Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
University
Pokhara University
Duration
4 years
Fee
Rs. 587200
Colleges
1+
Summary
Four-year engineering program specializing in design, analysis, manufacturing, energy systems, and modern automation technologies.
Curriculum spans core sciences, mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, manufacturing, design, robotics, AI/ML applications, and computational tools. Emphasis on practical laboratory work, simulation, project-based learning, and industry placement. Structure includes electives, minor and major projects, and a mandatory internship to build industry readiness. Program responds directly to Nepal’s growing need for mechanical engineers in hydropower, infrastructure, and industrial development while aligning with global engineering technologies.
Description
Curricular Structure (Semester-wise Overview)
Semester 1
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Engineering Mathematics I | 3 |
| Engineering Physics | 4 |
| Engineering Chemistry | 4 |
| Basic Electrical Engineering | 3 |
| Engineering Drawing | 2 |
| Communication Techniques | 2 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester 2
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Engineering Mathematics II | 3 |
| Programming in C | 3 |
| Engineering Mechanics | 3 |
| Basic Electronics Engineering | 3 |
| Thermodynamics | 3 |
| Workshop Technology | 2 |
| Total | 17 |
Semester 3
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Engineering Mathematics III | 3 |
| Material Science | 3 |
| Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| Strength of Materials | 3 |
| Manufacturing Technology I | 3 |
| Machine Drawing | 2 |
| Total | 17 |
Semester 4
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Numerical Methods | 3 |
| Applied Thermodynamics | 3 |
| Theory of Machines | 3 |
| Manufacturing Technology II | 3 |
| Heat Transfer | 3 |
| Instrumentation & Measurement | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester 5
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Machine Design I | 3 |
| Fluid Machinery | 3 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 3 |
| Energy & Environment | 3 |
| Industrial Engineering | 3 |
| Elective I | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
Semester 6
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Machine Design II | 3 |
| Finite Element Method | 3 |
| Automotive Technology | 3 |
| Mechatronics | 3 |
| Elective II | 3 |
| Minor Project | 1 |
| Total | 16 |
Semester 7
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Robotics & Automation | 3 |
| Power Plant Engineering | 3 |
| Quality Control & Reliability | 3 |
| Elective III | 3 |
| Major Project I | 2 |
| Internship (Preparation) | 0 |
| Total | 14 |
Semester 8
| Course | Credit |
|---|---|
| Renewable Energy Systems | 3 |
| Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) | 3 |
| Industrial Safety & Maintenance | 3 |
| Major Project II | 4 |
| 12-week Internship | 2 |
| Total | 15 |
Program Summary
• Total Credits: 130
Features
Features
• 8-semester, 130-credit curriculum
• Integration of automation, robotics, Mechatronics, AI, and ML
• Minor project + major project (two phases)
• 12-week mandatory internship
• Software-driven design and simulation training
• Continuous focus on sustainability, innovation, and applied engineering
• Forward-looking program introduced for 2025 intake
Fee
• Tuition: NPR 587,200
• Refundable security deposit: NPR 20,000
Admission Process
Admission process
• Completion of Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
• Minimum 45% or CGPA 2.0; minimum grade C in PCM (A-levels: minimum grade D)
• 100-mark mathematics course mandatory
• Students awaiting Class 12 results may apply
• University-based entrance and merit-ranking system
Job Prospects
Job prospects
• Hydropower, energy, and industrial plants
• Manufacturing, automation, and robotics sectors
• HVAC, automotive, aerospace-adjacent roles
• Design and simulation engineering
• Maintenance, quality assurance, and project engineering
• Consulting, R&D, and technical services
• Opportunities in global Industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing fields.
Colleges Offering This Course
School of Engineering | Pokhara University
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