MAR8188 : Ocean Energy Systems Engineering
- Offered for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Weichao Shi
- Co-Module Leader: Professor Zhiqiang Hu, Dr Narakorn Srinil
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to:
- Demonstrate the fundamentals of developing ocean renewable energy systems, including wind, wave and tidal energy.
- Provide knowledge in design and analysis of the renewable energy devices.
- To introduce the basic design concepts for fixed and floating platforms for ocean energy systems.
- To provide fundamental knowledge to understand key factors influencing the dynamic behaviours of the fixed and floating foundations.
- To develop computational skills to predict the dynamic motion and structural response of offshore fixed and floating foundations.
Outline Of Syllabus
Ocean energy systems, including renewables and traditional fossil energy are playing a crucial role in supplying global energy demands. Energy systems are increasing in size, complexity and are operating in deeper and harsher environments. New renewable energy devices emerge. Complex systems including moorings, cables and risers are challenging to be designed and analysed. The module examines several crucial aspects of these systems.
The syllabus comprises:
- Ocean energy resources and ocean environmental conditions.
- Ocean renewable energy systems, wind, wave and tidal energy.
- Design and analysis of renewable energy harvesting technologies.
- Dynamics of fixed and floating foundations.
- Marine risers, mooring lines and vortex-induced vibrations.
The module will be assessed through a written examination.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 18 | 2:00 | 36:00 | Lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Examination |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured research and reading activities | 1 | 86:00 | 86:00 | Revision and Examination Preparation |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 6:00 | 6:00 | Tutorial based on practical demonstrations |
| Guided Independent Study | Skills practice | 1 | 25:00 | 25:00 | Further reading of the recommended learning material |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 44:00 | 44:00 | Study and review of learning material |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module will consist of lectures, a tutorial and online resources which provide students with a structured format to assimilate the knowledge content and define the scope of each of the syllabus topics.
The exercise and tutorial session provide students with the opportunity to gain feedback which enhances their learning which can be further applied in their summative assessment.
The independent study time is essential for students to work through the lecture material, in their own time and at their own pace.
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 | 2 | A | 100 | Written Exam (M1-M6) |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | Classroom tutorial questions and feedback (1 hour session). |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The Written Examination allows the students to demonstrate their basic knowledge and understanding of the subject (IKO1-6; M1-M6) as well as to demonstrate their problem-solving skills (ISO1-6; M1-M6) through short subject specific problems, under time constraints. This is similar to time constrained problems found in an industry setting.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8188's Timetable