Department of Marine Engineering - Faculty of Engineering, KDU

Professor Dev Ranmuthugala

PhD (University of Tasmania), MSc in Marine Engineering, CEng(UK), FIEAust, FRINA
Adjunct Staff
Qualifications
Publications
Working Experience
  • Qualifications

  • Qualifications

    Educational Background

    • Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Hydrodynamics), University of Tasmania, Hobart. Thesis ? ?Computer Simulation and Investigation of Underwater Two-Part and Multi Tow Systems?.
    • Master of Science in Marine Engineering, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. Thesis ? ?Micro Computer Based Solution into Torsional Vibrational Problems on Marine Diesel Propulsion Plants?.
    • Engineering Council Examination (UK) in Mechanical Engineering.
    • Certificate of Competency in Marine Engineering, Department of Transport, UK.
    • Diploma of Training and Assessment Systems, TASTRAIN, Hobart.
    • Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, NGT, Launceston.
    • Diploma of Business (Frontline Management), TASTRAIN, Hobart.
    • Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training, (TAE40110) Plenty Training and TAFE.

     

    Memberships in Professional Institutions

    • Fellow, Engineers Australia (by invitation).
    • Fellow, Royal Institution of Naval Architecture (RINA) (by invitation).
  • Publications

  • Publications

    Publications: Total 165

    • Journals and Book Chapters ? 55 (refereed)
    • Conferences ? 110 (93 refereed papers)

     

    Journal and Conference Paper Reviews (include):

    • Journals of: Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Science, Engineering for the Maritime Environment, Underwater Technology, Marine Engineering & Technology, Marine Science & Technology.
    • Number of hydrodynamics, fluid dynamics, defence, and education conferences.
  • Working Experience

  • Working Experience

    • July 2021 to date ? A/Research Leader, Acoustic Signature Management, Maritime Division, Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG), Department of Defence,  Australia
      Adjunct Professor AMC/UTAS supervising higher degree by research (HDR) students, conducting joint research and specialised lectures.
    • Feb 2016 to date ? Head, Hydroacoustics, Maritime Division, Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG), Department of Defence, Australia
    • Apr 2012 to Jan 2016 ? Director and Professor/Associate Professor National Centre for Ports and Shipping, Australian Maritime College, University of Tasmania
    • July 2011 to Apr 2012 ? Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) and Associate Professor, AMC,  University of Tasmania
    • Nov 2007 to June 2011 ? Deputy Director and Associate Professor, National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics, AMC, University of Tasmania.
    • Jan 2006 to June 2006 ? Development of Underwater Vehicles, Defence, Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO), Department of Defence, Melbourne, Victoria.
    • Jan 2003 to Nov 2007 ? Coordinator (Learning & Teaching) and Senior Lecturer, National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics, AMC, Launceston, Tasmania
    • Jan 1994 to Jan 2003 ? Head and Senior Lecturer, Centre for Vessel Operations, AMC.
    • Mar 1990 to Jan 94 ? Lecturer in Maritime/Marine Engineering, AMC
    • Dec 1989 to Mar 90 ? Engineer, Pipe Movement Systems, Radcoflex Aust Pty Ltd, Sydney
    • Apr 1980 to Aug 88 ? Marine Engineer Officer on Ocean going merchant vessels and related training

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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