Graduation Projects in Electrical Engineering
The Graduation Project sequence (EE1491 and EE1592) is an essential part of the Electrical Engineering program at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University. These two courses are designed to help students bring together everything they have learned during their studies and apply it to real engineering problems.
To start Graduation Project I, students must have completed at least 75% of their total degree requirements, which equals 117 credit hours, and must have passed the course GE1401 – Project Management. This ensures they are prepared to plan, organize, and manage their design work effectively.
Both projects focus on the use of recognized engineering standards and the consideration of realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, ethical, social, and safety factors. The projects are closely aligned with the ABET Student Outcomes, which aim to develop graduates who can solve complex engineering problems, design practical solutions, communicate effectively, work well in teams, analyze data, and continue learning beyond graduation.
Together, these projects give students the chance to experience real engineering practice. They help bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional work by encouraging creativity, teamwork, and responsibility.
Graduation Project I (EE1491)
Level: 8th (Fourth Year)
Credit Hours: 3
Course Type: Departmental Required
Graduation Project I is the first step of the final-year capstone experience. In this course, students identify an engineering problem, analyze it, and plan a complete design solution. They conduct literature reviews, set objectives, define constraints, and propose alternative solutions. Students also learn to plan their time, share responsibilities, and communicate their progress effectively.
By the end of this course, students are expected to demonstrate their ability to identify engineering problems, perform research, plan a project, and present their work clearly. They are assessed through continuous supervision, written reports, and oral presentations.
Assessment:
Students use computer labs equipped with tools such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Proteus, along with electronic instruments and hardware for testing and prototyping.
Graduation Project II (EE1592)
Level: 9th (Fifth Year)
Credit Hours: 3
Course Type: Departmental Required
Pre-requisite: EE1491
Graduation Project II is the continuation of the first project. It focuses on completing the design, building and testing the prototype, and presenting the final results. Students apply design methods, use standards and codes, analyze performance, and refine their solutions based on testing and feedback.
This course also helps students strengthen teamwork, leadership, and communication skills. They are required to write a final report and deliver a public presentation to demonstrate the results of their work.
Assessment:
Facilities and equipment used include CAD tools, laboratory test equipment, and prototyping materials that support students in designing and validating real engineering systems.
Educational Impact
Graduation Projects I and II mark the final and most meaningful stage of the Electrical Engineering program. They allow students to turn their academic learning into practical outcomes, preparing them for professional life or further studies. The projects promote innovation, technical excellence, and teamwork, reflecting the department’s commitment to producing competent engineers who can contribute to the development of the Kingdom and the broader engineering community.
For any Questions, concerns or suggestions, please contact the GP Coordinator: Dr. Hassan M. Hussein Farh: hhhussein@imamu.edu.sa SR87
