MAR8179 : Experimental and Computational Hydrodynamics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Weichao Shi
- Lecturer: Dr Simon Benson
- 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:
- Introduce and apply computational analysis methods for the analysis of maritime vessels, and marine and
offshore structures
- Explain underlying hydrodynamics theory for potential and Newtonian flow and how link this to analysis
techniques
- Demonstrate the use of experimental hydrodynamics facilities through hands-on project-based learning
Outline Of Syllabus
Ships and other maritime systems are increasingly designed and analysed using digital and computational methods. There is also continuing high demand for experimental testing to validate and extend numerical approaches. The combination of numerical and experimental analysis can capture the complex and uncertain nature of the ocean and how it interacts with systems including drag, propulsion and motion. Experimental facilities continue to be built and enhanced across the world, and naval architects will inevitably access these facilities either as analysts within the facility or project engineers requiring testing services.
The syllabus comprises:
- Strip theory
- Diffraction theory
- Navier-Stokes equation
- Theory of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Towing tank experiments
- Seakeeping experiments
This module provides you with essential knowledge for dealing with complex hydrodynamic issues encountered in the marine and offshore industries and the application of hydrodynamic modelling and testing, as well as using the unique suite of facilities at Newcastle, including:
- Hydrodynamics software including CFD (Fluent, CFX), wave-structure interaction (SESAM) and hydro-structural-physics (OrcaFlex)
- The cavitation tunnel for propeller, propulsor and turbine testing
- The towing tank for drag and seakeeping testing
- The wind, wave, current tank for specialist testing in combined sea conditions
The wide applicability of our facilities gives you unique hands-on experience of testing from model preparation, experiment design, testing and analysis of results. This provides you with experience and confidence for your future career when commissioning or carrying out physical testing.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 6 | 2:00 | 12:00 | Scheduled Lecture sessions (to be recapped) in Week 1 and Week 2 |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 1 | 24:00 | 24:00 | Pre-recorded lecture materials |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 52:00 | 52:00 | Preparation and submission of coursework |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Examination |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Exam Revision |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 5:00 | 10:00 | Practical in week 3: Structure Lab/Software |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 90:00 | 90:00 | Review and study lecture materials and notes |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lecture notes, lecture videos and pre-reading materials given out on Canvas together will familiarise students with the concepts of experimental and computational hydrodynamics topics. Lectures will formalise learning related to the fundamental subject of strip theory, Navier-stoke equation, diffraction theory, and computational fluid dynamics.
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 | 2 | M | 50 | 2 hour written exam |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | Coursework for towing tank and seakeeping experiments (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 | 2 | M | Online test (Formative assessment held in mid-Semester 2 |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Written examination 1 will assess the understanding and retention of theoretical knowledge. This allows students to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and the possession of subject-specific, cognitive skills. This also allows students to demonstrate intended learning outcomes across a wide range of topics described in the syllabus. (IKO1-IKO2, ISO1-ISO2)
Written exercise 1 will evaluate the practical skills in utilizing computational and experimental facilities to address real-world marine and offshore challenges. (IKO3, ISO3-ISO4)
Computer assessment 1 will provide formative feedback to students on their understanding of key module learning outcomes mid-way through the module. (IKO1-IKO3)
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8179's Timetable