Introduction to Ship Hydrodynamics

3 credits

Ship terminology, lines plans, ship hydrostatics, transverse and longitudinal stability of ships, dimensional analysis, ship resistance prediction; ship propulsion methods, propeller selection and design. Recommended prerequisites: One of MECH 380_V or CIVL 315_V, or enrollment in the NAME MEng or NAME MEL program. Prerequisite: One of MECH_V 225, MECH_V 280, or CIVL_V 215. [3-0-0] This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.