Module Details

Module Code: ELEC7011
Title: Marine Electrical Power
Long Title: Marine Electrical Power Technology
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5220 - Electrical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is aimed at students who wish to specialise in key electrical technologies applicable to marine engineering in a multi-disciplinary approach. Areas covered will include electric propulsion systems and modern marine power and automation systems.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Perform calculations involving more complex electrical circuits.
LO2 Describe the general construction of different types of distribution systems.
LO3 Describe methods of manual and automatic synchronising techniques for generators.
LO4 Describe the construction and principle of operation of Power protection equipment.
LO5 Specify and assess the impact of power conversion techniques on marine power systems.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Circuit Theory
Three-phase balanced and unbalanced loads, load distribution and equalisation. Complex notation; relationship between line and phase quantities. Power factor correction and control schemes, electronic energy management systems.
Distribution
Earthed and insulated systems, earth leakage protection, indication and location, protective systems for power distribution, preference tripping, selection of cables for marine applications, bus-bar systems, shore connection, circuit breakers, MCB, fuses, control, electric shock, insulation resistance and circuit testing, use of test instruments. Hazardous zones and categories of protection.
Generation and Main Circuit Breakers
Alternating current generators, generator protection, conventional and static load characteristics, armature reaction, synchronous impedance, manual and automatic synchronising techniques, parallel operation, load sharing, load transfer, voltage regulation, protection and instrumentation. Emergency generators.
Electric Propulsion and High Voltage Practice
Main propulsion and turbo electric drives, propulsion characteristics of dc and ac systems, method of starting and speed changing. Controlled Rectification and Inversion, converter types. Harmonics, propulsion auxiliaries and protection. Power supply network. High voltage on ships, high voltage safety.
Batteries and Emergency Supplies
Batteries for marine applications, maintained and non-maintained systems, charging, safety in marine conditions, emergency lighting, alarm systems. Uninterruptible Power Supplies.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Practical competency through laboratory-based assignments with reports.
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Assessment of lecture material.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Marine Electrical Power Technology Theory Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Marine Electrical Power Technology Applications Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Further study of class notes and recommended resources. Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Dennis T. Hall. (1999), Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge, 2nd. Witherby & Co Ltd, [ISBN: 1856091821].
  • Edmund, G.R. Kraal. (2006), Advanced Electrotechnology for Engineers, 2nd. Thomas Reed Publications, [ISBN: 0713676841].
  • Alexandr Yakimchuk. (2012), Ship Automation for Marine Engineers and Electro-technical Officers, [ISBN: 1-85609-526-6].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Edward Hughes, John Hiley, Keith Brown, Ian McKenzie Smith. (2012), Hughes Electrical & Electronic Technology, 11th. [ISBN: 0132060116].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMAEL_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Electrotechnology 5 Mandatory
CR_EMARE_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering 5 Mandatory