MV25403 Ship Construction – Semester IV – Marine – R-2025

Subject Code & Name: MV25403 – Ship Construction

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B.E. Marine Engineering (Marine)

Credits / L-T-P: 3 Credits | L-T-P: 3-0-0

Course Objectives

• This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge of ship structural components, shipbuilding materials, and construction methods used in modern shipyards.
• It enables students to understand ship structural design, safety considerations, and classification requirements relevant to marine engineering practice.

Full Unit-wise Syllabus

Unit I – Introduction to Ship Construction

Types of ships and their general arrangement Basic ship terminology, Ship dimensions and principal particulars, Structural members of ships, Shipbuilding materials and properties, Shipyard layout and shipbuilding process.

Activities: Ship types identification, Diagram labeling (parts of ship) & Short report on materials.

Unit II – Hull Structure and Framing Systems

Longitudinal and transverse framing systems Bottom structure and double bottom construction, Keel, floors, girders and brackets Side shell plating and framing, Deck structure and deck beams, Bulkheads and watertight compartments

Activities: Model/drawing of framing systems, Sketch double bottom & bulkheads and Comparison discussion

Unit III – Structural Components of Ships

Bow and stern construction, Fore peak and aft peak structures, Engine room structure and foundations, Shaft tunnel and propeller shaft, Superstructures and deck houses, Hatch openings and hatch covers

Activities: Component mapping on diagram, Video-based identification & Short assignment.

Unit IV – Ship Construction Techniques

Welding in ship construction, Riveted and welded joints, Prefabrication and modular construction, Block construction method Ship launching methods, Dry docking and ship repair

Activities: Welding process study, Flowchart of block construction & Field/virtual shipyard visit

Unit V – Ship Structural Strength and Classification

Longitudinal strength of ships Stresses in hull girder, Load distribution on ship structures, Corrosion and protection methods, Role of classification societies, Ship structural inspection and maintenance.

Activities: Case study on failures, Basics of stress/load discussion & Corrosion & inspection activity.

Course Outcomes (COs)

• CO1: Explain basic ship types, terminology, structural components, and shipbuilding materials.
• CO2: Apply knowledge of hull structure, framing systems, and ship components in design and analysis.
• CO3: Analyze ship structural components, construction methods, and fabrication techniques.
• CO4: Evaluate ship structural strength, load distribution, corrosion protection, and classification requirements.

Assessment Pattern (Quick Note)

• Weightage: Continuous Assessment 40% | End Semester Examinations 60%
• Internal methodology: Quiz (5%), Assignments (25%), Review of GATE/ESE Questions (20%), Internal Examinations (50%)

Source: Official Anna University – B.E. Marine Engineering R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026