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The B.Sc. (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to produce highly skilled engineers capable of leading the design, development, and innovation of mechanical systems across various industries. This program provides students with a strong foundation in mechanical principles and hands-on experience to pursue careers in rapidly advancing fields such as automotive engineering, aerospace technology, energy systems, robotics and automation, manufacturing processes, and thermal and fluid engineering.
The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering program focuses on equipping students with the technical expertise to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems.
The curriculum covers core areas such as Engineering Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Machine Design, Manufacturing Processes, Control Systems, Materials Science, Engineering Mathematics, Industrial Management, Renewable Energy, Nano Technology and Computational Methods. Practical exposure is provided through laboratory work, industrial training, and hands-on experience with modern engineering tools.
In the final year, students undertake an undergraduate project where they apply their theoretical knowledge to solve real-world engineering challenges. This experience enhances their technical competence, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork skills, preparing them for successful careers in the mechanical engineering industry.
Programme learning outcomes:
PLO1: Apply knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences and engineering fundamentals to the analysis of complex engineering problems.
PLO2: Identify, formulate, research literature, conduct investigations and solve complex engineering problems to provide valid conclusions.
PLO3: Design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs.
PLO4: Conduct investigations of complex problems using research based knowledge and research methods.
PLO5: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools to complex engineering activities.
PLO6: Assess societal, health, safety, legal, cultural and environmental issues related to professional engineering solutions.
PLO7: Demonstrate broad knowledge of sustainable development concepts and practices required for dealing with contemporary issues related to professional engineering practice.
PLO8: Demonstrate broad knowledge of ethical responsibilities and professional standards
PLO9: Demonstrate ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member.
PLO10: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PLO11: Demonstrate broad knowledge of management and business practices, including financial management, risk and change management.
PLO12: Engage in independent and lifelong learning in the broad context of technological Change
Minimum and Maximum period of the study programme:
The minimum duration of the Honours Degree programme starting from level 3 is 5 academic years and the maximum number of academic years a student can spend to complete the degree programme is fifteen (15).
Students with prior academic qualifications beyond standard entry requirements may be eligible for course exemptions based on their learning history.
📌 Exemption Details: Listed under each study program in the Student Guidebook of the respective academic year.
📌 Minimum Credits Requirement: Even with exemptions, students must complete OUSL courses and earn a minimum number of credits to qualify for an award.
📢 How to Apply for Exemptions?
If your qualifications are not listed in the guidebook, you may apply for exemptions by submitting a duly completed application form, available for download on the Faculty Webpage.
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Programme Code :
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BT
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Programme Category :
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Under Graduate Programme
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Conducted by :
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Department of Mechanical Engineeirng, Faculty of Engineering Technology
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Programme duration :
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Minimum 5 Years
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Discipline(s) / Course(s) :
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Mechanical Engineering
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Admission Requirements
• Obtained passes in the subjects, Combined Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination, Sri Lanka, in one & the same sitting, or
• Obtained the Advanced Certificate in Science with courses in the disciplines of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, offered by The OUSL, or
• Obtained a minimum three (3) credit (C) passes for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in Cambridge/Edexcel Advanced Level Examination within three years, or
• Obtained an equivalent or higher qualification acceptable to the Senate.
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Accepting online applications :
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The application issuance for the academic year 2024/2025 is now closed. Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year will be issued in late 2025.
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Closing Date for Applications :
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To be dated |
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Last date for requesting exemptions :
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To be dated |
Student Societies
IMechE The Open University of Sri Lanka Student Chapter
This Under Graduate programme is conducted by the department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Technology. Contact the coordinator, Eng. H.D.N.S. Priyankara for further details.
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Address :
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Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Technology, OUSL, Nawala
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Contact :
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0112881469
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Email :
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