MAR8176 : Fundamentals of Ship Science
MAR8176 : Fundamentals of Ship Science
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Professor Zhiqiang Hu
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
NONE
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
NONE
Aims
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Appreciate the approaches used in real and inviscid fluid mechanics and be able to undertake basic analysis of simplified flows
- Explain how the structural strength concepts are applied to simple structural forms and to the design of the amidships-section of a ship
- Explain fundamental physical (geometric, hydrostatic & hydrodynamic and structural), economic and control concepts utilising appropriate mathematical formulations.
- Recognise conflicts within the design process and the need for both technical and economic considerations within a design.
- Apply relevant analytical and numerical tools required to undertake practical calculations
- Recognise and appreciate the fundamental concepts used to provide estimates of the resistance components of ships and the provision of an appropriate means of propulsion using basic propeller design methods
- Select machinery suitable for ship propulsion
Outline Of Syllabus
Fluid Mechanics: Overviews the Fundamental concepts underpinning fluid motions and forces as used in many of the other topics.
Ship Hydrostatics: Fundamental concepts of the equilibrium and stability of floating bodies including volume and mass effects. An introduction to maritime transport.
Ship Resistance & Propulsion: Introduction to ship resistance and propulsion with associated definitions.
Ship Structures: The longitudinal strength of ship hull girder and the associated structural components and nomenclature.
Ship Design & Economics: Introduction to Ship Design, Ship Operation and the Physical Ocean Environment.
Marine Engineering: Overview of main engine selection considerations and typical machinery layouts. Stern tubes and seals.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
IKO1: Apply that knowledge to more advanced situations provided in the coursework (M16, M17)
IKO2: Possess sufficient fundamental knowledge in the identified subject areas to those without a naval architecture first degree to undertake other courses within the MSc programme (M2, M3)
IKO3: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts and the technical language associated with each of the topics covered (M1)
Intended Skill Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module, students will be able to:
ISO1: Appreciate the fundamental concepts and the technical language associated with each of the topics covered (M1)
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 12 | 1:00 | 12:00 | Guided learning, including Q&A sessions. |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 24:00 | 24:00 | Revision and completion of examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 12 | 2:00 | 24:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Follow-up work |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | Wider Reading and practice |
| Guided Independent Study | Distance Learning Advance Preparation | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Preparation for Scheduled Sessions |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Knowledge and appraisal are assessed via the unseen online examination. Subject-specific and cognitive skills are assessed via the examination and guided learning, as are communication skills (IKO1-3, ISO-1).
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 180 | 1 | M | 100 | Online examination to take place four weeks after the end of the block teaching week. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Knowledge is assessed via the examination (IKO1-3). Subject-specific and cognitive skills are assessed via the examination and guided learning, as are communication skills (ISO1-3, IKO1)
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8176's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- MAR8176's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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