B15 – Marine Powering, Transmission and Propulsion
This course introduces the principles, architectures, and calculations behind marine powering, transmission, and propulsion systems. It draws on the attached module materials to connect propulsion theory, machinery choices, emissions, and real ship applications.
£299.00
2 hours 4 minutes
Focused, self-paced learning designed to fit around professional schedules.
Online, self-paced
Study online at a pace that fits your schedule.
13 sections
Structured curriculum sections.
English
Language of instruction for this course.
Quiz count: 6 total
Knowledge checks and assessed activities.
41 lessons
Focused lessons organised into a clear learning path.
Course overview
This course introduces the principles, architectures, and calculations behind marine powering, transmission, and propulsion systems. It draws on the attached module materials to connect propulsion theory, machinery choices, emissions, and real ship applications.
What you will learn
Describe the main components of mechanical, electrical, and hybrid marine propulsion systems.
Apply effective power, shaft power, and speed-law relationships to propulsion analysis.
Compare common marine propulsion configurations and explain where each is used.
Explain the operating principles and characteristics of marine diesel engines and gas turbines.
Evaluate propulsor and electric-drive choices for different ship types.
Perform basic propulsion sizing and emissions calculations using worked examples.
Skills and knowledge
Marine propulsion
Shaft power
Diesel engines
Gas turbines
Propulsors
Electric drive
Emissions
Engine sizing
Course curriculum
Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Propulsion System Basics
2.1 System Components
2.2 Mechanical and Electric Drive
2.3 Section Quiz (quiz)
The Propulsion Requirement
3.1 Resistance and Effective Power
3.2 Shaft Power and Efficiency
3.3 Power-Speed Curves
3.4 Section Quiz (quiz)
Propulsion Configurations
4.1 Direct and Indirect Drive
4.2 Combined Mechanical Systems
4.3 Configuration Naming
4.4 Electric Drive in Practice
4.5 Section Quiz (quiz)
Marine Diesel Engines
5.1 Diesel Engine Classes
5.2 Diesel Cycle Principles
5.3 Four-Stroke and Two-Stroke
5.4 Power and Losses
5.5 Section Quiz (quiz)
Gas Turbines
6.1 Gas Turbine Principles
6.2 Performance and Trade-Offs
6.3 Advanced Arrangements
Exhaust Emissions and IMO Rules
7.1 Emission Formation
7.2 MARPOL Annex VI
7.3 Abatement Technologies
7.4 Emissions Quiz (quiz)
Propulsor Types
8.1 Propeller Fundamentals
8.2 Alternative Propulsors
8.3 Selecting a Propulsor
Sizing and Emissions Calculations
9.1 Sizing Logic
9.2 Worked Frigate Example
9.3 Specific Emissions Calculation
9.4 Calculation Assignment
Electric Propulsion Systems
10.1 Induction Motor Basics
10.2 Electric Ship Architectures
10.3 Electric Warship Context
Ship Case Study
11.1 Shuttle Tanker Propulsion
11.2 Case Comparison
Exam Preparation
12.1 Past Exam Questions
12.2 Answering Strategy
12.3 Final Quiz (quiz)
Summary
13.1 Key Takeaways
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