Design of Marine Machinery Systems unit (JEE623)

Launceston, Online

Introduction

This unit equips students with an understanding of the functional purpose of the machinery systems used on board a variety of ships. Students apply this knowledge to obtain effective engineering design solutions for these systems, so that they can meet their functional purposes within national and international statutory and regulatory frameworks.

Summary

Unit name	Design of Marine Machinery Systems
Unit code	JEE623
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics
Coordinator	Doctor Hung Nguyen
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Launceston	Semester 2
Online	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	05/07/2027	27/07/2027	30/08/2027	24/10/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Explain the design features and practical constraints of marine machinery systems, including the mechanical power drive train and critical torsional vibration frequencies with regard to diesel prime movers.
• Analyse fluid and air flows in duct and pipe systems to determine appropriate pump/fan and cooler duties.
• Critically select and specify the appropriate equipment for marine power plant with due regard to reliability and maintainability.
• Design ship’s systems machinery, piping, and systems considering classification and statutory regulations, as well as occupational health and safety and environmental protection issues.

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
031701	$1,235.00	$1,235.00	not applicable

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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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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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2-hr Workshop and 1 x 2-hr Tutorial weekly. Online class attendance via Zoom or Teams.
Assessment	Discussions (15%)|Class Test (20%)|Virtual Conference Paper (25%)|Design Report (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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