Courses & Units
Engineering at Sea JEE485
Introduction
The unit builds upon prior engineering knowledge and enables the translation of theory learned across a range of concurrent subjects within the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Maritime Engineering courses into practical application via hands-on projects conducted at sea aboard the AMC 35-metre vessel Bluefin. Operations will expose relevant issues unique to the seaborne environment and students address those issues to ensure the safe completion of the operation. The context in which all such activities and projects are undertaken includes an emphasis on human safety, professional and environmental ethics and integrity and refinement of a sense of practicality. Project research and planning activities will precede the voyage with the subsequent completion of a concise report within a short timeframe afterwards.
Summary
| Unit name | Engineering at Sea |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JEE485 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics |
| Coordinator | Mr Thomas Mitchell Ferguson |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a sound knowledge of seagoing systems and their regulatory requirements to plan, manage, conduct and objectively review a range of seaborne operations
- Evaluate a range of performance characteristics using onboard systems following standard industrial procedures and critically assess the accuracy, reliability and authenticity of information used for this assessment
- Evaluate an existing design and develop alternative arrangements to improve the operation, inherent safety and environmental footprint of both a vessel and its systems.
- Implementation of effective team membership and team leadership, driving all activities within accepted professional, safety and ethical standards.
- Professionally communicate (written and oral) to a range of engineering and scientific personnel to form research and development activities and to present results post data analysis
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031799 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,826.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
Hydrostatics (JEE225, undergraduate) or Principles of Naval Architecture (JEE504, postgraduate)Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 2hr briefings, 4-5 days of onboard activities (60 hrs) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Preliminary Report (20%)|Presentations (50%)|Technical Report (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
The Voyage Booklet (released pre-voyage) MUST be read in full prior to boarding. Students are required to be familiar with the vessel’s Standing Orders (included in the booklet). |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Various readings (essential and recommended) will be issued prior to, and during the voyage for project planning and activity preparation. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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