Course - Seabed Boundary Layer Flow - MR8304
MR8304 - Seabed Boundary Layer Flow
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Oral examination
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral examination | 100/100 | E |
Course content
The course covers: Boundary layer flow under current and waves. Interaction between waves and current in the bottom boundary layer. The effect of waves and current on bedforms. Suspension of sand under waves and current. Sediment transport. Scour around structures.
Learning outcome
To have knowledge of the theoretical basis for and good physical understanding of the flow near the seabed and its effects on sediment transport and scour around marine structures which are covered by the topics described in the academic content. To have skills and general competence to be able to apply this knowledge and understanding within own research work. To master the concepts and terminology which are used in the description of the flow close to the seabed, the resulting sediment transport and scour around marine structures.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and mandatory exercises. To pass the course a score of at least 70 percent is required.
Compulsory assignments
- 6 exercises
Further on evaluation
For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken
Recommended previous knowledge
Knowledge corresponding to the topics covered by the course TMR4247 Marine Technology 3 - Hydrodynamics.
Course materials
The literature consists of selected parts from the following books:Fredsøe, J. and Deigaard, R., "Mechanics of Coastal Sediment Transport", World Scientific, Singapore, 1992.Nielsen, P., "Coastal Bottom Boundary Layers and Sediment Transport", World Scientific, Singapore, 1992.Soulsby, R.L., "Dynamics of Marine Sands", Thomas Telford, London, UK, 1997.Sumer, B.M. and Fredsøe, J.,"The Mechanics of Scour in the Marine Environment", World Scientific, Singapore, 2002.In additions some selected journal articles.
No
Version: 1
Credits:
10.5 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Marine Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Oral examination 100/100 E
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Oral examination 100/100 E
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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"