Optimal control and the maximum principle. Second order necessary conditions. Continuous gradient methods, conjugate gradients. It involves three hours of classes per week and is worth three semester credits. AOE 3134 and MATH 4564 are prerequisites.
Methods employed in ship design include analytical, statistical and experimental approaches.
Both hull and propulsor analysis techniques are covered. It involves three hours of classes per week and is worth three semester credits. AOE 4754 is a prerequisite. In depth analysis and design of major ship propulsion system and machinery components. Propellers, Shafting, and Gearing.