موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

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Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy Engineering

Program mission: To prepare scientifically and professionally qualified female renewable energy engineers equipped with strong research and leadership skills, capable of effectively utilizing modern technologies and working efficiently across diverse areas of renewable energy engineering, in order to to keep pace with changes in the labor market and contribute meaningfully to community development.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

This program is designed to prepare professional engineers capable of designing, developing, maintaining, and monitoring renewable energy systems. Students will acquire a solid foundation in essential disciplines such as electrical engineering, materials engineering, thermal engineering, and information systems. They will also study advanced engineering topics, including concentrating solar-thermal power, solar energy, wind energy, and grid energy storage. This provides a comprehensive curriculum that is both theoretical and practical, equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to meet the demands of the labor market.

Career opportunities

Renewable energy engineers have a wide range of career opportunities across various sectors. They can work in engineering departments within government facilities, electrical power companies such as Aqua Power, and sectors like the Ministry of Defense. Additionally, the petroleum and minerals sector, including major companies like Saudi Aramco, often seeks their expertise. These engineers also play critical roles in engineering design and consulting, within academic institutions such as universities and research centers, as well as prominent Saudi companies and organizations like SABIC, NEOM, and NOMAC. Their primary focus is on the design and operation of systems powered by renewable energy, including wind and solar power. Furthermore, they are instrumental in the development, management, and analysis of wind farm projects, the installation of solar energy cells, the oversight of distribution facilities, refrigeration and air conditioning systems, and applications related to water desalination and distillation.

Program Information

College of Engineering
Department of Electrical Engineering
Major Renewable Energy Engineering
Academic degree Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering / Renewable Energy Engineering
Language of instruction English
Duration 5 Years

Program Details

  1. Enhance the quality of education and learning for the renewable energy engineering program to prepare distinguished graduates equipped with scientific theories, practical skills, competitive abilities, and a strong sense of professional ethics.
  2. Link scientific research with the requirements of sustainable development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and community needs.
  3. Promote community partnerships in renewable energy engineering fields.
  1. K1 — Define knowledge of mathematical concepts including differential and integral calculus, probability, and statistics, along with their applications in the field of Renewable energy engineering.
  2. K2 — Recognize electrical engineering principles including processes, materials, techniques, and practices in the field of Renewable energy engineering.
  3. K3 — Identify specialized knowledge based on new developments related to the field of renewable energy engineering.
  4. K4 — Integrate knowledge of research methodologies in reports and research related to the field of renewable energy engineering.
  5. S1 — Apply Basic concepts, theories, and mathematical principles to solve complex problems related to the field of renewable energy engineering.
  6. S2 — Conduct complex practical tasks and procedures related to renewable energy engineering by applying advanced processes, techniques, tools, and instruments.
  7. S3 — Design a system, component, or process to solve renewable energy engineering problems while considering realistic constraints (cultural, social, environmental, economic, health, and safety).
  8. S4 — Evaluate contemporary issues and problems in renewable energy systems, components, and processes using critical thinking and creative solutions in various complex contexts.
  9. S5 — Communicate effectively to demonstrate theoretical knowledge comprehension and specialized transfer of knowledge, skills, and complex ideas.
  10. V1 — Execute teamwork and leadership skills through creating a collaborative and inclusive environment while establishing goals to meet and planning tasks.
  11. V2 — Demonstrate commitment to professional and academic values and standards and ethical code of conduct as experts in the field of renewable energy engineering.
  1. Knowledge of mathematical, scientific, and fundamental engineering sciences.
  2. Acquiring knowledge and a deep understanding of the technologies used in the field of renewable energy engineering.
  3. Applying the acquired knowledge and concepts to solve problems and analyze and interpret the results.
  4. Utilizing equipment, tools, devices, and auxiliary means in the field of modern renewable energy engineering.
  5. Conducting research and scientific studies and providing consultancy services in all areas of renewable energy engineering.
  6. Continuously acquiring knowledge and keeping up with gradual progress in the fields of electrical engineering and renewable energy engineering.
  7. Understanding and monitoring responsibilities related to occupational safety, ethics, the environment, and economics.
  8. Collaborating effectively and professionally with colleagues, working within teams, and serving customers.
  9. Demonstrating leadership qualities, managing business, engineering project organization skills, and entrepreneurship.
  10. Enhancing and developing the engineering field, contributing to professional development, and serving the community.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One CS 110 Programming Language )1) 6 —
Level One ENG 101-1 English language (1) 3 —
Level One MATH 101 Calculus(1) 3 —
Level One PHYS 102 General Physics for Engineering (1) 4 —
Level Two MATH 103 Calculus (II) 6 —
Level Two PHYS 103 General Physics for Engineering (2) 4 PHYS102OR ( PHYS101TAND PHYS141T )
Level Two ENG 102-2 English language (2) 3 ENG101-1OR ( ENG101AND ENG102 )
Level Two CHEM 103 General Chemistry for Engineering 4 —
Level Three ENG 104 Academic Writing for Engineering 3 ENG102-2
Level Three ISE 205 Solid Mechanics 3 PHYS102AND ( MATH103OR MATH102TOR MATH103TOR MaSc103M )
Level Three MATH 205 Calculus (III) 4 MATH103TOR MATH103
Level Three MATH 242 Principles of Linear Algebra 4 MATH101OR MATH101T
Level Three MATH 265-1 Probability and Statistics for Engineering (1) 4 MATH103OR MATH103T
Level Four MATH 221 Differential Equations 4 MATH103OR MATH103TOR Math102OR MATH102T
Level Four ECE 210 Electric Circuits (1) 3 MATH205AND PHYS103
Level Four ECE 230 Introduction to Renewable Energy Engineering 3 PHYS102
Level Four ISE 201 Engineering Drawing 3 —
Level Five ECE 201 Programming Applications for Engineering 3 CS110OR CS110T
Level Five ECE 211 Electric Circuits (2) 3 ECE210OR ECE212
Level Five ECE 240 Semiconductor Devices 3 PHYS103
Level Five ECE 270 Signals and Systems 3 ECE210OR ECE212
Level Five PHYS 243 Thermodynamics 3 PHYS102
Level Five PHYS 276 Engineering Materials for Renewable Energy Systems 3 PHYS102AND CHEM103
Level Six BUS 353 Entrepreneurship 3 —
Level Six ECE 200 Academic & Professional Communication for Engineering 3 ENG104
Level Six ECE 241 Electronics (1) 4 ECE211
Level Six PHYS 216 Fluid Mechanics 3 PHYS102AND PHYS243
Level Six PHYS 244 Heat Transfer 3 PHYS243
Level Seven ECE 203 Introduction to Engineering Design 2 MATH103TOR MATH103
Level Seven ECE 331 Electric Machines 3 ECE211
Level Seven ECE 346 Power Electronics 3 ECE241AND ECE211
Level Seven ISE 305 Engineering Economy 3 —
Level Seven MATH 353 Introduction to Numerical Analysis 6 ( MATH103OR MATH103T )AND ( MATH242TOR MATH242 )AND ( CS110OR CS110T )
Level Seven PHYS 278 Hydrogen Technologies and Fuel Cells 2 PHYS103AND CHEM103
Level Eight ECE 330 Control Systems 3 ECE270
Level Eight ECE 332 Power System Analysis 3 ECE331AND PHYS276
Level Eight ECE 333 Wind Energy Technology 3 ECE331AND ECE346
Level Eight ECE 351 Solar PV 3 ECE210AND ECE346
Level Eight ISE 406 Engineering Management 3 ISE305
Level Nine ECE 492 Capstone Design Project (1) 2 ( ECE344OR ECE351OR ECE372 )AND ( MATH353OR ISE406 )AND ( ECE331OR ECE333OR ECE380 )AND ( ECE330OR ECE373 )
Level Nine ECE 431 Energy Storage and Efficiency 3 ECE230AND ECE333
Level Nine ECE 435 Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems 3 PHYS216AND PHYS243
Level Nine ECE 491 Electrical Engineering Seminar 1 ( ECE330OR ECE372 )AND ( ECE331OR ECE351OR ECE380 )AND ( ECE344OR ISE406OR ECE373 )AND ( MATH353OR ECE333 )
Level Ten ECE 493 Capstone Design Project (2) 2 ECE492
Level Ten ECE 497 Co-op Training 6 ECE492AND ECE491AND ( ISE406OR ECE453 )

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
ECE 494 Undergraduate Research 3
PHYS 277 Sustainable Energy 3
ECE 430 Economics of Energy Applications 3
ECE 432 Smart Grid Systems 3
ECE 433 Design of Wind Turbines 3
ECE 434 Electrical Power Distribution Systems for REE 3
ECE 436 Principles of Green Building Design 3
ECE 453 Optoelectronics for REE 3
ECE 454 Advanced Solar Cells and Systems 3