Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

This module aims to expand upon the experimental and semi-empirical methods of previous years by introducing numerical concepts to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of ship hydrodynamics.

Outline Of Syllabus

Topics include:
Nature of hull forms: Nature of ship flow (Resistance & Wake); basic theory for computational flow & resistance; Computational methods for prediction of flow around the hull and that of ship resistance;; Hydrodynamic bulbous bow and design; Hydrodynamic aft-body design.

Fundamental theories of propeller action, propeller design and analysis methods; Unconventional propulsors.

The practical application of a ship manoeuvring simulation is explored together with numerical methods used for its implementation. Practical issues of operability are explored together with how operation effects manoeuvring. Practical control mechanisms are discussed.

Classical optimisation methods, unconstrained optimisation, equality and multi-criteria approaches, first/second order SLP, integer variables, computing aspects, and uncertainty in optimisation models.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

On completing this module the students will be able to:

IKO1. Describe the physical phenomena and associated hyrodynamic principles relating to advance ship hull and propulsor flow as well as resistance and propulsion (C1, C2);
IKO2. Analyse the advanced computational techniques to model ship/propeller flow as well as predicting/ analysing resistance and propulsion performance (C1, C2, C3);
IKO3, Review types and applications of unconventional propulsion systems (C14).
IKO4: Apply a ship manoeuvring simulator to evaluate manoeuvring standards (C5)
IKO5: Evaluate various optimisation techniques and their application to engineering design problems (C1, C2, C3).

Intended Skill Outcomes

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

ISO1. Review advanced computational tools for modelling of hull and propeller flow as well as to
predict the resistance and propellor performance (C3);
ISO2. Hydrodynamic design and analysis of hullforms and propulsors (C5);
ISO4. Apply a ship manoeuvring simulator to study practical problems and formally report on the outcome (C5).
ISO5: Appraise the merits of various manoeuvring/propulsion devices and control systems and select appropriately
for various applications (C4, C16).
ISO6: Demonstrate how various optimisation algorithms can be used with benefit to engineering problems (C1, C2, C3).

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

Knowledge of ship hydrodynamics and the role of optimisation in engineering design is delivered through lectures (IKO1-5) , A greater in-depth appraisal of learning outcomes is gained by undertaking the problem solving exercises (ISO1-6).

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The coursework allows the students to demonstrate written communication, planning and organisation, problem solving, numeracy and computer literacy and associated cognitive skills (ISO1-6). The written examination demonstrates the student's ability to retain knowledge and solve problems (IKO1-5).

General Notes

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