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Structural Analysis unit (JEE332)

Introduction

This is an advanced unit that introduces students to the linearised elastic analysis techniques required for the design of structural systems used in maritime engineering projects. Building upon the knowledge gained in previous structure-themed units, students are introduced to new theories and techniques required to make engineering decisions and calculations in the design of statically indeterminate structures and floating bodies. The knowledge gained in this unit will become the foundation for latter specialised structural analysis and design units of both Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering specialisations.

Summary

Unit name Structural Analysis
Unit code JEE332
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Australian Maritime College
Discipline National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics
Coordinator Doctor Hamid Ahmadi
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Advanced

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply structural design methods for analysing ship and offshore structures
  • Analyse the cross section of a floating body subjected to global loads
  • Apply load paths and tributary areas to design a grillage structure
  • Explain the professional accountabilities associated with human and environment safety in the design of maritime infrastructure

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

JEE220

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

1 x 2-hr workshop weekly (12 weeks)

1 x 2-hr tutorial weekly (12 weeks)

AssessmentClass Test 1 (20%)|Class Test 2 (20%)|Assignment 1 (30%)|Assignment 2 (30%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

The entire reading content will be communicated through the weekly lecture notes/slides. No additional readings are required.

Recommended

1. Hibbeler RC, “Structural Analysis”, 10th Edition in SI Units, Pearson Education, UK, 2020.

2. Hughes OF, Paik JK, “Ship Structural Analysis and Design”, The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, New Jersey, US, 2010.

3. Reddy DV, Swamidas ASJ, “Essentials of Offshore Structures: Framed and Gravity Platforms”, CRC Press, New York, US, 2014.

4. American Petroleum Institute, “API RP 2A: Recommended Practice for Planning, Designing and Constructing Fixed Offshore Platforms—Working Stress Design”, 21st Edition, American Petroleum Institute (API), Washington DC, US, 2007.

5. Det Norske Veritas, “DNV RP C205: Environmental Conditions and Loads”, Det Norske Veritas (DNV), Norway, 2010.

6. Hibbeler RC, “Mechanics of Materials”, 11th Edition, Pearson Education, New Jersey, US, 2022.

7. Timoshenko S, Woinowsky-Krieger S, “Theory of Plates and Shells”, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill Book Company, Singapore, 1959.

8. Clark IC, “The Management of Merchant Ship Stability, Trim and Strength”, Nautical Institute, UK, 2002.

9. Engineers Australia, “Code of Ethics and Guidelines on Professional Conduct”, Engineers Australia (EA), Australia, 2022.

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