Course in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register Class Rules
Online 300-hour course in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules. 6 modules covering IACS Common Structural Rules (CSR), IACS Unified Requirements (UR) and DNV Nauticus Hull. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the role of classification societies and IACS.
Compare the structure and notations of DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register.
Apply structural rules to the scantling of hull elements.
Identify class requirements for machinery and equipment.
Manage the plan approval process and inspection during construction.
Plan class maintenance surveys.
Develop a classification strategy for a specific vessel.
Who it's for
- Classification society surveyor who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Plan approval engineer who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Fleet technical superintendent who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Naval structures engineer who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Shipyard technical office technician who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Naval technical compliance consultant who wishes to specialise in DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register class rules.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to join classification societies.
What you'll work with
- IACS Common Structural Rules (CSR)
- IACS Unified Requirements (UR)
- RO Code (Resolution MSC.349(92))
- DNV Rules for Classification of Ships
- ABS Marine Vessel Rules
- Lloyd’s Register Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Ships
- Regulation (EC) 391/2009
- Directive 2009/15/EC
6 modules · 300 h
1.1History and function of classification1.2IACS and its unified requirements1.3Flag-recognised organisations1.4Code for recognised organisations1.5Class versus statutory certification1.6Structure of the DNV, ABS and LR rules1.7Main and additional class notations1.8Class lifecycle1.9Responsibility of the societies1.10Case study: reading a vessel's class certificate
2.1Common Structural Rules (CSR)2.2Design loads and bending moment2.3Scantling of plating and stiffeners2.4Longitudinal strength of the hull girder2.5Buckling and fatigue2.6Marine steel grades2.7Welding requirements2.8Finite element analysis according to class2.9Differences between the three societies2.10Workshop: scantling of a bottom panel
3.1Main and auxiliary machinery3.2Piping and pressure vessels3.3Rules for electrical installations3.4Automation and unattended machinery spaces3.5Fire protection in the rules3.6Anchoring and mooring equipment3.7Type approval of components3.8Factory certification of equipment3.9Alternative propulsion notations3.10Practice: list of equipment subject to certification
4.1Plan approval process4.2Class comments and responses4.3Inspection during construction4.4Welder and welding procedure qualification4.5Tightness and sea trials4.6Provisional and final certificates4.7Rule calculation tools4.8Interaction with shipyards and owners4.9Class transfer4.10Case study: approval cycle for a structural plan
5.1Annual, intermediate and renewal surveys5.2Dry-dock bottom survey5.3Thickness measurement5.4Enhanced survey programme5.5Conditions of class5.6Damage and repairs5.7Continuous machinery survey5.8Digital notations and remote monitoring5.9Suspension and withdrawal of class5.10Practice: survey plan for a bulk carrier
6.1Study vessel6.2Required class notations6.3Comparative matrix of rules6.4Key structural requirements6.5Machinery and systems requirements6.6Plan approval plan6.7In-service survey plan6.8Recommendations to the owner6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
A 100% online course on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is DNV Nauticus Hull, Lloyd’s Register RulesCalc, DNV Sesam, MAESTRO, Ansys Mechanical, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for checking scantlings against class rules, preparing documentation for plan approval, and planning periodic surveys. Assessment is continuous across each module, plus a final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the role of classification societies and IACS.
Compare the structure and notations of DNV, ABS and Lloyd’s Register.
Apply structural rules to the scantling of hull elements.
Identify class requirements for machinery and equipment.
Manage the plan approval process and inspection during construction.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme’s software.
- Sufficient command of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with DNV Nauticus Hull, Lloyd’s Register RulesCalc, DNV Sesam, MAESTRO and Ansys Mechanical. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate a free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area can be recognised towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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