Program Overview

Introduction to Seakeeping and Manoeuvring Unit

The Seakeeping and Manoeuvring unit, coded as JEE329, is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge on ship seakeeping and manoeuvring. This unit delves into the theoretical and experimental prediction methods, enabling students to assess and predict ship performance under various conditions.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Seakeeping and Manoeuvring
• Unit Code: JEE329
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering, Australian Maritime College
• Discipline: National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics
• Coordinator: Associate Professor Jonathan Duffy
• Availability as Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Advanced

Availability and Location

The unit is available in Launceston, with classes scheduled during Semester 2. Attendance options include on-campus and off-campus modes, catering to both international and domestic students.

Key Dates

• Start Date: 6/7/2026
• Census Date: 28/7/2026
• Withdrawal Without Penalty Date: 31/8/2026
• End Date: 25/10/2026

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Assess the influence of operational conditions and vessel design on seakeeping performance
• Assess the influence of operational conditions and vessel design on manoeuvring performance
• Evaluate seakeeping performance in accordance with stakeholder requirements
• Produce a risk assessment for hydrodynamic experiments

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $3,435.00

Requisites

Prerequisites

Students must have completed (JEE235 AND JEE221) OR JEE254 to be eligible for this unit.

Teaching Pattern

• Workshops: 3 hours weekly
• Tutorials/Laboratories: 1 hour, as advised
• Assessment:
  • Class Test 1 (10%)
  • Class Test 2 (10%)
  • Final Exam (40%)
  • Seakeeping Analysis Assignment (40%)

Textbooks and Resources

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities as necessary.