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Ports And Harbors Engineering

Civil Engineering

Ports and Harbors Engineering

Introduction to Ports and Harbors Engineering. Study wave mechanics, harbor layouts, breakwaters, and port planning principles.

Wave Mechanics and Hydrodynamics

Master the fundamentals of wave mechanics and coastal hydrodynamics. Learn linear wave theory, wave refraction, diffraction, shoaling, and breaking.

Tides and Water Levels

Analysis of astronomical tides, datum planes, and extreme water level events affecting coastal structures.

Harbor Planning and Layout

Principles of site selection, geometric design of navigation channels, basins, and the optimization of port facility layouts.

Breakwaters and Coastal Structures

The design and function of massive structures built to protect harbors and coastlines from the destructive forces of wave action.

Berthing and Mooring Structures

Study the design and analysis of berthing and mooring structures. Learn about wharves, piers, dolphins, fenders, and calculating berthing energy.

Dredging and Environmental Impacts

Learn about dredging equipment, operational types, volumetric calculations, and the environmental management of coastal projects.