autumn 2017 TEK-3008 Marine Engineering - 10 ECTS

Type of course

The course may be taken as a singular course

Admission requirements

Opptakskode 9371

Course content

  • Introduction to hydrodynamics, linear wave theory and calculation of wave forces on marine structures and pipelines. Both static and dynamic evaluations are carried out and extreme values are being calculated.
  • Introduction to wind and wind loads
  • Principles for the dimensioning of structures.
  • Stability of floating structures an introduction to the design of offshore pipelines.
  • Realistic design of fixed space frame offshore structures


Recommended prerequisites

STA-2001 Stochastic Processes

Objectives of the course

Knowledge

The student:

  • will be able to explain basic definition, concept and theoretical fundament of marine engineering.
  • will be able to understand and analysis of waves and forces from waves on marine structures.
  • will be able to understand and analysis of wind and forces from wind on structures exposed to wind load.
  • will be able to understand of dynamic effects related to marine structures.
  • will be able to understand a realistic design of marine structures.

 

Skills

The student:

  • will be able to carry out and make use of existing knowledge and theories of marine engineering in a real situations.
  • will be able to develop plans for collection of data and analysis of dynamic effect related to marine structures.
  • will be able to illustrate principles for dimensioning of structures and  how to analysis and control the floating stability of marine floating structures.

 

Competence  

The students:

  • will be able to utilize marine engineering theories to identify and analysis of technical solutions for use in the marine environment.
  • will be able to reflect on their professional practice, work in groups, manage report writing, presentation, and  function in a multi-disciplinary team.


Language of instruction and examination

English

Teaching methods

Lectures, project and home exercise.

Assessment

 4-hour written exam. Letter grading A - F.

Recommended reading/syllabus

The syllabus will be presented in the beginning of the course.

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  • About the course
  • Campus: Tromsø |
  • ECTS: 10
  • Course code: TEK-3008