Sept 2021 Entry
Programme code: JS3741
4 years
124 (plus training credits)
Students may be required to take an extra subject in Physics depending on their entry qualifications.
Scheme Leader
Prof. Tat Leung Chan
PhD, Ir, Eur Ing, CEng, RPE, FASME, FHKIE, FIMechE, FSAE
Programme Leader - BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Dr Hai Min Yao
BEng, MEng, Dr.rer.nat.
Programme Leader - BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
Dr Randolph Chi Kin Leung
BEng, PhD
Admission to BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering or BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
Students who want to study in either the BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering programme or the BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design should apply for admission to the BEng(Hons) Scheme in Mechanical Engineering.
Deferred Choice between BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering and BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has merged two undergraduate programmes, BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering and BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design, into the BEng(Hons) Scheme in Mechanical Engineering. Students admitted to the scheme study together during the first two years and then complete their preferred programme (one of the above two programmes), normally within two years. Under this arrangement, students are able to make their choice of study after they have obtained a better understanding of the programmes. There is no quota restriction on students choosing the BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering or the BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design.
BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes
We aim to educate professional mechanical engineers who are able to use up-to-date technology to solve and manage multidisciplinary engineering problems for various engineering/business sectors.
Graduates of the programme are expected to:
Programme Characteristics
After our students have received a broad and solid foundation in areas including physics, mathematics, computing, engineering sciences, design and manufacturing, they are able to apply their knowledge and skills to certain clusters:
BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes
This unique interdisciplinary programme aims to enable students to synthesise technology, design and business in the development of high-quality innovative products. It provides graduates with the fundamental knowledge, skills, techniques and global insight needed to develop creative products that are competitively priced, meet international standards for quality and can be successfully marketed. Graduates usually serve the community as professional design engineers, engineering designers or product innovation specialists. They are expected to play important roles in Hong Kong’s evolving industry, from ODM to innovative OBM. Graduates of the programme are expected to have:
Programme Characteristics
The programme provides comprehensive education and training in design, development and analysis for engineering and product innovation, enabling graduates to synthesise product design, technology and business to produce successful new products that satisfy market needs. The programme adopts learning outcome oriented, integrative and real life design project based teaching and learning approaches, helping students to develop their knowledge in engineering innovation, product development and marketing. We help our students to develop their communication, teamwork innovation, project management and self-learning skills. Students are also given opportunities for extensive practical training through international or local attachments in professional design consultancy firms or industrial R&D departments for two to six months to strengthen their ability to integrate knowledge into design engineering activities in a realistic industrial context. Thus, graduates are able to play leading roles in the industry by virtue of their well-balanced education and practical training in design engineering innovation and product development.
For both programmes:
Professional Recognition
Both programmes have been granted full accreditation by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) in the relevant disciplines.
Career Prospects
BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Due to their broad and solid knowledge in engineering and the sciences, and their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to tackle complicated multidisciplinary engineering problems, our graduates are able to start their careers as mechanical engineers, design engineers, manufacturing and process engineers, service engineers, consultant engineers or project engineers. They can find excellent employment opportunities in the aviation and aeronautical engineering industries, public utility companies, the building services sector, engineering consultancy firms, the construction industry, the environmental, electronic and manufacturing industries, the information technology sector, government departments and educational institutions.
BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
Graduates of the BEng PAED have excellent opportunities to start their careers in the product design and development, engineering consultancy, environmental engineering and manufacturing sectors. Due to their ability to integrate engineering with product design and their experience of performing design projects, our graduates have the competence to work as design engineers or project coordinators. The programme provides graduates with a very good foundation in mechanical engineering and its applications, along with product and system design. Thus, our graduates are able to pursue careers as mechanical engineers.
In addition to serving the community and industry as engineers, developing their own businesses is a possible career for our graduates. Making use of their knowledge of business, marketing and product innovation, some graduates start their own businesses in the design and development of new products.
The first year of the scheme adopts the first-year curriculum common to most programmes in the Engineering Faculty. It includes fundamentals in physics, mathematics and information technology. In addition, enhancements in languages and General Education are provided.
The curriculum in the second year is common to both programmes. In addition to fundamentals in materials engineering, engineering mechanics, electricity and electronics, computing, and engineering design, enhancements in mathematics, languages and General Education are provided. As well as studying the same academic subjects, students undertake the same Industrial Training programmes during the first two years.
BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
The third and fourth years provide core knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials, design and manufacture, dynamics and control and advanced mathematics, and in-depth studies in communication and mechanical engineering. Students can choose Elective Subjects in the following clusters:
In the fourth year, students are required to complete a final-year Capstone Project.
BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design
The third and fourth years provide core knowledge of thermo-fluid mechanics, dynamics and control, mechatronics, materials and design, and industrial and engineering design, and in-depth studies in communication and design techniques.
In the fourth year, students are required to complete a final-year Capstone Design Project, which may involve industrial sponsorship and the production of a prototype.
Satisfy the University's General Entrance Requirements.
There is no compulsory subject requirement. Preferred subject(s) with the highest weighting for admission score calculation include(s):
For further programme information, please contact:
The ME General Office (tel: 2766 6657; email: mmquiry@polyu.edu.hk).
BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (2020 graduate) Quality Assurance Engineer II, MTR Corporation Limited
I am currently working at MTR Corporation Limited in the role of Quality Assurance Engineer II. I am in charge of the delivery of product and service assurance through adherence to a quality management system that is robust, effective, efficient and continuously improved upon when deficiencies and risks are identified throughout the project life-cycle. The ME programme was very helpful to my current job in areas such as audit and surveillance of E&M works. The course gave me a good foundation of engineering knowledge, enabling me to offer fair judgements in technical assessments. Therefore, I would like to thank the ME Department. I hope that my junior fellows enjoy their studies and look forward to a wonderful future. LEE Ka Yip, Patrick |  |
 | BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design (2019 graduate) Graduate Engineer, Main Kind Industrial Limited
Unlike traditional mechanical engineering programmes, the BEng (Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design (PAED) focuses on developing students’ inter-disciplinary expertise in high-end product design and development. It covers not only fundamental mechanical engineering subjects, but also product innovation, marketing and design subjects. The programme offered me ample learning experiences. The student exchange study, final-year project and alumni dinner gave me valuable opportunities to build my professionalism. I am well on the way to becoming an engineer with the backing of ME.
Some people say, “An engineer can turn an idea into reality and change the world!” I recommend this programme to those who are innovative and passionate. KONG Yuk Ying, Iris |
BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (2019 graduate) Research Assistant, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Studying Mechanical Engineering gave me a solid understanding of engineering mathematics, mechanics and materials, thermodynamics, engineering design, manufacturing and other interesting topics. These are the fundamentals for most engineering careers, such as roles in aviation, public utilities, building services, consultancy and contracting. I have always emphasised effectiveness and efficiency when facing engineering problems. Taught by experienced and dedicated professors and teaching fellows, we become excellent problem solvers and uphold a good reputation in the industry.
Soft skills are as critical as management skills for mechanical engineers. PolyU and the ME department offer opportunities for students’ all-round development, such as overseas internships, open competitions and scholarships. I worked as a research assistant at a university in Korea, gaining insight into mixed reality and Industry 4.0, and working with international colleagues. I also participated in the ASME Student Design Competition in America and ABU Robocon in Hong Kong, equipping myself with theoretical and practical knowledge of robotics development and project management experience. CHEUNG Lap Wing |  |
 | BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (2019 graduate)
Learning at PolyU is rewarding. The Department of Mechanical Engineering provides numerous learning opportunities for students' all-round development. For example, I entered two competitions, which gave me valuable experiences that I could never have learned in class. These experiences polished my hard and soft skills, enabling me to apply them in my future career. Apart from that, ME has very strong alumni connections, which provides us with valuable opportunities to obtain career advice. I gained practical experience and received professional advice from my alumni mentors. They helped me greatly to determine my professional/academic path in life.
I hope that I will be one of the generous alumni who offer guidance to their juniors and help them to overcome their difficulties. CHOW Hung Ming, Roy |
BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design (2017 graduate) Mechanical Engineer, ASM Technology Hong Kong Limited
I joined ASM Technology Hong Kong Limited after graduating from the BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design programme. Currently, my job involves engineering design for semiconductor processing equipment. The programme provided me with engineering knowledge in different fields, as well as the skills needed for the integration of real projects. What I learned closely matches the needs of my job now. The programme offers courses on mechatronics, mechanics of materials, design for manufacturing, etc., which helped me to handle engineering design and prepared me for my future career development.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering also provided many opportunities for me to gain hands-on experience of engineering projects. The projects cover different product development stages, including market research, engineering design and analysis, and prototype making. The practical experience I attained during my undergraduate study made me a fast learner in my current position and enabled me to apply my technical knowledge effectively. The PolyU BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design programme paved my way for a bright professional future. I am glad to have had this life-changing experience. LEUNG Yue Tong |  |
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