Department of Marine Engineering - Faculty of Engineering, KDU

Marine Engineering Laboratory
Design Laboratory
Computer Laboratory
Hydrodynamics Laboratory
  • Marine Engineering Laboratory

  • Marine Engineering Laboratory

    The Marine Engine Laboratory provides widespread exposure to marine machinery to marine engineering undergraduates. Most of the machinery and associated components available in the laboratory were received from various classes of ships and crafts belonging to Sri Lanka Navy. As of today, the laboratory is equipped with training facilities of machinery component measuring room, Diesel injector testing facility, cut model of a Chinese 12V L180 engine removed from Fast Gun Boat (FGB) belong to Sri Lanka Navy, various models of diesel marine engines removed from different classes of warships, A complete CPP propulsion unit, Cut models of various components of marine machinery such as turbochargers, pumps, Fuel Injection Pumps…etc, a complete Hamilon water jet system used onboard Inshore Petrol Craft in Sri Lanka Navy, Incline experiment apparatus, display units of different types hull protection devices, filters, belts, marine seals, packing and bearings …etc, Cut models of low power and high power Out Board Motors (OBM) which can be effectively used for deepening the knowledge of the operation and working principles of Marine machinery/ auxiliaries and propulsion systems.

    In addition to that, to accommodate for emerging training requirements of marine engineers and modern ship technologies the university has continued to empower the marine laboratory with a fully equipped engine bay, in which undergraduates are provided the opportunity to obtain comprehensive practical training on overhauling procedures from dismantling to running-in of a marine diesel engine.

  • Design Laboratory

  • Design Laboratory

    This laboratory administered under the Department of Marine Engineering was newly established as a fulfillment of much-needed facility of undergraduate and post-graduate students to enhance their design capabilities and exposure to modern state-of-the-art technologies. The laboratory at present processes with Hi-TEC equipment essential for 3-D printing and the KDU is in the process of acquiring more cutting edge technologies connected with the designing process.

  • Computer Laboratory

  • Computer Laboratory

    The computer laboratory is equipped with 60+ latest computers with licenced software such as ANSYS, SOLID EDGE, MATHLAB…etc. Students can use the laboratory facility for their assignments or research works apart from scheduled modules in the curriculum.

  • Hydrodynamics Laboratory

  • Hydrodynamics Laboratory

    In the fields of Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture, the study of hydrodynamics plays a vital role in understanding the behavior of fluid and its interaction with various structures. Therefore, the Marine Engineering Department recently established the Hydrodynamics Laboratory as a state-of-the-art facility which offers students and researchers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the intricacies of fluid dynamics and ship behavior in various conditions.

    The laboratory’s spacious layout incorporates ship’s inclining experiment facility, pumps behavioral analysis apparatus, models of autonomous under water vehicle and various ship hulls, all of which offer a realistic and immersive environment for hands-on experimentation and learning. Further, it is expected to equip the laboratory with cutting – edge equipment and facilities to empower students and researchers to unravel the complexities of marine dynamics.

    The newly established hydrodynamics laboratory marks a significant milestone in the Marine Engineering Department’s pursuit of excellence. Through collaboration, research, and hands-on experimentation, the hydrodynamics laboratory sets sail towards a future of innovation and breakthroughs in maritime engineering.

The Department of Marine Engineering was first established in 1991 under the Director of Academic Studies as a separate department at the Kotelawala Defence Academy. Prior to its establishment, all students were enlisted in the Engineering branch of the Sri Lanka Navy and awarded bachelor’s degrees in Defence Studies based on a Mechanical Engineering background. Based on the emerging national requirements and evolving technologies acquired by the Sri Lanka Navy, the need was identified to establish an educational element that produces competent officers with a sound marine engineering background to serve, especially onboard various ships and other engineering establishments. As such, the Academy became the only governmental institution facilitating a degree programme in Marine Engineering in the country. Later on, the Bachelor’s degree offered by General Sir John Kotelawala University was upgraded to a four-year honors degree in Marine Engineering by adding more competitive Marine Engineering modules to its curriculum.The department currently offers Bachelor of Science in Engineering Honours degrees in two disciplines: BSc Eng (Hons) in Marine Engineering and BSc Eng (Hons) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Accordingly, it has provided the opportunity for day-scholars to earn an internationally recognized Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering for the first time in Sri Lanka.The academia of the department is comprised of professional marine engineers who serve in the Sri Lanka Navy and academic and field experts who serve in local and international institutes and the maritime industry. The Head of Department post was reserved for a senior officer of the Sri Lanka Navy with a sound academic background, professional expertise, and experience in the field of marine engineering. Additionally, three engineers in the Sri Lanka Navy, who are qualified in the fields of Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture are being inducted as Lecturers in the department.The Department is facilitated with several laboratories , a Marine Diesel Engine Simulator, an Engineering Workshop, Design Laboratory, Computer Laboratory, Marine Laboratory, Hydrodynamics Laboratory and Inshore Petrol Craft (IPC) use by the Sri Lanka Navy. The Display Model Laboratory is equipped with different types of marine machinery and associated components that are dedicated towards illustrating practical sessions for the students. The engine simulator continues to provide resourceful professionals with practical knowledge about the operation and watch keeping practices of marine diesel engines and generators. The engineering workshop is equipped with a variety of conventional and sophisticated machineries to assist students to excel in various machining processes used in industry.

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Address :
Department of Marine Engineering,
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University,
Kandawala Estate,
Ratmalana

 

Email : hodmarineeng@kdu.ac.lk

Phone :
HOD: +94-11-2632028 Ext:401
Fax : +94-11-2635201

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