Program Overview

Course Overview

The course SD2711, Small Craft Design, is a 10.0 credit course offered by the KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

Information per Course Offering

The course is offered in different semesters, and the information provided is for the Spring 2026 semester.

Information for Spring 2026 Start

• Course location: KTH Campus
• Duration: 13 Jan 2026 - 1 Jun 2026
• Periods: Spring 2026: P3 (5 hp), P4 (5 hp)
• Pace of study: 33%
• Application code: 60635
• Form of study: Normal Daytime
• Language of instruction: English
• Number of places: Max: 20
• Target group: Course registration only possible through the examiner.

Course Syllabus

The course syllabus is available in an accessible format on the course page.

Content and Learning Outcomes

The course consists mainly of project-based teamwork, including planning, technical design, experimental investigations, and manufacturing. The technical aim is to develop an advanced naval system from specification to product, constrained by a given budget. The intended learning outcomes include:

• Working in a project environment
• Written and oral skills
• Analyzing technical problems from a systems perspective
• Using modern engineering methods and tools
• Treating and solving technical problems subject to multiple constraints
• Developing strategies for systematic use and choice of available engineering methods

Literature and Preparations

• Specific prerequisites: The course is aimed at students in the first or second year of a Master's program in engineering. Bachelor of engineering with working knowledge in Matlab, mechanics, algebra, and calculus is required. English B / English 6.
• Literature: Information about course literature can be found in the course memo or in the course room in Canvas.

Examination and Completion

• Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• Examination: PRO1 - Project, 10.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• Other requirements for final grade: Course work (ÖVN1-5) and completed project.
• Examiner: Jakob Kuttenkeuler, Stefan Hallström

Ethical Approach

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further Information

• The course is offered by: SCI/Aeronautical and Vehicle Engineering
• Main field of study: Technology
• Education cycle: Second cycle