B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering

The B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering program offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles and hands-on applications integral to the design, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems. Students delve into core areas such as thermodynamics, mechanics of materials, fluid dynamics, and machine design. In addition to theoretical grounding, the program prioritizes practical engineering through extensive laboratory work, workshops, CAD/CAM training, and real-world projects. Practical modules, such as machine tool operations, automotive engineering, and control systems, ensure students are familiar with actual mechanical devices and tools. With facilities often mirroring industrial settings, students get opportunities for prototype development, testing, and system optimization. As industries continue to innovate and demand efficient, sustainable mechanical solutions, graduates of this program are poised to engineer products and systems that drive modern society.

Admission Requirements

Candidates are admitted into the degree programme in either of the following two ways:

1. Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Mode (5 Year Degree Programme)
2. Direct Entry (DE) Mode (4 Year Degree Programme)

• Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Mode

For the five-year degree programme, in addition to acceptable passes in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the minimum admission requirement is credit level passes in Senior School Certificate (SSC) in at least five subjects, which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and other acceptable science subjects at not more than two sittings.

• Direct Entry (DE) Mode

For four-year Direct Entry, in addition to five (5) Senior School Certificate (SSC) credit passes, which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, candidates with at least two passes in relevant subjects (Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) at the GCE Advanced Level or IJMB or JUPEB may be considered for admission. Candidates who have good National Diploma (ND) results in relevant Engineering Technology programmes may also be considered for admission into 200 level. Holders of upper credit pass and above at Higher National Diploma (HND) level are eligible for consideration for admission into 300 level.

Graduation Requirements

The following regulations shall govern the conditions for the award of an honours degree in Engineering and Technology:

1. Candidates admitted through the UTME mode shall have registered for a minimum of 150 and a maximum of 180 units of courses during the 5–year engineering degree programme. Such candidates shall have spent a minimum of ten academic semesters.
2. Candidates admitted through the Direct entry mode shall have registered for minimum of 120 and maximum of 150 units of courses during a 4–year engineering degree programme. Such candidates shall have spent a minimum of eight academic semesters.
3. The minimum and maximum credit load per semester is 15 and 24 credit units, respectively.
4. A student shall have completed and passed all the Courses registered for, including all compulsory courses and such elective /optional courses as may be specified by the university/faculty or department; obtained a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) specified by the university but not less than 1.00.
5. A student shall also have earned the 15 credit units of the Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), 8 credit units of University General Study courses and 4 credit units of Entrepreneurship courses.

For graduates with a B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, especially with an emphasis on hands-on, practical engineering, here are key career opportunities:

• Design Engineer: Focusing on the conceptualization, design, and optimization of mechanical products and systems using tools like CAD.
• Manufacturing Engineer: Overseeing and refining manufacturing processes, ensuring products are made efficiently and to the right specifications.
• HVAC Engineer: Designing, installing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Automotive Engineer: Working on the design, testing, or manufacturing aspects of vehicles.
• Aerospace Engineer: Designing and developing aircraft and spacecraft components or systems.
• Robotics Engineer: Designing and developing robotic systems for a variety of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare.
• Thermal Systems Engineer: Specializing in systems that involve heat transfer and conversion, such as engines or refrigeration systems.
• Mechatronics Engineer: Integrating mechanical engineering with electronics and computer systems to design intelligent systems and products.
• Biomechanical Engineer: Applying mechanical principles to the human body, often designing medical devices or prosthetics.
• Research & Development Engineer: Engaging in the research, design, and development of new mechanical products or solutions.
• Project Engineer: Leading and managing mechanical engineering projects from concept to completion.

Given the versatile and foundational nature of mechanical engineering, coupled with the practical orientation of the program, graduates are well-equipped to tackle a broad spectrum of roles across various industries, from traditional manufacturing to emerging technology sectors.