MAR8177 : Structural Analysis of Ships and Offshore Energy Systems
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Simon Benson
- Lecturer: Dr Yongchang Pu
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to:
- Apply key industry analysis techniques for the structural analysis of maritime systems including ships,
offshore infrastructure and renewable energy devices
- Explain underlying structural mechanics theory and how this links to analysis techniques
- Interpret and appraise structural analysis results for assessing the structural safety and performance
of maritime systems
Outline Of Syllabus
Modern ships and other marine craft must be lightweight yet also need robustness and longevity. Meanwhile renewable energy (wind, wave, tidal) and other new types of offshore platforms (floating islands, aquaculture, docks) are moving into deeper water, requiring floating structures with similar engineering demands. The integration of structural health monitoring with advanced materials is critical for future digital driven maritime systems.
This module provides the latest knowledge and insight in the design and analysis of these lightweight and complex structures, with an emphasis on finite element analysis using industry leading software including ANSYS, ABAQUS and OrcaFlex.
The syllabus comprises:
- Linear and Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis
- Buckling and ultimate strength
- Vibration.
- Fatigue.
- Structural Health Monitoring
- The application of the latest industry standard software for design and analysis
Teaching provides the latest theory underpinning modern design and analysis methods. Assessment is by exam and a practical analysis exercise on a contemporary structural unit typical of a modern lightweight ship or offshore system.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 32:00 | 32:00 | Examination Revision |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Examination from weeks 2 and 3 material |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 8 | 0:30 | 4:00 | Online week 3 Pre-recorded lectures |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 8 | 0:30 | 4:00 | Online week 2 Pre-recorded lectures |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 12 | 0:30 | 6:00 | Online week 1 pre-recorded lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 60:00 | 60:00 | General revision, reading and consolidating of lecture notes |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 3:00 | 12:00 | Intensive Week 2 Tutorials |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 8 | 3:00 | 24:00 | Intensive Week 1 Tutorials |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 4:00 | 4:00 | Formative feedback session on ANSYS |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 3:00 | 12:00 | Intensive Week 3 Tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Project work | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Coursework preparation using week 1 material |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
- Lectures are designed to convey the underlying concepts and knowledge of marine structural design and
analysis and the professional skills required to solve structural problems
- Tutorials support the students' self study in reading around the lecture material and learning to solve
marine structural problems posed by the tutorial questions
- Independent study gives time for the students to read recommended references and practise their
professional skills
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 | M | 50 | Closed book |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1 | M | 50 | Coursework taking a maximum of 40 hours (3000 words) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | ANSYS Feedback Session. Held in computer cluster |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Written examination 1 will assess the breadth of knowledge, understanding and ability to perform related marine structures calculations. This also allows students to demonstrate intended learning outcomes across a wide range of topics from the syllabus. (IKO1, IKO2, IKO4-IKO7, ISO3-ISO4)
Report 1 provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate written communication, teamwork, planning, organisation, initiative, problem solving and acquisition of learned skills. (IKO3, ISO1-ISO3)
Computer assessment 1 provides students with formative feedback and guidance on the application of ANSYS, which links directly to the requirements of the Report 1 assessment. (IKO3, ISO1)
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8177's Timetable