Ship Stability and Trim CalculationLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

Basic knowledge of a ship's hydrostatics, knowledge of the effects of free surface on stability. Working knowledge and application of stability, trim, and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment. Understanding of fundamental actions to be taken in the event of partial loss of intact buoyancy. Understanding of the fundamentals of watertight integrity. (STCW A-II/1)

Content

Trim and stability of an undamaged ship and trim calculation. Calculation of effects of leaks on stability and trim

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Excellent (5), good (4-3), fair (2-1); fail