Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles of dredging, channel design, and mooring system engineering.
2. Learn about dredging methodologies, equipment selection, and environmental considerations.
3. Gain expertise in designing navigational channels and optimizing channel dimensions.
4. Develop skills in planning and designing safe and efficient mooring systems for various vessel types.
5. Enhance their ability to integrate hydrodynamic, sediment transport, and geotechnical data into design decisions.

Course Syllabus:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Dredging and Channel Design

1. Introduction to Dredging and Channel Engineering
2. Dredging Techniques and Equipment
3. Hydrodynamic and Geotechnical Considerations in Dredging
4. Workshop: Selecting the Best Dredging Method for a Given Scenario

Day 2: Channel Design and Optimization

1. Principles of Navigational Channel Design
2. Hydraulic and Sediment Transport Modeling
3. Environmental and Regulatory Considerations
4. Case Study: Designing a Deepwater Navigation Channel

Day 3: Mooring System Design Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Mooring Systems
2. Mooring Load Calculations
3. Mooring Hardware and Configurations
4. Workshop: Performing Mooring Load Calculations for a Terminal Facility

Day 4: Advanced Design Considerations for Dredging, Channels, and Mooring

1. Long-Term Sediment Management for Channels
2. Mooring System Safety and Risk Management
3. Integration of Dredging, Channel Design, and Mooring Systems
4. Case Study: Designing a Mooring System for a Large Port Facility

Day 5: Project Implementation and Capstone Project

1. Project Planning and Execution in Dredging and Mooring Projects
• Contracting strategies and project management best practices.
• Cost estimation and risk assessment for large-scale projects.
2. Monitoring and Maintenance Strategies