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Course in Parametric Hull Design Methodologies

Online 300 h course in parametric hull design methodologies. 6 modules covering IMO Resolution MEPC.364(79) Calculation of the attained EEDI, ISO 10303 STEP Representation and exchange of product data and CAESES. Assigned tutor and enrolment open.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Course in Parametric Hull Design Methodologies — studying from the United States

Naval and offshore engineering in the United States is concentrated in Virginia, Maine, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. Shipbuilders such as HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) and General Dynamics Electric Boat design and construct naval vessels, while offshore energy firms develop platforms and subsea systems. The recreational marine sector, including boat builders in Florida and the Carolinas, adds demand for hull, propulsion and marine systems expertise. Classification societies and government regulators set rigorous standards for safety and performance.

Fees for the United States: 720 US$ (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in the United States

  • U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
  • American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
  • Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME)
  • National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)

Typical roles

  • Naval Architect
  • Marine Engineer
  • Offshore Structures Engineer
  • Hull Design Engineer

Questions from the United States

Can I study from any state?

Yes. Programmes are 100% online, so you can study from anywhere in the United States with a reliable internet connection.

Is the programme taught in English?

Yes. All programmes are taught in English, with technical materials and assessments delivered in that language.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Represent hulls using NURBS surfaces and shape parameters.

02

Build robust parametric hull models.

03

Apply shape transformation and morphing techniques.

04

Automate hydrodynamic calculation chains.

05

Explore the design space using DoE and surrogate models.

06

Optimise shapes using multi-objective criteria.

07

Develop a parametric hull ready for production.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Hull form design engineer wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • Preliminary naval design engineer wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • Hydrodynamic optimisation specialist wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • Naval CAD engineer wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • CFD engineer wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • Ship design researcher wishing to specialise in parametric hull design methodologies.
  • Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter shipyards.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IMO Resolution MEPC.364(79) Calculation of the attained EEDI
  • ISO 10303 STEP Representation and exchange of product data
  • ITTC 7.5-03-02-03 Practical Guidelines for Ship CFD Applications
  • ITTC 7.5-02-03-01.4 1978 ITTC Performance Prediction Method
  • IS Code 2008 International Code on Intact Stability
  • International Convention on Load Lines 1966
  • SOLAS Convention, Chapter II-1 Construction and subdivision
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1NURBS curves and surfaces
  2. 1.2Lines plan and hull drawings
  3. 1.3Form coefficients: Cb, Cp and Cm
  4. 1.4Sectional area curve
  5. 1.5Bow, stern and parallel midbody parameters
  6. 1.6Hull fairing and G2 continuity
  7. 1.7Bulbous bow and transom shapes
  8. 1.8Geometry exchange in IGES and STEP formats
  9. 1.9Geometric quality for CFD and production
  10. 1.10Practical case: sectional area curve of a bulk carrier
  1. 2.1Parametric design versus manual modelling
  2. 2.2Lackenby transformation
  3. 2.3Morphing and free-form deformation (FFD)
  4. 2.4Definition of high-level parameters
  5. 2.5Generation of shapes from constraints
  6. 2.6Parametric hulls for systematic series
  7. 2.7Control of hydrostatics during variation
  8. 2.8Robustness of models under extreme changes
  9. 2.9Libraries of reference forms
  10. 2.10Workshop: Lackenby transformation on a base hull
  1. 3.1Automated calculation chains
  2. 3.2Rapid evaluation with potential flow methods
  3. 3.3Coupling with RANS resistance
  4. 3.4Seakeeping within the design loop
  5. 3.5Automatic stability and hydrostatics
  6. 3.6Failure management in chained simulations
  7. 3.7Parallel and cloud computing
  8. 3.8Traceability of design variants
  9. 3.9Use of Python scripts for automation
  10. 3.10Practice: parametric chain with potential flow calculation
  1. 4.1Design of experiments: Sobol and Latin hypercube
  2. 4.2Global sensitivity analysis
  3. 4.3Surrogate models and machine learning
  4. 4.4Multi-objective genetic algorithms
  5. 4.5Dimensionality reduction with analysis of variance
  6. 4.6Optimisation under operational uncertainty
  7. 4.7Multi-speed operating profiles
  8. 4.8Visualisation of Pareto fronts
  9. 4.9Selection of the compromise solution
  10. 4.10Laboratory: multi-objective optimisation of a container ship
  1. 5.1Preliminary parametric sizing
  2. 5.2Relationship with weights, capacity and general arrangement
  3. 5.3Port and channel restrictions
  4. 5.4Hull forms for energy efficiency and EEDI
  5. 5.5Design of ship families
  6. 5.6Production: plate developability
  7. 5.7Integration with construction CAD
  8. 5.8Knowledge-based design
  9. 5.9Real cases of optimised hulls
  10. 5.10Practical case: parametric family of supply vessels
  1. 6.1Definition of requirements and constraints
  2. 6.2Construction of the parametric model
  3. 6.3Automation of the calculation chain
  4. 6.4Design of experiments and sensitivity
  5. 6.5Multi-objective shape optimisation
  6. 6.6Selection and fairing of the final hull
  7. 6.7Hydrostatic and hydrodynamic verification
  8. 6.8Export for production
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the programme with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is CAESES, Rhinoceros 3D with Grasshopper, NAPA, Maxsurf, Python, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The tests are studied using real procedures for parametric hull form transformation, multi-objective optimisation with surrogate models, and automation of hydrodynamic calculation chains. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry mentoring:faculty with careers in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, ciber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Definition of requirements and constraints

Represent hulls using NURBS surfaces and shape parameters.

Construction of the parametric model

Build robust parametric hull models.

Automation of the calculation chain

Apply shape transformation and morphing techniques.

Design of experiments and sensitivity

Automate hydrodynamic calculation chains.

Multi-objective shape optimisation

Explore the design space using DoE and surrogate models.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Hull form design engineerPreliminary naval design engineerHydrodynamic optimisation specialistNaval CAD engineerCFD engineerShip design researcher
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 300 total hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.

The work is carried out with CAESES, Rhinoceros 3D with Grasshopper, NAPA, Maxsurf, Python. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

SEIUM's own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when enrolling.

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