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Overview
In this Subsea Construction, Inspection and Maintenance course at the University of Aberdeen you’ll cover the design and planning of an installation, through to regular inspection and interventions.
You’ll also examine subsea well access, deep water subsea installation techniques, subsea inspection, survey techniques and understanding spatial/acoustic positioning methods and accuracy.
You’ll study different types of maintenance and repair, the rationale of using divers or diver-less intervention, and how remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs) are used in subsea inspection.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will…
- Have a detailed understanding of the techniques used for installation, inspection, and maintenance of subsea systems, including seabed hardware, pipelines, risers and principal components.
- Understand the implications of such techniques for the design of subsea components and systems.
- Have a broad awareness of techniques used throughout offshore operations, giving you an appreciation and understanding of system limitations and appropriate applications for different subsea environments.
- Be equipped to successfully plan subsea installations and design subsea structures.
Programme Structure
You’ll look at the vessels used to install equipment and the principles of rig set-up and operation. You’ll examine:- pipelines
- spool design
- the differences between J-lay, S-lay and Reel-lay
- the design of subsea architecture, including the riser and manifold
- the actual installation process, including operational and installation loads, lifting analysis and calculation
Key information
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Language
English
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PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
Living costs
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
729 - 1069 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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