EVN1020 Maritime operations for offshore wind

Contents and structure

Overview:

The course "Maritime Operations for Offshore Wind" provides an in-depth exploration of the practical aspects related to offshore wind projects. Participants will gain insights into various maritime operations, equipment, regulations, and ongoing research within the industry. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences, including site visits and simulator exercises. It is conducted in close collaboration between HVL and industry stakeholders, with lecturers from both academia and the practical field.

Course Content:

• Site Visits:
  • Explore the Haugesund Subsea and Offshore Base on Killingøy.
  • Possible visits to construction vessels and remote operations centers.
• Simulator Exercises:
  • Utilize the simulation center at HVL to test approaches for offshore wind farms.
  • Focus on walk-to-work solutions and operational scenarios.
• Introduction to the Value Chain:
  • Understand the value chain specific to offshore wind projects.
• Vessels and Equipment:
  • Present different vessels and specialized equipment used in offshore wind operations.
• Autonomous and Remote-Controlled Systems:
  • Explore autonomous and remotely operated equipment relevant to offshore wind.
• Geophysical Surveys:
  • Basics of geothermal and geophysical surveys for ocean floor assessment prior to wind installation.
• Construction of Offshore Wind Turbines:
  • Mating wind turbine generators with spars.
  • Lifting operations between floating platforms.
  • Guiding arrangements during installation.
  • Structural calculations and design considerations.
• Offshore Wind Converter Platforms:
  • Ballasting techniques.
  • Hydrodynamic calculations for stability.
  • Construction processes.
  • Heavy transport vessel operations.
  • Planning and executing operations.
• Regulations and Compliance:
  • Understand rules and regulations governing offshore wind operations.
• Ongoing Research:
  • Models for analysis (e.g., load simulations, dynamic behavior).
  • Digital twins for monitoring and maintenance optimization.

Learning Outcome

By the end of the course, students will be able to articulate, in clear and concise language, the key concepts, practices, and skills related to maritime operations in the offshore wind industry.

Students will demonstrate their understanding through practical applications, simulations, and real-world scenarios, emphasizing reports, plans, calculations, and operational procedures.

After completing this course, students ill have achieved the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge:

• Understand the value chain specific to offshore wind projects.
• Describe relevant industry concepts, theories, and issues.
• Identify different vessels and specialized equipment used in offshore wind operations.
• Explain rules and regulations governing offshore wind operations.

Skills:

• Can find information and material that is relevant for hydrodynamic calculations for stability in offshore wind converter platforms.
• Demonstrate practical approaches for offshore wind farms using simulator exercises.
• Analyze stakeholder perspectives, value chains, and collaboration forms.
• Can study a situation and identify subject-related issues regarding the execution of maritime operations related to wind turbine construction.

General Competence:

• Communicate knowledgeably with stakeholders about offshore wind projects, technology, and challenges.
• Relate course content to development work within offshore wind in their own organization.
• Understand the value chain and lifecycle of offshore wind projects.
• Recognize ongoing research areas, including models for analysis and digital twins.

Entry requirements

None

Recommended previous knowledge

FØS8140 Introduction to offshore wind

Teaching methods

Two physical sessions spanning 2.5 days each. The sessions consist of dialog-based lectures, site visits, simulator exercises, and group work. Additionally, there will be self-study and project work.

Compulsory learning activities

Submission of Project Outline:

• Submission of a project outline is required.
• To be eligible for the exam, the mandatory learning activity must be approved.

Assessment

Individual project assignment

Pass or Fail

Examination support material

All aids allowed

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