Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Applied Maintenance Engineering

​The MET program is an applied degree with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. By definition, applied credentials are "designed to require a level of conceptual sophistication, specialized knowledge, and intellectual autonomy similar to that in honors or specialization degree program but with the disciplinary content oriented to an occupational field of practice" (MPHEC, 2019). Applied programs "focus on preparing graduates for entry into an occupational field of practice by incorporating a blend of theory and practice, and normally include a terminal project or other practice-based exercises intended to develop and demonstrate the student's readiness for employment in the occupational field of practice" (ibid). MPHEC (2019) and other reputable frameworks state that curriculum must provide graduates with instruction in the knowledge, techniques, skills, and use of modern tools necessary to enter careers in the design, building, installation, application, and operation, and/or maintenance. Graduates of such programs are then well prepared for applied demonstration of knowledge and skills required in the field. Given the breadth of technical expertise involved with Maintenance Engineering Technology systems, and the unique objectives of the MET program, graduates will be provided with both a broad and in-depth spectrum of the field.

Entrance Requirements

Prospective students for the four-year Bachelor of Applied Science - Maintenance Engineering Technology must provide the following:

• High school graduation certificate approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, and successful completion of final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) Chemistry and Physics.

or

• High school graduation certificate approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education plus the following:
  • English Language with a minimum grade of 60%
  • Academic Mathematics with a minimum grade of 60% or Advanced Mathematics with a minimum grade of 50%
  • Physics with a minimum grade of 60%
  • Chemistry with a minimum grade of 60%

or

• 2-year Mechanical Technician (Industrial Maintenance) diploma or equivalent from CNA-Q or
• 3-year Mechanical Engineering Technology (Industrial Maintenance) diploma or equivalent from CNAQ with the following:
  • Minimum GPA 2.0 (Qatari graduates)
  • Minimum GPA 2.5 (non-Qatari graduates)

Note:

• Applicants who do not meet the entrance requirements, and are 19 years of age or older, may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Clause.

Language Proficiency Requirements

Students entering the four-year Bachelor of Applied Science - Maintenance Engineering Technology must meet English language proficiency requirements by obtaining one of the following:

1. The required score on the CNA-Q English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Department; or
2. A valid 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.

Mathematics Proficiency Requirements

Students entering the four-year Bachelor of Applied Science - Maintenance Engineering Technology must meet mathematics proficiency requirements by obtaining one of the following:

1. A minimum of 60% on the CNA-Q Academic Math Placement Test; or
2. A valid SAT Report Form with a minimum score of 550.

For score requirements on other internationally recognized tests please contact the Admissions and Registration Department.

Admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science - Maintenance Engineering Technology is competitive, and seats will be filled on a prioritized basis by category, based on academic high school average and placement test rankings.

Selection Criteria Weighting

• English Placement Test 50%
• Math Placement Test 30%
• High school academic average 20%
• Total 100%

Program Structure

Year 1

Semester 1

• Algebra & Trigonometry
• Chemistry I
• Chemistry I ( Lab)
• Applied & Experiential Learning
• General Physics
• General Physics (Lab)
• Basic Engineering Calculations
• English Communication I

Semester 2

• Health & Safety in Workplace
• English Communication II
• Pre-Calculus
• Ethics & Environmental Awareness
• Engineering Graphics
• Fundamentals of Electricity
• Fundamentals of Electricity (Lab)

Semester 3

• Machine Shop Practices
• Basic Instrumentation
• Materials Practices
• Materials Practices (Lab)

Year 2

Semester 1

• Welding Fundamentals
• Welding Fundamentals (Lab)
• Computer Aided Design I
• Materials & Processes
• Materials & Processes (Lab)
• Industrial Maint. Mechanics
• Industrial Maint. Mechanics (Lab)
• Leadership & Management Principles

Semester 2

• Power Plant Components
• Power Plant Components (Lab)
• Rotating Equipment Maintenance
• Rotating Equipment Maintenance (Lab)
• Non-Destructive Testing
• Non-Destructive Testing (Lab)
• Sustainability & Renewable Energy

Semester 3

• Principles of Maintenance
• Principles of Maintenance (Lab)
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics (Lab)

Year 3

Semester 1

• Calculus I
• Mechanics Statics & Dynamics
• Computer Aided Design II
• Applied Fluid Mechanics
• Applied Fluid Mechanics (Lab)
• Research & Statistics

Semester 2

• Calculus II
• Applied Programming I
• Strength of Materials
• Applied Thermodynamics
• Maintenance Engineering
• Quality Assurance

Semester 3

• Work Placement

Year 4

Semester 1

• Capstone Project I
• Applied Differential Equations
• Research & Reporting
• Machine Design
• Project Management
• Pipline Protection & Maintenance

Semester 2

• Capstone Project II
• Applied CNC & CAM
• Quality Control
• Elective I
• Elective II
• Facilities Maintenance Management