MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering
Program Overview
As renewable energy has become a fundamental pillar of Saudi Arabia Vision 2030, the Master of Science in Renewable Energy Engineering Program has been established at Al-Bha University in 2021. It is a joint effort of two departments across Al-Baha University; Department of Electrical Engineering and Department of Mechanical Engineering. It aligns with Al Baha University's mission to improve the quality of scientific research, provide innovative researchers, and contribute to finding technical solutions to societal problems.
The primary goals of this program are to provide in-depth knowledge and skills necessary to deliver distinguished education in the fields of renewable energy technologies such as solar energy, wind energy, hydrogen energy, and other recent technologies. It also contributes to meeting the Kingdom's need for specialists in renewable energy engineering.
The Master of Science in Renewable Engineering Program enables the students to solve modern problems in renewable energy field by applying specialized engineering concepts, mathematics, and science. Consequently, it enables the students to analyze and interpret the body of scientific literature, contemporary issues and innovations in this field. This program is tailored to meet local and regional labor market needs; adhering to the national qualification framework (NQF) and National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation (NCAAA) accreditation standards.
Vision, Mission, and Goals of the Program
Vision:
To be an academic and scientific research program in renewable energy engineering at domestic and international levels, and supports sustainable development and serve the vision of the kingdom.
Mission:
Goals
(1) Enhancing the quality and efficiency of teaching and learning to provide graduate students with scientific theories, practical skills, design, and implementation in the field of renewable energy engineering.
(2) Preparing qualified graduates to develop their professional and scientific interests, through an in-depth study, to address open research problems in renewable energy and apply the acquired knowledge in industry.
(3) Promoting community partnerships in renewable energy fields.
(4) Professional development through self-learning and achieving eligibility in the case of aspirants seeking to promote their education and skills with advanced Ph.D. academic degrees.
Program Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
(1) Memorize the knowledge of mathematics and sciences in a creative and innovative way to develop and produce useful products and/or services for society.
(2) Describe engineering methods and processes used in the analysis and design of renewable energy systems.
(3) Recognize knowledge of concepts, ideas, and theories in renewable energy engineering.
Skills
(1) Solve modern problems in renewable energy field by applying specialized engineering concepts, mathematics, and science.
(2) Review, analyze, and interpret the body of scientific literature, contemporary issues and innovations in the renewable energy area.
(3) Apply knowledge of specialized engineering concepts and designs to produce solutions that meet specified needs and understand the impact of the engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
(4) Validate innovations and discoveries in the lab or real-world settings in efficient and effective ways utilizing modern engineering tools.
(5) Explore computational resources such as computers, digital, and information technologies to support specialized research, projects, and to effectively write and present the research output in international journals, conferences, and patents.
Values, Autonomy, and Responsibility
(1) Accomplish common goals within a team and be capable of occupying leadership positions.
(2) Acquire new knowledge using appropriate learning strategies to conduct and produce quality research in renewable energy field.
(3) Conduct and produce quality research in renewable energy engineering, and understand professional and ethical responsibility.
Graduate Attributes for the Program
(1) Critical Thinking and Evaluating Concepts: Ability to think critically, integrating concepts and practices, and form opinions carefully.
(2) Continuous Self-Education: Ability to acquire new knowledge on an ongoing basis.
(3) Communication, Professional Behaviors, and Collaboration & Teamwork Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with others, conveys ideas and concepts, and implement professional behaviors in a team environment.
(4) Planning and Organizational Skills: Ability to set plans and strategies and provide initiatives for a given environment.
(5) Competency to Solve Engineering Problems: Ability to solve engineering problems using principles, tools and practices.
(6) Analysis and Interpretation: Ability to analyze and interpret data and information.
Files and Evidence
Study Plan for the Master of Science in Renewable Energy Program
Advisory Board of the Master of Science in Renewable Energy Program.
Brochure_Master of Science in REENGP.
Master of Science Admission Manual in Renewable Energy Engineering
Vision, Mission and Goals of Master of Science in Renewable Energy Program .
Program Learning Outcomes of Master of Science in Renewable Energy Program.
Student Club at the College of Engineering.
Manual including suitable information for all stakeholders Program description, performance, and achievements.
Handbook of Electrical Engineering Department.
Laboratory Technician Duties & Responsibilities .
List of guides and regulations needed by the student in the Electrical Engineering Department.
Evaluation form for faculty members.
Evaluation form for Heads of departments.
Evaluation form for administrative job.
