Course in Slamming and Hull Vibrations
Online course of 300 hours in slamming and hull vibrations. 6 modules covering IACS UR S11A Longitudinal Strength Standard for Container Ships, DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.3 Ch.10 Special requirements (slamming) and ANSYS Mechanical. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
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Run a real engineering trade-off from this programme. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Understand the physics of hydrodynamic impact on the hull.
Calculate slamming pressures using analytical and regulatory methods.
Simulate section impacts using CFD.
Analyse the hydroelastic response due to whipping and springing.
Assess local damage and vibrations caused by impacts.
Interpret load monitoring data on board.
Propose design and operational measures to mitigate slamming.
Who it's for
- Naval structures engineer wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Hydrodynamics engineer wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Fluid–structure interaction analyst wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Classification society engineer wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Hydroelasticity researcher wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Structural monitoring engineer wishing to specialise in Slamming and Hull Vibrations.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter shipyards.
What you'll work with
- IACS UR S11A Longitudinal Strength Standard for Container Ships
- DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.3 Ch.10 Special requirements (slamming)
- ISO 12215-5 Small craft hull construction: design pressures
- IACS Common Structural Rules for Bulk Carriers and Oil Tankers
- HSC Code 2000
- ISO 20283-2 Mechanical vibration — Measurement of vibration on ships
- DNV-CG-0153 Fatigue and ultimate strength assessment of container ships including whipping and springing
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Von Kármán Theory for Impacting Bodies 1.2 Wagner Model and Water Uplift 1.3 Slamming 1.5 Wet-Deck Slamming in Catamarans 1.6 Green Water and Water Shipping on Deck 1.7 Compressibility Effects and Air Pockets 1.8 Probability of Slamming Occurrence in Waves 1.9 Ochi Criteria for Slamming Onset 1.10 Practice Case: Impact Pressure on a V-Section
2.1Relative bow–wave motions in irregular seas2.2Strip methods and threshold relative velocity2.3Design pressures according to classification rules2.4CFD simulation of wedge and section drops2.5Temporal and spatial distribution of pressures2.6Global slamming loads on the hull girder2.7Non-linear effects at large amplitudes2.8Peak statistics and extreme values2.9Comparison between prediction and drop tests2.10Practice: free-fall simulation of a wedge
3.1Fluid–structure interaction in the hull3.2Whipping induced by bow impacts3.3Springing from resonant wave excitation3.4Timoshenko beam models for the ship3.5Natural frequencies of vertical bending3.6Structural and hydrodynamic damping3.7Contribution of whipping to fatigue3.8Combined wave–whipping bending moments3.9Large container ships and damage cases3.10Laboratory: simplified hydroelastic beam model
4.1Excitation from propeller and main engine4.2Panels and stiffeners subjected to impact4.3Transient response of stiffened plates4.4Dynamic loads on aluminium and composite hulls4.5Dynamic amplification factors4.6Typical damage: dents, cracks and delamination4.7Bow design to reduce impacts4.8Impact-resistant materials and joints4.9Acceptance criteria for local vibrations4.10Practical case: bottom panel of a fast boat
5.1Segmented model tests in a towing tank5.2Strain gauges and accelerometers on the hull5.3Impact pressure sensors5.4Automatic detection of slamming events5.5Operational guidance systems for the master5.6Speed reduction and course change5.7Analysis of real navigation records5.8Correlation between measurements and simulations5.9Maintenance based on recorded loads5.10Workshop: processing a measured impact signal
6.1Vessel selection and sea scenario6.2Calculation of relative bow motions6.3Estimation of design slamming pressures6.4Hydroelastic whipping analysis6.5Verification of bottom panels and stiffeners6.6Fatigue impact assessment6.7Proposal of mitigation measures6.8Operational guidance recommendations in waves6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ANSYS Mechanical, Simcenter STAR-CCM+, WASIM (DNV Sesam), MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for free-fall drop tests of wedges and bow sections, segmented model tests in a wave tank, and on-board recording of impacts with strain gauges and accelerometers. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Understand the physics of hydrodynamic impact on the hull.
Calculate slamming pressures using analytical and regulatory methods.
Simulate section impacts using CFD.
Analyse the hydroelastic response due to whipping and springing.
Assess local damage and vibrations caused by impacts.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.
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 comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with ANSYS Mechanical, Simcenter STAR-CCM+, WASIM (DNV Sesam), MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the open-source alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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