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Masters · 1500 h · 11 modules
Master's in Advanced Naval Mechanical Engineering
Offers comprehensive training in the design, operation, and maintenance of naval mechanical systems. It delves into the latest propulsion, power generation, and automation technologies, preparing you to face the challenges of the…
Duration1500 h
FormatOnline
Starts30 November
Places20 / 20
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What is the Master’s in Advanced Naval Mechanical Engineering?
The Master's in Advanced Naval Mechanical Engineering
Offers comprehensive training in the design, operation, and maintenance of naval mechanical systems. It delves into the latest propulsion, power generation, and automation technologies, preparing you to face the challenges of the modern maritime industry. Develop your skills in simulation, modeling, and failure analysis, optimizing vessel performance and efficiency. This program gives you a competitive edge in a constantly evolving sector.
Differentiating Advantages
- Specialization in advanced propulsion systems: internal combustion engines, gas turbines, and hybrid systems.
- Proficiency in simulation software: ANSYS, MATLAB, and specific tools for naval engineering.
- Design and optimization of energy systems: efficient onboard energy management and emissions reduction.
- Vibration and noise analysis: diagnosis and troubleshooting of marine machinery.
- Predictive maintenance: implementation of strategies to maximize equipment lifespan.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,500 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Cutting-Edge Naval Design: Master the latest techniques in modeling, simulation, and optimization of naval mechanical systems.
- Efficient and Sustainable Propulsion: Delve into innovative engines, alternative energies, and emissions reduction in the maritime industry.
- Advanced Maintenance Management: Implement strategies for predictive maintenance, failure analysis, and equipment lifespan optimization.
- Maritime Automation and Control: Acquire skills in autonomous systems, marine robotics, and process control for intelligent navigation.
- Leadership and Project Management: Develop your abilities to manage teams, coordinate complex projects, and make decisions strategic in the naval sector. Boost your career towards the future of naval engineering with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Advanced Fundamentals of Naval Mechanical Engineering, Propulsive Architecture and Design Requirements for Marine Ships and Artifacts
- Evolution of Naval Mechanical Engineering: Vessel Typologies, Operational Profiles and Contemporary Design Requirements
- Mechanical architecture of the ship: integration between propulsion, auxiliaries, machine services and life support systems
- Functional, operational and class requirements: Performance, security, maintainability and availability in service
- Mechanical loads and stresses in the marine environment: vibration, fatigue, corrosion, shocks and transient regimes
- Selection of propulsive configurations: conventional shaft, CPP/FPP, waterjets, pods and hybrid systems
- Naval Mechanical Design Criteria: Efficiency, Redundancy, Accessibility, Modularity and Risk Management
- Interaction between disciplines - interfaces with naval architecture, electrical systems, automation and structures
- Design Philosophy for Life Cycle: Construction, Operation, Maintenance, Retrofit and Dismantling
- Technical specifications, data sheets and requirements control in complex naval mechanical projects
- Technical case formulation workshop: ship definition, mission, operational envelope and performance objectives
02
Applied thermodynamics, marine engines and advanced power conversion systems for propulsion and auxiliary services
- Thermodynamics applied to marine installations: balances of mass and energy, irreversibilities and global efficiency
- Two- and four-stroke marine diesel engines: architecture, combustion, performance and selection criteria
- Gas turbines and combined cycles naval - applications, operational advantages and integration limitations
- Hybrid and electrified systems: generators, batteries, power management and multi-mode operation strategies
- Conventional and alternative marine fuels: HFO, MGO, LNG, methanol, ammonia and hydrogen
- Thermal management and heat recovery - economizers, WHR, cogeneration and integral energy optimisation
- Emissions and environmental performance: NOx, SOX, CO2, particles and mitigation strategies in naval machinery
- Transient regimes, partial load and dynamic response of propulsive plants under variable operating conditions
- Engine Instrumentation and Advanced Performance Analysis: Critical Parametres, Derating and Operational Diagnostics
- Criteria for technical-economic comparison of marine power plants for different mission profiles
03
Propulsion systems, axle lines, propellers and manoeuvreing devices with a focus on mechanical and hydrodynamic integration
- Shaft line configuration: Components, alignment, supports, bearings and critical couplings
- Marine Propellers: Geometry, Cavitation, Induced Vibration and Selection by Thrust and Efficiency Requirements
- Fixed pitch propulsion and controllable step - mechanical architecture, control and performance compared
- Waterjets, Azimuthals and Pods: Operating Principles, Structural Integration and Operation Envelopes
- Reducers and marine transmissions: reduction ratios, torsional loads and reliability criteria
- Horn and sealing systems Dynamic: Selection, recurring failures and maintenance
- Transverse propellers and manoeuvreing devices: Bow/Stern Thrusters and Coordination with governance systems
- Torsional and axial vibrations of the propulsive train - modelling, mitigation and validation in tests
- Sea tests and propulsive performance verification: power, thrust, consumption and response in manoeuvre
- Comprehensive diagnosis of propulsion failures: wear, cavitation, misalignment and degradation in service
04
Fluid mechanics, pumping systems and hydraulic and pneumatic networks in ships, platforms and offshore units
- Advanced Fundamentals of Internal Flow in Naval Systems: Load Losses, Transients and Multiphase Regime
- On-board pipe network design: materials, plotting, support, expansion and service compatibility
- Marine pumps and hydraulic selection: centrifuges, positive displacement, submersibles and NPSH criteria
- Ballast, Bilge, Bilge Pumping and Trasiego Systems - Architecture, Security and Operation Logic
- Fuel, lubrication and cooling systems: functional integration and operational reliability control
- Compressed air networks, control pneumatics and auxiliary services for automation and safety
- Water hammer, cavitation and hydraulic transients - modelling, protection and prevention of damage
- Valves, actuators and flow control elements: typologies, fail-safe and maintenance strategies
- Instrumentation and monitoring of fluid networks: flow rate, pressure, temperature and detection of anomalies
- Energy optimisation of auxiliary fluid systems: pumping efficiency, VFDS and demand management
05
Materials, tribology, fatigue and durability of naval mechanical components in aggressive marine environments
- Selection of metallic and non-metallic materials for naval machinery - mechanical, thermal and environmental criteria
- Applied tribology: friction, wear, lubrication and surface behaviour in critical components
- High and low cycle fatigue in marine mechanical systems: variable loads, vibration and tension concentrators
- Corrosion, erosion and corrosion-fatigue - combined degradation mechanisms in saline environment
- Heat and surface treatments: hardening, recharges, technical coatings and improvement of useful life
- Materials for high temperatures and pressure: selection in engines, exhausts, boiler shops and turbo equipment
- Polymers, elastomers and compounds in naval mechanical systems: seals, hoses, supports and specialised applications
- Mechanical failure analysis: fractography, metallography, root cause and correlation with operating regime
- Useful life models and damage tolerance: Replacement criteria, margins and extension of service life
- Degradation mitigation strategies: design, monitoring, lubrication and maintenance based on condition
06
Vibrations, noise, alignment, balancing and dynamic control of naval machinery for performance, comfort and regulatory compliance
- Basics of machine dynamics applied to naval installations: degrees of freedom, resonance and damping
- Vibrations in engines, turbomachines and axle lines - sources, transmission and structural effects
- Static and dynamic balance of marine rotors - methods, tolerances and instrumental verification
- Axle alignment and rotary machinery: procedures, tolerances, deformations and thermal control
- Structural and aerial noise on board: sources, transmission routes and mitigation strategies
- Vibratory insulation and resilient assembly: selection, modelling and validation in service
- Measuring and diagnostic techniques: accelerometry, spectral analysis, orbits, phase and condition trending
- Machine-structure-hull interaction: dynamic couplings and effects on performance and habitability
- Acceptance criteria and class limits: vibrations, noise and comfort in different types of ships
- Dynamic condition continuous monitoring programmes: alarms, thresholds and technical decision making
07
Automation, control, instrumentation and intelligent systems for high availability naval mechanical plants
- Machine room automation architecture: PLC, DCS, IAS and on-board control hierarchy
- Sensors, transmitters and critical instrumentation: pressure, temperature, vibration, level, flow and position
- Control Loops in Naval Mechanical Systems: Fuel, Lubrication, Cooling and Speed Control
- Power management systems and load sharing in conventional and hybrid ships
- Alarms, interlocks and protection logics: Fail-Safe philosophy and critical automatic sequences
- Integration between machinery, automation and electrical systems of the ship for coordinated operation
- Remote Monitoring, Predictive Maintenance and Analytics of Data Applied to Naval Machinery
- Digital Twin and Performance Modelling: Operational Simulation, Advanced Diagnostics and Decision Support
- Cybersecurity OT in mechanical and naval control systems - segmentation, access and response to incidents
- Validation, FAT/SAT testing and commissioning of marine machinery automation systems
08
Construction, assembly, commissioning and quality assurance of naval mechanical systems in Shipyard and Retrofit
- Manufacturing and assembly engineering: cutting, tolerances, sequences and work packages
- Assembly of main and auxiliary machinery: levelling, grout, alignment and dimensional control
- Installation of pipes, valves and supports: procedures, cleaning, flushing and sealing tests
- Mechanical Systems Commissioning: Functional Verification, Hot/Cold Testing, and Preparation for Sea Testing
- QA/QC in Shipyard: ITPs, traceability, control of materials and management of non-conformities
- Mechanical retrofit integration: space restrictions, existing interfaces and service continuity
- Industrial Safety in Naval Assembly: Lifting, Confined Spaces, Hazardous Energy and Work Permits
- Change management and configuration control: deviations, concessions and update of technical documentation
- Port and Sea Acceptance Tests: Performance, Alarms, Vibrations, Consumption and Reliability
- Technical handover: Dossiers, O&M manuals, spare parts lists and operator training
09
Reliability, advanced maintenance and management of naval mechanical assets with focus on risk and availability
- Maintenance Strategies: Corrective, Preventive, Predictive, Proactive and Reliability Focused
- RCM, FMECA and RBI Applied to Naval Machinery: Criticality, Functional Failures and Prioritization of Resources
- Fleet maintenance planning: operating windows, dry dock, spare parts and logistics coordination
- Condition-Based Diagnosis: Vibrations, Oils, Thermography, Ultrasound and Performance Monitoring
- Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting: Diagnostic sequence, root cause and technical closure
- MTBF, MTTR, Availability and Backlog: KPIs for advanced mechanical asset management
- Management of spare parts and obsolescence: criticality, approval, minimum stock and OEM agreements
- Extension of useful life and retrofit of mechanical systems - technical, economic and regulatory criteria
- Digitized maintenance: CMMS/EAM, mobility, traceability and analytics for O&M optimisation
- Asset technical governance: audits, lessons learned and continuous improvement of the maintenance system
10
Innovation, Sustainability, Regulation and Capstone Project of Advanced Naval Mechanical Engineering
- Emerging trends in naval mechanical engineering: electrification, hydrogen, ammonia, automation and advanced propulsion
- Regulatory and classification requirements: technical compliance, safety, emissions and engineering documentation
- Decarbonisation of naval machinery: efficiency, alternative fuels, energy optimisation and retrofit green
- Technical-economic evaluation of advanced mechanical solutions: CAPEX, OPEX, risks and return on investment
- Integration of sustainability and resilience in naval mechanical design: climate adaptation and operational robustness
- Comparative analysis of real cases: commercial ships, offshore, defence, ferries and specialised boats
- Capstone Project Formulation: Asset Definition, Mission, Requirements, Restrictions and Performance Objectives
- Mechanical solution development: architecture, calculations, equipment selection, reliability and operation strategy
- Technical validation of the project: KPIs, risks, maintainability, regulatory compliance and commissioning plan
- Presentation and defence of the Master’s Final Project: Technical Report, Engineering Annexes and Implementation Roadmap
11
Master’s Final Project in Advanced Naval Mechanical Engineering
- Choice of topic and definition of the research problem
- Formulation of objectives, hypotheses and scope of work
- Review of the state of the art and specialised bibliography
- Analysis of the applicable regulatory and technical framework
- Design of the methodology and the work plan
- Data collection, processing and validation
- Technical development and analysis of results
- Discussion, conclusions and future lines of work
- Drafting of the memory in accordance with academic standards
- Presentation and public defence before the Court
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Who it is for
Naval and mechanical engineers seeking specialization in the design, optimization, and maintenance of naval mechanical systems.Maritime industry professionals wishing to delve deeper into the latest technologies and regulations in naval mechanical engineering.Engineering graduates aspiring to a career in the naval sector with a focus on innovation and energy efficiency.Maintenance and operat
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Design and optimize efficient naval propulsion systems
- 02Managing predictive maintenance of critical naval machinery
- 03Leading modernization and continuous improvement projects on ships and naval facilities
- 04Develop and implement innovative solutions for energy efficiency in ships
- 05Assess and mitigate risks associated with the operation and safety of ships
- 06Diagnosing and solving complex problems in naval mechanical systems
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Naval Propulsion Systems Design and Development Engineer: propulsion systems design, material selection, performance analysis.
03Naval Machinery Maintenance and Repair Engineer: maintenance planning, fault diagnosis, equipment management.
04Naval Project Engineer: management of naval construction and repair projects, team coordination, cost control.
05Naval Systems Automation and Control Engineer: design and implementation of control systems, process optimization, development of human-machine interfaces.
06Naval Engineering Consultant: technical advice to companies in the naval sector, risk analysis, feasibility studies.
07Researcher at Technology Centers and Universities: development of new technologies for the naval sector, participation in research projects, publication of articles Scientists.
08Technical Director in Naval Companies: management of engineering teams, strategic planning, new product development.
09Naval Technical Inspector: inspection of ships and naval equipment, verification of regulatory compliance, preparation of technical reports.
Questions
Entry Requirements
Naval mechanical engineering.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Naval engineering.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
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Admissions Process
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Entry requirements
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