Program Description
Degree Requirements
TYPICAL STUDY SEQUENCE
Program Description
Bachelor of Science in Energy Engineering Requirements
The BSc in Energy Engineering program is designed to provide comprehensive engineering education for students interested in energy storage, energy conversion, energy systems, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. Students are exposed to this core engineering discipline by studying and applying engineering principles to a broad range of systems, ranging from nano-devices to large-scale power plants. Laboratories and industry-led projects allow graduates to be ready to create the next generation of ideas and products.
Educational Objectives of the Program
The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) of the EENG program are listed below.
- Demonstrate professional skills in energy engineering, covering everything from energy sources to production for various applications.
- Devise energy solutions by assemblingkey scientific and engineering principles and assess evolving industrial, societal, and global demands.
- Employ lifelong learning that will distinguishthe graduates in professional competence, prepare them for advanced studies and professional activities, and support them in leadership roles.
Program Learning Outcomes
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Description of PLO
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PLO-1
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Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
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PLO-2
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Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factor
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PLO-3
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Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
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PLO-4
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Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of energy engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
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PLO-5
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Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
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PLO-6
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Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, validate and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
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PLO-7
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Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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Program Structure
Additional Math/Sciences Requirements (14 credits)
Students must complete the following additional mathematics and basic science courses:
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Course Description
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MATH 210
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Calculus III (3-0-3)
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Advanced calculus topics including vectors and surfaces in space, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and their applications in engineering problems.
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MATH 220
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Differential Equations (3-0-3)
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First and second-order differential equations, systems of differential equations, Laplace transforms, and applications in energy systems.
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PHYS 212
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Physics II (3-3-4)
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Principles of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and their applications in energy engineering systems.
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CHEM 115
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General Chemistry (3-3-4)
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Fundamental chemical principles, thermodynamics, kinetics, and their applications in energy processes and systems.
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Energy Engineering Core Requirements (53 credits)
Students must complete the following core courses:
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Course Description
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EENG 201
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Introduction to Energy Engineering (3-0-3)
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Introduction to energy systems, sources, conversion, and applications. Covers fundamental principles of thermodynamics and energy transfer processes.
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EENG 301
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Energy Conversion Systems (3-0-3)
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Analysis of conventional energy conversion systems including fossil fuel power plants, nuclear power plants, and internal combustion engines.
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EENG 302
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Renewable Energy Technologies (3-0-3)
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Study of renewable energy technologies including solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and hydroelectric power systems.
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EENG 303
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Energy Economics and Policy (3-0-3)
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Economic analysis of energy systems, market structures, policy frameworks, and environmental regulations in the energy sector.
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EENG 401
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Energy Storage and Distribution (3-0-3)
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Technologies and systems for energy storage, power transmission, and distribution networks, including smart grid concepts.
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EENG 402
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation (3-0-3)
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Principles and practices of energy efficiency, conservation strategies, energy auditing, and building energy management.
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EENG 403
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Senior Design Project I (1-6-3)
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First phase of capstone project: problem identification, feasibility study, and preliminary design of energy systems.
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EENG 404
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Senior Design Project II (0-9-3)
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Second phase of capstone project: detailed design, implementation, testing, and evaluation of energy systems.
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Energy Engineering Technical Electives (15 credits)
Students must complete 15 credits of technical electives from the following list:
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Course Code
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Course Title
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Course Description
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EENG 411
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Sustainable Energy Systems (3-0-3)
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Explores sustainable energy technologies and their integration into modern energy systems.
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EENG 412
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Energy Auditing and Management (3-0-3)
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Focuses on energy auditing techniques, energy management strategies, and optimization.
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EENG 413
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Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology (3-0-3)
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Covers the principles, design, and applications of fuel cells and hydrogen as an energy carrier.
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EENG 414
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Nuclear Energy Systems (3-0-3)
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Examines nuclear energy systems, reactor designs, and safety considerations.
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EENG 415
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Smart Grid and Energy Systems (3-0-3)
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Discusses smart grid technologies, energy storage, and modern power systems.
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Degree Requirements
The EENG program requires students to complete at least 130 credit hours based on the 2024-2025 curriculum content below. The 130 credit hours are divided,into 48 credits of the University鈥檚 general education requirements (GER), 14 credits of program additional Math/Science requirements, 53 credits of major core requirements, and 15 elective credit hours, as illustrated below. Students can choose from a list of advanced EENG courses to satisfy both their technical and/or free elective requirements. The department publishes the list of technical electives regularly.
Curriculum content of EENG program
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Category of Courses
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Credits Required
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General Education Requirements
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48
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Program Additional Math/Science Requirements
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14
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Program Core
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53
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Program Electives
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15
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Total
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130
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Additional Math/Science Requirements (14 credits)
To satisfy the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences Requirements, the BSc in Energy Engineering requires the following Math courses in addition to the Math/Sciences required in GER: CHEM 115, PHYS 121, MATH 111, and MATH 112.
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MATH 211
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Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
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4
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MATH 243
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Probability and Statistical Inference
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3
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MATH 333
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Applied Engineering Mathematics
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3
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PHYS 122
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University Physics II
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4
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Energy Engineering Core Requirements (53 credits)
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EENG 210
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Fundamentals of Earth Sciences for Energy Engineering
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4
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EENG 220
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Electric Circuits
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4
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EENG 310
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Geomaterials
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3
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EENG 331
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Electromechanical Energy Conversion
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4
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EENG 312
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Control Systems and Applications
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3
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EENG 313
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Petroleum Engineering and Geology
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3
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EENG 399
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Internship
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1
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EENG 410
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Energy Storage
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3
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EENG 497
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Senior Design Project I
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3
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EENG 498
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Senior Design Project II
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3
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EENG 499
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Internship
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1
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MEEN 240
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Thermodynamics
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3
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PEEG 252
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Statics and Mechanics of Materials
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3
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PEEG 302
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Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
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3
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NUCE 300
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Nuclear Energy for Net-Zero Goals
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3
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CHEG 360
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Introduction to Hydrogen Technologies and Applications 鈥� Technical Elective
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3
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ESMA 340
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Energy Policy and Economics
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3
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ELEN 486
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Renewable Energy Technologies
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3
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Energy Engineering Major/Technical Electives (15 credits)
Students in the Energy program are required to complete five elective courses. They have two options: (1) They may choose any five electives from the available courses, or (2) if they wish to have a concentration officially recognized on their transcript, they must complete all five electives from a single concentration category. Each concentration has a designated set of courses, and selecting all electives from one ensures the concentration is reflected in their academic record.
Petroleum and Earth Science Concentration: EENG 420, EENG 421, EENG 422, EENG 423, EENG 424, EENG 425, EENG 426
Nuclear Concentration : EENG 431, NUCE 303, NUCE 304, NUCE 401, NUCE 402, NUCE 404
Renewable Energy Concentration : ELEN 421, ELEN 423, ELEN 430, ELEN 440, MEEN 482, MEEN 483
TYPICAL STUDY SEQUENCE
EENG Study Plan 2025-2026
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Typical Study Plan for Energy Engineering听Program (Total of 130 Credits)
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FALL SEMESTER
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SPRING SEMESTER
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YEAR 1
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ENGL 101 English Communication I
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3
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ENGL 102 English Communication II
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3
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MATH 111 Calculus I
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4
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MATH 112 Calculus II
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4
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CHEM 115 General Chemistry I
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4
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PHYS 121 University Physics I
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4
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GENS 101 Grand Challenges
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4
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COSC 114 Introduction to Computing using Python
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4
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GENS 100 Academic Development & Success
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1
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Total credit hours for First Semester
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16
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Total credit hours for the Second Semester
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15
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Summer
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YEAR 2
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MATH 211 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
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3
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HUMA 105/106 Emirates Society
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3
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PHYS 122 University Physics II
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4
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MATH 333 Applied Engineering Mathematics 听
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4
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MEEN 听240 Thermodynamics
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3
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EENG 220 Electric Circuits
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4
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COSC 202 Data Science & AI
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3
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MATH 243 Probability & Statistical Inference
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3
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EENG 210 Fundamentals of Earth Sciences (EPSS)
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4
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PEEG 252 Statics and Mechanics of Materials
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3
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Total credit hours for the Third Semester
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17
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Total credit hours for the Fourth Semester
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17
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Summer
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YEAR 3
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BUSS 322 Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
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3
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EENG 312 Control Systems and Applications
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3
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PEEG 302 Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer
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3
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CHEG 360 Hydrogen Technologies and Applications
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3
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ESMA 340 Energy Policy & Economics
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3
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NUCE 300 Nuclear Energy for Net-Zero Goals
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3
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EENG 310听Geomaterials
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3
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EENG 313 Petroleum Engineering and Geology
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3
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EENG 311
Electromechanical Energy Conversion
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4
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EENG 410 Energy Storage
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3
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GENS 300 Career Preparation
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1
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Total credit hours for the Fifth Semester
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17
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Total credit hours for the Sixth Semester
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15
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Summer
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EENG 399 Engineering Internship
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1
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YEAR 4
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EENG 497 Senior Design Project I
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3
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EENG 498 Senior Design Project II
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3
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EENG 4XX Technical Elective I
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3
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EENG 4XX Technical Elective IV
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3
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EENG 4XX Technical Elective II
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3
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EENG 4XX Technical Elective V
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3
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EENG 4XX Technical Elective III
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3
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BUSS/HUMA XXX Business/Humanities & Social Sciences Elective
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3
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ELEN 486 Renewable Energy Technology
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3
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BUSS/HUMA XXX Business/Humanities & Social Sciences Elective
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3
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GENS 400 Enhancing Employability and Job Readiness
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1
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Total credit hours for the Seventh Semester
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15
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Total credit hours for Eighth Semester
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16
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Summer
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EENG 499 Engineering Internship
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1
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