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Cargo Handling 4D (MmL): Displacement CalculationsLaajuus (1.5 cr)

Code: MM22M204

Credits

1.5 op

Objective

The student knows how to calculate displacement and longitu-dinal/transverse stability with different densities. He/she is able to use Simpson’s rules to calculate surfaces and volumes for irregular bodies.

The student is provided with knowledge of the IMO recom-mendations concerning ship stability.

The objectives presented in the Convention table A-II/2 col-umn 2 are followed as applicable.

Content

• Stability calculations
• Surface and volume calculations (Simpson’s rules)
• Form coefficients
• Static stability and stability curves
• Calculating free surfaces
• Dynamical stability
• The influence of density on draught
• The true mean draught
• Inclining test
• Trim Loading programmes and their use

Qualifications

Cargo Handling 2 (OpL)

Enrollment

15.06.2025 - 02.11.2025

Timing

03.11.2025 - 19.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Maritime Management, Captain
Teachers
  • Virtual Deck 1
Groups
  • MMC23D-Å
    Maritime Management, Captain, 2023, full-time studies

Objective

The student knows how to calculate displacement and longitu-dinal/transverse stability with different densities. He/she is able to use Simpson’s rules to calculate surfaces and volumes for irregular bodies.

The student is provided with knowledge of the IMO recom-mendations concerning ship stability.

The objectives presented in the Convention table A-II/2 col-umn 2 are followed as applicable.

Content

• Stability calculations
• Surface and volume calculations (Simpson’s rules)
• Form coefficients
• Static stability and stability curves
• Calculating free surfaces
• Dynamical stability
• The influence of density on draught
• The true mean draught
• Inclining test
• Trim Loading programmes and their use

Location and time

According to realization timetable

Materials

Ship stability 3rd edition, ship stability, the nautical institute-stability, trim and strength for merchant ships and fishing vessels

Teaching methods

Lectures in the classroom and possibly online studies.
Homework and E-Learning may excist.

Exam schedules

According to realization schedule

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

40h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Test, lodicator, assignment

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Do not meet the criteria of evaluation

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

• Demonstrates familiarity with core material and concepts
• Correctly use single industry concepts
• Find information for a single situation
• Distinguishes everyday information from the data studied
• Acting in professional situations demonstrates familiarity with their professional field
• Shows that you have achieved your core competence goals
• Work safely
• Act in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
• Organize your own and group activities

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

• Demonstrates consistent concepts and knowledge base in the field of familiarity
• Evaluate and limit the need for information
• Work well in professional tasks and situations
• Work in multicultural environments
• Work safely
• Work consistently with the ecological principles of the profession
• Organize your own and group activities consistently

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

• Expertly use industry concepts and information
• Evaluate and use different sources of information
• Apply the knowledge base in professional varied / challenging tasks with expertise
• To act in different positions, in different operating environments.
• To act independently and responsibly in a professional situation
• Act with safety in mind
• To justify the activity in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
• To organize your own and the group's activities in a professional manner

Qualifications

Cargo Handling 2 (OpL)

Enrollment

15.06.2024 - 10.11.2024

Timing

11.11.2024 - 20.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Maritime Management, Captain
Teachers
  • Petteri Niittymäki
Groups
  • MMC22D-Å
    Maritime Management, Captain, 2022, full-time studies

Objective

The student knows how to calculate displacement and longitu-dinal/transverse stability with different densities. He/she is able to use Simpson’s rules to calculate surfaces and volumes for irregular bodies.

The student is provided with knowledge of the IMO recom-mendations concerning ship stability.

The objectives presented in the Convention table A-II/2 col-umn 2 are followed as applicable.

Content

• Stability calculations
• Surface and volume calculations (Simpson’s rules)
• Form coefficients
• Static stability and stability curves
• Calculating free surfaces
• Dynamical stability
• The influence of density on draught
• The true mean draught
• Inclining test
• Trim Loading programmes and their use

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

Cargo Handling 2 (OpL)