Martin Ludvigsen and Svein Sævik
University:
NTNU
Date:
01-01-2026
Expected Duration:
3–6 Months
Format:
In Person
Level:
Intermediate
Language of Instruction:
English
Registration Deadline:
TBC
Price:
TBC
Course Overview
In the introductory part composition and properties of ocean sea water is dealt with, also with purpose to serve as basis for the understanding of sound transmission, light conditions and primary production in the oceans. Then it explains how this knowledge is applied in underwater instruments for positioning, signal transfer, mapping, measurements and experimental samling. The main course content deals with systems for transport and operation in the ocean space as well as methods for calculation of the influence of the ocean current and vessel movement on hanging loads and ROVs. Also design, operation and evaluation of the properties of manned, remote controlled and autonomous systems are dealt with.
Main Goal
The main goal is to provide basic understanding of the processes in the world ocean as well as in design, contruction and working principle of various underwater systems.
Skills To Be Gained
Gain fundamental understanding of a robotic system for underwater usage – and how they can be programmed.
Practical Notes
Contact Details: martin.ludvigsen@ntnu.no
Requirements
- TMR4105 Marine Technology – Elementary Course, TMR4167
- Marine Technology – Structures and TMR4247 Marine
- Technology – Hydrodynamics or equivalent courses
Teaching And Assessment
Lectures, practical training with ROV’s. There will be a graded student group work. The lab work is concluded with programming and testing of a small robot in Exercises are obligatory 75% to be approved to start exam. Aggregated assessment is the basis for the grade in the course. The assessment includes a final written exam and a project work.
Course Staff
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