Course - Design Methods - TMR4115
TMR4115 - Design Methods
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
The course covers core methods applied in the design of complex marine systems, focusing on methods for systems analysis, product development, decision support, simulation and optimization. The course provides an overview of important design related decision problems on fleet, vessel and main systems level, and how mathematical models can be developed and solved in order to find good solutions. This includes the application of linear and non-linear optimization, integer programming, network problems, decisions under uncertainty, simulation, utility theory and selection problems. Realistic, industry relevant cases will be solved through assignments, with a focus on mathematical modeling and the use of software tools and programming in python.
Learning outcome
After completing the course the students shall be able to find good solutions to important marine technology design problems systems analysis methods, mathematical models and corresponding solution methods. This includes: - Acquiring a fundamental understanding of the nature of design, and the difference between design and analysis - Be able to formulate core decision problems in marine design as a mathematical model, discuss the characteristics and behavior of this model, and selecting an appropriate solution method for the problem - Be able to formulate and solve linear optimization problems using the Simplex methods, and understand how post solution analysis can be used to gain additional insight into the original problem - Formulate and solve simple integer and binary problems, related to fleet size and mix, equipment configuration and arrangements - Be able to formulate and solve non linear optimization problems, primarily related to hull form design - Understand core principles related to decisions under uncertainty and real options - Be able to apply utility and value based methods for selection problems - Develop simulation models that reflects the operational behavior pattern for a vessel as part of a fleet or transportation chain, and use this model to support design related decisions.
Learning methods and activities
Learning is based on both ordinary classes and assignments. The assignments focus on applying methods using databased tools.
Compulsory assignments
- Assignment
Further on evaluation
The grade in the course is based on a final written exam (100%). Examination papers will be given in English only. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. Postponed/repeated exams may be oral. For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken.
Recommended previous knowledge
TMR4252 Marine Systems Design or similar (see course description 2012/13). TIØ4126 Optimization and decision support or similar. For students without background in operations research, core methods will be summarized as part of the course.
Course materials
Compendium, lecture notes and papers will be made available in Blackboard.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIN0540 | 7.5 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Marine Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2024-11-25 09:00 PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates DI42 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 3 Storhall del 2 Idrettssenteret (Dragvoll) 42 SL274 Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL271 Sluppenvegen 14 2 - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D PAPIR
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"