Objectives

• Upon the completion of this course, the student will be able to:List block loading methods.Describe keel bearing variations.Develop a pumping plan for a floating dock.State different non-destructive testing techniques employed in floating docks.

Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, the student will be able to:Describe block loading methods and the types of materials used.Explain the trapezoidal loading equation and keel bearing.Explain floating dock design aspects.Describe a pumping plan using lift curves for floating docks.Explain floating dock inspections and non-destructive testing techniques.

Course Contents

Block LoadingBlock’s Initial Height Relative to the Others Bearing Area of Ship on Block Types of Materials Position of Block Under the Ship and Weight of ShipTrapezoidal Loading Equation Interrupted Keel Bearing Varying Width Keel No. of Side Blocks Required to Resist Hurricane Forces No. of Side Blocks Required to Resist Earthquake ForcesDeveloping a Pumping PlanSelecting Dock Drafts for Pumping Plan Determining the Load on the Compartments Determining the Height of Internal Water Using Lift Curves in Developing a Pumping Plan Effects of Venting on Tank Level ReadingsFloating Dock InspectionsFloating Dock InspectionsNDTPumps + Valves

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