Courses The following are the courses offered by the NA&OE department. 200-Level (typically 3rd class or sophomore year) EN245: Principles of Ocean Systems Engineering (2-2-3) This course provides a broad overview of the engineering disciplines which deal with the ocean environment. Topics include an introduction to engineering design, engineering graphics, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), numerical methods, applied probability and statistics, hydrostatics, stability and buoyancy, ship structures and marine propulsion systems. [fall] EN246: Principles of Naval Architecture (2-2-3) This course provides a broad overview of the engineering disciplines which deal with naval architecture. Topics include an introduction to engineering design, engineering graphics, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), numerical methods, applied probability and statistics, hydrostatics, stability and buoyancy, ship structures and marine propulsion systems. [spring] 300-Level (typically 2nd class or junior year) EN342: Ship Hydrostatics and Stability (3-2-4) Theories and procedures for predicting a ship's hydrostatic response to various conditions are addressed. Methods for computing the stability characteristics of both intact and damaged ships are studied. Floodable length computations are taught. Stability and subdivision criteria are explained. The lines plan for a hull form is developed and analyzed. EN353: Resistance and Propulsion (3-2-4) Topics include dimensional analysis, similitude, wave and viscous resistance of ships, ship-model testing techniques, full-scale performance prediction, momentum theory of propulsive devices and propeller vibrations and design. The course also covers the experimental aspects of marine vehicle resistance and propulsion. EN358 Ship Structures (3-2-4) A course in structural theory and practice. Topics include longitudinal and transverse strength of the hull girder, bending moments in a seaway, plate theory, development of ship structural design, submarine pressure hull design and shipbuilding materials. EN380 Naval Materials Science and Engineering (3-0-3) Deals with the optimal use of materials in ocean systems with emphasis on corrosion prevention. Fracture mechanics and basic materials science. 400-Level (typically 1st class or senior year) EN400: Principles of Ship Performance (3-2-4) (previously Naval Engineering I) An introduction to ship systems, including basic methods of ship procurement, construction and powerplant selection. Principles of ship stability and operability as related to preventive and corrective damage control. [fall, spring] EN411 Ocean Environmental Engineering I (2-2-3) (Formerly EN486F) Introduction to the basic principles and current issues in environmental engineering as applied to the ocean environment. Principal focus is on Marine Pollution: Its Causes, Effects and Remediation. Topical coverage includes chemical and biological considerations in water quality; wastewater treatment and discharge; diffusion and dispersion in estuaries and oceanic environments; maintenance dredging and material disposal; engineering methods used to analyze and mitigate the effects of marine pollution; and environmental ethics, economics and regulatory statutes. [fall] EN412 Ocean Environmental Engineering II (3-0-3) (Formerly EN486G) Basic principles and current issues in environmental engineering as applied to the ocean environment are introduced. Principal focus is on Ocean Resources: Their Identification, Recovery and Utilization. Topical coverage includes the technological aspects of alternate energy sources; deep-ocean oil and gas recovery; desalinization; dredging and uses for dredge spoil; mineral exploitation; ocean depositories; wetlands, reefs and other coastal developments; and environmental economics, ethics, and regulatory statutes. [spring] EN420 Coastal Engineering (2-2-3) A study of littoral drift and wave action on coastal structures. Topics include littoral drift past a river estuary, breakwaters, jetties, groins, and harbor design. [fall] EN425 Ocean Thermal Systems (3-0-3) Applies the concepts of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, psychrometrics and heat transfer to ocean systems and ocean environmental control systems. Includes thermal energy conversion to power cycles, including internal and external combustion engines, and gas turbines. Topics covered include refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pumps, incompressible and compressible flow, mass and energy balances, and heat exchanger designs. [FALL] EN430 Underwater Work Systems (3-0-3) Acquaints the student with design and operational considerations for manned submersibles, unmanned remotely operated vehicles and deep dive systems. EN440 Design of Foundations for Ocean Structures (3-0-3) Design and analysis of gravity pile and anchored foundations for ocean and coastal facilities fixed to the seafloor. Includes recommended practices and procedures for planning, designing and constructing adequate foundations for marine structures. [fall] EN441 Ocean Engineering Structures (3-0-3) Structural design considerations for fixed ocean structures, mooring systems and undersea vehicles are analyzed. Design techniques including matrix methods and finite element analysis are introduced. Boundary conditions, wave effects, foundations, loading and materials considerations are studied. [fall, spring] EN442 Ocean Engineering Structures II (2-2-3) A course in structural design theory and practice. Basic structural elements of offshore and coastal structures are designed using current engineering design codes. Topics include material properties, connection methods, and design of steel, timber, and concrete structures. [fall] EN445 Marine Fabrication Methods (2-2-3) This course presents some of the basic techniques used to fabricate offshore structures and ships. Lecture and lab topics develop an understanding of metal, concrete, and composite construction and quality control methods through the manufacturing and testing of small components representative of those used in the marine environment. An understanding of fabrication specifications is developed through group projects in each material category. EN450 Engineering Economics (3-0-3) Basic methods and reasons for conducting an engineering economic study are presented. Economic criteria are developed. Procedures for making a selection from among a set of technically feasible alternatives associated with these decision-making procedures are discussed. [fall, spring] EN451 Analytical Applications in Ship Design (3-0-3) The design process and analytical tools required for effective decisions in the design of marine systems are studied. Methods for the analysis and transformation of available data are developed and evaluated. Once procedures for establishing the technical feasibility of a design have been addressed, emphasis shifts to the proper resolution of decisions dominated by economic considerations. [fall] EN452 Structural Reliability (3-0-3) (Formerly Advanced Ship Structures) Provides an understanding of the probabilistic nature of the forces acting on a marine structure and the use of current technologies to determine the structural response. A statistical representation of the sea surface is developed in order to determine design values of structural loading. Methods for the reliability assessment of structures are presented. The role of reliability methods in the design of structures and as the basis for design codes is discussed. Case studies on the use of reliability methods in the fatigue of structural details and the design of marine foundations provide the students with real-world applications to complement theoretical studies. Prereq: EN358 or EN441. [spring] EN454 Ship Vibrations (3-0-3) A ship is a complex elastic structure in which vibrations may be caused by periodic forces generated by waves, propellers or machinery. The basic concept of vibrations, as well as hull, propeller, and machinery-induced vibrations are considered. EN455 Seakeeping and Maneuvering (3-2-4) Topics include ship steering, maneuvering, motion and seakeeping. The basic equations of motion for a maneuvering ship and for ship motions in a seaway are developed, and various methods of solution are discussed. The course also covers the experimental aspects of seakeeping and maneuvering. EN456 Advanced Methods in Ship Design (3-0-3) An introduction to computer-aided ship design is presented. Topics include numerical procedures applied to form, stability, resistance, propulsion, motion, maneuvering and strength. EN457 Hydrofoil and Propeller Design (3-0-3) The analysis and design of hydrofoils and marine propellers are presented. Lifting line and lifting surface theories are applied to naval devices. Design and towing tank work supplement recitations. EN458 Advanced Marine Vehicles (2-2-3) Modern watercraft discussed: planning boats, hydrofoil craft, ground-effect machines and combatant and research submersibles. Analysis and design features are investigated experimentally in the towing tank when appropriate. EN461 Ocean Systems Engineering Design I (2-2-3) A detailed study of the engineering design process is undertaken, including requirements definition, design synthesis, alternative evaluation, criteria optimization and project presentation. Practical experience is gained through design of basic structural elements for fixed ocean facilities. EN462 Ocean Systems Engineering Design II (1-4-3) Conceptual design of an ocean engineering system is accomplished by midshipmen teams. The realistic project format followed involves proposal writing, project manager designation, progress reports and design review by experts. EN470 Life Support Systems (3-0-3) The physiological and psychological aspects of man in the sea are presented with the related engineering requirements. Topics include hyperbaric physiology, saturation diving, life support equipment, deep dive systems, diving operations and hazards. EN471 Ship Design I (2-2-3) This course introduces the student to the requirements and procedures for accomplishing the design of a ship. The preliminary design of a small monohull displacement ship is developed. Relevant design resources and techniques are used. EN475 Ocean Engineering Mechanics (3-2-4) Effects of gravity waves on surfaced and submerged floating bodies and on moored and fixed bodies. Measurement techniques discussed include measurements of wave height, wave-induced forces and motions of waves. EN476 Ship Design II (0-6-3) In this course, which represents the culmination of an undergraduate naval architecture program, the student apples engineering skills to the preliminary design of a ship. EN477 Undersea Power Systems (3-0-3) The principles of design of undersea power systems are presented. Topics include batteries, fuel cells, thermoelectrics, magneto hydrodynamics and OTEC. EN478 Submarine Design Analysis (3-0-3) This course is offered to familiarize midshipmen with the naval architectural aspects of submarine design and to expose them to current design analysis methods for submarines. EN482G Ocean Engineering Design Seminar (1-0-1) Series of lectures, films and guest speakers will introduce the students to state-of-the-art technology regarding coastal and offshore construction: from project conception through execution. The O/E design student will be exposed to both the capabilities and limitations of the marine construction industry. EN486H: Structural Engineering of Offshore Platforms (3-0-3) This course is a follow-on course to EN441, Ocean Engineering Structures. It will cover two main topics: Structural Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis related to offshore structures. Structural Analysis lectures will concentrate on lumped mass systems, continuous systems, and systems subjected to random vibrations. The Finite Element Analysis lectures will focus on the basics of finite element modeling of linear systems such as simple offshore platforms and underwater arrays. Prereq: 1/C EOE majors or approval. EN49X: Naval Engineering Research Design Project EN495: Naval Engineering Research Design Project (0-6-3) EN496: Naval Engineering Research Design Project (0-6-3) Each EN49X course designation is an independent research project option for students with an interest in conducting scholarly research in the field with his/her chosen faculty advisor. See the your advisor or a faculty member for more information.

Updated August 19, 2008