University:
NTNU
Date:
January 2026
Expected Duration:
3-6 Months
Format:
In Person
Level:
Advanced
Language of Instruction:
English
Registration Deadline:
To be updated
Price:
To be updated
Course Overview
The following topics are addressed: Linear elastic analysis of shell- and plate-structures including numerical methods. Energy principles and virtual work. Plate buckling based on second order theory. Analytical and energy-based numerical solution methods. Buckling of plate panels. Cross-section analysis. Design criteria related to yielding, buckling and fatigue.
Main Goal
The course deals with the load-carrying functionality, load-effect analysis and design of ships and marine structures.
Skills To Be Gained
Be able to analyse load-carrying components in floating hulls and their associated mechanical limit states and to be able to analyse the stress distribution in such components.
Practical Notes
Contact Details: bernt.leira@ntnu.no
Requirements
- TMR4105 Marine Technology
- TMR4167 Marine Technology
- TMR4247 Marine Technology
- Hydrodynamics or similar courses.
- Some experience with Python programming.
Teaching And Assessment
Lectures and exercises, two of the exercises are graded. The grade in the course is based on a written exam (70%) and exercises (30%).
Course Staff
Mojtaba Mokhtari
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