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TMR4520

Marine Hydrodynamics, Specialization Project

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Credits 7.5
Level Second degree level
Course start Autumn 2024
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English and norwegian
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Work

About

About the course

Course content

Topic for the project thesis shall be compatible with the selected topics for TMR4525. The supervisor for the project thesis shall approve choice of topics for the supplementary topic and the in-depth topic (TMR4525).The students have to attend a mandatory introduction seminar to the project thesis beyond the established ECTS. The seminar has to be attended as part of the project thesis course. The seminar consists of lectures and assignments which has to be passed for the students to be allowed to hand in the project thesis. The content of the seminar prepares the student for writing their thesis; such as searching for literature, writing reports, scientific publishing and ethics.

Learning outcome

The student shall learn to immerse one self in a specific topic within marine hydrodynamics, using a scientific method of work. This includes to obtain additional knowledge through searching scientific literature and other relevant sources, and to combine this with own knowledge. The student shall learn to perform a larger, independent project, including making a project plan and project report in accordance with generally recognized standards. The master thesis might be a continuation of the project thesis.After having completed the introduction seminar to the project thesis the student shall: know and understand the importance of ethical research practices. Be able to take an active role in their own skills development and learning. Understand the importance of conducting thorough literature reviews. Be able to perform detailed scientific literature reviews, including searching in literature databases. Be acquainted with the desirable quality and content of independent research. Be able to conduct accurate report writing, and thesis preparation. Know how to increase the effectiveness of their individual research. Know how to write concise scientific reports, including structuring, referencing, and avoiding plagiarism. Manage their project schedule and resources, managing expectations and change. Be able to define a project description and project plan.

Learning methods and activities

The introduction seminar consist of lectures and self-study. Mandatory, preparation of project plan. The project is an individual project work with guidance from supervisor.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engineering and ICT (MTING)
Marine Technology (MIMART)
Marine Technology (MSN1)
Marine Technology (MTMART)

Course materials

Guideline for writing report and lecture notes from the introduction seminar. Other course materials to be agreed with the supervisor of the project.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
TMR4700 7.5 sp Autumn 2007
This course has academic overlap with the course in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Hydrodynamics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Marine Technology