MAR3040 : Further Ship Hydrodynamics
MAR3040 : Further Ship Hydrodynamics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr David Trodden
- 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 | |
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
This module aims to expand upon the experimental and semi-empirical methods of previous years by introducing numerical concepts to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of ship hydrodynamics.
Outline Of Syllabus
Topics include:
Nature of hull forms: Nature of ship flow (Resistance & Wake); basic theory for computational flow & resistance; Computational methods for prediction of flow around the hull and that of ship resistance;; Hydrodynamic bulbous bow and design; Hydrodynamic aft-body design.
Fundamental theories of propeller action, propeller design and analysis methods; Unconventional propulsors.
The practical application of a ship manoeuvring simulation is explored together with numerical methods used for its implementation. Practical issues of operability are explored together with how operation effects manoeuvring. Practical control mechanisms are discussed.
Classical optimisation methods, unconstrained optimisation, equality and multi-criteria approaches, first/second order SLP, integer variables, computing aspects, and uncertainty in optimisation models.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
On completing this module the students will be able to:
IKO1. Describe the physical phenomena and associated hyrodynamic principles relating to advance ship hull and propulsor flow as well as resistance and propulsion (C1, C2);
IKO2. Analyse the advanced computational techniques to model ship/propeller flow as well as predicting/ analysing resistance and propulsion performance (C1, C2, C3);
IKO3, Review types and applications of unconventional propulsion systems (C14).
IKO4: Apply a ship manoeuvring simulator to evaluate manoeuvring standards (C5)
IKO5: Evaluate various optimisation techniques and their application to engineering design problems (C1, C2, C3).
Intended Skill Outcomes
On completion of this module, students will be able to:
ISO1. Review advanced computational tools for modelling of hull and propeller flow as well as to
predict the resistance and propellor performance (C3);
ISO2. Hydrodynamic design and analysis of hullforms and propulsors (C5);
ISO4. Apply a ship manoeuvring simulator to study practical problems and formally report on the outcome (C5).
ISO5: Appraise the merits of various manoeuvring/propulsion devices and control systems and select appropriately
for various applications (C4, C16).
ISO6: Demonstrate how various optimisation algorithms can be used with benefit to engineering problems (C1, C2, C3).
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
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Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 99 | 1:00 | 99:00 | Study and review of learning materials |
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 26 | 1:00 | 26:00 | Lectures |
Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Coursework completion, exam preparation and assessment |
Structured Guided Learning | Academic skills activities | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Research based upon design exercise |
Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | Demonstrations, problem solving exercises |
Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Knowledge of ship hydrodynamics and the role of optimisation in engineering design is delivered through lectures (IKO1-5) , A greater in-depth appraisal of learning outcomes is gained by undertaking the problem solving exercises (ISO1-6).
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
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Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 70 | N/A |
Other Assessment
Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
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Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 30 | Exercise to estimate ship manoeuvring capabilities |
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 |
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Computer assessment | 1 | M | Canvas Quiz on development of a potential flow model for estimating wave making resistance (Sem 1) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The coursework allows the students to demonstrate written communication, planning and organisation, problem solving, numeracy and computer literacy and associated cognitive skills (ISO1-6). The written examination demonstrates the student's ability to retain knowledge and solve problems (IKO1-5).
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR3040's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- MAR3040's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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