Duration
40h Th
Number of credits
| Specialised master in naval construction | 3 crédits |
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
English language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
This course is part of the Advanced EMSHIP Master's Degree in Naval Architecture (Ship Design). It prepares students to master the basic notions relating to the behaviour of floating and naval structures, and to analyse flows around underwater hulls. The course is mainly composed of lectures with examples and case studies. Students are initiated in the techniques of numerical models relating to naval hydrodynamics, manoeuvrability and the behaviour of floating structures at sea.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
This course is part of the EMSHIP Advanced Master's Degree in Naval Architecture (see www.EMSHIP.EU). It prepares students to master the basic notions relating to the behaviour of floating and naval structures, and to analyse flows around underwater hulls.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
There are specific prerequisites: students must have a diploma in civil Engg, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, aerospace engineering or similar. For other graduates, their application will be validated by the ULG admission board
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
(See previous points). A significant number of practical work sessions are organised (see above).
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
See previous points
Recommended or required readings
The course is very specific and has its own detailed notes: it isn't necessary to read specific works. For any students who wish to improve their knowledge, there is a library collection in the field of naval architecture, which is regularly updated mainly thanks to the departments own funds.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam: it is composed of questions relating to the elements taught in class.
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Contacts
Mr. A. HAGE (Chargé de Cours Adjoint) (Chemin des Chevreuils n°1 (B52) 4000 LIEGE, tél. 04 366 9225, fax 9133, e-mail : ahage@ulg.ac.be)
Secrétariat : (Chemin des Chevreuils n°1 (B52) 4000 LIEGE, tél. 9629)