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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Subsea Pipeline and Riser Design | |||
| Reference | ENM229 | Version | 4 |
| Created | August 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | August 2013 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | August 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
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| To provide an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the theory and practical issues involved in subsea pipelines and risers, and their design and operation. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Demonstrate extensive, detailed critical knowledge and understanding of the types, properties, and manufacture, of pipelines. |
| 2 | Critically evaluate pipeline design factors (parameters), flow analysis and sizing of pipelines. |
| 3 | Apply and critically analyse the theory, concepts and principles of pipeline mechanical design. |
| 4 | Demonstrate extensive, detailed critical knowledge and understanding of environmental and topographical factors in the in-situ design of pipelines. |
| 5 | Apply and critically analyse the theory, concepts and principles of riser design. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Introduction to Subsea Pipelines; Properties of Materials; Pipe Materials; Pipeline Fundamentals; Buckling; Pipeline Stability; Flow Regime and Thermal Loss; Spanning Pipelines; Introduction to Riser System; Types of Risers; Catenary Theory; Rise Pipe Stresses. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a lecture and tutorial based full time course, with case study work, plus private study and discussion. The course is available an online learning module with online tutor support. A blend of online learning and direct attendance is also possible. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 48 | 60 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 102 | 90 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 5 |
| Description: | Report. | ||||
| Component 2 | |||||
| Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 50% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Closed book examination. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | ||||||||
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| Explanatory Text | ||||||||
| The module has 2 components and an overall grade D is required to pass the module. The component weighting is as follows: C1 is worth 50% and C2 is worth 50%. | ||||||||
| Examination: | ||||||||
| Coursework: | A | B | C | D | E | F | NS | |
| A | A | A | B | B | C | E | ||
| B | A | B | B | C | C | E | ||
| C | B | B | C | C | D | E | ||
| D | B | C | C | D | D | E | ||
| E | C | C | D | D | E | E | ||
| F | E | E | E | E | E | F | ||
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination | |||||||
| Module Requirements | |
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| Prerequisites for Module | Normally a UK honours degree, or equivalent, in Engineering or related discipline at class 2.2 or above and proficiency in English language for academic purposes (IELTS minimum score of 6.5 or equivalent). |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | This module is not suitable for students following an MSc in Professional Studies programme unless they meet the entry qualifications stipulated in the University Regulations on admission and the prerequisites above. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| Part Time refers to Online Learning (OL) |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | BAI, Y. and BAI, Q., 2005. Subsea Pipelines & Risers. Elsevier. |
| 2 | BRAESTRUP, M.W. ed, 2005. Design and Installation of Marine Pipelines. Blackwell UK. |
| 3 | PALMER, A. C. and KING, R. A., 2004. Subsea Pipeline Engineering. PennWell. |
| 4 | DNVGL-RP-F109 On-bottom stability design of submarine pipelines |
| 5 | HEARN, E.J. 1997 Mechanics of Materials, Vol 1: An Introduction to the Mechanics of Elastic and Plastic Deformation of Solids and Structural Materials, 3rd Ed. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. |
| 6 | GUO, B. et al. 2005. Offshore Pipelines. Burlington, MA: Gulf Professional Publishing. |
| 7 | KYRIAKIDES, S., CORONA, E. 2007. Mechanics of Offshore Pipelines, Vol 1:Buckling and Collapse. Oxford: Elsevier. |