MAR8175 : Fundamentals of Marine Technology
MAR8175 : Fundamentals of Marine Technology
- Offered for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Rosemary Norman
- Lecturer: Dr David Trodden, Dr Maryam Haroutunian, Dr Kayvan Pazouki, Professor Zhiqiang Hu
- 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
The Fundamentals of Marine Technology aims to provide students from a range of different backgrounds with the fundamental knowledge relevant to a range of different maritime topics. This will form the basis for further study in the student’s chosen specialism of Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Subsea Engineering or Offshore Renewables.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module syllabus comprises a series of pillar topics relevant across the breadth of Marine Technology:
Trends - Offshore Renewable Energy: Develop broad technical knowledge of the types, functions and future trends for offshore renewable technologies.
Propulsion: Learn the technical approach to specify, design and analyse propellers to match their demand at sea.
Naval Architecture: Learn fundamentals of ship stability, ship resistance calculations and seakeeping.
Power and Energy Management: Understand how modern electrical power systems are designed and controlled for marine technologies.
Environmental Impact of Maritime Operations: Develop a broad understanding of environmental impacts and pollution prevention measures for maritime operations
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
In completing this module, students will be able to:
IKO1: Evaluate the factors that influence the seaworthiness of maritime assets (M2).
IKO2: Understand the power requirements and energy management of maritime assets (M1, M3).
IKO3: Understand the latest technology trends in the maritime sector (M4).
IKO4: Evaluate the environmental credibility of maritime systems in line with international regulations (M7)
Intended Skill Outcomes
In completing this module students will be able to:
ISO1: Analyse the seaworthiness of maritime assets (M2).
ISO2: Apply mathematical tools to analyse the power and energy in maritime engineering systems (M1.
ISO3: Select and apply appropriate techniques to analyse the performance of maritime systems (M3).
ISO4: Critically evaluate technical literature used in solving problems in maritime engineering (M4).
ISO6: Evaluate the environmental impact of selected maritime systems (M7).
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 18 | 2:00 | 36:00 | Scheduled lecture sessions |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 38:00 | 38:00 | Preparation of coursework |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 40 | 1:00 | 40:00 | Online resources for student study |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | Practical Tutorials using Software |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Introductory Laboratory sessions including demonstrations of key concepts |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | Scheduled tutorial sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | Completion of in-class timed assessment |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 0:30 | 0:30 | Presentation |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 69:00 | 69:00 | Review and study lecture materials and notes |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module will consist of in person lectures, tutorials 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 (IKO1-4). In the tutorial and practical sessions the students are provided with the opportunity to gain oral feedback from the lecturing staff.
The independent study time is essential for students to work through the lecture material, in their own time and at their own pace (ISO1-4).
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 50 | Canvas based timed, in-class assessment (M1,M3,M4,M7) |
| Case study | 1 | M | 50 | Presentation and submission of slides (M1-M3) |
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 | Canvas quiz to provide formative feedback |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The canvas-based computer assessment affords students the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding, critical thinking and analytical skills with regard to the power and energy requirements of maritime systems and the environmental credibility of maritime assets. (IKO2-4; ISO2-4) (M1, M3, M4, M7)
The presentation gives students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate the factors influencing the seaworthiness of maritime assets and to analyse the power requirements in maritime engineering systems. (IKO1,2; ISO1-2) (M1, M2, M3)
The formative assessment will be used to support the students’ understanding of maritime systems and how to evaluate the environmental credibility of maritime assets.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MAR8175's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- MAR8175's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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