MAR8275 : Structural Dynamics of Ships and Offshore structures (Inactive)
MAR8275 : Structural Dynamics of Ships and Offshore structures (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Ling Wan
- Owning School: NUIS
- Teaching Location: Singapore
- Capacity limit: 50 student places
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
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
A1. To introduce dynamic analysis procedures for ships and offshore structures
A2. To gain knowledge on practical methods for analysing dynamic response of fixed and floating structures
A3. To relate dynamic loads and load effects to design of ships and offshore structures
Outline Of Syllabus
Fundamental of structural response analysis; Basic features of dynamic loading and response. Physical properties of dynamic analysis. Waves as an external force. Calculation of the dynamic response of typical structures. Structural finite element analysis. Flow induced oscillations. Effects of structural vibrations. Uses of models to predict dynamic loads and the response of structures.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
IKO 1: Fundamental knowledge of structural dynamics
IKO 2: Single degree and multiple-degree of freedom systems
IKO 3: Soil structure interaction – gravity foundations and piles foundations
IKO 4: Environmental loads and load effects
IKO 5: The principles and procedures of finite element analysis
IKO 6. Criteria for vortex induced oscillations
IKO 7. Fatigue analysis methods
IKO 8. The criteria of failure
Intended Skill Outcomes
ISO 1 - To conduct free and forced vibration analysis of simplified/idealised fixed and floating structures
ISO 2 - To calculate fundamental frequencies and mode shapes of 3D beams
ISO 3 - To perform modal analysis of structures using finite element methods
ISO 4 – Carry out finite element analysis for framework structures and plate structures.
ISO 5 - To evaluate fatigue life of ships and offshore structures by applying simplified fatigue analysis methods
ISO 6 – Have acquired intellectual skills, problem solving skills and IT skills
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Exam preparation and working solutions |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Assimilation, completion and submission of the Post School Assignment (PSA) |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Exam at the end of the intensive school |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Reading and researching the pre-school materials |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 5:00 | 5:00 | Reading and researching the post-school materials |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 35:00 | 35:00 | Intensive School in the form of Lectures, Tutorials and briefing on Post School Assignment (PSA) |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Online discussions with students and Module Leaders/Lecturers on Blackboard |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures are designed to convey the underlying concepts and knowledge of marine structural response analysis (IKO1 –IKO8) and the professional skills required to solve marine structural problems (ISO1 – ISO6).
Tutorials support the students' self-study in reading around the lecture material and learning to solve marine structural problems posed by the tutorial questions (ISO1-ISO6).
Practical sessions are self-organizing activities in which the students develop intellectual and problem-solving skills to analyze marine structures (ISO1- ISO6).
Private study gives time for the students to read recommended references (IKO1-IKO8) and practice their professional skills (ISO1-ISO6).
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 | 120 | 1 | A | 60 | 24 hrs Take home exam (to be submitted within 24 hours of being set) |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 40 | Post-school problem solving exercises - approx. 1500 words (individual assignment) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Knowledge and understanding are assessed through the problem solving exercises submitted via the Report.
An examination enables students to demonstrate their theoretical understanding (IKO1- IKO11) and professional skills (ISO1-ISO11) under time-constraint as required by industry.
The report on the finite element analysis of marine structure tests the students' ability to write reports, apply the taught professional skills and solve marine structural problems (ISO1-ISO6).
Exempt from
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8275's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- MAR8275's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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