Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers confront diverse and challenging engineering problems which requires integration of science, engineering and socio-economic knowledge. They are trained to solve real-world engineering problems arising in energy production, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and manufacturing. They design complex machines, manufacturing processes and translate them into real products that addresses societal issues. However, with recent advances, mechanical systems are increasingly integrated with electronics, sensors, actuators, micro-controllers and computers. Mechanical engineering education thus needs to gear up to keep up with the fast-changing technology development.

The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (FME) has a modern curriculum designed by experts and practitioner of engineering profession. Drawing on from disciplines such as mechanics and materials, thermal and fluid sciences, design and manufacturing, vibration and control systems, the curriculum also reflects the latest advances in finite element methods, computational fluid dynamics, computer-aided design and additive manufacturing. To cope with modern electro-mechanical systems courses and labs on robotics, instrumentation, electrical circuits and devices, electrical machines and drives, embedded systems, micro-controllers and mechatronics are also tightly integrated in the curriculum. The courses are delivered by research active faculty members who infuses life into classroom through real-world examples and stimulating complex engineering problems. Covering a gamut of applications ranging from tiny printed electronics, micro-fluidics, composite materials, advanced manufacturing, computer-controlled machines, natural fluid refrigeration, power plants, high speed rotating machines, frictionless bearings to industrial robots and unmanned air, underwater and ground vehicles. The curriculum is tightly knitted with modern well-equipped labs that takes students beyond the realm of theory and displays marvels of mechanical engineering in action. Inspiring enthusiastic young enquiring minds to unravel the mysteries, discover, explore and grow.

FME is ISO 9001:2015 certified. ISO re-accreditation is done in the year 2019-20.

Faculty Mission

The faculty is aimed at producing professionals with sound knowledge base, leadership quality and social rectitude. They are also capable to intelligently respond and adapt to technological advancements in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

Careers in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering involves application of mechanics and thermal-fluid sciences to design, manufacture, operate, maintain, various processes and plants. Mechanical Engineers are the backbone of many industries and can have a career in a wide spectrum of fields including shipbuilding, aerospace, railroad works, automotive, turbomachinery, pharmaceutical, petroleum, chemical, process and energy industries, just to name a few. FME graduates are well sought after by R&D/defense organization, fertilizers and cement companies, power plants and petrochemical industries, automobile manufacturers as well as by various multi-national companies. Re-accreditation of BS program by Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) under Level-II category i.e., Washington Accord (WA) accredited engineering degree, implies that the BS degree is recognized as equivalent to a degree from WA signatory countries. This provides an additional mobility to our graduates across the world as it makes easier engineers to gain professional registration in other countries.

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Outcome Based Education (OBE)

FME has adopted student centric OBE system that leads to enhanced learning outcomes for students and relies heavily on continuous quality improvement. Moreover, curriculum is continuously revised keeping in view the country’s industrial needs as well as adopting best international practices. Our students are thus equipped with twelve key graduate attributes or Program Learning Outcomes. These attributes or learning outcomes groom students with sound intellectual, theoretical and practical experiences that qualify them to address a variety of societal needs ethically. Thus, enabling graduating students to step with confidence into industry, research organizations or in the domain of higher education. FME firmly believes the education we provide will enable our graduates to stand out from the crowd and has the potential to rise and shine.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO_1. Graduates practicing in a variety of Mechanical engineering and allied disciplines.

PEO_2. Graduates performing in a responsible, professional and ethical manner as an individual and a part of team.

PEO_3. Graduates advancing their knowledge and excelling in the chosen domain.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

The program learning outcomes are given bellow.

Engineering Knowledge: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex mechanical engineering problems.
Problem Analysis: An ability to identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex mechanical engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
Design/Development of Solutions: An ability to design solutions for complex mechanical engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
Investigation: An ability to investigate complex mechanical engineering problems in a methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analysis and interpretation of experimental data and synthesis of information to derive valid conclusions.
Modern Tool Usage: An ability to crate, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex mechanical engineering activities, with an understanding of limitations.
The Engineer and Society: An ability to apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solution to complex mechanical engineering problems.
Environment and Sustainability: An ability to understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
Individual and Team work: An ability to work effectively as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and/or multidisciplinary settings.
Communication: An ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on complex mechanical engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective report and design documentation, make effective presentations and give and receive clear instructions.
Project Management: An ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one's own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
Lifelong Learning: An ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.