Mechanical Catalogue AUB

american university of beirut
faculty of engineering and architecture
department of mechanical engineering
undergraduate student
manual
AY 2010-11

undergraduate student manual

AY 2010-11
This guide is intended to provide information on most aspects of

the Mechanical and Chemical Engineering programs at AUB
Revision No.
Revision Date
Reason for Change
Changed By
June 30, 2002
First Release
A. Smaili
June 15, 2003
Updated Probation rules
N. Ghaddar
June 15, 2004
Updated Mission statement
N. Ghaddar
July 15, 2005
Updated format and added section on Summer Training
M. Darwish
May 15, 2007
Revised Curriculum
N. Ghaddar
July 1, 2008
General updated
M. Darwish
July 22, 2009
Corrections and updated Curriculum Section, added

section on chemical engineering
M. Darwish
Nov. 25, 2010
Updated the Curriculum sections for the mechanical

and chemical engineering programs, and changes to
General Education section
M. Darwish
Information in this guide is subject to change without notice. Students are responsible for
checking their AUB email for announcements, information, and updates.
Contact Information>
Department of Mechanical Engineering
American University of Beirut
P.O. Box 11-0236
Riad El Solh Street
Telephone: 01-350000/01-374374/01-340460 ext 3590
email: mefea@aub.edu.lb
http://webfea.aub.edu.lb/fea/me
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>> table of contents
>> list of tables
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Table 1: Mechanical Engineering Advisors
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Table 2: Mechanical Engineering Curriculum
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Table 3: Distribution of Credit in ME Curriculum
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Table 4: Chemical Engineering Advisors
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Table 5: Chemical Engineering Curriculum
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Table 6: Distribution of Credit in Chemical Engineering Curriculum
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1>> introduction
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2>> mechanical engineering
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2.1>> introduction
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overview>
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mission>
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department responsibility>
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program educational objectives>
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program learning outcomes [abet 2000 criteria]>
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me faculty and staff>
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Full Time Faculty
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Part Time Faculty
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Department Administrative Assistant>
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Lab Technical Manager>
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Lab Personnel>
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Engineering Shop Lab Personnel>
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advising>
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registration and validation of credits>
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2.2>> undergraduate mechanical engineering program
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practical training/summer internship>
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final year project>
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writing center at aub>
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2.3>> mechanical engineering optional tracks>
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[track i]> thermal and fluid engineering>
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[track ii]> design, materials, and manufacturing>
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[track iii]> mechatronics>
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2ZZ table of contents
3>> Chemical Engineering
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3.1>> introduction
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mission>
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objectives>
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chemical engineering faculty >
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Full Time
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Part Time
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advising>
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final year project>
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3.2>> undergraduate chemical engineering programs (BS and BE)
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3.3>> minor in Chemical Engineering
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Required Core Courses (15 credits)>>
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Elective Courses (6 credits) selected from the following courses>>
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4>> academic regulations
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4.1>> petitions
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4.2>> attendance
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classes and laboratories>
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examinations and quizzes>
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4.3>> cheating
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4.4>> on-line plagiarism tutorial and test
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4.5>> examinations
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4.6>> course load
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4.7>> change of major
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4.9>> deans honor list
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4.10>> dismissal and re-admission
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4.11>> incompletes
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4.12>> probation
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placement on academic probation>
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removal of probation>
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4.13>> repeating courses
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4.14>> withdrawal from courses [also see 4.2 attendance]
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4.15>> change of grade>
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4.16>> graduation
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4.17>> graduate studies
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5>> professional societies and awards
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5.1>> professional societies and clubs
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5.2>> awards
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Deans Award for Creative Achievement>
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Distinguished Graduate Award>
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Penrose Award>
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6>> frequently asked questions [faq]
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appendix i>> distribution of requirements in humanities/social sciences
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appendix ii>> mechanical engineering course descriptions
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AII.1>> undergraduate courses
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AII.2>> graduate courses
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appendix iii>> chemical engineering course descriptions
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AIII.1>> chemical engineering required courses
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AIII.2>> Chemical Engineering Technical Electives
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appendix iv>> requirements and procedures for MECH 500 approved

experience
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aiv.1>> general
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aiv.2>> securing a training Position
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aiv.3>> registration
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aiv.4>> after you begin your internship
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aiv.5>> training file and deliverables
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aiv.6>> presentation
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aiv.7>> evaluation
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aiv.8>> final training report
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general>
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style and format>
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content and organization>
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aiv.9>> contact address
appendix v>> Team Projects
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appendix vi>> reference phone numbers
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appendix vii>> asme code of ethics
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AIV.1>> the fundamental principles
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AIV.2>> the fundamental canons
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appendix viii>> forms
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>> list of tables

Table 2: Mechanical Engineering Curriculum
Table 3: Distribution of Credit in ME Curriculum
Table 4: Chemical Engineering Advisors
Table 5: Chemical Engineering Curriculum
Table 6: Distribution of Credit in Chemical Engineering Curriculum
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1>> introduction
The American University of Beirut, Bachelor of Engineering (BE) Program in Mechanical

Engineering has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc.,
the recognised accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing,
engineering, and technology. ABET accreditation demonstrates a programs commitment to
providing its students with a quality education.
The Chemical Engineering BS and BE programs introduced in 2009 have not graduated
students yet, therefore they are not eligible to apply for accreditation at this time.
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2.1>> introduction
overview>
AUB provides a world-class education for its students. The success of this venture is based on
the synergy between students, faculty, and the administration of the university; between a
faculty committed to excellence in teaching and research, an administration dedicated to a rich
and diverse learning environment, and students eager to make the most of this opportunity to
grow into accomplished engineers and leaders in their society.
Engineering is a key profession in todays technological and energy focused world, and design
is an essential ingredient of the profession. Applications within Mechanical Engineering are
diverse; consequently, the field encompasses many specialities. This is reflected in the broad
scope of the ME undergraduate program and its emphasis on fundamentals. This is considered
as essential for both continuing education and progressive growth as a professional in the field
of our graduates.
This manual has been prepared to be a quick, basic reference for both faculty and students in
the Mechanical Engineering Department. It is not intended to be a complete document of all
University policies and requirements. For detailed information about regulations and
procedures students are referred to the AUB Student Handbook, the FEA Academic Manual,
and the University Catalogue. It is the students responsibly to be aware of all curriculum
requirements and University requirements.
mission>
The Mechanical Engineering Department at AUB has written a mission to which its activities
are directed and for which the curriculum has been developed. The Mechanical Engineering
faculty has agreed that :The Undergraduate Program in Mechanical Engineering seeks to
empower students to pursue successful careers, and to create a learning environment in which
they can develop their creative and critical thinking, their ability to grow into life-long learners
in light of the ever-increasing challenges of modern technology, and their commitment to the
ethical and professional responsibilities required in their calling at the global level while
focusing on the needs of Lebanon and the region.
Approved June 6, 1998 and revised on October 19, 2000.
department responsibility>
In support of this mission the department is committed to do all it can to under-gird the main
purpose and to emphasise the essential responsibility to its stake-holders. The specific
responsibilities of the department in service of the mission are to:
1> Provide quality undergraduate education within the context of a curriculum that will
maintain accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc.
[Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology ];
2> Provide quality education and research programs at the graduate level compatible
with professional norms;
3> Maintain a faculty whose expertise encompass the facets of mechanical engineering
and whose competence, dynamism, and practices of effective educational techniques
motivate students to achieve what they are capable of;
4> Maintain an environment conducive to learning scholarly activities by acquiring and
maintaining modern instructional tools and providing modern laboratory and computer
facilities consistent with both instructional and research objectives;
5> Actively seek financial support from outside the University to sponsor undergraduate
and graduate research activities;
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6> Actively sponsor student organisations, support extra-curricular activities, and

encourage student participation in various institutional and community activities which
are congruent with institutional objectives;
7> Provide information on the various aspects of the Mechanical Engineering
Department to all groups interested in the affairs of the University.
8> Foster an environment of highly ethical practices. [See the ASME Code of Ethics in
Appendix VII]
program educational objectives>
While having the aptitude to contribute to the society, students who attain a BE [Bachelor of
Engineering] degree possess a tool chest of technical and non-technical skills and knowledge
that positions them either for successful professional practice as entry-level engineers in
existing firms or to be graduate students in any mechanical engineering program in the world.
This does not preclude other activities, such as volunteerism, self-employment, or academic
study in another discipline.
The ME undergraduate program educational objectives as revised on May, 2010 are
1> Our graduates will be able to advance successfully in their careers as reflected in
continued employment, job satisfaction, leadership responsibilities, and professional
recognition;
2> Our graduates will be able to succeed in graduate studies as reflected in admission
to highly ranked programs, timely completion of degree requirements, and recognition
by competitive fellowships and other awards.
program learning outcomes [abet 2000 criteria]>
The following program educational outcomes have been adopted from ABET EC-2000. Each
student receiving a BE degree will demonstrate:
a> an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
b> an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret
data
c> an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within
realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health
and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability
d> an ability to function in multidisciplinary teams
e> an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
f> an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
g> an ability to communicate effectively
h> the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in
a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
i> a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
j> a knowledge of contemporary issues
k> an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice.
me faculty and staff>
Full Time Faculty
> Fadl Moukalled, Professor and Acting Dean, Fellow of the Center of Advanced Mathematical
Studies [CAMS], PhD from Louisiana State University. His field of interest is computational fluid
dynamics. He joined the department in 1987.
[memouk@aub.edu.lb]
> Nesreen Ghaddar, Qatar Chair in Energy Studies Professor, and Associate Provost, PhD from
MIT. Her fields of interest are computational fluid dynamics, heat transfer and energy
conversion. She joined the department in 1991.
[farah@aub.edu.lb]
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> Marwan Darwish, Professor and Acting Chairperson, PhD from Brunell University. His fields
of interest are engineering materials and computational method applied to engineering
problems. He joined the department in 1992.
[darwish@aub.edu.lb]
> Alan Shihadeh, Associate Professor, ScD from MIT. His fields of interest are power
engineering and combustion. He joined the department in 2000.
[as20@aub.edu.lb]
> Albert Kuran, Associate Professor, MS from Yale . He joined the department in 1956.
[akuran@aub.edu.lb]
> Kamel Ghali, Associate Professor, PhD from Kansas State University. His fields of interest are
heat and mass transfer, applied energy, and thermal comfort. He joined the department in
September 2009.
[ka04@aub.edu.lb]
> Ramsey Hamade, Associate Professor, PhD from Virginia Polytechnic Institute. His fields of
interest are design, materials, and manufacturing. He joined the department in 2000.
[rh13@aub.edu.lb]
> Issam Lakkis, Associate Professor, PhD from MIT. His fields of interest are computational
physics and micro-electromechanical systems. He joined the department in September, 2004.
[il01@aub.edu.lb]
> Daniel Asmar, Assistant Professor, PhD from University of Waterloo. His fields of interest are
robotics, computer vision, and mechatronics. He joined the department in September 2007.
[da20@aub.edu.lb]
> Ghanem Oweis, Assistant Professor, PhD from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
His field is experimental fluid dynamics. He joined the department in February 2006.
[goweis@aub.edu.lb]
> Mutasem Shehadeh, Assistant Professor, PhD from Washington State University. His fields of
interest are multiscale modeling of materials, shock induced deformation, and micromechanics
and crystal plasticity. He joined the department in September 2008.
[mutasem.shehadeh@aub.edu.lb]
> Matthias Liermann, Assistant Professor, PhD from RWTH Aachen University, Germany. His
fields of interest are automatic control, mechanical design and hydraulics. He joined the
department in September 2009.
[matthias.liermann@aub.edu.lb]
> Elie Shammas, Assistant Professor, PhD from Carnegie Mellon University. His fields of
interest are robotics and automatic control.
[es34@aub.edu.lb]
> Salem Safieddine, Assistant Professor, PhD from Linkoping University, Sweden. His fields of
interest are material characterisation and manufacturing.
[salem.safieddine@aub.edu.lb]
Part Time Faculty
> Pierre Azoury, Professor, PhD from the University of London, Britain. [pa01@aub.edu.lb]
> Mohammad Nasereddine, Lecturer, PhD from Franois Rabelais University, Tours, France.
[mn56@aub.edu.lb]
> Hadi Abou Chakra, Lecturer, PhD from University of Surrey, Britain. (ha92@aub.edu.lb)
> Wajih Najm, Lecturer, ME from AUB. [wn00@aub.,edu.lb]
> Jihad Kasamani, Lecturer, ME from AUB. [jk01@aub.edu.lb]
> Cherbel Seif, Instructor, ME from AUB. [cs05@aub.edu.lb]
> Elie Kfoury, Instructor, BE from AUB. (emk01@aub.edu.lb)
> Lina Kassis, Instructor, ME from AUB. [ lk35@aub.edu.lb)
> Amer Keblawi, Assistant Instructor, BE from AUB. [ak80@aub.edu.lb]
> Nareg Karaogklanian, Assistant Instructor, ME from AUB. [nk64@aub.edu.lb]
> Abdul-Kader AlSaidi, Assistant Instructor, ME from AUB. (ara22@aub.edu.lb]
Department Administrative Assistant>
> Layla Al- Shaar [mefea@aub.edu.lb]
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Lab Technical Manager>

> Ghassan Deeb, ME from AUB [gd00@aub.edu.lb]
> Rita El Khalil [rk95@aub.edu.lb]
Lab Personnel>
> Hisham Ghalayini, ME Labs Supervisor [hg06@aub.edu.lb]
> Dori Rouhana, Senior Master, Mechanical Systems. [dr04@aub.edu.lb]
> Roger Said, Assistant Supervisor [rs37@aub.edu.lb]
Engineering Shop Lab Personnel>
> Joseph Nassif, Shops Supervisor [jn05@aub.edu.lb]
> Ramzi Safi, Senior Technician [rs48@aub.edu.lb]
> George Jurdi, Senior Shop Master [gj05@aub.edu.lb]
> Joseph Zoulikian, Materials and Manufacturing Lab Master [jz04@aub.edu.lb]
> Joseph Khoury, Senior Technician [jk31@aub.edu.lb]
advising>
Advising in the ME department is the responsibility of the faculty advisor assigned to the
student. The advisor is responsible for monitoring the progress of each ME student from the
first year in the ME program until graduation. The faculty advisor provides advice about course
selection and the opportunity to discuss career plans, to understand what and why mechanical
engineers do what they do, and to provide a supportive personal relationship. Table 1 lists
advisors for the 2010-11 academic year. If questions arise that cannot be answered by the
advisor, the student should check with the main ME department office. Students must meet
with their advisors by appointment at least once per semester for pre-registration advising. To
assure that this occurs, advisors are sent the personal identification numbers [PIN] of their
advisees. A student will not be able to register unless he/she meets with the advisor and
obtains a PIN.
In some cases, your advisor may not be able to answer specific academic questions or approve
academic actions that are not described in the catalogue [course equivalence, exceeding
permitted load, request for make up final, ect.] In these cases, the student has to petition the
Academic Committee of the Faculty using the form available at the Records Office of the
Faculty. The form is also enclosed at the end of this guide and online. After filling out the form,
the student must secure the signature and the comments of his/her advisor. The answer to the
petition will at most take 10 working days.
Class
I
II
Advisor
Prof. Shihadeh
RGB 411; ext 3465;as20@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Oweis
RGB 407; ext 3596; [goweis@aub.edu.lb]
Prof. Lakkis
Annex 104; ext 3636; il01@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Shehadeh
Prof. Asmar
III
IV
Graduates
Office
Prof. Liermann
RGB 409;ext 3566; ms144@aub.edu.lb

RGB 410; ext 3427; [da20@aub.edu.lb]
RGB 414; ext 3497;ml14@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Hamade
RGB 406; ext 3481; rh13@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Shammas
Bechtel 113; ext 3546; es34@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Ghali
Bechtel 2M3B; ext 3438; ka04@aub.edu.lb
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Students register each academic semester via the web-based Banner System. Access to
courses controlled by the FEA and other departments is automatically restricted to students
who need these courses by virtue of their programs of enrollment. The faculty academic
advisor is responsible for checking the student progress through the curriculum. At the
beginning of each academic semester the program of each student is reviewed by the students
faculty advisor to assure compliance with the continuation policy and to assure that
prerequisites are satisfied. Ultimately, each student is responsible for understanding the
curriculum and planning his/her progress through it.
2.2>> undergraduate mechanical engineering program
The undergraduate mechanical engineering program leads to the degree Bachelor of
Engineering: Major, Mechanical Engineering.
The mechanical engineering program extends over a four-year period offered exclusively on a
daytime on-campus basis. The program is offered in 11 terms, eight terms are 16-week fall and
spring semesters given over four years and three terms are eight-week summer terms taken
during the first three years of the program. In the summer term of the third year, students are
required to participate in a practical training course with a local, regional, or international
organisation. The entire program duration is equivalent to five academic years without the
summer terms, but is completed in four calendar years.
The undergraduate program also provides students with the option to pursue minors in the
following:
> Biomedical Engineering offered by ECE Department
> Chemical Engineering offered by ME Department
> Engineering Management offered by EM Program
> Information Technology offered by ECE Department
Students may pursue other minors offered by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Suliman
Olayan School of Business.
The first two years in the ME curriculum are designed to emphasise the fundamentals in
mechanical engineering upon which relevant applications in thermal and mechanical systems
are based. The program requires that each student acquire a practical training experience with
a local, regional, or international company during the summer after the third year. The third
and fourth years are organized so that a students program of study includes a set of technical
elective courses that provide the opportunity for the student to strengthen his/her skills in a
specific area of interest. The final year project (FYP) provides the platform upon which students
put to work the skills learned in their courses to create a meaningful design project.
The curriculum is designed to comply with requirements of the Accrediting Board for
Engineering and Technology [ABET], the Lebanese Order of Engineers, the State of New York,
and the AUB Board of Trustees. It includes courses in basic sciences and mathematics,
engineering sciences, engineering design, English composition, the humanities, and the social
sciences. Laboratory hands-on experiences and an emphasis on design are important
ingredients integrated throughout the engineering curriculum.
The undergraduate curriculum for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering - Major, Mechanical
Engineering consists of 143 semester-hours of course work. The curriculum shown in Table 2
serves as an aid for planning schedules. Table 3 shows the courses that satisfy the various
requirements of the curriculum. The curriculum requires twelve [12] semester hours of
humanity courses from art, music, literature, foreign language, philosophy, theatre, or history.
The curriculum requires six [6] semester hours of social science courses, which are to be taken
from economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, or sociology[see Appendix I].
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Social science courses focus on individual relationships in and to society. Speech, technical
writing, and religious dogma courses do not qualify for either the humanities or social science
course requirement.
The suggested course loads and timing allow degree completion in eight [8] fall and spring
semesters and three summers. However, it is recognised that many students will choose not to
follow this schedule precisely. Consequently, students should routinely examine their progress
and map out a plan for their degree completion. In doing this, they should be aware of course
prerequisites and when courses are typically offered. Course descriptions for mechanical
engineering courses are given in Appendix II.
Table 2 Mechanical Engineering Curriculum (Approved May 27, 2010)
Term I
[Fall]
17-credits
Term II
[Spring]
15-credits
MATH 201
Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
EECE 230
Introduction to Programming
CIVE 210
Statics
MECH 220
Engineering Graphics
ENGL 206
Technical English
PHYS 211
Electricity and Magnetism
PHYS 211L
Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory
EECE 210
Electric Circuits
MECH 200
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
MATH 202
Differential Equations
MECH 230
Dynamics
English Elective
Term III
[Summer]
8-credits
STAT 230
Introduction to Probability and Random Variables
CHEM 202
Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
CHEM 203
Introduction Chemical Techniques
Term IV
[Fall]
16-credits
EECE 312
Electronics(for ME students)
EECE 312L
Circuits and Electronics Lab
MECH 310
Thermodynamics I
MECH 340
Engineering Materials
MATH 212
Introductory Partial Differential Equations
Humanities Elective
MATH 218
Elementary Linear Algebra with Applications
MECH 314
Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
MECH 320
Mechanics of Materials
MECH 332
Mechanics of Machines
MECH 430
Instrumentation and Measurements
MECH 341
Materials Lab
MECH 432
Dynamic Systems Analysis
Biology Elective
Arabic Elective
Term V
[Spring]
16-credits
Term VI
[Summer]
8-credits
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Term VII
[Fall]
16-credits
Term VIII
[Spring]
15-credits
Term IX
[Summer]
Term X
[Fall]
16-credits
Term XI
[Spring]
16-credits
MATH 251
Numerical Computing
MECH 410L
Thermal Fluid Laboratory
MECH 414
Thermodynamics II
MECH 420
Mechanical Design I
MECH 421
Manufacturing Processes I
Social Sciences Elective
ENGM 400
Engineering Economy
MECH 412
Heat Transfer
MECH 431
Control Systems
MECH 431L
Control Systems Lab
MECH 520
Mechanical Design II
Social Sciences Elective
MECH 500
Approval Experience
MECH 501
Final Year Project I
MECH 510
Design of Thermal Systems
ENGM 504
Ethics Course ( Humanities )
Technical Elective I
Technical Elective II
Humanities Elective
Final Year Project II
Technical Elective III
Technical Elective IV
Technical Elective V
Humanities Elective
MECH 502
Table 3: Distribution of Credits in ME Curriculum

Course Category
Courses/Topics
Credits
ENGL 206
English Elective
Arabic [3 cr.]
Elective as determined by the Arabic Placement Test
Humanities [12 CREDITS]
Three Humanities Electives
Ethics Course
Social Sciences PSPA, SBS, OR ECON [6 cr.]
Two Social Science Electives
MATH and Sciences [27 cr. lectures and

3 cr. labs]
MATH 201, MATH 202, MATH 212, MATH 218, MATH 251,
STAT 230, PHYS 211, PHYS 211L, CHEM 202, CHEM 203,
Biology Elective
30
General Engineering [16 cr.]
CIVE 210 [3], EECE 210 [3], EECE 230 [3], EECE 312 [1],
ENGM 400 [3]
16
English Communication [6 cr.]
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Course Category
Mechanical Engineering Major [70 cr.]
Courses/Topics
Credits
ME core courses: MECH 200 [3], MECH 220 [1], MECH

230 [3], MECH 310 [3], MECH 314 [3], MECH 320 [3],
MECH 332 [3], MECH 412 [3], MECH 414 [3], MECH 340
[3], MECH 341 [1], MECH 410 [1], MECH 420 [3], MECH 421
[3], MECH 430 [3] , MECH 432 [2], MECH 431 [2], MECH
431L [1], MECH 510 [3], MECH 520 [3]
50
5 Technical Elective Courses
15
Final Year Project: MECH 501 [1] MECH 502 [4]
total
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All third year engineering students are required to fulfil a summer internship period of eight to
twelve weeks. This is a graduation requirement so that each student gains practical training
experience during the summer prior to graduation, with either a company or another academic
institution.
Host companies/institutions for interns are identified through the following avenues:
1> IAESTE [International Association for Exchange Student in Technology and
Engineering] offers opportunities abroad to FEA students. Offers are usually made
known to the various departments in February for the summer training period. All
placements are made outside Lebanon.
2> FEA Career Office acts as a link between companies/academic institutions and the
summer interns. The FEA career counsellor seeks offers from companies and academic
institutions requesting their acceptance of third year engineering students as interns.
3> Companies/institutions contact the FEA directly and request interns. This process is
generally forwarded to and directed by the FEA Career Development Center [CDC] as
well.
4> Students own contact.
The chronology of events leading to summer training is as follows:
1> At the beginning of the academic year, all 3rd year engineering students are required
to complete an internship application and submit it to the FEA CDC. This application is
made available on line.
2> The link to the online career centre is http://webfea.fea.aub.edu.lb/career/
3> The FEA CDC Office seeks offers from companies and institutions. Students
interested in specific companies can request that the FEA CDC contacts those
companies on their behalf.
4> Offers are sent to the FEA CDC Office
5> Students are matched and placed in companies/institutions according to major and
desired field of training. The FEA CDC Officer matches students with available positions
based on the students overall rank and interest in the field.
6> Changes are not possible once the student confirms his/her willingness to intern at
a specific company/institution.
7> Offers from companies suggested by students need to be approved by the ME
Department and by the FEA CDC. Offers for future training sessions are solicited from
companies in which past internships have been successful and rewarding.
For more information regarding training experience contact Ms. Nadia Moufarrej/FEA Career
counsellor at ext. 3453 or the Deans Office at ext. 3400, or visit the ME website at http://
webfea.fea.aub.edu.lb/med/resources/summer_training.aspx
Summer training guidelines are given in Appendix IV.
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final year project>

Students normally in groups of three are supervised while working on a project worth five
credits, which extends over a full academic year. The project is an attempt to provide students
with a transitional experience from the academic world to the professional world. It is designed
to serve as a platform in which mechanical engineering students in teams engage in a
comprehensive, integrative, meaningful design experience requiring the solution of openended problems that draw from knowledge acquired in the lead-up courses in order to better
prepare them to enter the real world of engineering practice. The project experience forms a
bridge between being a mechanical engineering student to becoming a technologically astute
engineer practising in a world characterized by stiff competition, global market economy, rapid
technological advancement, and customer driven engineering. Information on the types of
projects offered can be found on the ME website. The guidelines for the FYP selection,
expectations, deliverables, and assessment are compiled in a document and are posted on the
ME website: http://webfea.fea.aub.edu.lb/fea/med/resources/fyp.aspx
Everyone at all levels of study can improve his/her ability to write. Learning to express yourself
clearly in writing is an important skill for an engineer. If you get stuck writing an essay or report
or do not know how to start, the AUB Writing Center can help. Schedule an appointment with a
tutor or drop by the center in West Hall. The AUB Writing Center was established in November
2004 and is open to all undergraduate and graduate students. The Writing Center is directed
by Professor Amy Zenger. [az07@aub.edu.lb Fisk/204A]. The mission of the Writing Center is
to enhance the quality of writing in the AUB community by providing a personal forum for
students to engage in discussion about their texts. The tutors in the Center respect each
students level of achievement and provide support and skills for analytical thinking, among
many other textual-based processes.
2.3>> mechanical engineering optional tracks>
The core courses of the Mechanical Engineering Program are offered in the following tracks:
i> Thermal and Fluid Engineering
ii> Design, Materials and Manufacturing
iii>Mechatronics
The student may select any track and must complete at least four technical electives in the
selected track. Normally, only one technical elective is allowed from outside the mechanical
engineering department.
[track i]> thermal and fluid engineering>
Core Courses>
1> MECH 310 Thermodynamics I
2> MECH 314 Introduction to Fluids Engineering
3> MECH 414 Thermodynamics II
4> MECH 410L Thermal/Fluid Systems Lab
5> MECH 412 Heat Transfer
6> MECH 510 Design of Thermal Systems
7> MECH 501 Final Year Project I and
MECH 502 Final Year Project II
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[4 cr.]
Technical Elective Courses>

At least 3 technical electives are required
MECH 511 Intermediate Fluid Mechanics
MECH 512 Internal Combustion Engines
MECH 513 Air Conditioning
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
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MECH 514 Gas Turbines

MECH 515 Steam Turbines
MECH 516 Aerodynamics
MECH 603 Solar Energy
MECH 604 Refrigeration
MECH 606 Aerosol Dynamics
MECH 607 Microflows Fundamentals and Applications
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[track ii]> design, materials, and manufacturing>

Core Courses>
1> CIVE 210 Statics
2> MECH 200 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
3> MECH 220 Engineering Graphics
4> MECH 320 Mechanics of Materials
5> MECH 332 Mechanics of Machines
6> MECH 340 Engineering Materials
7> MECH 341L Materials Lab
8> MECH 420 Mechanical Design I
9> MECH 421 Manufacturing Processes I
10> MECH 520 Mechanical Design II
> MECH 502 Final Year Project II
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[4 cr.]

MECH 521 Manufacturing Processes II
MECH 522 Mechanical CAD/CAE/CAM
MECH 540 Selection of Properties of Materials
MECH 550 Computer Applications in Mechanical Engineering
MECH 619 Quality Control in Manufacturing
MECH 622 Modeling of Machining Processes and Machines
MECH 624 Mechanics of Composite Materials
MECH 625 Fatigue of Materials
MECH 626 Metals and their Properties
MECH 627 Polymers and their Properties
MECH 628 Design of Mechanisms
MECH 633 Biomechanics
MECH 634 Biomaterials and Medical Devices
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[track iii]> mechatronics>

Core Courses in Mechatronics>
1> MECH 230 Dynamics
2> EECE 210 Electric Circuits
3> EECE 312 Electronics (For ME Students)
4> EECE 312L Circuits and Electronics lab
5> MECH 430 Instrumentation and Measurements
6> MECH 431 Control Systems
7> MECH 431L Control Systems Lab
> MECH 502 Final Year Project II
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[1 cr.]
[4 cr.]

MECH 530 Mechatronics System Design
MECH 531 Mechanical Vibrations
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
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MECH 628 Design of Mechanisms

MECH 631 Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems [MEMS]
MECH 634 Biomaterials and Medical Devices
MECH 641 Robotics
MECH 642 Computer Vision
MECH 643 Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines Eng. II
MECH 644 Modal Analysis
MECH 645 Noise and Vibration Control
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
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3>> Chemical Engineering
3.1>> introduction
mission>
The mission of the Chemical Engineering Program at AUB is to provide an innovative
educational program that is both rigorous and challenging to equip students with the
technological tools required for professional practice and research in the petroleum, chemical,
and pharmaceutical industries located regionally and internationally. In addition, the
educational program strives to encourage the development of communication, teamwork, and
leadership skills; and to provide guidance on the application of technical and non-technical
skills that will contribute to the engineering profession and to the well-being of society.
objectives>
While having the aptitude to contribute to the society, students who attain a BSc [Bachelor of
Science] degree possess a tool chest of technical and non-technical skills and knowledge that
positions them either for successful professional practice as entry-level engineers in existing
firms. This does not preclude other activities, such as volunteerism, self-employment, or
academic study in another discipline. Graduates succeed in these goals because the Chemical
Engineering Program strives to:
1> produce graduates who can practice chemical engineering proficiently in a wide
variety of contemporary industrial settings
2> produce graduates who have the basic competencies required to pursue advanced
study and research in the chemical engineering and petrochemical domains, and other
related disciplines
3> produce graduates with well-developed problem-solving skills and an understanding
of current technical, economic, environmental, and safety issues, and their impact on
local and global communities
4> produce graduates with the communication and leadership skills necessary to work
in teams effectively and ethically
5> instil in the students the necessary interpersonal skills to perform professionally and
make sound decisions under conditions of risk and uncertainty
chemical engineering faculty >
Full Time
> Mahmoud Al-Hindi, Assistant Professor, PhD from Imperial College, University of London,
UK. Research interests include desalination, water reuse, membrane processes, heat
exchanger network synthesis and operation, process integration and optimisation.
[ma211@aub.edu.lb]
> Fouad Azizi, Assistant Professor, PhD from Dalhousie Univeristy, Canada, 2009. Research
interests include reactor design, reaction engineering, process intensification, mixing,
multiphase flows, mass transfer, computer modeling, population balance equations, interface
science.
[fa48@aub.edu.lb]
> Walid Saad, Assistant Professor, PhD from Princeton University. Research interests include
drug delivery, nanoparticle-based formulations, and polymer self-assembly.
[ws20@aub.edu.lb]
> Joseph Zeaiter, Assistant Professor, PhD from University of Sydney. Research interests
include thermolysis of plastic waste into fuel, process modeling, advanced process control and
optimization.
[jz08@aub.edu.lb]
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3ZZ Chemical engineering
Part Time
> Natalie Rouhana, Lecturer, PhD from the University of Tennessee, 1996.
> Talal Hassoun, Lecturer, PhD from Texas Tech. University, 2005.
advising>
Advising is the responsibility of the faculty advisor assigned to the student. The advisor is
responsible for monitoring the progress of each student from the first year in the Chemical
Engineering program until graduation. The faculty advisor provides advice about course
selection and the opportunity to discuss career plans, to understand what and why mechanical
engineers do what they do, and to provide a supportive personal relationship. Table 4 lists
advisors for the 2010-11 academic year [AY]. If questions arise that cannot be answered by the
advisor, the student should check with the main ME department office. Students must meet
with their advisors by appointment at least once per semester for pre-registration advising. To
assure that this occurs, advisors are sent the personal identification numbers [PIN] of their
advisees. A student will not be able to register unless he/she meets with the advisor and
obtains a PIN.
In some cases, your advisor may not be able to answer specific academic questions or approve
academic actions that are not described in the catalogue [course equivalence, exceeding
permitted load, request for make up final etc.] In these cases, the student has to petition the
Academic Committee of the Faculty using the form available at the Records Office of the
Faculty. The form is also enclosed at the end of this guide and is available online. After filling
out the form, the student must secure the signature and the comments of his/her advisor. The
answer to the petition will at most take 10 working days.
Table 4 Chemical Engineering Advisors
Class
I
II
Advisor
Office
Prof. Azizi
Bechtel 2M3C; ext 3439; fa48@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Zeaiter
Bechtel 114; ext 3548; jz08@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Al-Hindi
Bechtel 2M3A; ext 3433; ma211@aub.edu.lb
Prof. Saad
Bechtel 112; ext 3545; ws20@aub.edu.lb

Students register each academic semester via the web-based Banner System. Access to
courses controlled by the FEA and other departments is automatically restricted to students
who need these courses by virtue of their programs of enrollment. The faculty academic
advisor is responsible for checking the student progress through the curriculum. At the
beginning of each academic semester the program of each student is reviewed by the students
faculty advisor to assure compliance with the continuation policy and to assure that
prerequisites are satisfied. Ultimately, each student is responsible for understanding the
curriculum and planning his/her progress through it.
All third year engineering students are required to fulfil a summer internship period of eight to
twelve weeks. This is a graduation requirement so that each student gains practical training
experience during the summer prior to graduation, with either a company or another academic
institution.
Host companies/institutions for interns are identified through the following
avenues:
1> IAESTE [International Association for Exchange Student in Technology and
Engineering] offers opportunities abroad to FEA students. Offers are usually made
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known to the various departments in February for the summer training period. All
placements are made outside Lebanon.
2> FEA Career Office acts as a link between companies/academic institutions and the
summer interns. The FEA career counsellor seeks offers from companies and academic
institutions requesting their acceptance of third year engineering students as interns.
3> Companies/institutions contact the FEA directly and request interns. This process is
generally forwarded to and directed by the FEA Career Development Office as well.
4> Students own contact.
The chronology of events leading to summer training is as follows:
1> At the beginning of the academic year, all 3rd year engineering students are required
to complete an internship application and submit it to the FEA CDC. This application is
made available on line.
2> The link to the online career centre is http://webfea.fea.aub.edu.lb/career/
3> The FEA Career Development Office seeks offers from companies and institutions.
Students interested in specific companies can request that the FEA Career Development
(CDC)Office contact those companies on their behalf.
4> Offers are sent to the FEA CDC.
5> Students are matched and placed in companies/institutions according to major and
desired field of training. The FEA CDC matches students with available positions based
on the students overall rank and interest in the field.
6> Changes are not possible once the student confirms his/her willingness to intern at
a specific company/institution.
7> Offers from companies suggested by students need to be approved by the ME
Department and by the FEA CDC. Offers for future training sessions are solicited from
companies in which past internships have been successful and rewarding.
For more information regarding training experience contact Ms. Nadia Moufarrej/FEA Career
counsellor at ext. 3453 or the Deans Office at ext. 3400, or visit the ME website at http://
webfea.fea.aub.edu.lb/med/resources/summer_training.aspx
The summer training guidelines are given in Appendix IV.
final year project>
Students, normally in groups of three, are supervised while working on a project . The project
is an attempt to provide students with a transitional experience from the academic world to the
professional world. It is designed to serve as a platform in which chemical engineering
students in teams engage in a comprehensive, integrative, meaningful design experience
requiring the solution of open-ended problems that draw from knowledge acquired in the leadup courses in order to better prepare them to enter the real world of engineering practice. The
project experience forms a bridge between being a chemical engineering student to becoming
a technologically astute engineer practising in a world characterized by stiff competition,
global market economy, rapid technological advancement, and customer driven engineering.
Everyone at all levels of study can improve his/her ability to write. Learning to express yourself
clearly in writing is an important skill for an engineer. If you get stuck writing an essay or report
or do not know how to start, the AUB Writing Center can help. Schedule an appointment with a
tutor or drop by the center in West Hall. The AUB Writing Center was established in November
2004 and is open to all undergraduate and graduate students. The Writing Center is directed
by Professor Amy Zenger. [az07@aub.edu.lb Fisk/204A]. The mission of the Writing Center is
to enhance the quality of writing in the AUB community by providing a personal forum for
students to engage in discussion about their texts. The tutors respect each students level of
achievement and provide support and skills for analytical thinking, among many other textualbased processes.
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3.2>> undergraduate chemical engineering programs (BS and BE)

The undergraduate curriculum for the degree of Bachelor of Science (BS), Major: Chemical
Engineering is a four-year program. It consists of 140 semester credit hours of course work of
which 30 credits are completed in the freshman year while the student is enrolled in the
Faculty of Arts and Sciences and 110 credits are completed in three years while the student is
enrolled at the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture.
The undergraduate curriculum for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Major: Chemical
Engineering is a five-year program. It consists of 173 semester credit hours of course work of
which 30 credits are completed in the freshman year while the student is enrolled in the
Faculty of Arts and Sciences and 143 credits are completed in four years while the student is
enrolled at the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture.
Students who are admitted at the sophomore level will be required to complete either 110
credits in three years to earn the BS degree or 143 credits in four years to earn the BE degree,
the two programs are outlined here:
Table 5 Chemical Engineering Curriculum
MATH 201
Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
EECE 230
Computers and Programming
CIVE 210
Statics
MECH 220
Engineering Graphics
ENGL 206
English Technical Writing
Humanities
Elective
CHEN 200
Introduction to Chemical Engineering
MATH 202
Differential Equations
EECE 210
Electric Circuits
MECH 310
Thermodynamics I
ENGL
Elective
Term III
[Summer]
9-credits
(BE/BS degree)
STAT 230
Introduction to Probability and Random Variables
CHEM 204
Physical Chemistry for Chemical Engineers
CHEM 207
Survey of Organic Chemistry and Petrochemicals
Term IV
[Fall]
18-credits
(BE/BS degree)
Arabic
Elective
Humanities
Elective: Ethics course
MATH 218
Linear Algebra
CHEN 351/
MECH 430
Instrumentation and Measurements
CHEN 311/
MECH 314
Introduction to Fluids Engineering
CHEN 314
Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
CHEM 219
Analytical and Instrumental Chemistry for Chemical Engineers
CHEN 310
Transport Phenomena Lab
CHEN 312
Separation Processes
MECH 340
Engineering Materials
MATH 251
Numerical Computing
Social
Sciences
Elective
Term I
[Fall]
16-credits
(BE/BS degree)
Term II
[Spring]
15-credits
(BE/BS degree)
Term V
[Spring]
17-credits
(BE/BS degree)
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Term VI [Summer]
(BS degree)
Term VII
[Fall]
18-credits
(BE/BS degree)
Term VIII
[Spring]
17-credits
( BS degree)
CHEN 400
Approved Experience (for BS)
ECON 212
Elementary Macroeconomics Theory
CHEN 411
Heat and Mass Transfer Operations
CHEN 417
Kinetics and Reactor Design I
CHEN 470
Chemical Process Design
CHEN 480
Safety and Loss Prevention
Humanities Elective for BS and BE
CHEN 401
Final Year Project ( for BS )
CHEN 451
Process Control
CHEN 451L
Process Control Lab
CHEN 410
Unit Operation Lab
Humanities Elective
Table 5b Terms VIII to XI for BE in Chemical Engineering

Term VIII
[Spring]
17-credits
( BE degree)
Term IX
[Summer]
(BE degree)
Term X
[Fall]
17-credits
(BE degree)
Term XI
[Spring]
15-credits
(BE degree)
CHEN 410
Unit Operation Lab
CHEN 451
Process Control
CHEN 451L
Process Control Lab
Technical Elective III
Humanities Elective
CHEN 500
Approved Experience ( for BE )
CHEN 531
Principles of Corrosion
CHEN 511
Transport Phenomena
CHEN 501
Final Year Project I
CHEN 571
Chemical Product Design
BIO
Biology / Biochemistry Elective
ENMG 500
Engineering Management
CHEN 517
Kinetics and Reactor Design II
CHEN 570
Process Synthesis and Optimization
CHEN 501
Final Year Project II
Technical Elective IV
Elective
Science
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Table 6 Distribution of Credits in CHEN BS Curriculum

Course Category
Courses/Topics
Credits
ENGL 206
English Elective
Arabic [3 cr.]
Elective
Humanities [12 cr.]
ENGM 504 Engineering Ethics or an Ethics Course
Social Sciences PSPA, SBS or ECON [6 cr.]

3 cr. labs]
MATH 201, MATH 202, MATH 218, STAT 230, CHEM 204,
CHEM 207, CHEM 219, MATH 251
24
CIVE 210, EECE 210, EECE 230, MECH 220, MECH 310,
MECH 340, MECH 430/CHEN 351
19
Chemical Engineering Major [40 cr.]
Core Courses: CHEN 200, CHEN 310, CHEN 311, CHEN 312,
CHEN 314, CHEN 400, CHEN 401, CHEN 410 , CHEN 411,
CHEN 417, CHEN 451, CHEN 451L, CHEN 470, CHEN 480
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Technical Electives: CHEN 413, CHEN 490, CHEN 511,

CHEN 517, CHEN 531, CHEN 570, CHEN 612, CHEN 613,
CHEN 672, CHEN 673
total
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Table 6a Distribution of Credits in CHEN BE Curriculum

Course Category
Courses/Topics
Credits
ENGL 206
English Elective
Arabic [3 cr.]
Elective
Humanities [12 cr.]
ENGM 504 Engineering Ethics or an Ethics Course
Social Sciences PSPA, SBS or ECON

[6 cr.]

3 cr. labs]
MATH 201, MATH 202, MATH 218, STAT 230, CHEM 204,
CHEM 207, CHEM 219, MATH 251, BIOL 201/BIOL220,
Science Elective
30
CIVE 210, EECE 210, EECE 230, MECH 220, MECH 310,
MECH 340, MECH 430/CHEN 351, ENMG 500
22
Chemical Engineering Major [64 cr.]
Core Courses: CHEN 200, CHEN 310, CHEN 311, CHEN 312,
CHEN 451L, CHEN 470, CHEN 480, CHEN 500, CHEN 501,
CHEN 502,CHEN 511, CHEN 517, CHEN 531, CHEN 570,
CHEN 671
52
Technical Electives: CHEN 413, CHEN 490, CHEN612 ,

CHEN 671, CHEN 672, CIVE 580
12
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total
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3.3>> minor in Chemical Engineering

The minor in chemical engineering is open to engineering students in majors other than
chemical engineering .
Minor Program Requirements (21 credits)
The student taking the minor is required to complete 21 credits from the list given below. The
student has to complete 15 credits of core courses and 6 credits of elective courses.
Required Core Courses (15 credits)>>
1> MECH 310 Thermodynamics I
2> CHEN 311/MECH 314 Introduction to fluids Engineering
3> CHEN 312 Separation Processes
4> CHEN 411 Heat and Mass Transfer Operations
5> CHEN 417 Kinetics and Reactor Design I
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
[3 cr.]
Elective Courses (6 credits) selected from the following courses>>

> CHEN 314 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics II
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 451 Process Control
[2 cr.]
> CHEN 451L Process Control Lab
[1 cr.]
> CHEN 470 Chemical Process Design
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 480 Safety and Loss Prevention
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 490 Fundamentals of Petroleum Engineering
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 517 Kinetics and Reactor Design II
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 531 Principles of Corrosion
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 570 Process Synthesis and Optimisation
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 612 Desalination
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 671 Chemical Product Design
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 672 Polymer Science
[3 cr.]
> CHEN 673 Engineering of Drug Delivery Systems
[3 cr.]
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4>> academic regulations
4.1>> petitions
There is a process whereby a student can petition for deviation from certain requirements. The
student must submit a petition signed by the academic advisor to the FEA Records Office. The
petition is then studied by the FEA Academic and Curriculum Committee. For more information
on dealing with special or unique cases; the student and advisor should refer to details in the
University Catalogue, the University Policy Manual, the Student Handbook and the Faculty
Handbook, the Student Code of Conduct on the AUB website: http://pnp.aub.edu.lb/general/
conductcode/index.html, and the University Faculty Advising Handbook.
4.2>> attendance
classes and laboratories>
> Students are expected to attend all classes, laboratories, and required fieldwork. All
missed laboratory or fieldwork must be made up. A student is responsible for the work
that is done, and for any announcements that are made during his/her absence.
> Students who, during a semester, miss more than one-fifth of the sessions of any
course in the first ten weeks of the semester [five weeks in the case of the summer term]
will be dropped from the course. A faculty member who drops a student from the course
for this reason must have stated in the syllabus that attendance will be taken.
> Students who withdraw or are forced to drop a course will receive a grade of W.
> A student cannot withdraw or be withdrawn, from a course after the announced
deadline unless approved by the FEA Academic and Curriculum Committee.
> Students cannot withdraw, or be forced to withdraw, from a course at any time if this
results in the student being registered for less than 12 credits without the prior approval
of the FEA Academic and Curriculum Committee.
examinations and quizzes>
Students who miss an announced examination or quiz must present an excuse considered
valid by the instructor of the course. The course instructor should then require the student to
take a make-up examination.
Medical reports and/or qualified professional opinions issued by an AUB employee, AUH
doctor, or by the University Health Services will be accepted. Should there be a question about
the validity of any excuse presented by the student, the matter should be referred by the
faculty member to the FEA Academic and Curriculum Committee.
4.3>> cheating
Plagiarism, cheating, or other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of
academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are
immediately reported to the instructor of the class. In addition to other possible disciplinary
sanctions, which may be imposed through regular institutional procedures as a result of
academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the
exercise or examination, or to assign an F in the course.
4.4>> on-line plagiarism tutorial and test
The Board of Deans has determined that all AUB students must complete an on-line plagiarism
tutorial and test. Students can take the test as many times as necessary. The homepage of the
Plagiarism Tutorial and Test is available at:
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http://staff.aub.edu.lb/~eplagio/Tutorial-Test/home_Tutorial_Test.htm
The Tutorial and Test is divided into four sections:
> Overview: when and how to give credit; recommendations; decision flowchart.
> Examples: word-for-word and paraphrasing plagiarism: 5 examples each.
> Practice with Feedback: identifying plagiarism: 10 items.
> Test
When students pass the test a Notification of Test Completion [see sample at http://
staff.aub.edu.lb/~eplagio/Tutorial-Test/notification.htm ] appears and they click submit to
have it sent to the Office of the Registrar. The Office of the Registrar will have in its database
the information about the students who have passed the test, and the date when they did so.
The system will also generate e-mails to the passing students giving them unique validation
codes [to be used as a proof they passed the test-if needed].
4.5>> examinations
Final examinations are to be held at the end of each semester and are to be administered
according to the schedule predetermined by the Office of the Registrar.
4.6>> course load
To be considered full-time, a student must be registered for a minimum load of 12 credits per
semester. [See the required number of credits for summer full-time status under summer term
for FEA.] A full-time student who wishes or is forced to reduce his/her load to less than 12
credits must first apply to the FEA Academic and Curriculum Committee for permission to do
so.
Students can normally register for up to 17 credits per semester and nine credits during the
summer term. Students who wish to register for more than 17 credits must petition the FEA
Academic and Curriculum Committee for permission to do so.
Students in the following categories must petition the appropriate faculty committee but will
normally be granted permission to register for more than 17 credits:
> Freshman students intending to go into medicine or engineering, and who have an
average of at least 80 in the first semester, may take an additional course during the
second semester.
> Junior and senior students who have completed their English communication skills
requirements at the level required by the department of their major may register for a
maximum of 18 credits per semester.
> If the program requires that a student registers for more than 17 credits in a particular
semester.
4.7>> change of major
All changes of major are subject to the approval of the department to which the change is
requested. The receiving department determines the new study plan for a student accepted
into the new major.
4.8>> Admission of Transfer Students
Students attending recognized institutions of higher learning, including AUB, may apply for
transfer to any of the engineering, architecture, or graphic design majors in the FEA. These
students are eligible for consideration for admission to any of Terms I through VI (Term VIII for
architecture) depending on availability of places and subject to the following conditions.
Normally, students will not be admitted to the architecture or graphic design programs in the
middle of the academic year. Students must
> Have completed the equivalent of the sophomore class at the college or university
from which they are transferring
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> Have attained a minimum cumulative average of 2.7 out of 4.0 (75 out of 100 for AUB
students)
> Have taken at least 12 credits of math and basic science courses at the sophomore
level or higher and attained a total average in these courses of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 (77
out of 100 for AUB students) This applies to engineering and architecture majors only
> Have satisfied the university English requirements for admission
> Students from outside AUB applying for transfer to the architecture or graphic design
majors are required to submit portfolios of their work; students from within AUB
applying for transfer to the architecture or graphic design majors are encouraged to
submit portfolios of their work.
Applications of transfer students are evaluated and approved by the departments and the
Admissions Committee of the Faculty. The term in which the student is placed, and the
complete program of study in the major in which s/he is admitted, are determined by the
department concerned depending on the number of credits completed at the institution from
which the student is transferring.
4.9>> deans honor list
To be placed on the Deans Honor List at the end of the semester, a student must:
> be carrying at least 12 credits,
> not be on probation,
> have passed all courses and attained an overall average of 85 or be ranked in the top
10 percent of the class and have an overall average of 80,
> not have been subjected to any disciplinary action within the university during the
semester, and
> be deemed worthy by the dean to be on the Honor List.
4.10>> dismissal and re-admission
A student is dismissed from the Faculty for any of the following reasons:
> If the students overall average is less than 60 at the end of the 2nd regular semester.
> If the student fails to clear academic probation within two regular semesters,
excluding the summer term, after being put on probation.
> If the student is placed on academic probation for a total of four regular semesters. A
student can be dropped for this reason even if he/she is in the final year at AUB.
> If the student is deemed unworthy by the faculty to continue for professional or ethical
reasons.
A student will normally be considered for readmission only if, after spending a year at another
recognised institution of higher education, the student is able to present a satisfactory record
and recommendation. Exceptions may be made for students who left the university for
personal or health reasons. Transfer credit will be considered after departmental evaluation of
a students course work.
4.11>> incompletes
A student who receives an incomplete grade for a course must petition the FEA Academic and
Curriculum Committee within two weeks from the date of the scheduled final exam for
permission to complete the course. Coursework must be completed within one month from the
beginning of the next regular semester. In exceptional circumstances, the FEA Academic and
Curriculum Committee may decide to give the student additional time to complete a course.
Incomplete course work will be reported as an I followed by a numerical grade reflecting the
evaluation of the student available at the end of the semester. This evaluation is to be based
on a grade of zero on all missed work and should be reported in units of five. If the work is not
completed within the period specified, the I is dropped and the numerical grade becomes
the final grade.
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Normally a student with incomplete grades on good academic standing will not be permitted to
register for more than 16 credits during a regular semester.
4.12>> probation
placement on academic probation>
A student is placed on academic probation if the students overall average is less than 68 at the
end of the 2nd regular semester, if the semester average is less than 69 at the end of the 3rd or
4th regular semester, or if the semester average is less than 70 in any subsequent semester,
excluding the summer term.
For evaluation purposes, the minimum number of credits at the end of the 2nd regular
semester should be 24, and 12 in each subsequent fall or spring semester.
Courses/credits taken during a summer term are counted towards the semester average of the
next regular semester. If the number of credits taken in any one regular semester is less than
12 [for approved reasons], courses/credits taken during that semester are counted towards the
semester average of the next regular semester.
Credit for incomplete courses will be included in the semester in which the incomplete courses
were taken. The evaluation for that semester will be carried out as soon as the grades for the
incomplete courses have been finalized.
During a regular semester, a student will not be permitted to register for more than 16 credits if
s/he is on academic probation (P1), and no more than 13 credits if s/he is on academic
probation P2 or higher. A student on probation will not be permitted to register for more than 7
credits during a summer term.
A student who is on academic probation and has incomplete grades will not be permitted to
register for more than 13 credits.
Students with incomplete grades will be forced to drop courses to comply with the above
mentioned rules.
removal of probation>
Probation is removed when the student attains a semester average of 69 or more in the 3rd or
4th regular semester, or a semester average of 70 or more in any subsequent regular semester.
Probation should be removed within two regular semesters, excluding summer, after the
student is placed on probation, or when the student completes his or her graduation
requirements [see 4.15 Graduation Requirements].
4.13>> repeating courses
A student may repeat any course for which he/she received a grade of less than 70. A student
who fails a required course must repeat the course at the earliest opportunity. No course may
be taken more than three times. When a course is repeated, the highest grade will be
considered in the calculation of the cumulative average. All course grades will remain a part of
a students permanent record.
4.14>> withdrawal from courses [also see 4.2 attendance]
A student can withdraw from only one required course per semester. Students who wish to
withdraw from more than one required course in any given semester must petition the
appropriate Faculty committee for permission to do so. A student may withdraw from elective
courses, down to a minimum of 12 credits, not later than 10 weeks [five weeks in the summer
term] from the beginning of the semester. A student will receive a grade of W for the course.
4.15>> change of grade>
1> Once grades are posted on the AUB Student Information System [AUBSIS], a change
of grade is not allowed unless a demonstrable mistake was made in the correction of
the final examination or in the calculation of the grade. In particular, if a change of grade
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would result in a change of the academic status of the student, the supporting evidence
for the changes of grade must be presented to the chairperson of the department and
the Dean.
2> A student may petition the Deans Office to request that a course teacher review the
correction of the students final examination paper, in a case in which the student has
reason to believe that some oversight may have been made in the correction, or that a
mistake may have been made in calculating the course grade. Such petitions must be
submitted within one week from the date of the posting of course grades. The Deans
Office will transmit the petition to the teacher concerned.
3> To change a course grade, the teacher must complete a Change of Grade Form
available in the Records Office and submit it to the chairperson of the department, with
the supporting evidence, if required in accordance with paragraph 1 above. If the
chairperson of the department approves the change of grade, s/he will sign the form
and transmit it to the Dean for final approval.
4.16>> graduation
Students can graduate at the end of any academic semester. Satisfactory completion of the full
curriculum is assured by a two-step process. The chairperson of the department in coordination with the faculty advisor of the fourth year students submit to the Office of the
Registrar at the American University of Beirut a list with the names of students who will be
completing the degree requirements at the end of a given term. At the end of the term, the
Registrars Office will render a student eligible to receive the degree if that student has met all
program requirements, which are:
1> Passed all the required courses and the approved experience;
2> Attained a minimum cumulative course average of 70 excluding freshman level
courses and courses taken prior to admission to the FEA;
3> Attained a cumulative average of 70 or more in major courses. Major courses are
specified as all engineering courses of 400 and above level, including courses approved
as technical electives.
4> Met the residence requirements.
4.17>> graduate studies
Students who plan to pursue graduate studies at AUB should have attained an average of at
least 80 or an equivalent grade.
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5>> professional societies and awards
5.1>> professional societies and clubs

All mechanical engineering students have immediate access to student chapters of ASME
[American Society of Mechanical Engineers], ASHRAE [American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Ventilating Engineers] and SME [Society of Manufacturing Engineers].
These societies offer leadership opportunities as well as frequent outside speaker programs
and field trips.
In addition the Department encourages students to cooperate in engineering oriented extracurricular activities. Students have recently formed a Robotics club and a Karting club.
5.2>> awards
Deans Award for Creative Achievement>
The Deans Award for Creative Achievement, was initiated in the Faculty of Engineering and
Architecture in December 1991. The objective of this award is to recognize and reward creativity
among students of the Faculty in their approach to academic work.
> Nature of Award: The award consists of a certificate in testimony of creative achievement as
well as the inscription of the recipients name on a special board placed in FEA. A student who
receives the award three times will be presented with a $500 prize.
> Number of Awards: One award may be presented yearly, depending on eligibility, to a student
in each of the following programs: Architecture, Graphic Design, Civil Engineering, Computer
and Communications Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical
Engineering.
> Eligibility: Undergraduate students from all classes in the Faculty of Engineering and
Architecture who have demonstrated creativity in their approach to academic work as applied
to projects, problem solving, laboratory, shop work, etc. are eligible without restriction. If the
work in question is a group activity, the award may be given to each member of the group.
> Procedure for Nomination and Selection: Faculty members shall submit to the chairperson of
the department concerned, just after the final examinations of the spring semester, the names
of candidates for the award with justification and supporting material. Selection of the
candidate from each program shall be made by the respective department and communicated
to the dean for voting by the faculty at the time of voting of degrees at the end of the academic
year.
Distinguished Graduate Award>
The Distinguished Graduate Award, first announced in June 1998, is given to the graduating
senior student who demonstrates high academic achievement, outstanding character, and
contribution to the department.
> Number of Awards: One award may be presented yearly, depending on eligibility, to a student
in each of the following programs: Architecture, Graphic Design, Civil Engineering, Computer
and Communications Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical
Engineering.
> Nomination: The candidate should be nominated by at least three faculty members. The
nomination should come in the form of a letter that addresses academic performance,
character and contribution to the department.
> Academic Performance: The candidate for the award should have been placed on the Deans
Honour List for Terms VII, VIII, X and XI and should have been nominated for graduation with
distinction or high distinction.
> Character: The nomination letter for the student should include a section addressing the
students character and should include examples that demonstrate it vis--vis his/her
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professional societies and awards
classmates and teachers. Emphasis should be given to evidence of exemplary, ethical, and
responsible conduct inside and outside the classroom setting.
> Contribution to the Department: The nomination brief should address and evaluate the
contributions that the student made to the learning environment in his/her classes and to the
department as a whole. This section should include supporting examples.
> Voting: The successful candidate for the award should acquire the vote of at least two thirds
of the voting faculty members of the department.
> Award: The award will consist of an engraved plaque and a certificate signed by the
chairperson of the department and the dean of the school.
Penrose Award>
In 1955 Mrs. Stephen Penrose initiated the Penrose Award in honor of her late husband,
President Penrose.
> Basis for Award: This award is made on the basis of the best combination of scholarship,
character, leadership, and contribution to the university as a whole.
> Nature of the Award: The award consists of engraving the recipients name on a plaque that
is kept on display in Jafet Library.
> Nomination and Selection Procedures:
1> Each member of the faculty is entitled to nominate one student. The nominee for the
Penrose Award must have attained a cumulative average of not less than 75 based on
terms VI, VII, VIII, and X for Engineering students, and terms VIII, X, XI, and XIII for
Architecture students and have not repeated any of the above-mentioned terms.
2> Upon receiving the nominations made by the individual faculty members, the
Students Affairs Committee will study and appraise each nominee, and will then prepare
a selected list of three names, or a list of all nominated if less than three, for
presentation to the faculty for final vote.
3> A faculty meeting will be called and the list mentioned in 2 will be distributed. Final
voting and selection, by the voting faculty will be made at this meeting.
The name of the nominee who obtains a simple majority of the votes will be transmitted
to the Board of Academic Deans for final approval. The above mentioned actions of the
faculty will be final and will not be subject to any subsequent considerations.
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6>> frequently asked questions [faq]
> Q1: If I missed my registration time slot or the entire registration period what should I do?
A1: Speak with the FEA Student Services Officer, Alia Kazma Serhal. Her office is located in
Bechtel room 302 .
> Q2: Who is my advisor?
A2: You can find the name of your advisor by logging onto SIS.
> Q3: My advisor is not present; to whom should I go for advice?
A3: First read through the FAQ list to see if you can find an answer to your question. If you do
not find an answer to your question go to the chairperson of your department. S/he will
answer your question or tell you who to see.
An advisors office hours sometimes do not coincide with a students registration time. All
faculty members have their office hours posted outside their door.
> Q4: Can I change my advisor?
A4: (If you are in ECE you may change your advisor with the permission of your current advisor
and the new advisor. You must complete the appropriate form in the ECE office.)
> Q5: How can I get my alternate PIN?
A5: Your advisor has your alternate PIN number.
> Q6: My advisor does not have my alternate PIN, who can give me this information?
A6: Speak with the FEA Student Services Officer, Alia Kazma Serha. Her office is located in
Bechtel room 302.
> Q7: How do I use the alternate pin?
A7: After you log on to SIS you will be asked to give your PIN.
> Q8: How do I find out the English level I am placed in?
A8: If you are a new student check with the Admissions Office to find which English class you
must take. If you are a continuing student the English department should be able to answer
your question.
> Q9: I took ENGL 204 do I need to take ENGL 206?
A9: If you took ENGL 204 before joining the FEA you do not need to take ENGL 206.
If ENGL 204 was counted toward your freshman requirements a substitute English course must
be taken.
> Q10: I was placed in English 204 do I take it or 206 instead?
A10: If you are in engineering or the architecture program you must take ENGL 206. If you are a
graphic design major you should take ENGL 204.
> Q11: How do I find out when an Arabic placement test will be given, and where can I find the
results after I take the test?
A11: This information is available in the Department of Arabic and Near Eastern Languages
located in College Hall on the 4th floor. Check the website of the Arabic Department: http://
staff.aub.edu.lb/~webarab/apt.htm
> Q12: What Arabic course should I take?
A12: The course that you are placed in is dependent upon the results of your Arabic placement
test. Those students who are exempt from taking Arabic must take an elective course in the
humanities.
> Q13: Should I follow the required course list exactly? Which courses have prerequisites?
Which courses can I delay taking?
A13: You do not have to strictly follow the course list; however there are sequences of courses
with prerequisites in all the programs. Check the AUB undergraduate catalogue or the course
syllabus for the specific prerequisites. If there are no prerequisites for a course you may
postpone taking it; it is advisable to check with your advisor.
> Q14: What are the humanities courses or the social sciences course I am permitted to take?
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5ZZ frequently asked questions [faq]
A14: First check the FEA section of the most recent catalogue for a complete list of the
acceptable electives. http://www.aub.edu.lb if you still have questions see your advisor.
> Q15: May I take my humanity electives in business or engineering management?
A15: Business and engineering management courses are not considered humanity courses.
> Q16: How do I register for a minor in engineering management?
A16: First check the EM minor program requirements in the catalogue. Then you must complete
an Engineering Management Course Plan form which is available in the FEA Deans Office. The
form requires the signature of the program coordinator.
> Q17: How do I apply for a minor in bio-medical engineering?
A17: Check the AUB Undergraduate Catalogue for the requirements then complete the form on
the ECE home page.
> Q18: Can I take a graduate course as an elective?
A18: Undergraduate students may take graduate courses as electives if the class has not
reached capacity. However, some programs limit the number of electives a student may take
outside the department.
> Q19: What are the ethics courses?
A19: Check the FEA section of the most current catalogue.
> Q20: Where can I find the list of science electives?
A20: Check the departmental section for your major in the most recent catalogue for a
complete list of the approved science electives.
> Q21: What should I do when I can not register in my core course?
A21: Contact your department.
> Q22: I am a fourth year student, I cannot register in a course that is required what should I
do? I need the course.
A22: Contact the Student Services Officer for difficulties registering in courses outside the FEA.
> Q23: If while trying to register for a course I get a prerequisite or a test score error, what
should I do?
A23: First go to the secretary of your department, and if s/he is not able to solve the problem
go to the Student Services Officer. The Student Services Officer can help resolve problems with
courses offered outside the FEA.
> Q24: Should I go to the Registrar to have restrictions removed?
A24: No, you should go to the department offering the course.
> Q25: Why are there restrictions on courses for majors?
A25: Registration restrictions are put on some courses to give priority to students who need
the course to complete the requirements in their major.
> Q26: If the capacity in an FEA class needs to be increased in order for me to register, what
should I do?
A26: You should first talk to the department concerned; you will need the instructors
permission. If the problem persists you should contact the Student Services Officer.
> Q27: Why must I ask permission from a chair or coordinator to open capacity if there is
space?
A27: Some courses have restrictions placed on them to ensure that students who require the
course for their major will be able to register.
> Q28: If the capacity of a course outside the FEA must be increased in order for me to register,
what should I do?
A28: You should see the Student Services Officer who will assist you by contacting the
appropriate department.
> Q29: Can capacity in lab class be opened if I bring my own laptop?
A29: No, the space in a lab class is strictly limited.
> Q30: Can I switch sections if the section is open?
A30: Yes, you may switch sections but it can be done only during the drop and add period.
> Q31: Why cant my department open capacity in other Faculties?
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A31: Each Faculty has control over the courses that they offer. It is difficult to predict the
number of sections that will be required especially for first year courses. Opening a new
section requires assigning instructors and rooms; this is done within the Faculty.
> Q32: Do I have to wait until drop and add day to change my registration?
A32: To make changes in your registration you must wait until the drop and add period. The
system is used for many functions (grades, fees etc.) and for logistical reasons caused by load
on the system you must wait.
> Q33: What is the course load that I am required or permitted to take during the summer?
A33: Nine credits is the standard course load during the summer term. If you are doing a
summer internship and wish to register for an additional course you must submit a petition to
the FEA Academic Committee. The course can only be taken if it is scheduled after or before
regular work hours.
> Q34: How do I request an overload?
A34: If the overload will involve 19 or less credits it can be approved at the departmental level.
If the overload will result in more than 19 credits a petition must be filed with the FEA Academic
Committee. The committees approval will depend upon your GPA and if any of the courses are
being repeated.
Normally first year students are not granted overload permission. Students may petition the
FEA Academic Committee for overload permission.
> Q35: What is the minimum grade that I need to clear probation?
A35: The minimum grade required to remove probation is dependent upon your previous
grades. Probation is removed when a student attains a semester average of 69 or more in the
third or fourth regular semester, or a semester average of 70 or more in any subsequent
regular semester. Probation should be removed within two regular semesters, excluding
summer, after the student is placed on probation, or when the student completes his/her
graduation requirements. (See: AUB Undergraduate Catalogue: Removal of Probation and
Graduation Requirements)
> Q36: How and when can I transfer out of, or into a department?
A36: Usually you may transfer after completing two regular terms in a department. You must
complete the change of major form on the FEA website (click on Student Resources and then
Petitions and Forms).
> Q37: What is the minimum grade average needed to transfer?
A37: All changes of major are subject to the approval of the department to which the change is
requested. The average required depends on the department and the availability of space;
check the catalogue for specific requirements.
> Q38: If I am going to transfer from one major to another within the FEA what courses should
I take so as not to waste a whole semester? What courses are required?
A38: Check the catalogue and see your advisor. The introduction to engineering courses
(MECH 200, EECE 200, and CIVE 200) will be accepted by all the engineering departments for
students who transfer.
> Q39: Can I use the courses that I took courses abroad as an exchange student as part of my
graduation requirements?
A39: Yes, if the courses are pre-approved through a petition to the FEA Academic Committee.
> Q40: What must I do concerning my summer training internship?
A40: Check with the FEA Career Development Center and remember you must register for the
Approved Experience course in your major.
> Q41: What is my class rank?
A41: The FEA does not provide any ranking beyond the honor list.
> Q42: What forms do I need to complete before, during and after my internship?
A42: All engineering programs require:
1- Proposal of Approved Experience form
2- Notice of Arrival form
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3 Interim Training Report

4- Letter from Employer
5- Final Training Report
For more information see Appendix IV p.65
> Q43: How many students can be in an FYP group?
A43: Check with your department.
> Q44: I am a fourth year student what courses do I need to graduate?
A44: Check with your advisor. There is a degree evaluation on SIS and on the WEB
> Q45: What do I do to get a clearance for graduation?
A45: Go to the Registrar on line and click on Forms.
> Q46: What forms should I complete before my graduation?
A46: You must complete the following forms:
Graduation Forms in the Registrars Office,
Departmental Exit Survey,
Career Office Exit Survey,
FEA Deans Office updated records form, and
You must have passed the online Plagiarism Test.
> Q47: How can I know that I have taken all my required courses and that I am eligible for
graduation?
A47: Check with your advisor. There is a degree evaluation on SIS and on the WEB
> Q48: What is my GPA? How do I translate this to the 4.0 scale?
A48: Your GPA is on your transcript. You can get a conversion table at the Registrars Office.
> Q49: How can I know my graduation GPA?
A49: You must wait until all your final grades are posted on the web. Your final average will be
included on your transcript.
> Q50: When I apply to graduate school, what courses are used to calculate my GPA?
A50: If you are applying to a graduate program at AUB the last two years of grades are
considered. If you are applying elsewhere the entire transcript may be considered.
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appendix i>> distribution of requirements in humanities/social

sciences
All ME students take a minimum of 27 credits of general education requirements in

Humanities and Social Sciences distributed as follows
6 credits in English Communication Skills through English 204 (English 206 in FEA).
3 credits in Arabic Communication Skills (except those formally exempted)
12 credits in Humanities.
6 credits in Social Science.
In addition ME students take the equivalent of 9 credits of Natural Science (6 credits)
and Quantitative Thoughts (3 credits) courses
The list of courses satisfying these requirements are listed in the document
[http://www.aub.edu.lb/registrar/Documents/pdfdoc/general-education-courses.pdf]
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appendix ii>> mechanical engineering course descriptions
AII.1>> undergraduate courses

MECH 200 Mechanical Engineering Tools [3 cr.]>
The course seeks to introduce students to the mechanical engineering discipline, build the
students
interpersonal and communication skills, and give them insight about engineering concepts and
creative design principles and an overview of mechanical engineering as a profession, and
ethics in engineering. Teamwork experience is highly stressed. Prerequisites: None
MECH 220 Engineering Graphics [1 cr.]>
The course aims at preparing the future engineer to be able to understand and create technical
drawings. The course seeks to develop the student effective utilization of computer-aided
drafting (CAD) skills in order to create engineering drawings. Orthogonal projection, exploded
and auxiliary views, sectioning and sectional views, dimensioning and tolerance schemes,
standard drawing formats, and detailing. Introduction to the use of CAD packages (AutoCAD).
MECH 230 Dynamics [3 cr.]>
A basic course in engineering mechanics covering dynamics of particles and planar rigid
bodies. This course introduces Newtons law of motion, the principle of work and energy, and
the principle of impulse and momentum. Diagrammatic representation of the basic laws are
applied on motion of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Prerequisite: CIVE 210
and MATH 201.
MECH 310 Thermodynamics I [3 cr.]>
This course seeks to provide a methodology by which students view objects in the physical
universe as systems and apply to them the basic laws of conservation of mass, energy and
the entropy balance. The course covers the thermodynamic state and properties of a pure
substance, energy and mass conservation, entropy and the second law. Applications are to
closed setups and flow devices. Simple vapor and gas cycles applications.
MECH 314/CHEN 311 Introduction to Fluids Engineering [3 cr.]>
An introductory course on fluid behavior emphasizing conservation of mass, momentum, and
energy and dimensional analysis, study of fluid motion in terms of the velocity field, fluid
acceleration, the pressure field, and the viscous effects; applications of Bernoullis equation,
Navier-Stokes, and modeling; flow in ducts, potential flows, and boundary layer flows.
Prerequisite: MECH 310.
MECH 320 Mechanics of Materials [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with the mechanization of motion, kinematics analysis of linkage
mechanisms, synthesis of cam-follower mechanisms, gear terminology and types of gears,
analysis and synthesis of gear trains, force analysis, and introduction to linkage synthesis;
computer aided project. Prerequisite: CIVE 210.
MECH 332 Mechanics of Machines [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with the mechanization of motion, kinematics analysis of linkage
mechanisms, synthesis of cam-follower mechanisms, gear terminology and types of gears,
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analysis and synthesis of gear trains, force analysis, and introduction to linkage synthesis;
computer aided project. Prerequisite: MECH 230. Annually.
MECH 340 Engineering Materials [3 cr.]>
The course introduces fundamental concepts in materials science as applied to engineering
materials: crystalline structures, imperfections, dislocations, and strengthening mechanisms,
diffusion, phase diagrams and transformations, ferrous and non-ferrous metal alloys,
ceramics, and polymers, structure-property relationships, Material selection case studies.
MECH 341 Materials Lab [1 cr.]>
The course seeks to accompany and compliment MECH 340: Engineering Materials. The
laboratory sessions are designed to impart a qualitative & quantitative understanding of the
mechanical properties of engineering materials. The laboratory sessions will also examine
topics related to the microstructure of materials. Co-requisite: MECH 340 Engineering
Materials.
MECH 410L Thermal/Fluid Systems Laboratory [1 cr.]>
A series of experiments in basic thermodynamic cycles, psychrometry, combustion and
elementary fluid mechanics. Special emphasis on the use of the computer as a laboratory tool
for data acquisition, reduction, analysis, and report preparation. Prerequisite: MECH 310
Thermodynamics I.
MECH 412 Heat Transfer [3 cr.]>
The course seeks to impart a understanding of fundamental concepts and laws of conduction,
convection and radiation heat transfer and their application to the solution of engineering
thermal problems. The course covers steady and transient heat conduction. Extended surfaces.
Numerical simulations of conduction in one and two-dimensional problems. External and
internal forced convection of laminar and turbulent flows. Natural convection. Heat exchanger
principles. Thermal radiation, view factors and radiation exchange between diffuse and gray
surfaces. The use of Matlab is integrated into the homework assignments. Prerequisite: MECH
314: Introduction to Fluid Engineering.
MECH 414 Thermodynamics II [3 cr.]>
A course investigating the availability and work potential of systems; irreversibility; second law
efficiency; availability; gas mixtures; air conditioning; chemical reactions; high speed flow;
nozzles and diffusers; environmental, economic, and social implications. Prerequisites: MECH
310 and CHEM 202.
MECH 420 Mechanical Design II [3 cr.]>
This is an introductory course in machine design in which one learns how to determine the
structural integrity of common machine components and to apply this knowledge within the
context of machine design problems. Mechanical elements such as shafts, bearings, springs,
welding joints and fasteners are studied with emphasis on their behavior under both static and
fatigue loading. Prerequisites: MECH 320: Mechanics of Materials and MECH 340: Engineering
Materials.
MECH 421 Manufacturing Processes I [2.1, 3 cr.]>
A course covering traditional material removal processes (machining and abrasion), CNC
machining, as well as non-traditional material removal processes (EDM, ECM, thermal cutting,
etc.); the science behind these technologies; assembly processes such as welding, brazing,
soldering, and fastening are also covered. The course emphasizes process capabilities and
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limitations, relative cost, and guidelines for process selection; and design for manufacturing
guidelines. This course contains hands-on exercises in a machine shop environment.
Prerequisite: MECH 320: Mechanics of Materials and MECH 340: Engineering Materials.
MECH 430 / CHEN 351 Instrumentation and Measurements [2.1; 3 cr.]>
A course on the general concepts of measurement systems; classification of sensors and
sensor types; interfacing concepts; data acquisition, manipulation, transmission, and
recording; introduction to LabVIEW; application; team project on design, and implementation
of a measuring device. Prerequisites: Phys 211 and EECE 312.
MECH 431 Control Systems [2 cr.]>
A course that involves modeling of mechanical, electrical, and magnetic systems; Laplace
transform; transfer function and block diagrams, time domain analyses; root-locus, frequencydomain methods; stability analysis; sensitivity analysis; design of PID controllers and dynamic
compensators via the root locus and frequency methods; state-space design methods; handson applications. Prerequisites: EECE 210, Mech 430: Instrumentation and Measurements, and
Mech 432: Dynamic Systems Analysis.
MECH 431l Control Systems Laboratory [1 cr.]>
This course involves a series of hands-on experiments on modeling and design of control
systems using Matlab, Simulink and Labview. The course also includes a team project. Corequisite: MECH 431.
MECH 432 Dynamic Systems Analysis [2 cr.]>
A course introducing dynamic modeling and analysis of mechanical electrical, thermal and fluid
systems. The course integrates software to test and analyse the modeled systems. Prerequisites: PHYS 211 and EECE 312.
MECH 500 Approved Experience [0 cr.]>
An eight week professional training course in mechanical engineering.
MECH 501 Final Year Project I [1 cr.]>
A supervised project in groups of normally three students aimed at providing practical
experience in some design aspects of mechanical engineering. Students are expected to
complete a literature survey, to critically analyze the design, and to acquire the necessary
material needed for their intended end product. Prerequisite: discretion of advisor.
MECH 502 Final Year Project II [4 cr.]>
A course in which the student integrates his/her acquired knowledge to deliver the product
researched and planned in MECH 501. Prerequisite: MECH 501.
MECH 503 Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering [3 cr.]
MECH 510 Design of Thermal Systems [2.1; 3 cr.]>
The course seeks to develop in students the ability to integrate rate mechanisms (h.k., heat
transfer and fluid dynamics) into thermodynamic system modeling and analyses and provide
design opportunities through open-ended problems with explicit considerations of engineering
economics, optimization, environmental impact, ethical concerns, manufacturability and
sustainability. Teamwork experience and communication skills are highly stressed. The
students will gain some hands-on experience with the tools of investigation used for thermal
and fluid systems and learn how to approach and solve problems typically encountered in
engineering experimental work. Prerequisites: MECH 311, MECH 411 and MECH 412
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MECH 511 Intermediate Fluid Mechanics [3 cr.]>

A course that deals with potential flow and boundary layer analysis, lift and drag, flow
separation, the use of computational techniques to solve boundary layer problems, viscous
internal channel flow and lubrication theory, one-dimensional compressible flow in nozzles and
ducts, normal shock waves and channel flow with friction or heat transfer, fluid machinery
including pumps and hydraulic turbines. Prerequisites: MECH 314 and MECH 412.
MECH 512 Internal Combustion Engines [2.1; 3 cr.]>
A course that examines the fundamentals of internal combustion engine design and operation,
with emphasis on fluid/thermal processes. Topics include analysis of the respiration,
combustion, and pollutant formation processes, heat transfer and friction phenomena, engine
types and performance parameters, thermo-chemistry of fuel-air mixtures, the use of engine
cycle models for performance predictions, and social implications of motorization. Pre- or corequisites: CHEM 202, MECH 414, and MECH 430.
MECH 513 Air Conditioning [3 cr.]>
A course on human thermal comfort and indoor air quality; solar radiation; heating and cooling
load calculations in buildings; air conditioning systems; air and water distribution systems;
computer-based calculations. Prerequisite: MECH 412.
MECH 514 Gas Turbines [3 cr.]>
A course that introduces the thermodynamic and aerodynamic theory forming the basis of gas
turbine design: shaft power cycles, gas turbine cycles for aircraft propulsion, turbofan and
turbojet engines, design and analysis of centrifugal and axial flow compressors and turbines.
Prerequisites: MECH 314 and MECH 414.
MECH 515 Steam Turbines [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with impulse and reaction steam turbines, steam turbine cycles, flow of
steam in nozzles, design aspects of turbines stage losses and efficiency, velocity diagrams, and
impulse and reaction blading velocities, nucleation, condensation, and two-phase phenomena
in flowing steam, boiler room and its various equipment, the complete steam power plants,
governors, electric generator, and power transmission lines. Pre- or co-requisites: MECH 314
and MECH 414.
MECH 516 Aerodynamics [3 cr.]>
A course on theoretical and empirical methods for calculating the loads on airfoils and finite
wings by application of classical potential theory, thin airfoil approximations, lifting line theory,
and panel methods, wings and airplanes, application of linearized supersonic flow to
supersonic airfoils, performance and constraint analysis, longitudinal stability and control. Preor co-requisites: MECH 314 and MECH 414.
MECH 518 Environmental Challenges in Managing Ozone Depleting Substances [3 cr.]
Introduction to environmental issues related to engineering. Review of selected multilateral
agreements and, in particular, review of the Montreal Protocol with emphasis on compliance
strategies and discussion of the current status of ozone depleting substances [ODS]. Available
technologies that work best now and a look to future technologies and alternatives.
Applications are related to fire fighting, aerosols, solvents, foams and pesticides.
Management of ODS programs, good practices and safety issues. Prerequisite: MECH 310 or
equivalent.
MECH 519 Compressible Flow [3 cr.]
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The objective of the course is to impart an understanding of the fundamental principles of

steady and unsteady one-dimensional gas flow. The course covers the behavior of homenergic
and homentropic flow, develops an understanding of normal shock waves and homenergic flow
in nozzles, shows how to analyze frictional homenergic flow in a constant-area duct and
frictionless diabatic flow in a constant-area duct, discusses the fundamental behavior of onedimensional unsteady flow of a perfect gas, and shows how to draw skeleton wave diagrams of
wave processes. Prerequisite: MECH 310, MECH 314
MECH 520 Mechanical Design II [3 cr.]>
This is an advanced course in mechanical design. Students taking this course are expected to
have a firm grasp in the fundamentals of failure theories. This course proposes the methods for
designing and selecting components such as gears, belts, clutches, brakes, flywheels, and
journal bearings. A design project using a finite element package is emphasized. Prerequisites:
MECH 332 and MECH 420.
MECH 521 Manufacturing Processes II [2.1; 3 cr.]>
A course on heat treatments, deformation, phase-change, and particulate consolidation
processing of metals; fabrication processing of non-metallic engineering materials such as
ceramics, polymers, and composites; emphasis on process capabilities and limitations, relative
cost, and guidelines for process selection; the behavior of materials under processing
conditions; design for manufacturing guidelines. This course emphasizes hands-on training
exercises. Prerequisite: MECH 340.
MECH 522 Mechanical CAD/CAE/CAM [3 cr.]>
The course gives students exposure to the realm of computer-aided design (CAD), computeraided engineering (CAE), and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). The course teaches the
students to harness the power of these powerful tools in the solution of various problems of
mechanical engineering. The course utilizes several commercially available software packages
but the emphasis is placed on Pro/Engineer. Prerequisites: MECH 320, MECH 420.
MECH 530 Mechatronics System Design [2.1; 3 cr.]>
A course that discusses mechatronics, data, numbering systems, architecture of the 8-bit
Motorola MC68HC11 microcontroller, assembly language programming, A/D and D/A
conversion, parallel I/O, programmable timer operation, interfacing sensors and actuators,
applications, a team project on design and implementation of a mechatronic system.
Prerequisites: EECE 312, MECH 430 and MECH 432.
MECH 531 Mechanical Vibrations [3 cr.]>
A course on free and forced response of non-damped and damped system; damping vibration
absorption; response of discrete multi-degree of freedom systems; modal analysis; vibration
measurement, case studies, vibration analysis with Matlab and Simulink. Prerequisite: MECH
230.
MECH 532 Dynamics and Applications [3 cr.]>
This course examines the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies moving in three dimensions.
Topics include Lagranges equations of motion for particles, rotations of rigid bodies, Euler
angles and parameters, kinematics of rigid bodies, and the Newton-Euler equations of motion
for rigid bodies. The course material will be illustrated with real-world examples such as
gyroscopes, spinning tops, vehicles, and satellites. Applications of the material range from
vehicle navigation to celestial mechanics, numerical simulations, and animations. Prerequisites: MECH 230.
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MECH 535 Fluid Power Systems [3 cr.]>

A technical course on the fundamentals of fluid power transmission and drive technology . It
familiarizes students with the main components, their design as well as static and dynamic
characteristics. By use of simulation the course will enable the students to design complex
fluid power systems. Prerequisite: MECH 314 and MECH 431.
MECH 540 Selection and Properties of Materials [3 cr.]>
A course that reviews the mechanical behavior of materials. Topics covered include structureproperty relationships in materials, continuum mechanics and tensor notation, theorems of
elastic, plastic, viscoelastic behavior of materials, elements of creep, fatigue, and fracture
mechanics. Prerequisite: MECH 340. Annually.
MECH 550 Computer Applications in Mechanical Engineering [3 cr.]>
A course dealing with the application of numerical techniques to the solution of a variety of
mechanical engineering problems involving systems of linear or non-linear algebraic
equations, systems of ordinary differential equations of the initial and boundary value types,
systems of ordinary differential equations, and partial differential equations of the parabolic,
elliptic, and hyperbolic types. Engineering applications are introduced through a number of
case study problems. Prerequisite: MATH 202 and MATH 251
AII.2>> graduate courses
MECH 600 Applied Reservoir Engineering 1 [3 cr.]>
This course introduces the concepts and principles needed to understand and to analyze
hydrocarbon reservoir fluid systems; defines (with the help of geological and petrophysical
principles) the size and contents of petroleum accumulations. Students will learn to organize
programs for systematically collecting, recording, and analyzing data describing fundamental
characteristics of individual well and reservoir performance (h.k. pressure, production, PVT
data). The course covers topics on: fundamental concepts of fluid distribution, porosity
distribution, trapping conditions; nature and type of primary drive mechanisms; production
rates, ultimate recoveries, and reserves of reservoirs; supplementary recovery schemes to
augment and improve primary recovery; economics analysis of developing and producing
reservoirs and conducting supplementary recovery operations. Pre-requite: MECH 314 or CIVE
340.
MECH 602 Energy Conservation and Utilization [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with methods for reduction of losses and gains from a building envelope,
energy conservation in cooling, heating, air-handling, and plumbing systems, energy
management program. Prerequisites: MECH 310 and MECH 412.
MECH 603 Solar Energy [3 cr.]>
A course discussing the fundamentals of solar radiation, collectors and concentrators, energy
storage, estimation and conversion formulas for solar radiation. Prerequisite: MECH 412.
MECH 604 Refrigeration [3 cr.]>
A course on fundamental concepts and principles, cold storage; functions and specifications of
refrigeration equipment, applications. Prerequisite: MECH 412.
MECH 606 Aerosol Dynamics [3 cr.]>
This course covers the physical and chemical principles that underlie the behavior of aerosols
collections of solid or liquid particles suspended in gases, such as clouds, smoke, and dustand the instruments used to measure them. Topics include: aerosol particle characterization,
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transport properties and phenomena in quiescent, laminar, and turbulent flows, gas- and
particle-particle interactions, and applications to human respiratory tract deposition and
atmospheric pollution. Prerequisites: MECH 314, MECH412, MECH414, or approval of
instructor.
MECH 607 Micro Flows Fundamentals and Applications [3 cr.]>
A course on theory and applications of micro flows, the continuum hypothesis and the various
flow regimes, shear and pressure driven micro flows, electrokinetically driven liquid micro
flows, compressibility effects of micro flow of gases, particulate flows in bio-applications,
modeling techniques, hybrid continuum-molecular methods, reduced order modeling of micro
flows in multi-physics micro flow applications, case studies in BioMEMS. Prerequisites: MECH
310, MECH 314, and MECH 412, or equivalent.
MECH 608 Applied Reservoir Engineering II [3 cr.]
This course introduces the advance concepts and principles needed to analyze hydrocarbon
reservoir fluid systems, and defines the size and contents of petroleum accumulation.
Students will learn to organize programs for collecting, recording, and analyze data describing
the advanced characteristics of individual well and reservoir performance. This course of
advanced reservoir engineering topics covers the concepts of fluid flow in porous medium,
fluid distribution, fluid displacement, fractional flow equation and Buckly-Leverete equation,
pressure draw-down and pressure buildup analysis, nature and type of primary, secondary and
tertiary recovery, water influx and prediction of water-flood behavior, and reservoir model
simulation and history matching. Prerequisite: MECH 600.
MECH 609 Experimental Methods in Fluid Dynamics [3 cr.]>
This course is aimed at introducing students to experimental methods used to measure fluid
flow quantities such as pressures, forces, and velocities. The course will start with an
introduction to what and why we measure, and to uncertainty analysis and measurement error
estimation. Some basic techniques for data reduction and data post-processing will be
introduced. The available fluid measurement methods will be surveyed briefly, with selected
applications. Emphasis will be on advance optical diagnostic techniques, namely particle
image velocimetry [PIV], and laser induced fluorescence [LIF]. The theoretical foundations of
these techniques will be established, and the discussion will extend to practical considerations
including software and hardware components. A few laboratory sessions will be incorporated
into the course to supplement the lectures, and will make use of the instruments available in
the ME department including the open circuit wind tunnel, and the PIV system. In addition to
the lectures and lab sessions, emphasis will be also on the available literature. Prior
knowledge of the basic principles of fluid mechanics and fluid systems is required. MATLAB
will be needed for course work. Pre-requisite: MECH 314.
MECH 619 Quality Control in Manufacturing Systems [3 cr.]>
The course covers the foundations of modern methods of quality control and improvement that
may be applied to manufacturing industries. It aims is to introduce students to the tools and
techniques of quality control used in industrial applications, and develop their ability to apply
the tools and techniques to develop solutions to industrial problems. Emphasis is given to the
application of quality management techniques to solve industrial case problems. The course
emphasizes the philosophy and fundamentals of quality control, the statistics foundations of
quality control, statistical process control, acceptance sampling, and product and process
design. Prerequisites: STAT 230 and MECH 421.
MECH 622 Modeling of Machining Processes and Machines[3 cr.]>
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A course that deals with the underlying principles of material fabrication; metal machining:
mechanics of cutting, materials, technology [tooling, CNC machining]; phase change
processes; deformation processes; Non-traditional processes. Prerequisite: MECH 421.
MECH 624 Mechanics of Composite Materials [3 cr.]>
A course on anisotropic elasticity and laminate theory, analysis of various members of
composite materials, energy methods, failure theories, and micromechanics. Materials and
fabrication processes are introduced. Prerequisites: MECH 320 or CIVE 310, and MECH 340 or
equivalent.
MECH 625 Fatigue of Materials [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with high cycle fatigue, low cycle fatigue, S-N curves, notched members,
fatigue crack growth, cycling loading, Manson-Coffin curves, damage estimation, creep and
damping. Prerequisite: MECH 320 or CIVE 310.
MECH 626 Metals and their Properties [3 cr.]>
A course that investigates ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, industrial equilibrium diagrams, heat
treatment of metals, surface properties of metals, plastic deformation of metals, elements of
fracture mechanics, process-structure-properties relations. Prerequisite: MECH 340.
MECH 627 Polymers and their Properties [3 cr.]>
A course on chemistry and nomenclature, polymerization and synthesis, characterization
techniques, physical properties of polymers, viscoelasticity and mechanical properties,
applications. Prerequisite: MECH 340.
MECH 628 Design of Mechanisms [3 cr.]>
A course involving graphical and analytical synthesis of single- and multi-loop linkage
mechanisms for motion, path, and function generation through 2-3-4- and 5 precision
positions, optimum synthesis of linkage mechanisms, synthesis of cam-follower mechanisms,
synthesis of gear trains. Prerequisite: MECH 332.
MECH 630 Finite Element Methods in Mechanical Engineering [3 cr.]>
A course on the classification of machine components, displacement-based formulation, line
elements and their applications in design of mechanical systems, isoparametric formulation,
plane stress, plane strain, axi-symmetric, and solid elements and their applications, modeling
considerations and error analysis, introduction to ALGOR general formulation and Galerkin
approach, analysis of field problems. Prerequisites:MECH 420 and MATH 251.
MECH 631 Micro Electro Mechanical Systems [MEMS] [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with materials for micro-sensors and micro-actuators, materials for microstructures, microfabrication techniques and processes for micromachining, computer-aided
design and development of MEMS, commercial MEMS structures and systems, packaging for
MEMS, future trends, and team project. Prerequisite: MECH 430.
MECH 633 Biomechanics [3 cr.]>
A course on the study of the biomechanical principles underlying the kinetics and kinematics
of normal and abnormal human motion. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between
biomechanical and physiologic factors (bone, joint, connective tissue, and muscle physiology
and structure) in skeleto-motor function and the application of such in testing and practice in
rehabilitation. The course is designed for senior level undergraduate/graduate engineering
students with no previous anatomy/physiology. Prerequisite: MECH 320 or CIVE 310, or
consent of instructor.
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MECH 634 Biomaterial and Medical Devices [3 cr.]>

Course that examines the structure-property relationships for biomaterials and the medical
applications of biomaterials and devices. The first part of the course focuses on the main
classes of biomaterials, metal, ceramic, polymeric, and composite implant materials, as well as
their interactions with the human body (biocompatibility). The second part of the course
examines the various applications of biomaterials and devices in different tissue and organ
systems such as orthopedic, cardiovascular, dermatology, and dental applications. Experts
from the medical community will also be invited to discuss the various applications.
Prerequisite: MECH 340 or consent of instructor.
MECH 641/EECE 661 Robotics [3 cr.]>
A course discussing concepts and sub-systems; robot architecture; mechanics of robots:
kinematics and kinetics; sensors and intelligence; actuators; trajectory planning or end
effector motion; motion and force control of manipulators; robot languages. Prerequisite:
MECH 431.
MECH 642 Computer Vision [3 cr.]>
An introductory course on the problems and solutions of modern computer vision. Topics
covered include image acquisition, sampling and quantisation; image segmentation;
geometric framework for vision: single view and two-views; camera calibration; stereopsis;
motion and optical flow; recognition; pose estimation in perspective images. Prerequisites:
MATH 202 and EECE 230.
MECH 643 Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines Engineering II [3 cr.]>
A course on sensors, sensor noise and sensor fusion, actuators, system models and
automated computer simulation, information, perception, and cognition, planning and control,
architecture, design, and development, team project. Prerequisites: MECH 340 and MECH 530.
MECH 644 Modal Analysis [3 cr.]>
A course reviewing MDOF system vibrations, frequency response functions, damping, mobility
measurement, curve fitting and modal parameter extraction, derivation of mathematical
models, laboratory experiments, and projects. Prerequisite: MECH 531.
MECH 645 Noise and Vibration Control [3 cr.]>
A course on fundamental concepts in noise and vibration, passive and active damping
strategies, damping materials, control methods, applications. Prerequisite: MECH 230, MATH
212, and MECH 531.
MECH 647 Hydraulic Servo Systems [3 cr.]>
A graduate lecture course which teaches the fundamentals of modeling and control of
hydraulic servo-systems. It provides theoretical background and practical techniques for the
modeling, identification and control of hydraulic servo-systems. Classical and advanced control
algorithms are discussed.The use of Matlab/Simulink and DYMOLA will be an integral part in
this course. Prerequisites: MECH 314 and MECH 431.
MECH 648 Nonlinear Systems: Analysis, Stability, and Control [3 cr.]>
This course presents a comprehensive exposition of the theory of nonlinear dynamical systems
and its control with particular emphasis on techniques applicable to mechanical systems. The
course will be punctuated by a rich set of mechanical systems examples, ranging from violin
strings vibration to jet engines, from heart beats to vehicle control, and from population
growth to nonlinear flight control. Prerequisite: MECH 431 or equivalent.
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MECH 660 Advanced Fluid Mechanics [3 cr.]>

A course that examines fundamental concepts and principles in addition to basic relations for
continuous fluids; Vorticity dynamics, Kelvin Helmholtz theorems; Navier-Stokes equations;
and turbulence and oscillating flows. Prerequisite: MECH 314.
MECH 663 Computational Fluid Dynamics [3 cr.]>
A course that deals with discretization process in fluid dynamics, numerical approaches and
applications, interactive and direct matrix methods, numerical implementation of turbulence
models. Prerequisites: MECH 314 and MECH 412.
MECH 665 Unsteady Gas Flow [3 cr.]>
A course examining equations of unsteady continuous adiabatic multidimensional flows,
unsteady continuous one-dimensional flow of a perfect gas with and without discontinuities,
applications, pressure exchangers. Prerequisite: MECH 414.
MECH 670 Laboratory for Renewable Energy in Buildings [2 cr.]>
A laboratory course that will investigate means of reducing building energy consumption first
through green building design, giving consideration to building orientation, thermal massing,
wind- and buoyancy- driven flows, urban heat island effects, and second, by retrofitting
existing buildings with energy saving materials and devices such as window films, solar water
heaters, and green roofs. This course is offered because in Lebanon and the region, electricity
consumption for building services accounts for a major portion of national energy use and
greenhouse gas emissions. Students will measure and compare effects of various designs and
retrofit interventions on the thermal performance, lighting and glare, and natural ventilation of
model-scale buildings, and characterize performance of devices used in green building design.
Lab assignments may vary by semester but will normally include mathematical modeling and
experimental measurement components organized around aspects of building
physics.Prerequisite: MECH 430.
MECH 671 Renewable Energy Potential, Technology, and Utilization in Buildings [3 cr.]>
A course that covers the principles and utilization of solar ( Thermal and photovoltaic ), wind,
and geothermal energy, as well as energy from biomass. Issues relevant to energy efficiency
and energy storage are discussed ( heat and power store and bio-tanks ). The course
distinguishes between energy sources for large-scale, industrial/commercial settings and
those intended for smaller structures. The potential of using renewable energy technologies as
a complement to and, to the extent and non-renewable energy technologies in hybrid systems
are analyzed. Design aspects of active, passive, wind, bio-energy, and photovoltaic energy
conversion systems for buildings; and strategies for enhancing the future use of renewable
energy resources are presented. The course will include several demonstrations of concept
experiments. Prerequisite: MECH 310. Students cannot receive credit for both MECH 671 and
EECE 675.
MECH 672 Modeling Energy Systems [3 cr.]>
A course that covers indoor space thermal models. The course also deals with the analysis and
modeling of building energy systems involving applications of thermodynamics, economics,
heat transfer, fluid flow and optimization. The use of modern computational tools to model
thermal performance characteristics of components of HVAC systems including chillers,
recovery systems, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, fans, duct systems, piping systems and
pumps. The course will use modern simulation tools extensively. Prerequisite: MECH 310.
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MECH 673 Energy Efficient Buildings with Good Indoor Air Quality [3 cr.]>
The course covers energy consumption standards and codes in buildings; energy conservation
measures in built in environment to enhance the buildings energy efficiency while maintaining
space thermal comfort and indoor air quality requirement; fundamental ventilation, indoor-airquality, infiltration natural and mechanical ventilation, importance and impact of indoor air
quality on human health and energy performance of the building air conditioning system; and
ASHRAE requirement for ventilation. Particular focus will be given to green energy alternative
measures. An overview of the different heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
designs is covered. Performance and energy consumption of the conventional air conditioning
system (constant and variable air volume) as well as the hybrid integrated air conditioning
systems will be discussed and compared. The course will include several demonstrations of
concept experiments. Prerequisite: MECH 310.
MECH 674 Energy Economics and Policy [3 cr.]>
A course that aims at developing an understanding of practical analytical skills of energy
economics and planning approaches taking into account the cost of impact on the
environment. This course will cover fundamental concepts of economic issues and theories
related to energy, such as economics of natural and energy resources, aggregate supply and
demand analysis, and the interrelationship between energy, economics, and the environment
as well as some important issues in energy and environment planning and policy. It will explore
the terminology, conventions, procedures and policy issues, including energy security, global
warming, regulations of energy industries, energy research and development, and energy
technology commercialization. Prerequisite: ENMG 400. Students cannot receive credit for
both MECH 674 and ECON 333.
MECH 675 Building Energy Management Systems [3 cr.]>
A course that provides an opportunity for students to explore topics in energy management
systems and management strategies for new and existing buildings; energy use in buildings;
energy systems analysis and methods for evaluating the energy system efficiency; energy
audit programs and practices for buildings and facilities; initiating energy management
programs; guidelines for methods of reducing energy usage in each area in buildings;
conservation of the energy in the planning, design, installation, utilization, maintenance;
control and automation of the mechanical systems in existing and new buildings; air
conditioning and ventilation systems in the buildings; assessment and optimization of energy
control strategies; prediction methods of economic and environmental impact of implemented
control strategies and indoor settings. Prerequisite: MECH 310 and MECH 412.
MECH 676 Passive Building Design [3 cr.]>
A course that centers on issues surrounding the integration of sustainable and passive design
principles into conceptual and practical building design. Topics will include: solar geometry,
climate/regional limitations, natural lighting, passive design and sustainability initiatives,
insulating and energy storing material, and bioclimatic design and concepts. Case studies will
be used extensively as a vehicle to discuss the success/failure of ideas and their physical
applications. The course will focus on the use of energy auditing/modeling methods as means
to both design and evaluate the relative greenness of buildings, as well as to understand the
global implications of sustainable buildings. The course will include several demonstrations of
MECH 677 Heat Pumps [3 cr.]>
A course that focuses on heat pumps in low energy and passive buildings as well as ground
source heat pump fundamentals, loop systems, open systems, soil/rock classification and
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conductivity, grouting procedures, and performance of ground source heat pumps in housing
units; water loop heat pumps, inside building, bore holes, design and optimization of heat
pump plants, including heat sources for such plants, and cost effective design options will also
be considered. The course includes study visits and seminars given by industry experts.
MECH 674 Energy Economics and Policy [3 cr.]>
A course that aims at developing an understanding of practical analytical skills of energy
economics and planning approaches taking into account the cost of impact on the
environment. This course will cover fundamental concepts of economic issues and theories
related to energy, such as economics of natural and energy resources, aggregate supply and
demand analysis, and the interrelationship between energy, economics and the environment
as well as some important issues in energy policy. The course will also demonstrate the use of
economic tools for decision making in energy and environment planning and policy. It will
explore the terminology, conventions, procedures and planning policy applications. It will also
cover a number of contemporary energy and environmental policy issues, including energy
security, global warming, regulations of energy industries, energy research and development,
and energy technology commercialization. Prerequisite: ENGM 400. Students cannot receive
credit for both MECH 674 and ECON 333.
MECH 675 Building Energy Management Systems [3 cr.]>
A course that provides an opportunity for students to explore topics in energy management
systems and management strategies for new and existing buildings; energy use in buildings;
energy systems analysis and methods for evaluating the energy system efficiency; energy
audit programs and practices for buildings and facilities; initiating energy management
programs; guidelines for methods of reducing energy usage in each area in buildings;
conservation of the energy in the planning, design, installation, utilization, maintenance;
control and automation of the mechanical systems in existing and new buildings; air
conditioning and ventilation systems in buildings; assessment and optimization of energy
control strategies; prediction methods of economic and environmental impact of implemented
control strategies and indoor settings. Prerequisites: MECH 310 and MECH 412.
MECH 676 Passive Building Design [3 cr.]>
A course that centers on issues surrounding the integration of sustainable and passive design
principles into conceptual and practical building design. Topics will include: solar geometry,
climate/regional limitations, natural lighting, passive design and sustainability initiatives,
insulating and energy storing material, and bioclimatic design and concepts. Case studies will
be used extensively as a vehicle to discuss the success/failure of ideas and their physical
applications. The course will focus on the use of energy auditing/modeling methods as means
to both design and evaluate the relative greenness of buildings, as well as to understand the
global implications of sustainable buildings. The course will include several demonstrations of
MECH 677 Heat Pumps [3 cr.]>
A course that focuses on heat pumps in low energy and passive buildings as well as ground
source heat pump fundamentals, loop systems, open systems, soil/rock classification and
conductivity, grouting procedures, and performance of ground source heat pumps in housing
units; water loop heat pumps, inside the building, bore holes, design and optimization of heat
pump plants, including heat sources for such plants, and cost effective design options will also
be considered. The course includes study visits and seminars given by industry experts.
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MECH 678 Solar Electricity [3 cr.]>

A course that focuses on the solar cell: photo generation of current, characteristic currentvoltage ( I-V )curve, equivalent circuit, effect of illumination intensity and temperature: the
Photovoltaic ( PV ) generator: characteristic I-V curve of a PV generator, the PV module,
connections of modules, support, safeguards, shadowing; the PV system: batteries, power
conditioning. PV Systems: grid - connected and stand-alone systems, economics and sizing,
reliability, applications; and manufacturing:preparation of crystalline silicon wafers, formation
of contacts, coatings, construction of modules. The course will include several demonstrations
of concept experiments. Prerequisite: EECE 210.
MECH 679 Energy Audit Lab [2 cr.]>
A course designed to give the students hands-on experience with carrying out energy audit
measurements and studies on buildings to identify possible savings through selected energy
conservation measures. Students will carry out measurements to investigate ventilation, air
conditioning equipment, lighting and other office and lab equipment. Students will then be
introduced to visual DOE or E-Quest to perform energy simulation of buildings . Such tools will
then be used to carry out a full building simulation taking into consideration occupancy data,
equipment, lights, and building envelope. A base case of energy usage will thus be established
and energy conservation is then applied to deduce possible savings and their economic value.
Pre-or co-requisite: MECH 672.
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AIII.1>> chemical engineering required courses

CHEN 200 Introduction to Chemical Engineering [3 cr.]>
This course is an introduction to the most important processes employed by the chemical
industries, such as plastics, pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical and biochemical. Major
emphasis is on formulating and solving material and energy balances for simple and complex
systems. Equilibrium concepts for chemical process systems are developed and applied.
Computer software is utilised extensively. The course activities include guest speakers and
plant trips.
CHEN 310 Transport Phenomena Lab [2 cr.]>
This lab includes experimentation in thermodynamics and heat, mass, and momentum
transport on a bench scale; and measurement error estimation and analysis.
CHEN 311/MECH 314 Introduction to Fluids Engineering [3 cr.]>
An introductory course on fluid behavior emphasizing conservation of mass, momentum,
energy and dimensional analysis; study of fluid motion in terms of the velocity field, fluid
acceleration, the pressure field, and the viscous effects; applications of Bernoullis equation,
Navier-Stokes, and modeling; flow in ducts, potential flows, and boundary layer flows.
CHEN 312 Separation Processes [3 cr.]>
This course includes the design of industrial separation equipment using both analytical and
graphical methods; equilibrium based design techniques for single and multiple stages in
distillation, absorption/stripping, and liquid-liquid extraction are employed; and an
introduction to gas-solid and solid-liquid systems is presented as well. Mass transfer
considerations are included in efficiency calculations and design procedures for packed
absorption towers, membrane separations, and adsorption. Ion exchange and chromatography
are discussed. The role of solution thermodynamics and the methods of estimating or
calculating thermodynamic properties are also studied. Degrees of freedom analyses are
threaded throughout the course as well as the appropriate use of software. Prerequisites:
MECH 310 and MATH 202.
CHEN 314 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics [3 cr.]>
This course covers the applications of thermodynamics to pure and mixed fluids; and to phase
equilibria and chemical reaction equilibria. Prerequisite: MECH 310.
CHEN 351/MECH430 Instrumentation and Measurements [2.1;3 cr.]>
CHEN 400 Approved Experience [0 cr.]>
This is an eight-week professional training course in chemical engineering for BS students.
CHEN 401 Final Year Project ( for students in the BS Program) [3 cr.]>
The Final Year Project provides collaborative design experiences with a problem of industrial or
societal significance. Projects can originate with an industrial sponsor, from an engineering
project on campus, or from other industrial or academic sources. In all cases, a project is a
capstone experience that draws extensively from the students engineering and scientific
background and requires independent judgements and actions. The projects generally involve
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a number of unit operations, a detailed economic analysis, simulation, use of industrial

economic and process software packages, and experimentation and/or prototype
construction. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 410 Unit Operations Lab [3 cr.]>
This laboratory introduces students to basic concepts, experimental techniques and
calculation procedures in unit operations. Experiments include fluid dynamics, heat exchange
(pilot-scale units designed to study air-solid, steam-water, water-water heat transfer), cooling
towers, gas absorption, solvent extraction, ultrafiltration of hemoglobin solutions in water,
chemical reactions (to study stoichiometry and kinetics of batch reactions in the liquid phase),
drying of solid materials, and distillation. Some reaction kinetics experiments and flow pattern
in industrial process equipment are also included. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 411 Heat and Mass Transfer Operations [3 cr.]>
The course covers heat conduction, convection, and radiation; general differential equations
for energy transfer; conductive and convective heat transfer; radiation heat transfer; process
heat exchangers molecular, convective and interface mass transfer; the differential equation
for mass transfer; steady state molecular diffusion and film theory; convective mass transfer
correlations; and mass transfer equipment. Prerequisite: MECH 310.
CHEN 417 Kinetics and Reactor Design I [3 cr.]>
This course covers the fundamentals of chemical reaction engineering; rate laws, kinetics, and
mechanisms of homogeneous and heterogeneous reaction; analysis of rate data; diffusion
limitations; and the design of industrial reactors. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 451 Process Control [2 cr.]>
This course covers the development of deterministic and non-deterministic models for physical
systems, engineering applications, and simulation tools for case studies and projects.
Prerequisite: CHEN 312.
CHEN 451L Process Control Lab [1 cr.]>
Laboratory Experiments demonstrating the principles covered in the process dynamic and
control course CHEN 451. These include temperature, temperature flow, and concentration
measuring devices, and process control simulation for typical chemical plants. Prerequisite:
CHEN 312.
CHEN 470 Chemical Process Design [3 cr.]>
This course is an integration of material from other chemical engineering courses with
applications to the design of plants and processes representative of the chemical and related
process industries; basic concepts and methodology for making rational decisions; and the
implementation of real engineering projects and comparing alternatives. Prerequisite: approval
of instructor.
CHEN 480 Safety and Loss Prevention [3 cr.]>
Topics covered in this class include: history of health and safety; causes and effects of loss;
policy development; loss control and health basics; emergency preparedness and standards;
hazard identification; safe process design; inspection and investigation processes;
measurement, evaluation and audits of OH & S program element; ligislation, HAZOP & HAZAN.
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CHEN 500 Approved Experience [1 cr.]>

This is an eight week training course in chemical engineering for students enrolled in the BE
program.
CHEN 501 Final Year Project I [2 cr.]>
The Final Year Project provides collaborative design experiences with a problem of industrial or
societal significance. Projects can originate with an industrial sponsor or from other industrial
or academic sources. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 502 Final Year Project II [3 cr.]>
This course will be a continuation of CHEN 501 where the student will employ his/her acquired
knowledge to investigate the design of overall processes, detailed design of individual unit
operations, economic analysis and to use industrial economic and process software packages,
experimentation and/ or prototype construction integrating safety and environmental issues to
produce the final optimized design and / or product. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 517 Kinetics and Reactor Design II [3 cr.]>
This course covers reaction kinetics; heterogeneous catalytic reactions; transport processes
with fluid-solid heterogeneous reactions; noncatalytic gas-solid reactions; catalyst
deactivation; gas-liquid reactions.Prerequisite: CHEN 417
CHEN 531 Principles of Corrosion [3 cr.]>
This course includes the application of electrochemical principles, corrosion reactions,
passivation, cathodic and anodic protection, stress corrosion, and high-temperature oxidation.
CHEN 570 Process Synthesis and Optimization [3 cr.]>
an introduction to the design and synthesis for the large scale production and processing of
materials such as water, chemicals, petroleum products, food, drugs and wastes.The course
introduces principles of optimization: continuous, linear and non-linear, and mixed-integer
linear and non-linear problems.Applications to heat exchanger network synthesis, energy
systems design, distillation and separation systems selection and optimization and design
under uncertainty. Prerequisite: MATH 251 and CHEN 470.
CHEN 671 Chemical Product Design [3 cr.]>
This course covers the application of the design process to products based on chemical
technology. It covers the entire design process from initial identification of product needs, to
the generation and selection of product ideas, and culminates in the manufacture of a new
product. Prerequisite: CHEN 470.
AIII.2>> Chemical Engineering Technical Electives

CHEN 413 Water and Waste Treatment [3 cr.]>
A course that examines the quality and treatment methods of water and wastewater; testing
for physical, chemical, and biological parameters. Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 490 Fundamentals of Petroleum Engineering [3 cr.]>
This course introduces the integrated view of Petroleum Engineering, and presents the nature
of petroleum: chemical composition, properties of liquid petroleum and natural gas; defines
the concept of exploration methods (geological and geophysical); drilling and well completion
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operations; reservoir fluids, rock properties, coring and core analysis; well logging, and
formation damage.
CHEN 511 Transport Phenomena [3 cr.]>
This course covers the applications of the principles of momentum, heat and mass transfer to
steady state and transient problems; molecular concepts; transport in turbulent flow;
boundary layer theory; and numerical applications. Prerequisite: CHEN 312.
CHEN 612 Desalination [3 cr.]>

This course will survey the commonly used thermal and membrane based desalination
technologies. Fundamental thermodynamic and transport processes which govern desalination
will be developed. Environmental, sustainability and economic factors which may influence the
performance, affordability and more wide-spread use of desalination systems for fresh water
production and reuse will be highlighted. Renewable energy technologies coupled with
desalination processes will be reviewed. A team based student project will be assigned to
design a reverse osmosis membrane desalination plant (brackish water, seawater, or treated
sewage effluent) using conventional or alternative energy sources. Prerequisite: CHEN 411 and
MECH 310.
CHEN 613 Membrane Separation Processes [3 cr.]>
The course will provide a general introduction to membrane science and technology: transport
machanisms, membrane preparation and boundary layer effects. The course will also cover the
various types of membranes used in industry: microfiltration, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis,
electro-dialysis and pervaporation. Prerequisite: CHEN 312.
CHEN 614 Environmental Engineering Separation Processes [3 cr.]>
This course includes a discussion of the unit operations associated with environmental
engineering separation processes of solid-liquid, liquid-liquid, and gas-liquid systems; general
use, principles of operation and design procedures for specific types of equipment.
Prerequisite: approval of instructor.
CHEN 617 Chemical Reactor Analysis and Design [3 cr.]>
This course covers design for optimum selectivity; stability and transient behavior of the mixed
flow reactor; non ideal flow and balance models; fixed and fluidized bed reactors; and
multiphase flow reactors. Prerequisite: CHEN 417.
CHEN 618 Colloid and Interface Science [3 cr.]>
This is a first course in colloid and interface science. The repulsive and attractive forces at
interfaces are described along with the dynamics of the interfaces. Topics include the stability
of macroemulsions, the formulation and properties of microemulsions, and surface metalsupport interactions of catalysts. Prerequisites: CHEN 312 and CHEN 417.
CHEN 651 Advanced Process Control [3 cr.]>
This course covers the mathematical modeling and computer simulation of process dynamics
and control. Prerequisite: CHEN 451 and 451L.
CHEN 672 Polymer Science [3 cr.]>

This course is a broad technical overview of the nature of synthetic macromolecules, including
the formation of polymers and their structure, structure-property relationships, polymer
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characterization and processing, and applications of polymers. The course tends to focus on
thermoplastic polymers and elastomers. Prerequisite: MECH 340.
CHEN 673 Engineering of Drug Delivery Systems [3 cr.]>
This course focuses on recent advances in the development of novel drug delivery systems.
The fundamentals of drug delivery are discussed. Various strategies to tune and control the
release of active agents for optimized therapeutic outcomes are explored. The course covers
polymers and techniques used to produce drug nanoparticles, with specific examples of
nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems. Prerequisite: MECH 310, CHEN 411 and CHEM 204.
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appendix iv>> requirements and procedures for MECH 500 approved

experience
The information and guidelines described in this section pertain to the Summer Training
Internship program [Approved Experience] which you must undergo and pass, normally in the
summer preceding your last year, in partial fulfilment of the graduation requirements. You are
required to abide strictly by the regulations and deadlines indicated in this document, in order
to successfully pass the course. This document and relevant training forms are available on the
website of the department under resources [www.aub.edu.lb/fea/me ].
aiv.1>> general
To qualify for the degree of Bachelor of Engineering, you are expected to work eight full weeks
at a recognised firm, in Lebanon or abroad, in a capacity which ensures that you apply your
knowledge and acquire professional experience in the field of mechanical engineering.
aiv.2>> securing a training Position
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have secured a training offer. The department and
faculty will assist you to find an internship, mainly through the FEA Career Development
Center, with which you should stay in close contact. The Center is well connected with
employers and keeps track of job and training offers. It also handles the IAESTE training
exchange program through which selected international offers are obtained and assigned to
students on a competitive basis. You should report any problems related to finding an
internship to your academic advisor as soon as it arises.
aiv.3>> registration
You must register and pay tuition for MECH 500 Approved Experience [no credit]. Your
statement of fees must be withdrawn and tuition paid in accordance with the schedule
announced for the summer term by the University Registrar.
aiv.4>> after you begin your internship
You should maintain a highly professional attitude and behavior at work. Punctuality and
attendance at the required working hours are essential. Good relations with your supervisors,
as well as with people working with you, should be one of your major concerns. Consideration
for fellow workers, and for materials around you, is important in projecting a professional
attitude. Always remember that you are representing AUB, FEA, and your department during
the training and it is expected that you will carry your duties responsibly. Also, make sure to
keep notes regularly on all information relating to your training, preferably using a daily log
book, which you will use as a basis for writing the required reports, as described later. In the
event that, for unfortunate reasons, any problem arises during the training, you will need to
contact the department promptly and explain. If the type of work assigned to you does not
meet the training objectives, you should report to the department for advice and resolution.
aiv.5>> training file and deliverables
Each student is responsible for maintaining an individual training file at the department and
completing it in order for the evaluation of your Approved Experience to be performed. Your file
will be considered complete only after submission of the Final Training Report. Deliverables
and timeline for submissions are outlined below:
1> Proposal of Approved Experience form, to be completed after you secure a summer
training offer and before the end of the preceding spring term. [Form AE Appendix VIII]
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appendix vi>> Approved Experience
2> Notice of Arrival form, to be sent promptly during the first week of your training [Form
AE Appendix VIII]
3> Interim Training Report, to be sent at the end of the fourth week of training, and
should include a progress account of your work. A minimum of a four-page doublespaced report is expected.
4> Letter from Employer, to be attached or included in the Final Training Report. It is the
students responsibility to request this letter of evaluation from his/her employer at the
end of the training.
5> Final Training Report, to be submitted to the department no later than the end of
second week of classes of the fall term following the training.
You are requested to send the Notice of Arrival and Interim Training Report by hand, by regular
mail or by e-mail to the department address. You are also requested to keep duplicates of all
your training file documents and any relevant communication with the department.
aiv.6>> presentation
Soon after the training files are completed, sessions will be scheduled for students to present
their work. The presentation should be concise [10 minutes maximum], and briefly describe the
experience gained, using visual multi-media tools. An electronic copy of the presentation will
be kept in the department for future reference.
aiv.7>> evaluation
Your Approved Experience will be evaluated with a Pass or Fail grade based on the following
criteria:
1> Completion of the training file as described above.
2> Evaluation of the quality and relevance of the professional experience acquired.
3> Satisfactory Interim and Final Training Reports. You may be requested to revise or
repeat your reports in cases where they do not meet department expectations. The Final
Training Report content and format are described later.
4> An acceptable Letter from the Employer. The letter should reflect a performance and
attitude deemed worthy by the employer.
5> Suitable presentation with proper verbal communication and organisation.
Outstanding reports and presentations will be acknowledged and made available as exemplar
sample models for future years.
aiv.8>> final training report
general>
The Final Training Report should cover all your Approved Experience activities.
It must clearly reflect the type of work and activities actually carried out by you, and must
describe the technical experience gained. The report should be professional in style and
content. You should do your best to organize the relevant material, to write concisely, and to
support your statements. You are also urged to check layout consistency, grammar, and
spelling. Each student must write a report independently, even if two or more students are
assigned to the same job.
style and format>
1> The report should be typed in double-space format, with proper set-backs and
margins. All pages should be numbered. Only design and calculation sheets may be
hand-written, with samples included in an appendix.
2> All sources of information should be referenced in the text of the report, with
references listed in a dedicated section at the end.
3> Personalisation and story telling should be avoided. Incidents or happenings in the
firm should not be reported unless strictly relevant to the training experience.
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appendix vi>> Approved Experience
4> Tables, figures, and pictures should be properly labelled.

content and organization>
1> Cover page with course name and number, author, training term, and report date.
2> Summary sheet including relevant training information. [Form AE Appendix III]
3> Letter from the employer, to be attached or included.
4> Table of contents.
5> List of tables, figures, and pictures.
6> Introduction section outlining the various projects and the position and type of work
that you were entrusted to carry out.
7> Core content detailing the various stages of the training on a project basis. The report
should describe all the technical and administrative activities performed. This section
should not normally exceed 20 pages in length. Relevant tables and descriptive figures
or pictures are encouraged, but should not be excessive. Samples of the plans or design
and calculation sheets can only be included in an appendix section and must be
properly referenced in the text. Materials photocopied or duplicated from the companys
previous proposals or reports should not be included.
8> Conclusion section discussing the benefits acquired from the training experience and
the ways in which it enriched the knowledge of the trainee. Any deficiencies of the
trainee in his/her education and suggestions for improvements of the training program
should also be mentioned.
9> List of references.
10> Appendices listing all support material such as: a brief introduction about the
hosting firm, its management and administrative structure; sample plans or drawings;
technical documents and literature; design and calculation sheets; and other relevant
material. This section should not normally exceed 20 pages in length.
aiv.9>> contact address
All correspondence, forms, and reports should be addressed to:
Chairperson, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
American University of Beirut
P.O. Box 11-0236
Beirut, Republic of Lebanon
E-mail: mefea@aub.edu.lb
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appendix v>> Team Projects
All team-based design projects should contain:

1>> A list of the design constraints that need to be addressed by the students. The constraints
included should be detailed and specific to the project at hand, not generic.
For example:
The elevator brake design must incorporate at least two safety redundancies in the event
that the primary mechanism fails.
The bill of materials required of the final design must cost less than $300 when purchased
over-the-counter in Beirut at the time of the projects completion.
At least 50% of the mass of the vehicle must be derived from recycled materials.
2>> The domains of expertise and responsibilities in the execution of the project must be
defined for each team member.
Design projects inevitably require expertise from more than one domain or discipline (e.g.,
mechanics, heat transfer, vibrations, biology, ergonomics, numerical methods, chemistry,
marketing, etc). This is essentially different from having a group of students work on a multidisciplinary project without specific assigned roles.
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appendix vi>> reference phone numbers
> Prof. Marwan Darwish
3595
> ME Department
3590/1
> Prof. Nesreen Ghaddar
3594/2513
> FEA Deans Office
3400
> Prof. Fadl Moukalled
3406
> Mechanical Eng. Labs
3626
> Prof. Kamel Boughali
3438
> Engineering Shops
3650
> Prof. Ramsey Hamade
3481
> Engineering Library
2630/2633
> Prof. Albert Kuran
3473
> Registrar
2570
> Prof. Alan Shihadeh
3465
> Admissions
2590
> Prof. Daniel Asmar
3427
> Protection
2400
> Prof. Issam Lakkis
3636
> Student Affairs
3170
> Prof. Matthias Liermann
3497
> Prof. Ghanem Oweis
3596
> Prof. Mutassem Shehadeh
3484
> Prof. Elie Shammas
3546
> Prof. Mahmoud Al-Hindi
3433
> Prof. Fouad Azizi
3439
> Prof. Joseph Zeaiter
3548
> Prof. Walid Saad
3545
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appendix vii>> asme code of ethics
The following is the American Society of Mechanical Engineers [ASME] Code of Ethics of
Engineers:
AIV.1>> the fundamental principles
Engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honour, and dignity of the engineering profession
by:
i> Using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare;
ii> Being honest and impartial, and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and
clients; and
iii> Striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession.
AIV.2>> the fundamental canons
1> Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public in the
performance of their professional duties.
2> Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence.
3> Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers
and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers
under their supervision.
4> Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful
agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.
5> Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and
shall not compete unfairly with others.
6> Engineers shall associate only with reputable persons or organisations.
7> Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
8> Engineers shall consider environmental impact in the performance of their
professional duties.
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appendix viii>> forms

mech 500 - approved experience
proposal of approved experience
Form to be completed and submitted to the department after securing a training offer, and before the end of the
Spring Term. The form is part of the training file.
Form to b
training.
1Z Name of s
1Z Name of student:
2Z Departme
2Z Department and Class:
3Z Date of st
3Z Name and address of proposed firm:
4Z Proposed
5Z Name and
4Z Name and address of contact person in firm who offered the training position:
6Z Name and
5Z Proposed period of training:
From:
Till:
7Z Students
8Z Students r
students signature
date
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fore the end of the

notice on arrival
Form to be completed and sent by student to the department upon reporting to work, during the first week of
training. The form is part of the students training file.
1Z Name of student:
2Z Department and Class:
3Z Date of starting work:
4Z Proposed date of completing work:
5Z Name and address of firm:
6Z Name and address of responsible supervisor:
7Z Students business address:
8Z Students residence address:
note: Any changes in the above information should be promptly communicated to the department
students signature
date
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summary sheet
Petition No. and

Form to be completed and included in the Final Training Report.
Name:
Current Major:
student information
Name:
Class Status:
GPA: Cumulativ
Department:
Academic Statu
Class:
Subject of Petiti
Training Position:
State Briefly the
training firms[s] information

Name:
Specialty:
Location:
supervisor[s] information
Name:
Advisors Recom
Position:
exact duration of training

Arrival date:
Departure date:
Committees De
Date:
additional information or comments [optional]
students signature
date
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student petition form

Petition No. and Date Received:
Name:
Current Major:
Class Status:
ID No.
1st Year
2nd Year
GPA: Cumulative GPA

Academic Status:
3rd Year
4th Year
5th Year
Graduate
Last Semester GPA

Clear Status
Probation Status
Strict Probation Status
Subject of Petition:
State Briefly the Main Request of Your Petition:
[Continue on back if necessary]

Advisors Recommendation:
name [print]
signature
date
Committees Decision:
Date:
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course overload form
request to register 18 or 19 credits for the
fall
spring term of academic year 200
- 200
student information
ID No.:
Name:
Major:
cce
ce
ArD
gd
me
ee
Email:
Cumulative Average: [/100]
Last Semester Average: [/100]
Number of credits you intend to take during term specified at the top of this form:
18
19
Reason for Overload:
To repeat the course
;
To improve my grades in the course

my previous grade was
To complete a minor in
Other. Please explain.
students signature
date
advisors recommendation
Advisors Name:
The student is allowed to take
18
19 credits during the term indicated at the top of this form.
The student is advised not to register for more than 17 credits during the term indicated at the top of this form.
advisors signature
date
chairpersons approval
chairpersons signature
date
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american university of beirut

faculty of engineering and architecture

department of mechanical engineering

american university of beirut

undergraduate student manual

This guide is intended to provide information on most aspects of

Reason for Change

June 30, 2002

June 15, 2003

Updated Probation rules

June 15, 2004

Updated Mission statement

July 15, 2005

Updated format and added section on Summer Training

May 15, 2007

July 22, 2009

Corrections and updated Curriculum Section, added

Nov. 25, 2010

Updated the Curriculum sections for the mechanical

>> table of contents

>> list of tables

Table 1: Mechanical Engineering Advisors

Table 2: Mechanical Engineering Curriculum

Table 3: Distribution of Credit in ME Curriculum

Table 4: Chemical Engineering Advisors

Table 5: Chemical Engineering Curriculum

Table 6: Distribution of Credit in Chemical Engineering Curriculum

2>> mechanical engineering

program educational objectives>

program learning outcomes [abet 2000 criteria]>

me faculty and staff>

Full Time Faculty

Part Time Faculty

Department Administrative Assistant>

Lab Technical Manager>

Engineering Shop Lab Personnel>

registration and validation of credits>

2.2>> undergraduate mechanical engineering program

practical training/summer internship>

final year project>

writing center at aub>

2.3>> mechanical engineering optional tracks>

[track i]> thermal and fluid engineering>

[track ii]> design, materials, and manufacturing>

[track iii]> mechatronics>

2ZZ table of contents

3>> Chemical Engineering

chemical engineering faculty >

registration and validation of credits>

practical training/summer internship>

final year project>

writing center at aub>

3.2>> undergraduate chemical engineering programs (BS and BE)

3.3>> minor in Chemical Engineering

Required Core Courses (15 credits)>>

Elective Courses (6 credits) selected from the following courses>>

4>> academic regulations

classes and laboratories>

examinations and quizzes>