Marine Energy Structures, Materials, and Foundation Systems

Stony Brook University 

Stony Brook, NY 

June 22 to 26, 2026

Course Overview 

This 5-day intensive short course provides PhD students, practicing engineers, and early-career researchers with a comprehensive introduction to the engineering principles behind marine energy systems. This course will cover three main topics: structure, material, and foundations. Delivered in focused 45-minute modules, the course explores the design and analysis of marine energy-related structures, advanced materials for offshore environments, geotechnical considerations for seabed foundations, and the mechanics of mooring and station-keeping systems. The short course is intended to provide participants from across the country with foundational knowledge, current research insights, and practical perspectives essential for tackling challenges in marine renewable energy development. 

Course instructors include AMEC-affiliated faculty and researchers from North Carolina A&T State University, Stony Brook University, Rutgers University, University of New Hampshire, and Lehigh University. 

 Course Information

    • Understand the role of marine energy within the global energy transition, as well as the availability and feasibility of marine energy resources. 

    • Learn about the fundamentals of marine energy conversion and available technologies, including tidal and wave technologies. 

    • Gain hands-on experience through demonstrations, project-based learning, and lab simulations. 

    • Learn about environmental and regulatory considerations surrounding marine energy. 

    • Learn about how stakeholder engagement can advance the marine energy sector. 

    • Expand networks and engage with other students, industry experts, and academics. 

  • This course is designed for advanced undergraduate students (rising seniors and exemplary rising juniors) and beginning graduate students interested in marine energy. Applications are open to all U.S. students from all majors who meet the other application requirements. We cannot accept international students who do not already have a student visa and reside in the U.S. 

  • Completed application form  
    Required Documents from students: one page Personal Statement, Resume, Transcript (unofficial transcript acceptable) 
    Letter of Recommendation from Faculty or Advisor (in a separate email to course organizers )

  • Student overall preparation and coursework 

    Information provided in personal statement and letter of recommendation 

  • Full board and lodging on location in Wanchese, NC 
    Travel expenses 
    Other course fees 

  • In-person attendance and participation in all of the modules of the course 
    Willingness to board a research vessel  

  • Applications due by: January 31, 2026.
    Notification of acceptance or waitlist: February 28, 2026. 
    Commitment deadline: March 30, 2026. 

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