Marine Vehicle Performance and Ship Dynamics

Operating marine vessels safely and efficiently requires a solid understanding of how they interact with the open ocean. This text-based course introduces you to the core principles of naval architecture, ship resistance, propulsion systems, and sea-keeping behavior. You will gain the foundational knowledge to analyze how different hull designs and environmental forces affect vessel performance. What you'll learn: Understand foundational naval architecture terminology, fluid mechanics, and buoyancy principles; Analyze ship resistance components, including wave-making, frictional, and air resistance; Evaluate propulsion systems, propeller mechanics, and engine-propeller matching; Predict ship behavior in waves, covering seakeeping, rolling, pitching, and maneuvering; Explore modern energy efficiency standards, including the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) and green propulsion trends. The course begins with basic hydrostatic and hydrodynamic definitions before guiding you through the practical physics of vessel resistance, propulsion design, and motion in real-world sea states. This course is designed for beginners, engineering students, and maritime enthusiasts, with no prior naval architecture experience required. Start reading today to master the fundamentals of ship dynamics and marine vehicle performance.