Established in 2005, the UR6521001 Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours programme is offered under the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering & Technology. The programme is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills necessary for employment and growth in the mechanical engineering field. The programme aims to train students with skills in mechanical engineering intensively through theoretical and practical approach continuously. Students are expected to apply knowledge in real situations with analysis, simulation and practice skills using the latest technology.

Students will also be provided with comprehensive capabilities, including developing and implementing integrated systems that integrate the elements of humanitarian, material, nature, technology, equipment, information technology and the recent industrial revolution 4.0 (IR4.0). Hence, the structures of the curricula are designed to deliver these important knowledge and skills. 

The curriculum structure of this programme is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills necessary for employment and growth in mechanical engineering field through theoretical and practical approach continuously. 

Program Overview
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering program equips students with the foundational technical knowledge, analytical problem-solving skills, and innovative mindset required to lead in the global engineering landscape. Graduates are trained to research, design, develop, and maintain mechanical systems and thermal devices that are efficient, reliable, safe, and sustainable.

Mechanical Engineering integrates the laws of physics and mathematics with material science to analyze and create everything from micro-scale sensors to massive industrial power plants. Students gain deep expertise in core areas such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, machine design, heat transfer, and advanced materials.

Why Choose Mechanical Engineering?
This field offers diverse career opportunities across nearly every industrial sector. It is the ideal path for students who are passionate about mechanics, energy conversion, structural integrity, and the future of mobility.

Graduates contribute to:

• Innovating Product Design: Developing complex mechanical systems using advanced CAD/CAE tools.
• Energy Efficiency: Optimizing thermal systems and pioneering renewable energy solutions.
• Structural Analysis: Ensuring the safety and durability of machines and infrastructure.
• Mechatronics Integration: Merging mechanical hardware with intelligent electronic control systems.
• Sustainable Development: Reducing carbon footprints through green engineering and material efficiency.

Career Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering are versatile professionals who can pursue roles such as:

• Mechanical Design Engineer
• Thermal Systems Engineer
• Structural Engineer
• R&D Engineer
• Maintenance & Reliability Engineer
• Materials Engineer
• Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineer
• Robotics & Mechatronics Engineer
• HVAC (Heating & Cooling) Engineer
• Automotive Engineer
• Energy Auditor
• Acoustic & Vibration Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Plant & Facilities Manager
• Operations Manager
• Technical Consultant
• Asset Management Engineer
• HSE (Health & Safety) Engineer

Industry Sectors
Our graduates are highly sought after by global leaders in sectors such as:

• Automotive & Transportation: Design of EVs, internal combustion engines, and autonomous vehicles.
• Aerospace & Defense: Structural airframe design, propulsion systems, and satellite technology.Power &
• Energy: Traditional power plants, wind turbines, solar thermal, and hydrogen fuel cells.
• Oil & Gas: Subsea engineering, pipeline integrity, and offshore platform maintenance.
• HVAC & Building Services: Designing sustainable climate control systems for high-rise infrastructure.
• Biomedical Engineering: Development of prosthetic devices, implants, and medical machinery.
• Manufacturing & Heavy Equipment: Design of turbines, pumps, compressors, and industrial robots.
• Consumer Electronics: Thermal management and structural packaging for portable devices.

Core Courses

Semester 1

1. MMJ10103 Engineering Statics
2. MMJ12202 Engineering Materials
3. MMJ12302 Mechanical Workshop
4. MMJ12102 Computer Aided Drafting
5. MMJ12503 Computer Programming

Semester 2

1. MMJ10203 Engineering Dynamics
2. MMJ12403 Manufacturing Processes
3. MMJ10403 Thermodynamics I
4. MMJ12603 Electrical Circuit & Machines

Semester 3

1. MMJ10303 Solid Mechanics I
2. MMJ22203 Materials In Design
3. MMJ20103 Fluid Mechanics I
4. MMJ22403 Thermodynamics II

Semester 4

1. MMJ22103 Solid Mechanics II
2. MMJ22303 Component Design
3. MMJ22503 Fluid Mechanics II
4. MMJ22603 Instrumentations & Measurements

Semester 5

1. MMJ32103 Mechanisms & Machines
2. MMJ32503 Engineering Design Process
3. MMJ32203 Finite Element Analysis
4. MMJ32703 Fluid Machinery

Semester 6

1. MMJ32903 Control Engineering
2. MMJ32402 Integrated Design Project I
3. MMJ32603 Heat Transfer
4. MMJ32303 Parametric Modelling & Analysis
5. MMJ32803 Electronics & Microprocessors

Sem break

1. MMJ39905 Industrial Training

Semester 7

1. MMJ40202 Final Year Project I
2. MMJ42503 Integrated Design Project II
3. MMJ42103 Vibration Mechanics
4. MMJ40102 Professional Engineers
5. MMJ4XX03 Elective I*

Semester 8

1. MMJ40304 Final Year Project II
2. MMJ42602 Production & Operations
3. MMJ30103 Management For Engineers
4. MMJ4XX03 Elective II*
5. MMJ4XX03 Elective III*

*Elective Courses

1. MMJ42203 Fracture Mechanics
2. MMJ42303 Mechanics of Composite Materials 
3. MMJ42403 Acoustic & Noise Control
4. MMJ42803 Additive Manufacturing 
5. MMJ42703 Design Optimization 
6. MMJ42903 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 
7. MMJ43103 Renewable Energy
8. MMJ43303 Computational Fluid Dynamics
9. MMJ43203 Internal Combustion Engine

Common Core Courses

1. IMQ10103 Engineering Mathematics 1
2. IMQ10203 Engineering Mathematics 2
3. IMQ20303 Engineering Mathematics 3
4. IMQ27103 Engineering Statistics

University Requirement Courses

1. SMZ1XX01 Co-Curriculum I
2. SMZ2XX01 Co-Curriculum II
3. SMB10102 Preparatory English
4. SMU13102 Appreciation of Ethics & Civilization
5. SMB20102 English for General Communication
6. SMU13002 Philosophy and Current Issues
7. SMB31202 English for Technical Communication
8. SMB41002 University Malay Language
9. SMU22402 Engineering Entrepreneurship
10. SMU12102 Integrity and Anti-Corruption

Memories in 2026

PEO 1 - Graduates who have demonstrated career advancement in the field of Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
PEO 2 - Graduates who are involved in a professional body or society.
PEO 3 - Graduates who pursue lifelong learning.

PO 1 - Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialisation to develop solutions to complex engineering problems.
PO 2 - Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development.
PO 3 - Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon as well as resource, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations as required.
PO 4 - Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research methods including research-based knowledge, including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
PO 5 - Create, select and apply, and recognize limitations of appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems.
PO 6 - Analyse and evaluate sustainable development impacts to society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment, in solving complex engineering problems.
PO 7 - Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice and adhere to relevant national and international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion.
PO 8 - Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and in multidisciplinary, face-to-face, remote and distributed settings.
PO 9 - Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, taking into account cultural, language, and learning differences.
PO 10 - Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
PO 11 - Recognise the need for and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.