Fundamentals of Submarine Engineering

Welcome To My New Course.

The course is on a fascinating topic of Submarines. You will be learning how submarines work, the different engineering aspects behind it, and also how submarines got evolved right from from year 1776.

NOTE: This course is NOT like a simple "How submarines work" course.

I will go in depth with detailed explanation of all the navigation systems used by submarines, the various life supports, maneuvering techniques, power sources, and even the historical development and working of torpedoes.

Frequently Asked Questions.

1. What if I get some queries in between the course?

Answer: I promise you, that each and every query will be replied within 24 hours. The reason for doing this is two folds.

First, you joined my course to learn, and I wish to give you the best experience possible.

Second, I enjoy learning as well as teaching. In clearing your queries, I will learn too.

2. I don't know much of engineering. Can I take this course?

YES. You just need you to know basic science & physics and curiosity to learn about this topic. Engineering after all is application of science and physics all around. If you can understand the terms like force, velocity, speed, distance, torque, pressure etc, you are knowledgeable enough to take this course. And don't forget the answer to previous question. I will be there with you to help in any doubts you have.

3. Are there any activities in the course? or is it only for passive learning?

Yes and No.

This is an Activity - based course. There are activities in each section of the course. And by activities, I don't just mean simple quizzes but much more.

There will be -

1. An activity on making a (working) measuring device at your home,

2. An activity by which you will find out your location similar to how people used to do years back.

3. Experiment to do at home - to learn (and bust some myths) associated with airfoil.

All these will be enhanced by presence of additional regular quizzes in between too. It will be great fun to have you do all the activities and enhance the learning.

4. How long the course will take to complete?

You can finish all the videos and write-ups in 3-4 hours. Since this is an activity based course, I would recommend keeping around one day for finishing all the activities.

5. How did you get inspiration to make this course?

I realized that there are very few sources online, that take the topic of submarines and explain it from basics. Plus, I was really fascinated when I learnt about submarines and its Evolution. This prompted me to make my third course on submarines.

7. What if I realized, after completing the course, that it was not helpful?

You will get complete refund of your money spent - with 30 days money back guarantee.

8. Any additional free stuff?

Yes. You will get a detailed book written by me on Bicycle - An engineering marvel.

9. I have some more queries, which are not answered here?

Click on my name on top to get an option to drop a message. I am very easily approachable.

10. I wish to enroll, how do I proceed?

Great. Click "Take This course" button on right hand side of the page. You will get the step by step instructions.

What's inside

Learning objectives

Learn in detail about this fascinating technology beast
Get a feel of the extreme levels of engineering being used in submarines

Enjoy learning and expanding knowledge about a powerful machine, right from basics.

Learn in detail about this fascinating technology beast
Get a feel of the extreme levels of engineering being used in submarines
Enjoy learning and expanding knowledge about a powerful machine, right from basics.

Syllabus

Let's Start!

I will cover how the course is organised and share important tips to extract the maximum value from the course.

You will learn what a submarine is, classification of submarines and major uses.

We will go through the basic physics on how objects float or sink in water.

You will learn the different main parts of submarines as well as about some of the conventions used in nautical science.

The Airfoil will be described across length and breadth.

I will give you a simple demonstration of Airfoil in action.

Please do the activity mentioned before and come back. In this we will do analysis based on that.

The basic terms related to navigation will be discussed. This is a pre-requisite to rest of the lectures.

A very useful device used for angle measurement even today. With help of animations, the working will be described.

An important lecture, we will learn about the technique used by people decades back to navigate across the ocean. You will be doing two activities based on this lecture.

Learn the concept and working of gps right from basics.

In this video the technic of using radio waves and sound waves for navigation will be described.

A short video on use of periscope and its problems.

The working of a battery is described in this video

A story on how engines work is told. It will help you understand all types of engines.

The working of a gasoline engines will be described in this video.

The working of Diesel engines will be described in this video.

The engines used in modern day submarines, will be explained in this video.

In this video we will talk on the evolution of submarines. Right from every early period in time.

The entire working of a torpedo and its history will be described in this video.

How air, water, odor and waste is managed inside submarine, will be discussed in this video.

Traffic lights

Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Suitable for students specializing in naval architecture or marine engineering, even in their first year

Beneficial for those interested in pursuing careers as naval architects or marine engineers

Assumes a general understanding of basic science and physics

Offers a practical understanding of submarine engineering

Incorporates interactive activities in each section to enhance learning

Presents historical perspectives and developments in submarine evolution

Reviews summary

Submarine engineering: in-depth & accessible

According to learners, this course offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of submarine engineering, ideal for those with basic science knowledge and curiosity. Students frequently highlight the course's ability to simplify complex topics, making them accessible even for non-engineers. A key strength is the focus on hands-on, engaging activities like building a sextant and conducting airfoil experiments, which greatly enhance practical understanding. Many appreciate the detailed explanations of navigation systems, power sources, and historical evolution, going beyond superficial overviews. The instructor's commitment to responsive query support is also highly valued, ensuring a supportive learning environment.

Comprehensive coverage of historical evolution and specific components.

"The section on the evolution of submarines and the detailed explanation of torpedoes was absolutely fascinating and unique."

"I appreciated the historical context provided; it really enriched my understanding beyond just mechanics and modern systems."

"Learning about the different power sources and life support systems in detail was something I hadn't found elsewhere in similar courses."

Prompt and helpful replies to all learner queries.

"Any query I had was answered very quickly, usually within a few hours, which was incredibly helpful for my learning process."

"The instructor is truly committed to student success; their detailed responses cleared up all my doubts and guided me."

"It's great to know that if I get stuck, there's always support available, just as promised in the course description."

Practical home-based activities solidify understanding.

"The sextant activity was a highlight; it made learning about navigation truly memorable and fun, a great practical application!"

"I really enjoyed the home experiments, especially the airfoil one. It helped bust some myths for me and proved concepts directly."

"Unlike passive courses, the activities made me actively engage and apply what I learned immediately, which was very effective."

Explains complex engineering concepts clearly for broad audience.

"This course is amazing! I'm not an engineer, but I could easily understand how submarines work because of the clear explanations."

"Found the course surprisingly deep while still being approachable for someone with just basic physics background."

"It really broke down complex ideas like navigation systems into digestible parts that made sense without prior engineering studies."

Activities

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