NAB3035 Marine Operations in the Ocean Space

Contents and structure

Basic marine hydrodynamics:

• Regular and irregular waves
• Response in regular waves
• Natural frequencies and resonance
• Wave-induced motions
• Frequency of encounter
• Forward speed and current effects

Environmental criteria:

• Weather window
• Uncertainties in weather forecasting

Station-keeping:

• Dynamic Positioning
• Anchoring
• Mooring analysis

Relevant Case studies:

• Marine seismic operations
• Cable operations
• Anchor handling
• Bow loading
• Offshore vessels and operations

Learning Outcome

The student shall:

• Know the basic principles of marine operations in the ocean space with emphasis on how the environment is affecting the operations.
• have a thorough understanding of the key environmental factors affecting the performance of marine operations in the ocean space,
• know the basic hydrodynamics as a theoretical basis for operations in the surface zone,
• know the basic principles in determining the operational window based on weather conditions,
• have an overview of the principles and operational challenges of station-keeping,
• have good knowledge of how marine operations can be modelled and simulated.

The students shall be able to:

• understand limitations in modelling and simulation of marine operations,
• propose and evaluate solutions for planning of effective operations.

 

The student shall be able to work in project teams of Marine Operations. He/she has the foundation to acquire new and more advanced knowledge related to work tasks and operations within the marine field. The student shall be able to contribute in discussions regarding relevant marine operations.

Entry requirements

NAB1012 Mathematics I and NAB1013 Mathematics II or equivalent.

Recommended previous knowledge

NAB1001 Physics, NAB2002 Meteorology and Oceanography, NAB2010 Mathematics III

Teaching methods

Lectures, group work, self-studies and simulator demonstrations.

Compulsory learning activities

exercises must be approved (will be specified in the beginning of the semester).

Assessment

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Examination support material

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