Mechanical Engineering
Designing and improving machines, systems, and mechanical processes.
Overview
Mechanical Engineering focuses on the behavior and design of mechanical systems.
Core subjects
- Engineering Mathematics and Physics
- Statics, Dynamics, and Strength of Materials
- Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics
- Machine Design and Mechanisms
- Manufacturing Processes and Materials
- Control Systems Basics
- HVAC, Power Systems, or Automotive (depending on electives)
- CAD and Mechanical Design Software
Specializations
- Mechanical Engineering
- Heating and Cooling or HVAC
- Industrial Mechanics
Career paths
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Maintenance / Reliability Engineer
- HVAC / Building Services Engineer
- Manufacturing / Production Engineer
- Energy Systems Engineer
- Sales / Technical Support Engineer (mechanical products)
- Project Engineer in industrial sectors
- R&D Engineer in products and systems
Study snapshot
- Duration
- Typically 4–5 years
- Workload
- High – math, physics, labs, design work
- Difficulty
- ★★★★☆ — mathematically and technically intensive
- Practical components
- Labs, design projects, workshops, internships
- Internships
- Strongly recommended in manufacturing, energy, or service industries
Where to study Mechanical Engineering in Lebanon
- American University of Beirut: Mechanical Engineering – $183,960
- Beirut Arab University: Mechanical Engineering – $26,869
- Holy Spirit University of Kaslik: Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – $64,970
- Lebanese American University: Mechanical Engineering – $147,300
- Lebanese International University: Mechanical Engineering – $23,220
- Lebanese University: Mechanical Engineering: Construction & Energy – $240 per year
- Lebanese University: Mechanical Engineering: Energy & Environment – $240 per year
- Lebanese University: Mechanical Engineering: Industrial Mechanics – $240 per year
- Lebanese University: Mechanical Engineering: Mechatronics – $240 per year
- Notre Dame University – Louaize: Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering - ABET Accredited Program – $70,500
- Rafik Hariri University: Mechanical Engineering BE – $35,484
- Rafik Hariri University: Mechanical Engineering BS – $27,080
- Université Saint-Joseph: Mechanical Engineering – $80,400
- University of Balamand: Aircraft Maintenance – $27,906
- University of Balamand: Mechanical Engineering – $40,742
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