Short Courses

MAXSURF I (Basic)

What is the program about? 

The Maxsurf I (Basic) is designed to introduce new users to features of Maxsurf modeler as well as train users in the design of ships. This course will cover user interface, opening of a file, adding and viewing surfaces, manipulating surfaces, sitting up of frame of reference, adding of sections, buttons and waterlines, calculating areas, trimming, sitting of waterlines, decks, frames, calculating hydrostatics and modeling of a ship and many others.

BENEFITS TO YOU

At the end of the course the participants will be able: 

• To explore the concept of surface modeling as opposed to solid modeling
• To differentiate between the types of surface modeling
• To use surface modeling in 3D and discover the methods employed within the Maxsurf software environment.
• To carry out simple exercises in the design of various ship types using the knowledge acquired. 

WHAT IS COVERED

The course covers the following modules: 

• Module 1-     DEFINITIONS & DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SURFACE MODELING & SOLID MODELING

• Module 2-     INTRODUCTION TO MAXSURF/ USER INTERFACE

• Module 3 –    MODELER SETTING

• Module 4-     SURFACE FITTING

• Module 5-     WORKING WITH STRINGERS etc. 

WHO IS IT FOR?

This course is ideal for students studying Marine Engineering, Nautical Science or Naval architecture. It is also serves as the starting point for persons who wish to develop careers in ship design.

DURATION 

The course covers a duration of five (5) Days excluding national holidays. The class will begin with a minimum of five people exhausting 4 hours per day.

COURSE FEE 

The course fee for the duration is $350 or GHS equivalent which covers course materials, tuition, student registration, assessments and examinations, practicals, etc.  

MAXSURF II (INTERMEDIATE)

What is the program about? 

The Maxsurf II is designed to equip trainees with the skills for carrying out hull stiffening and reinforcements. Applicants of this program will be able to analyze ship stability and estimate resistance and seakeeping characteristics. 

BENEFITS TO YOU

At the end of the course the participants will be able: 

• To carry out a quick review of Maxsurf I
• Will be equipped to add structures to a model
• Capable of carrying out stability analysis for a ship
• To learn how to estimate resistance and powering requirements

WHAT IS COVERED

The course covers the following modules: 

• Module 1-     STABILITY & EQUILIBRIUM ANALYSIS

• Module 2-     RESITANCE & POWERING

• Module 3 –    MOTION ANALYSIS

• Module 4-     MATERIALS AND SECTION LIBRARIES etc.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Persons who have successfully completed training in Maxsurf I.

DURATION 

The course covers a duration of five (5) Days excluding national holidays. The class will begin with a minimum of five people exhausting 4 hours per day.

COURSE FEE 

The course fee for the duration is $350 or GHS equivalent which covers course materials, tuition, student registration, assessments and examinations, practical, etc.  

SHIP DESIGN

What is the program about? 

The Ship design and maintenance introduces candidates to the basic techniques and tools required to enable proficiency in design. This includes: Methods of designing; Preliminary design; Estimation of dimensions, weights and volumes; Cost estimation project.

BENEFITS TO YOU

At the end of the course the participants will be able: 

• To design a ship from beginning to final stage.
• To carry out a preliminary design project based on the selection of a marine vehicle of choice

WHAT IS COVERED

The course covers the following modules: 

• Module 1-     DESIGN PHASES
• Module 2-     DIFFERENT METHODS FOR SELECTING DISPLACEMENT
• Module 3 –    EMPIRICAL FORMULAS FOR LENGTH ESTIMATION
• Module 4-     MACHINERY INSTALLATION WEIGHT CALCULATION
• Module 5-     TYPES OF COST ESTIMATES etc. 

WHO IS IT FOR?

Practicing naval architects, marine engineers, shipyard workers, ship designers and students who wish to develop their careers further in ship design and production. 

COURSE FEE 

The course fee for the duration is $350 or GHS equivalent which covers course materials, tuition, student registration, assessments and examinations, practical, etc.  

DURATION 

The course covers a duration of five (5) Days excluding national holidays. The class will begin with a minimum of five people exhausting 4 hours per day.

NOTE: RMU Students are entitled to a rebate of 50% for all the programmes.