MEE 489 - Offshore Floating System Design

The course introduces the basics of naval architecture and offshore engineering design concepts to senior engineering students. A broad introduction is provided on the topics of floating platform stability, structural strength, global performance, mooring systems and installation. Use of industry guest lecturers will complement regular lectures for the course. Emphasis is placed on applying recommended practices by regulatory bodies into hands-on design projects.

Prerequisites: MEE 360 and MEE 380 or Permission of Instructor.

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Even Years

Credits: 3