be used as indicators of the achievement of program educational objective described in the previous chapter. By achieving program educational objectives, students are equipped with basic capabilities and specialized knowledge for practice as mechanical and automotive engineers.

Establishing Program Outcomes Aligned with Program Educational Objectives and Accreditation Criteria

The program has established the following program outcomes that map into the skills stipulated in ABEEK Engineering Accreditation Criteria.

Program Outcomes (KEC2015)

Program Outcomes (KEC2015)
[PO 1] Application of basic sciences an ability to apply mathematics, basic sciences, engineering, and information technology
[PO 2] Analysis of experimental data an ability to understand and analyze data, and plan and execute experiments
[PO 3] Problem formulation & solution an ability to define, formulate and solve engineering problems
[PO 4] Tools of trade an ability to apply skills, methods, and appropriate tools to the practice of engineering
[PO 5] Design capability an ability to design components, systems and processes within realistic constraints
[PO 6] Teamwork an ability to contribute as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
[PO 7] Communication & internationality an ability to engage in effective communication and collaborate internationally
[PO 8] Social impact & contemporary issues broad knowledge base and familiarity with contemporary issues needed to understand the impact of engineering solutions in the context of the globe, economics, environment and society
[PO 9] Recognition of ethical & professional responsibilities an ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities as an engineer
[PO 10] Life-long learning a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

Alignment with Program Educational Objectives

The program outcomes have been established in accordance with program educational objectives. Program curriculum design allows for the achievement of program educational objectives and program outcomes.

Alignment of Program Outcomes with Program Educational Objectives (KEC2015)

Alignment of Program Outcomes with Program Educational Objectives (KEC2015)
Program Outcomes Program Educational Objectives Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
I. Cultivation of fundamental character ○ ○ ○ ○
II. Securement of understanding of basic sciences ○ ○ ○ ○
III. Competency in mechanical engineering design ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
IV. Adaptability to on-site practice ○ ○ ○ ○

From 2014 to 2017, Mechanical Engineering Program has undergone several administrative and curricular changes in response to the terms of a number of government sponsored educational funding projects the University has obtained. In 1st semester of 2017, a full faculty meeting was held to make systematic adjustments in program outcomes and curriculum. The process and the outcome is summarized below:

Need for Modification of Program Outcomes
  • A new ABEEK Engineering Education Criteria stipulates 10 outcomes instead of 12 outcomes stipulated in the old Criteria
  • Identical program outcomes should be associated for all sessions of a course
  • Harmonization of the three tracks within the program is sought
  • Strengthen the connection amongst the curricular components of MSC-Engineering Basics- Experiment/Practice-Engineering Major-Engineering Design
Program Rules for Adjustment in Program Outcomes
  • For University common courses, program outcomes follow University’s assignment (example: Campus Life with Vision)
  • Engineering major courses to assign program outcomes in a consistent manner
  • Adjust the number of program outcomes associated for more effective delivery
  • Program Director to coordinate while giving some leeway to course instructors in assigning program outcomes
  • Program outcomes for engineering design courses: PO3-2(Problem Solving), PO5-1(Design Capability)
  • 4th Year engineering major: PO3-1(Problem Solving) PO4-2(Tools of Trade)
  • 4th Year Experiment/Practice: PO2-1.5(Experimental Analysis) PO4-1.5(Tools of Trade)

Alignment between MSC Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)

Alignment between MSC Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)
Course Name Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
Basic Mathematics 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
General Physics(1) 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
General Physics Lab. (1) 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
General Chemistry 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
General Physics(2) 100
General Physics Lab. (2) 100　 　 　 　 　 　 　
Calculus 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
Programming & Practice (1) 50 　 　 50　 　 　 　 　 　
Calculus & Practice 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
Programming & Practice (2) 50 50
Linear Algebra 100 　 　 　 　 　 　 　 　
Numerical Analysis 50 50 　 　 　 　 　 　
Sum 850 250 0 100 0 0 0 0 0 0

Alignment between Complementary Studies Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)

Alignment between Complementary Studies Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)
Course Name Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
English (1) 50 50
Campus Life with Vision 30 30 40
Basic Writing 100
English (2) 50 50
Sum 0 0 0 0 0 0 230 0 30 140

Alignment between Engineering Major Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)

Alignment between Engineering Major Courses and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)
Course Name Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
Introduction to Mechanical Eng. Design 100
Mechanism and Design 67 33
Machine Design 67 33
Mechatronics Design 67 33
Capstone Design(1)/Integrated Design Project(1)/ Convergence Design Project(1) 20 20 20 20 20
Capstone Design(2)/Integrated Design, Project(2)/ Convergence Design Project(2) 20 20 20 20 20
Experiments in Mechanical Engineering(1) 50 50
Statics 33 67
Solid Mechanics 33 67
Dynamics 33 67
Manufacturing Processes 100
Thermodynamics 33 67
Applied Solid Mechanics 33 67
Fluid Mechanics 33 67
Computer Aided Design 50 50
Experiments in Mechanical Engineering(2) 50 50
Creative Convergence Project Lab(1)/Mechanical Convergence Project Lab(1) 50 50
Noise and Vibration Engineering 100
Heat Transfer 67 33
Creative Convergence Project Lab(2)/Mechanical Convergence Project Lab(2) 50 50
Applied Computer Aided Design 50 50
R&D Internship(1) 25 25 25 25
Seminar of Mech. Engineering(1) 30 40 30
R&D Internship(2) 25 25 25 25
Seminar of Mech. Engineering(2) 30 40 30
Dynamic System Analysis 67 33
Mechanical System Design 67 33
Hydraulics 67 33
Gas Dynamics 67 33
Thermal System Design 67 33
Fluid System Design 67 33
Analysis of Finite Element Method 33 67
Mechanical Engineering Summary 100
Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics) 33 67
Thermal Environmental Engineering 33 67
Computational Dynamics 33 67
New Generation Construction Machinery 33 67
Mechanical Material Science 33 67
Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering 33 67
Mechanical Energy System Design 67 22
Mechanical Vibration 100
Design of Heat Exchanger 67 22
Alternative Energy Engineering 33 67
Project Engineering 33 67
Energy System Engineering 33 67
Fluid and Energy Machinery 33 67
3D CAD & Printing 50 50
Wind Turbine Energy Engineering and Design 67 33
Computations in Thermal Engineering and Fluid Mechanics 33 67
Compressible Flow 33 67
Robotics 33 67
Making and Experiments of Wind Turbine 50 50
Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering 33 67
Introduction to Automotive Engineering 34 33 33
Automotive Driveline Systems Design 67 33
Internal Combustion Engine 100
Automotive Material Science 67 33
Automotive Chassis Systems Design 67 33
Analysis of Finite Element Method 33 67
Design of Experiments 34 33 33
Material Strength in Automobile 33 67
Automotive Air Conditioning 67 33
Automotive Sensor Engineering 33 67
Future Automobile 34 33 33
Automotive Testing & Evaluation 50 50
Sum 397 424 2,778 1,984 339 190 60 196 110 0

Alignment between Extra-curricular Component and Program Outcomes

Alignment between Extra-curricular Component and Program Outcomes
Extra-curricular Assessment Tool Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues Ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
Direct Exit Examination 33 33 34
Integrated Design Project 20 20 20 20 20
Interview 33 33 34
Essay 50 50
Indirect Survey of Graduate Candidates 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
Sum 43 63 64 30 30 30 43 93 60 44

Alignment between Curricular/Extra-curricular Components and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)

Alignment between Curricular/Extra-curricular Components and Program Outcomes (2017 Curriculum)
Component Type Program Outcomes
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10
Application of basic sciences Analysis of experimental data Problem formulation & solution Tools of trade Design capability Teamwork Communication & internationality Social & contemporary issues Ethical & professional responsibilities Life-long learning
MSC 850 250 100
Complementary Studies 230 30 140
Engineering Major 397 424 2,778 1,984 339 190 60 196 110 0
Extra-curricular 43 63 64 30 30 30 43 93 60 44
Sum 1,290 737 2,842 2,114 369 220 333 319 170 184