Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering

The Department of Architectural Engineering offers internationally-recognized education that is contemporary and, at the same time, rooted in the context and environment of the region. The curriculum equips students with theoretical and practical skills, and the department provides students with opportunities for practical training.

Degree Structure

• College: Engineering
• Department: Architectural Engineering
• Level: Undergraduate
• Study System: Courses
• Total Credit Hours: 158 Cr. Hrs.
• Duration: 5 Years
• Intake: Fall and Spring
• Language: English
• Study Mode: Full Time

Degree Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering program develops a solid foundation in areas such as structural health monitoring and analysis, materials processing, and water and energy efficiency. Undergraduates gain real-world experience through specialized projects, architectural studio courses, and internships. Students are prepared to work at engineering, architecture, and construction firms or to pursue advanced degrees.

What You Will Learn

Students in the program develop a solid foundation in areas such as structural health monitoring and analysis, materials processing, and water and energy efficiency. Undergraduates gain real-world experience through specialized projects, architectural studio courses, and internships.

University Requirements

To obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering, a student must complete a total of 158 credit hours spanning University requirements, College requirements, and Program requirements.

College Requirements

The College of Engineering requires students to complete a set of courses that provide a foundation in engineering principles and practices.

Degree Requirements

To obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering, a student must complete a total of 158 credit hours, including:

• Mandatory Credits: 146
  • University Requirements: 18
  • College Requirements: 26
  • Program Requirements: 102
• Elective Credits: 12
  • University Requirements: 6
  • College Requirements: 0
  • Program Requirements: 6

Course Description

The program includes a range of courses that provide students with a comprehensive education in architectural engineering, including:

• Introduction to Architectural Engineering
• Analytic Geometry
• Architectural Drawing I
• Basic Design
• Programming for Engineers
• Introduction to Probability and Statistics
• Statics
• Introduction to Ecology
• Mechanics of Materials
• Thermal Sciences
• Dynamics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Architectural Drawing II
• Surveying
• Architectural Design I
• Building Construction I
• History of Architecture I
• Computer-Aided Architectural Design
• Electricity and Power Distribution for Buildings
• Introduction to General Geology
• Fundamentals of Structural Analysis
• Reinforced Concrete Design of Buildings I
• Architectural Design II
• Architectural Design III
• Building Construction II
• Building Illumination and Acoustics
• History of Architecture II
• Professional Engineering Practice & Ethics
• Structural Steel Design
• Architectural Design IV
• Architectural Design V
• Project Management
• HVAC Design for Buildings
• Urban Planning and Design
• Senior Design Project I
• Senior Design Project II
• Practical Training

Elective Courses

The program offers a range of elective courses that allow students to specialize in areas of interest, including:

• Advanced Computer Aided Design
• Working Drawings
• Modern Structural Systems
• Specifications and Quantity Surveying
• Construction Contracts
• Construction Engineering
• Building Environmental Control System Design
• Building Illumination System Design
• Building Electrical System Design
• Building HVAC System Design
• Mechanical Systems
• Environmental and Climatic Design
• Landscape Design
• Contemporary Architecture
• Islamic Architecture
• Local and Regional Architecture
• Building Information Modeling "BIM"
• Solar Energy in Buildings
• Selected Topics in Architectural Engineering
• Selected Topics in Structural Engineering
• Selected Topics in Architectural Design
• Selected Topics in Construction
• Selected Topics in Environmental Control

Career Path

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering program are esteemed for their confidence and creativity, benefiting from the university's robust connections with national and international architectural firms. They have pursued successful careers in various domains, including architecture, advertising, estate management, project management, real estate, urban design, and web design.

Research Areas

The program is supported by a range of research areas, including:

• Structural Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Architectural Design
• Environmental Control
• Building Information Modeling
• Solar Energy in Buildings