Course syllabus for Naval architecture

Course syllabus adopted 2021-02-18 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).

Overview

  • Swedish nameFartygskonstruktion
  • CodeMMS205
  • Credits7.5 Credits
  • OwnerMPMOB
  • Education cycleSecond-cycle
  • Main field of studyMechanical Engineering, Shipping and Marine Technology
  • DepartmentMECHANICS AND MARITIME SCIENCES
  • GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail

Course round 1

  • Teaching language English
  • Application code 89129
  • Block schedule
  • Open for exchange studentsYes

Credit distribution

0121 Project, part A 3 c
Grading: UG		 3 c
0221 Project, part B 3 c
Grading: UG		 3 c
0321 Examination 1.5 c
Grading: TH		 1.5 c

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Eligibility

General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)
Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

Specific entry requirements

English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)
Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

Course specific prerequisites

Introduction to propulsion and energy systems for transport and Structural engineering or equivalent.

Aim

Naval Architecture connects multiple engineering disciplines into the design and construction of marine structures, e.g. ships. This course gives specific knowledge of disciplines used in the design of marine structures in the context of the Mobility engineering master's program.

Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)

  • Being able to describe rules and regulations as well as the methodology that are used in the design of marine structures
  • Being able to use domain specific software in the design process of marine structures as well as understanding the theories behind the software.
  • Describe the components of a marine energy system and how they work together
  • Being able to define balances for energy, heat and electricity in marine energy systems
  • Carry out calculations for designing propellers using empirical methods
  • Carry out an empirical resistance prediction of a ship
  • Carry out a hull strength analysis
  • Apply buckling theory of stiffened shell structures i terms of axial, torsional and shear buckling on marine structures
  • Design ship structures based on rules and regulations
  • Be familiar with Ultimate strength as well as structural integrity for ships

Content

Conceptual development of ships (1,5p):
  • Design basis of marine structures
  • Rules and regulations for design of marine structures
  • Computer aided design
Marine energy systems (3p). Builds on and applies the knowledge from Energy systems
  • Marine propulsion systems
  • Engine room design
  • Components in marine energy systems
  • Systems for changing course
  • Resistance components
  • EEDI
  • Empiric resistance prediction
  • Propeller design
Marine structures, 3p
  • Global strength of the hull girder
  • Analysis of stiffened shell structures
  • Applying buckling analysis on marine structures, including axial, torsion and shear buckling
  • Analysis of structural integrity
  • Ultimate strength analysis
  • Quasi-static and dynamic analysis

Organisation

The course comprise of three parts:
  • Conceptual development of ships
  • Marine energy systems
  • Marine structures
The first part of the course - Conceptual development of ships - is based on lectures seminars with teachers from faculty and industry. Also, there are computer exercises to familiarize the students with software specific for ship desing
Second part - Marine energy systesms - is based on lectures and contains one design assignment
Third part - Marine structures - is based on lectures and tutorials. It also has one project assignment

Examination including compulsory elements

Written exam on all parts of the course.

Project assignments with presentation seminars:
  • Marine energy systems: design of an engine room
  • Marine Structures: design of a mid-ship section

The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.