Academic Catalog

OE 528 Computer Aided Ship Design

Basic principles and design calculations in naval architecture as an extension of OE 525 PNA course with emphasis placed on the application of computers. Computer-aided studies of hull-forms, intact stability, damaged stability, resistance and propulsion characteristics, course-keeping analysis, and ship motion predictions. Computer-aided design procedures to achieve mission requirements for various ship types along with determination of major dimension and performance analysis during preliminary design stage are covered.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Graduate Student or At Least Junior

Distribution

Ocean Engineering Program

Typically Offered Periods

Fall Semester Spring Semester