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NSP 102 - Naval Ship Systems I

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Overview of naval ship systems engineering. Includes the fundamentals of ship construction, stability, damage control and repair, basic thermodynamics, and steam and nuclear propulsion systems.

Information: Acceptance into the Navy Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program at the University of Arizona is required before enrolling in this course. This course is offered in cooperation with the University of Arizona.


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify the basic power cycles used in naval propulsion systems and the functions of major components of each medium.
  2. Demonstrate a comprehension of a cycle as a thermodynamic medium.
  3. Explain the function and major components of naval auxiliary systems.
  4. Demonstrate a comprehension of the factors and criteria, which influence ship design and a knowledge of the major structural elements of ship construction.
  5. Demonstrate a comprehension of basic electrical theory and knowledge of applications to include: transformers and magnetic devices; motors and generators; and power distribution systems.
  6. Demonstrate a comprehension of the principles and characteristics of electromagnetic wave propagation.
  7. Use the basics of electrical safety.
  8. Differentiate the characteristics of naval fuel and oil.

Outline:
  1. Naval Ship Systems
    1. Basic thermodynamics
    2. Basic steam propulsion cycle
  2. Boilers
    1. Marine boilers
    2. 1200 PSI “D” Type Boiler Water and steam side systems
    3. 1200 PSI “D” Type Boiler
  3. Steam Expansion and Main Propulsion Systems
    1. Main condensate system
    2. Main feed system
    3. Machinery plant layout
  4. Nuclear, Air, and Gas
    1. Nuclear fundamentals and reactor control
    2. Internal combustion engines
    3. Gas Turbine Theory and fundamentals of propulsion
    4. Comparison of marine propulsion plants
    5. Distilling plants
    6. Compressed air systems
    7. Refrigeration and air conditioning plants
  5. Other Systems
    1. Hydraulic systems and application
    2. Steering systems
  6. Electrical
    1. Electrical theory
    2. Shipboard electrical systems
  7. Other Topics
    1. Hull Design
    2. Buoyancy
    3. Ship stability
    4. Impaired stability
    5. Damage control overview
    6. Damage control systems and equipment
    7. NSC Warfare Defense and damage control
    8. Summary