Course 1:

Introduction to Ships and the Shipping World

(12:00 – 15:30 EST, May 19-26, 2026)

1.1 Types of Ships and Their Functions and Features – Dr. Dan Walker – May 19

1.2 Regulatory Environment – XXX - May 20

1.3 Shipbuilding – John Dolny – May 21

1.4 System Integration - John Dolny – May 22

1.5 Operations of Ships – Capt. David (Duke) Snider – May 25

1.6 Maintenance of Ships - Dr. Roger I. Basu – May 26