| Course: | EN221 |
| Title: | Engr Mech W/Marine Apps I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | First course in two-semester sequence covering the principles of engineering mechanics of rigid and deformable bodies for naval architecture students. Topics in the first course include forces, moments, static equilibrium, stress, strain, stress-strain relations and transformations, torsions in shafts, flexure in beams, column buckling, and temperature effects. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3/C ENA major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN222 |
| Title: | Engr Mech W/Marine Apps Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The second course in a two semester sequence covering the principles of engineering mechanics of rigid and deformable bodies for naval architecture students. Topics in the second course include: generalized Hooke's Law and states of stress, structural failure theories, motion of a point, energy methods, impact loadings, momentum methods, planar kinematics of rigid bodies, energy and momentum in rigid body dynamics and single DOF vibration analysis. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN221. Prereq: EN221 Coreq: Prereq: EN221 Coreq: Prereq: EN221 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN245 |
| Title: | Principles Of Ocean Systems Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces new ocean engineering majors to the general problems and design practices in the areas of the ocean environment, coastal engineering, offshore structures, ocean materials, ocean acoustics, and underwater systems. Basic naval architecture principles are also covered, including hydrostatics, stability and buoyancy, and powering. The use of laboratory experiments and computer-aided drafting (CAD), are emphasized. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN247 |
| Title: | Principles Of Naval Arch & Marine Engr |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course, which is intended for midshipmen majoring in naval architecture, provides an overview of topics paramount to ship design. Topics include introductions to engineering design, engineering graphics, numerical methods, buoyancy, ship structures, and marine propulsion systems. A design project is used to provide students with a hands-on experience in designing a simple vessel. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENM major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN330 |
| Title: | Probs & Stats W/ Ocean Appls |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Covers the basic concepts of probability and statistics with the aim of providing an understanding of the probabilistic nature of the forces acting on a marine structure. A statistical representation of the sea surface is developed in order to determine design values for structural loading and vehicle motion. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and (EN245 or EN247). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EN340 |
| Title: | Engineering Analysis & Graphics |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | This course will cover computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering graphics using Solidworks and Google SketchUp with concentration on the development of engineering design drawings. Students will be exposed to a range of advanced engineering analysis tools in SolidWorks including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), structural analysis, structural frequency analysis, and design optimization. Best practices in the communication of technical analyses will be presented. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 Coreq: EM324 OR EM324L Prereq: EN245 Coreq: EM324 OR EM324L Prereq |
| Course: | EN342 |
| Title: | Ship Hydrostatics And Stability |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | 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. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 or EN247. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN350 |
| Title: | Marine Engineering Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course expands on how the major shipboard machinery systems impact the ship design process and the resulting ship. the basic characteristics of common machinery and electrical and piping distributive systems are introduced along with how specifications and drawings are developed for specific ship designs. Lectures are complemented by hands-on labs and field trips to various vessels. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: EM316 or EM324. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN353 |
| Title: | Resistance And Propulsion |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | 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. This course also covers the experimental aspects of marine vehicle resistance and propulsion. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EN245 or EN247) and (EM316 or EM324). Prereq: (EN245 OR EN247) AND (EM |
| Course: | EN358 |
| Title: | Ship Structures |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | 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, Finite Element analysis, and applications of shipbuilding materials. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 or EN222; Coreq: EN353. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | EN380 |
| Title: | Naval Materials Science And Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course addresses the optimal use of materials in ocean systems with emphasis on corrosion prevention, fracture mechanics, and basic materials science. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Chemistry II (SC112 or SC151); Coreq: EM217 or EN222. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | EN400 |
| Title: | Principles Of Ship Performance |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to the applied science of ship systems. The course describes ships and submarines and how they remain afloat from a design and application perspective. Included are topics in hydrostatics, ship stability and operability, materials, fluid dynamics and propulsion. EN400 is an appropriate substitute for all majors where EN200 is required. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C standing or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN401 |
| Title: | Engineering In The Littoral Zone |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to engineering principles applied to the near-shore and on-shore environment. Basic engineering mechanics, strength of materials and soil mechanics are studied to provide a base for further investigation. Coastal processes including wave action, sediment transport, beach formation and erosion are discussed. How the combination of such processes and basic mechanics affect such things as small boat hydrostatics, sea-to-shore logistics operations, and coastal structure assessment and construction are studied. 1/C midshipmen having selected (or intending to select) Marine Corps service may substitute EN401 for EN200. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN405 |
| Title: | APPLIED ENGINEERING ANALYSIS & GRAPHICS |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | This course will cover computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering graphics using Solidworks and Google SketchUp with concentration on the development of engineering design drawings. Students will be exposed to a range of advanced engineering analysis tools in Solidworks including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), structural analysis, structural frequency analysis, and design optimization. Best practices in the communication of technical analyses will be presented. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | EN411 |
| Title: | Ocean Environmental Engineering I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to basic principles and current issues in environmental engineering as applied to the ocean environment. Topical coverage includes chemical and biological considerations in water quality, diffusion and dispersion in estuaries and oceanic environments, engineering methods used to analyze and mitigate the effects of marine pollution, and environmental ethics and regulatory statutes. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN412 |
| Title: | Ocean Environmental Engineering Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | 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] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN420 |
| Title: | Coastal Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an overview of the methods used to design both shore protection systems and port and harbor structures. Topics include sea level fluctuations, wind-wave forecasting, shallow water wave transformation, sediment transport, littoral processes, "soft engineering" approaches like beach nourishment, and structural design of revetments, groins, jetties, and breakwaters. Emphasis is on the design process using Army Corps of Engineers design manuals. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN475, 1/C EOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | EN424 |
| Title: | Coastal Resilience |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to resilience and sustainability in coastal engineering projects. Climate and sea level trends are analyzed from a context of risk-based design, and adaptation alternatives are explored with a focus on real world projects. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN475, EN461, or Dept Chair approval Prereq: EN475 AND EN461 Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | EN426 |
| Title: | Port And Harbor Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Covers engineering of marine terminals and small-craft harbors, ship berthing and maneuvering considerations, port navigation, port-related structures, channel design, floating terminals, offshore moorings, dredging, and port security. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 and EOE major or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EN427 |
| Title: | Marine Salvage |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces the student to the basic principles of Marine Salvage. The course focuses on Salvage Engineering (drawing from multiple disciplines), Salvage Operations, Practical Application (labs), and case studies. |
| Requisites: | EN342 or EN475 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN428 |
| Title: | Engineering For Cold Regions |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course presents and discusses the Arctic environment and engineering challenges in cold regions of the earth. The course emphasizes the inherent features of sea ice, the littoral zone in the Arctic, and ships in ice. Aspects of constructed facilities and operations unique to cold regions will be studied including: engineering materials; frozen soil conditions; building for cold/frozen conditions; human performance in the cold; ice engineering; and the effect of ice and snow on the built environment including coastal conditions. The course will also provide an overview of modern ice-class ship technology and the world-wide ice-class fleet. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM317 Prereq: EM317 Coreq: Prereq: EM317 Coreq: Prereq: EM317 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN430 |
| Title: | Underwater Work Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course acquaints the student with design and operational considerations for working in the subsea environment. Topic coverage includes manned submersibles, unmanned remotely-operated vehicles, autonomous underwater vehicles, and deep-dive systems. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN431 |
| Title: | Marine Engineering Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course expands on how the major shipboard machinery systems impact the ship design process and the resulting ship. the basic characteristics of common machinery and electrical and piping distributive systems are introduced along with how specifications and drawings are developed for specific ship designs. Lectures are complemented by hands-on labs and field trips to various vessels. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 and (EM316 or EM324) or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EN434 |
| Title: | Ocean Exploration: Science & Technology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This class provides the student with an understanding of shipwrecks that may be considered historically significant; the methodologies for shipwreck search and discovery; the archaeological approach and reasoning necessary for preserving the material culture and context of the shipwreck site; and the basic methods for preservation, conservation and salvage and recovery if deemed appropriate. Topics covered include the role of history in ship evolution and technological developments; ship construction methods thru the various periods; library research; geophysical search tools; data presentation and visualization; cultural heritage management; and ocean engineering principles in support of shipwreck archaeology, recovery and management. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2C or 1C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN440 |
| Title: | Design Of Foundations For Ocean Structures |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course covers basic soil mechanics principles and then applies these to the design of foundation systems, with an emphasis on the unique nature of coastal and ocean conditions. Topics include recommended practices and procedures for planning, designing and constructing adequate foundations for marine structures, including shallow foundations, deep pile foundation, vertical retaining walls, and anchoring systems. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EM217 or EN222) and 1/C EOE major or approval of department chair. Prer |
| Course: | EN441 |
| Title: | Ocean Engineering Structures I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Structural design considerations for fixed ocean structures, such as docks, piers, and steel-jacket structures, 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] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 or EN222. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN442 |
| Title: | Ocean Eng Structures Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this 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 the design of steel, composite, and concrete structures. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN441. Prereq: EN441 Coreq: Prereq: EN441 Coreq: Prereq: EN441 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN445 |
| Title: | Marine Fabrication Methods |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | 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. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN380. Prereq: EN380 Coreq: Prereq: EN380 Coreq: Prereq: EN380 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN447 |
| Title: | Autonomous Vessel Design |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this course midshipmen will work as a team to learn and apply the fundamentals of small craft design by performing the design of a small autonomous sail and solar-powered surface vessel. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN448 |
| Title: | Autonomous Vessel Fab & Eval |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | In this course midshipmen will work as a team to complete the final design, fabricate, evaluate, and develop a small autonomous sail and solar-powered surface vessel. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN450 |
| Title: | Engineering Economic Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Basic methods and reasons for conducting an engineering economic study are presented. Economic criteria are developed. Procedures for selecting from among a set of technically feasible alternatives are studied. Assumptions and implications associated with these decision-making procedures are discussed. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN454 |
| Title: | Proj Mgmt For Ocean Engrs |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course goal: enhance midshipmen project management skills in engineering related situations using quantitative and qualitative methods. Topics covered include relevant decision theories, statistical analysis, inventory control, network concepts, pert diagrams, critical path methods, and risk management. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C NAOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN455 |
| Title: | Seakeeping And Maneuvering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | 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. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353. Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN456 |
| Title: | Advanced Methods In Ship Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to computer-aided ship design is presented. Topics include numerical procedures applied to form, stability, resistance, propulsion, motion, maneuvering and strength. . [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN457 |
| Title: | Hydrofoil And Propeller Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | 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 supplements recitations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN458 |
| Title: | Advanced Marine Vehicles |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Modern watercraft discussed include multihulls, planing boats, hydrofoil craft, and surface effect vehicles. Analysis and design features are investigated experimentally in the towing tank when appropriate. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353. Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN458H |
| Title: | Advanced Marine Vehicles (Honors) |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Modern watercraft discussed include planing boats, hydrofoil craft, and ground effect machines and combatant and research submersibles. Analysis and design features are investigated experimentally in the towing tank when appropriate. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 and ENMH major or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | EN461 |
| Title: | Ocean Systems Engineering Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Engineering design is introduced as an interdisciplinary activity coupling such subjects as applied probability and statistics, cost assessment, decision-making, economic evaluation, engineering ethics, and project planning. Instruction in hydrographic surveying and profiling, computer-aided drafting, and design report preparation and presentation is included. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in ocean engineering major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN462 |
| Title: | Ocean Systems Engineering Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The conceptual design of an ocean engineering system is accomplished by midshipmen teams. Projects are selected to match student interest and vary each semester, but normally include such areas as coastal shore protection, marinas, offshore structures, tidal wetlands, artificial reefs, ocean energy systems, underwater vehicles, diving and life support systems. Design teams work independently and integrate detailed engineering design along with other project elements such as proposal writing, project management, cost estimating, report preparation, and oral presentation. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN461. Prereq: EN461 Coreq: Prereq: EN461 Coreq: Prereq: EN461 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN470 |
| Title: | Life Support Systems |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | 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. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN471 |
| Title: | Ship Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | 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. Prereq: 1/C standing in naval architecture major. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in naval architecture major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EN475 |
| Title: | Ocean Engineering Mechanics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course investigates the properties of ocean surface waves and the effects of ocean waves on fixed and floating ocean structures. Laboratory experiments are an integral part of the course and include measurements of wave heights, fluid velocities and pressures, wave-induced forces and structure motions in waves. Computational skills are also emphasized both through extensive spreadsheet applications and through programming in MATLAB. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM232, EM324, EN245 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | EN476 |
| Title: | Ship Design Ii |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | In this course, which represents the culmination of an undergraduate naval architecture program, the student applies engineering skills to the design of a ship. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN471. Prereq: EN471 Coreq: Prereq: EN471 Coreq: Prereq: EN471 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN478 |
| Title: | Submarine & Submersible Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in submarine and submersible design with topics in undersea vessel development through exploring historical development, buoyancy and stability, resistance and propulsion, mission requirements, auxiliary systems, structural design, construction methods and modern design approaches. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA or EOE major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN495H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis I |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course includes a weekly recitation period which will cover research methodology, literature search, design of experiments, data collection and reduction, report preparation, publication of research, and ethical guidelines for research. In addition, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their interim report before the NAOE faculty including their designated thesis committee. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN496H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 2 |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | With the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their final report before the NAOE Faculty Honors Committee and external readers. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN503H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 1 |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course includes a weekly recitation period which will cover research methodology, literature search, design of experiments, data collection and reduction, report preparation, publication of research, and ethical guidelines for research. In addition, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their interim report before the NAOE faculty including their designated thesis committee. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN504H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 2 |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | With the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their final report before the NAOE Faculty Honors Committee and external readers. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |