1 69 - Introduction to Coastal Engineering

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Basic hydrodynamics of waves in deep and shallow water. Linear theory, dispersion, superposition, and spectral representation. Energy, energy transport, and dissipation by bottom friction. Refraction and diffraction by breakwaters. Some nonlinear aspects and wave breaking. Emphasizes physical interpretation of mathematical results and their engineering application. Storm surges, coastal circulation, and forecasting of wind-wave characteristics. Wind-wave statistics, wave forces on piles, and breakwater stability.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: 1.061

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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