Marine Thermodynamics unit (JNE237)

Launceston

Introduction

Thermodynamics is a key area within the marine engineering discipline. The purpose of this unit is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills in understanding the design concepts and applying basic thermodynamic principles to safely operate main and auxiliary machinery. This unit develops skills in managing the efficient operation of such plants and machinery by the marine engineers. The unit focuses on both thermodynamic problems and solving operational theory relevant to machinery for shipboard use. A student completing this unit can apply the knowledge gained and understand the safe and economical operation and management of marine machinery. This unit meets the knowledge, understanding and proficiency requirements set out by the current Maritime Training Package, the STCW 2010 (Manila Amendments), and Table A-III/1 of the STCW Code. 

Summary

Unit name	Marine Thermodynamics
Unit code	JNE237
Credit points	6.25
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	Seafaring and Maritime Operations
Coordinator	Doctor T M Rabiul Islam
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Launceston	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	21/2/2027	15/3/2027	18/4/2027	12/6/2027

* 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

• Describe the basic principles of thermodynamics relevant to marine applications.
• Relate fundamental principles of thermodynamics to marine machinery.
• Apply thermodynamic principles to solve problems in marine machinery and systems.

Fee Information

Unit fee information for 2027 will be available in September.

Requisites

Prerequisites

JNE124

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On-Campus:¿¿Weekly 2.5-hour lectorials totalling 30 hours through the semester. This is a blended unit allowing students the flexibility of attending face-to-face classes on-campus or studying remotely during their initial 10 weeks of the semester. Teaching and learning will be achieved primarily by weekly lectorials. This will be supported by self-learning & self-assessing material provided through MyLO. Collaborative discussion forums provided in MyLO will allow for peer support. Lectorial sessions will be recorded and uploaded to MyLO. This will allow online students to view these sessions once they are uploaded. The lecturer will monitor MyLO discussion forums and email queries to support online students.
Assessment	Midterm Test (40%)|Final Exam (60%)
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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