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Masters · 1500 h · 11 modules
Master's in Marine Propulsion and High Power Engines
This program provides you with an in-depth understanding of the most advanced naval propulsion systems and their essential components. Master the design, operation, and maintenance of diesel engines, gas turbines, and hybrid…
Duration1500 h
FormatOnline
Starts4 January
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Master’s in Marine Propulsion and High Power Engines?
The Master's in Marine Propulsion and High-Power Engines
This program provides you with an in-depth understanding of the most advanced naval propulsion systems and their essential components. Master the design, operation, and maintenance of diesel engines, gas turbines, and hybrid systems, preparing you for the challenges of energy efficiency and sustainability in the maritime industry. This program equips you with the skills necessary for performance optimization, complex problem-solving, and the management of cutting-edge propulsion technology.
Differentiating Advantages
- Advanced Simulations: Modeling and analysis of engine behavior under diverse operating conditions.
- Industry Experts: Learn from professionals with experience in the design and maintenance of high-power engines.
- Real-World Case Studies: Analysis of state-of-the-art marine propulsion projects and their technical challenges.
- Efficiency and Sustainability: Mastery of technologies and strategies to reduce emissions and optimize fuel consumption.
- Practical Application: Internship opportunities at leading companies in the naval sector and energetic.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,500 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Master Advanced Propulsion: Delve into the most innovative marine propulsion technologies and their application in high-power vessels.
- Engine Design and Optimization: Acquire expert skills in the design, analysis, and optimization of marine engines to achieve maximum efficiency and performance.
- Predictive Maintenance and Reliability: Learn the most advanced techniques for predictive maintenance, ensuring the reliability and safety of propulsion systems.
- Advanced Simulation and Modeling: Use state-of-the-art simulation tools to predict system behavior and optimize their operation under various conditions.
- Professional Certification: Obtain a recognized certification in the maritime industry, propelling your career toward leadership roles in engineering and management. propulsion.
- Boost your future in naval engineering with our Master's program, where innovation meets practical experience.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Fundamentals of marine propulsion
- Historical evolution of propulsion systems
- Advance resistance and propulsive power
- Types of Propulsion: Diesel, Turbine, Electric and Hybrid
- Global performance and efficiency parametres
- MARPOL regulations Annex VI and energy efficiency
- Power curves and point of operation of the ship
- Propulsive performance and stela and suction coefficients
- Selection of the propellant system according to the operating profile
- Ship’s global energy balance
- Channel tests and sea tests
02
Two and four-stroke marine diesel engines
- Thermodynamic cycles and indicator diagrams
- Main components: block, crankshaft, butts and shirts
- Conventional and Common Rail Injection Systems
- Overfeeding and turbochargers
- Slow, semi-fast and fast engines - applications
- Distribution, camshaft and exhaust valves
- Electronic engine control and smart motors
- Starting, reversal of gear and manoeuvre
- Balanced, torsional vibrations and foundation
- Performance testing and parameter registration
03
Auxiliary engine systems
- Fresh and salt water cooling circuits
- Lubrication: Types of Oils and Analysis
- Marine fuels, treatment and purification
- Starting air and control systems
- Thermal management and heat recovery
- Centrifugal separators and fuel filtering
- Steam systems and auxiliary boilers
- Auxiliary generators and loading
- Emission Control: SCR and Debuggers
- Engine safety alarms and stops
04
Gas turbines and high power propulsion
- Principles of marine gas turbines
- Codag, Codog and Cogag settings
- Applications on military ships and fast ferries
- Turbine maintenance and monitoring
- Performance Comparison with Diesel Engines
- Brayton cycle and thermodynamic parametres
- Fuels and turbine combustion systems
- Starting, control and protection of turbines
- Gearboxes for marine turbines
- Naval Propulsion Steam Turbines
05
Transmission, axles and propellers
- Reducers, clutches and couplings
- Line of axles, bearings and horn
- Fixed step propellers and controllable step
- Cavitation, Vibrations and Propellers Design
- Azimuthal propellers, pods and waterjets
- Propellers hydrodynamic design
- Nozzles and energy saving devices
- Horns, seals and axle lubrication
- Axle line alignment
- Transverse and manoeuvreing propellers
06
Electric and hybrid propulsion
- Diesel-electric architecture
- Electric motors and frequency drives
- Battery and Storage Systems
- On-board power management (PMS)
- Application cases on cruise ships, ferries and offshore
- Naval Power and Electronics Converters
- Generation at variable speed
- Networks in direct current on board
- Grounding in Port (Cold Ironing)
- Electrical protections in propulsion systems
07
Alternative fuels and decarbonisation
- LNG: Dual Fuel Supply Systems and Engines
- Methanol, ammonia and hydrogen as marine fuels
- Biofuels and synthetic fuels
- EEX and CII indicators
- IMO roadmap to zero emissions
- Dual-Fuel systems and engine conversion
- Storage of alternative fuels on board
- IGF Code Security
- Carbon capture on board
- Fuel Life Cycle Analysis
08
Predictive maintenance and diagnostics
- Maintenance strategies: corrective, preventive and predictive
- Vibration Analysis, Thermography and Oil Analysis
- Condition Monitoring and Digital Twins
- Maintenance planning with PMS software
- Fault management and root cause analysis
- Oil and wear analysis
- Boroscopy and internal engine inspection
- Digital Twins of the Power Plant
- Reliability and Availability Indicators
- Management of critical spare parts
09
Automation and control of the power plant
- Machine control system architecture
- Remote control of propulsion from the bridge
- SPEED GOVERNORS AND CARGO CONTROL
- Alarm and monitoring systems
- Unattended Engine Room (UMS)
- Industrial networks in the Engine Room
- Man-machine interfaces
- Automatic motor protection and stop
- Cybersecurity in control systems
- Automation testing and commissioning
10
Regulations, classification and management of the Engine Room
- SOLAS agreement and machinery requirements
- RULES OF CLASSIFICATION COMPANIES
- Engine certification and NOx code
- Periodic inspections and acknowledgments
- Organisation of the machine guard
- Security management at the Engine Room
- Fire prevention in machine spaces
- Oily Waste Management and Registration Book
- STCW training of machine personnel
- Economic management and operating costs of the plant
11
Master’s Final Project in Marine Propulsion and High Power Engines
- Definition of the problem, objectives and scope of the project
- State of the art review and applicable regulatory framework
- Methodology, resources and work planning
- Technical development and analysis of results
- Conclusions, feasibility and future lines
- Drafting of memory and defence before the Court
- Choice of topic and definition of the research problem
- Formulation of objectives, hypotheses and scope of work
- Analysis of the applicable regulatory and technical framework
- Design of the methodology and the work plan
Workload
Study Time and Workload
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Who it is for
Naval and mechanical engineers seeking to specialize in the design, operation, and maintenance of state-of-the-art marine propulsion systems.Maritime professionals wishing to deepen their knowledge of high-power engines, emerging technologies, and environmental regulations.Engineering graduates aspiring to lead projects in the naval, energy, and offshore industries, mastering the technical and
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
- 01Managing predictive maintenance of marine engines
- 02Diagnose and resolve complex faults in propulsion systems.
- 03Design and optimize marine propulsion systems to improve efficiency.
- 04Leading modernization projects for existing propulsion systems
- 05Select and apply the most advanced technologies in high-power engines
- 06Comply with international maritime safety and environmental regulations
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Design and Development Engineer: Design, calculation, and optimization of marine engines and high-power propulsion systems.
03Test and Validation Engineer: Performance, emissions, and durability testing of marine engines.
04Maintenance and Repair Engineer: Diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of marine engines and propulsion systems on board ships and land-based installations.
05Technical Consultant: Technical advice on marine engineering projects, equipment selection, and propulsion system optimization.
06Project Manager: Direction and management of design, construction, and modernization projects for marine propulsion systems.
07Research and Development Engineer: Participation in research and development projects for new technologies in marine propulsion and high-power engines.
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09Sales and Technical Sales: Sale of equipment and services related to marine engines and propulsion systems, offering technical advice to clients.
Questions
Entry Requirements
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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.
It covers both types of propulsion, both internal combustion engines and electric motors.
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
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
```htmlAcademic/Professional Profile:Bachelor's/Undergraduate Degree in Engineering (Naval, Mechanical, Industrial, etc.), Science (Physics, Chemistry, etc.) or related field; or demonstrable professional experience in the maritime or energy sector related to high-power engines.Recommended Prior Knowledge:Fundamentals of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and systems control. Basic knowledge of internal combustion engines and/or turbomachinery.Language proficiency:Level of technical English (B2 or higher) for understanding specialized documentation and particip
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