MODULE DESCRIPTION FORM

NM 409

Marine Transmission and Propulsion Systems

Taught To (Course): MEng/BEng NA & ME Credit Weighting: 10 Compulsory class Semester: 2 Academic Level: 4

Module Registrar: Prof P L Zhou Other Lecturers Involved: Mr P Zoet Assumed Prerequisites: NM315, NM316 Module Format and Delivery (hours):
Lecture Tutorial Laboratory

Project

Assignments

Private Study

Total

20 Educational Aim

10

30

40

100

This module aims to provide students knowledge of marine power transmission systems, including gearbox design, propellers and related performance, shaft system arrangement and vibration; give students knowledge and competence to practise as a marine power transmission system designer, superintendent and ship operator; to learn theoretical calculation, design and practical application of a marine transmission system.

Learning Outcomes On completion of the module the student is expected to be able to: LO1: Understand the engineering principles behind marine power transmission systems, types, components and design criteria. LO2: Understand the basic principles of shaft system arrangement and design, calculation of shafting and bearing load.

Syllabus The module will teach the following: Reduction Gears Types of propeller and their performance Selection of propellers and match with engines Shaft system arrangement Shafting and bearing loads Theory of vibration Shafting vibration

Assessment of Learning Outcomes Criteria

For each of the Module Learning Outcomes the following criteria will be used to make judgements on student learning:

LO1 Understand the engineering principles behind marine power transmission systems, types, components and design criteria. C1: Demonstrate understanding of the terminologies of engine vibration and mathematical models. C2: Be able to understand and assess engine shaft vibrations calculation reports. C3: Be able to understand and interpret the results of vibration calculations. LO2: Understand the basic principles of shaft system arrangement and design, calculation of shafting and bearing load. C1: Be able to describe the various shafting arrangements on ships. C2: Demonstrate understanding of the importance and function of flywheels and clutches in non-geared and geared transmission systems. C3: Be able to carry out calculations concerning shaft and bearing loads for typical marine transmission systems.

The standards set for each criterion per Module Learning Outcome to achieve a pass grade are indicated on the assessment sheet for all assessment.

12 Principles of Assessment and Feedback

(on Learning & Teaching web pages: www.strath.ac.uk/learnteach/teaching/staff/assessfeedback/12principles/ ) Please state briefly how these are incorporated in this module. Students will be encouraged to conduct self-study by the guidance given on the course work instruction The overall assessment of learning will be assessed by a formal exam at end of the teaching The final mark of the module is made of 30% from CW and 70% from the final exam Workload is evenly spread throughout the module.

Assessment Method(s) Including Percentage Breakdown and Duration of Exams Examinations

Number
L/Outcomes

Courseworks
Number Weighting Number

Projects
Weighting

Duration

Weighting

1 LO1,2

70%

1 (2 parts) LO1,2

30

Indicate which learning outcomes (L01, L02 etc) are to be assessed by exam/coursework/project as required.

Coursework / Submissions deadlines:

Submission of CW in two parts by the end of weeks 5 & 7.

Resit Assessment Procedures:

EXAM PLEASE NOTE: Students need to gain a summative mark of 40% to pass the module. Students who fail the module at the first attempt will be re-examined during the August diet. This re-examination will consist entirely of exam. Recommended Reading
Harrington, Roy, Marine Engineering, The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Harrington, R. L., Marine Engineering, Ed., SNAME, 1992 DIESEL ENGINES, for ship propulsion and power plants from 0 to 100,000 kW, By Kees Kuiken, Target Global Energy Training

Additional Student Feedback

(Please specify details of when additional feedback will be provided)

Date Feedback session week 9. Marked CWs will be returned at this time. Session: 2013-2014 Approved:

Time TBA

Room No TBA

Course Director Signature: D Clelland Date of Last Modifications: 5/02/2013

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Module Code:

NM 4XX

Module Title:

Marine Transmission and Propulsion Systems

Brief Description of Assessment: Coursework consists of calculating the alignment forces of a shaft installation through application of the beam theory. How different design choices influence the alignment forces need to investigated through the mathematical model they created. Finally, the students are required to come up with a solution for an acceptable alignment condition.

Assessment Timing:Indicate on the table below the Start/Submission dates for each Assignment/Project and the timing of each Exam/Class Test(s).

Semester One

WK1

WK2

WK3

WK4

WK5

WK6

WK7

WK8

WK9

WK10

WK11

WK12

Exam Period

Semester Two

WK1

WK2

WK3 CW1 start

WK4

WK5 CW1 Submiss ion part I

WK6

WK7 CW1 Submiss ion part II

WK8

WK9

WK10 Exam 2 hrs