Diploma in Ship Construction

This free online course specialises in ship construction, bulkheads, stresses and explains the Voith-Schneider system.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Describe the construction of ship frames
Describe the general constructional feature and arrangement of various types of ships
Evaluate the cause and effect of hogging and sagging
Define the various types of bulkhead
Outline the midship structural arrangement for different types of ships
Evaluate the constructional features of the bow and stern
Describe the operation of a watertight door
Explain the provisions of the bilge and ballast piping system
Describe the constructional features of various types of rudders
Evaluate the constructional features of various types of propellers including CPP
Describe the operation of a tug using a Voith-Schneider and Azimuthing propulsion
Outline the significance of load lines in terms of cargo carriage and safety of navigation

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