Ocean engineering is a relatively young , extremely varied and remarkably exciting field of engineering. Oceans truly are the last frontiers remaining on earth, and it is up to us as engineers to find ways to identify, investigate and utilize ocean and coastal resources while at the same time protecting them from the destructive effects of human activities.
Ocean engineering is one of the most varied engineering disciplines.
The ocean engineering education here at USNA includes the standard fundamental engineering courses such as statics, dynamics, strength of materials, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, along with other applied engineering courses. Since ocean engineering encompasses so many different areas and types of problems, there are many different types of elective courses offered. Each of these elective courses strives to utilize and reinforce the fundamental tools learned, while expanding the problem-solving capability of each student. Life support Work systems Cables, pipelines, shipwrecks, etc. Environmental Engineering - Learn to protect the oceans from the harmful effects of mankind's activities.