MEC 2 COURSE: ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE - GENERAL LEARNING ELEMENTS

General 25 Materials 26 Destructive Testing of Materials 27 Non Destructive Testing of Materials 28 Forming of Materials 29 Welding 30 Causes of Fire Aboard Ships 31 Fire Prevention 32 Fire Detection 33 Fire Protection (Equipment) 34 Fire Fighting Techniques 35 Safe Working Practices 36 Liquid Fuels 37 Fuel Testing 38 Fuel Pumping and Storage 39 Lubrication 40 Auxiliary Steam Boilers 41 Boiler Water Treatment 42 Construction and Operation of Auxiliary Steam Turbines 43 Pumps and Pumping Systems 44 Pollution Management 45 Heat Exchangers 46 Refrigeration 47 Steering Gear and Telemotor Systems 48 Stabilisers 49 Bow Thrusters 50 Shafting and Couplings

51 Stern Bearings and Seals 52 Propellers 53 Rudders and Rudder Bearings 54 Airconditioning 55 Air Compressor Systems 56 Air Compressors and Reticulation 57 Hydraulic Systems Related to Deck and Ballast Control 58 Ship Construction 59 Scantlings and Hull Plating 60 Tanks and Fittings 61 Constructional Details of Ships 1 62 Constructional Details of Ships 2 63 Maintenance Features of Ship Structures 64 Legislation 65 Management and Administration 66 Documentation

Element 25 25. Materials

Performance Criteria 25.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of the properties of materials used in engineering componentry ductility, hardness, brittleness, malleability, elasticity, plasticity strength and toughness. 25.2 Explain the various standard methods of heat treatment of iron and steel and their effects. 25.3 Discuss the effects of alloying elements in iron and steel.

25.4 Demonstrate an understanding of the constituents and properties of common non ferrous metals used in marine engineering. 25.5 Identify the properties and application of common materials including plastics in marine engineering. 25.6 Understand the processes in the manufacture of iron and steel.

25.7 Show an understanding of the simple metallurgy of steel and cast iron. Discuss the iron/carbon equilibrium diagram.

Element 26 26. Destructive Testing of Materials Performance Criteria 26.1 Describe the following destructive tests: tensile, hardness, impact, creep, fatigue and bend and demonstrate their applications.

26.2 Describe the following non destructive tests and demonstrate their applications: microscopic, macroscopic, dye penetrant, magnetic particle, x ray, gamma ray and ultrasonic. Element 27 27 Forming of Materials

Performance Criteria 27.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of the fundamentals of sand casting, die casting, centrifugal castings, pressing, forging and cold working.

Element 28 28 Welding

Performance Criteria 28.1 Discuss the reasons for and methods of rectifying common welding defects, and discuss the need for correct preparation techniques.

Element 28 27. Causes of Fire Aboard Ship Performance Criteria 29.1 Thoroughly understand all likely causes of fire aboard ships, including smoking, spontaneous combustion, hazardous cargos, electrical, bad maintenance, housekeeping practices, stowage, galley, fuel, welding, cutting, static electricity. 29.2 Discuss the principles of fire including the fire triangle and the various classes of fire. Element 30 30 Fire Prevention

Performance Criteria 30.1 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all means of fire prevention both built into vessels and those available through operational practices. Element 31 28. Fire Detection Performance Criteria 31.1 Itemise and elaborate on common means of fire detection including fire patrols and fire detection systems of mechanical, electronic means.

Element 32 29. Fire Protection (Equipment) Performance Criteria 32.1 32.2 Demonstrate a knowledge of current fire fighting regulations and codes of practice. Describe the construction , application and operations of the common types of fixed, semi portable and portable extinguishing systems found on board merchant vessels. Such equipment to include: 32.4 Accommodation water sprinkler, Vehicle Deck water drench Machinery space water multi-spray - foam ( mechanical, high expansion and chemical) CO2 gas flooding Hold gas flooding (CO2 and inert) Deck mechanical foam Portable - CO2 , dry powder, water, AFFF foam, mechanical foam, chemical foam

32.3

Identify the maintenance and testing procedures required on the above equipment.

Element 33 33. Fire Fighting Techniques

Performance Criteria 33.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of the techniques applied in the fighting of fires in the accommodation, galley, cargo and machinery spaces.

Element 34 34. Safe Working Practices

Performance Criteria 34.1 34.2 34.3 34.4 34.5 34.6 34.7 Demonstrate a knowledge of the health and safety provisions of Part 2 of the Maritime Transport Act 1994. Demonstrate a knowledge and use of all methods of internal communications available on board ship. Demonstrate a complete understanding of the hazards of entering enclosed spaces. Itemise the precautions to be observed. Describe the construction and operation of oxygen and hydrocarbon gas analysers. Explains how enclosed space atmospheres are analysed. Demonstrate the safe working practices concerned with overhauling machinery and stowage of spare gear, the use of portable and machine tools, lifting tackle and staging. Recognise the hazards in using chemicals on board a ship, be familiar with the precautions to observe and protection to use. Identify the dangers associated with welding and gas-cutting and the safe working practices to be observed when carrying out these functions.

34.8 34.9

Element 35 35. Liquid Fuels

Performance Criteria 35.1 35.2 Element 36 36. Fuel Testing Describe the refining process to which crude oil is subjected. Describe the composition of hydrocarbons and distillation process.

Performance Criteria 36.1 Describe the common tests to which liquid fuels and oils are subjected, including density, viscosity, flash point, calorific value, acetane number, pour point, carbon residue, water in oil, fire point, acidity and alkalinity, ash, octane number.

Element 37 37. Fuel Pumping and Storage

Performance Criteria 37.1 Describe the bunkering arrangements for the various marine fuels including the statutory regulatory requirements.

37.2 37.3 37.4 Element 38 38.

Identify and describe the fuel tank arrangements and special fittings including: Fuel oil transfer systems The operating principles of centrifuges of various types Heating arrangements Safety aspects related to transfer of fuel Special fittings to prevent the spread of fire. Describe methods by which pollution with fuel oil is prevented, including cofferdams and save-alls. Describe the procedures followed for tank cleaning and repair.

Lubrication

Performance Criteria 38.1 38.2 38.3 38.4 Explain the need for lubrication of moving parts. Identify the different types of lubricating oils used in marine applications, determine their characteristic properties and applications of each. Identify the characteristics of oil such as viscosity, pour point, compatibility with the system so that the importance of correct selection is emphasized. Identify the types of lubrication available as follows: Boundary lubrication, hydrodynamic lubrication, and determine where each is applicable. 38.5 List the common additives available for the various lubrication applications and state the reasons for their use: -Boundary lubrication additives -Corrosion inhibiters -Anti-oxidants -Anti-foaming, biocides. 38.6 38.7 Determine testing procedures for lubricants and establish the need to log results of tests as follows: Water (fresh and salt) Oxidation Alkalinity (TBN) Viscosity Contaminants

Determine the procedures for obtaining laboratory test samples of oils including: Methods of obtaining the sample, Sample location Relevant information regarding condition of equipment from which oil sample was taken.

38.8

Read and interpret lubricating oil test results to determine suitability of oil for continued use.

38.9

Determine the purpose of filtration/purification of lubricating oils including standards of acceptance within the vessel: -Types of filters including cloth, mesh, magnetic and auto-clean -Advantages and Disadvantages -Common filtration systems -Purifier operating principles and constructional details -Automatic purifiers or self cleaning purifiers -Control arrangements

Element 39 39 Auxiliary Steam Boilers

Performance Criteria 39.1 Describe the construction of common types of auxiliary steam boilers including: 39.2 Water tube Fire tube Package Dual pressure Composite Waste heat economizers

Itemise the function, location, construction, operation and attachment of the boiler mountings and instrumentation as follows: Common safety valves Water gauge mountings Blow down and scumming arrangements Location and function of basic instrumentation for the boiler Regulations as applied to each mounting.

39.3

Describe the function, construction, location and operation of ancillary components of the boiler plant: Economisers Superheaters De-superheaters.

39.4Determine the effect of hydrogen fires in both superheaters and economizers, cause and safety precautions related to extinguishing fires. 39.5Describe the common faults in refractory linings and determine the precautions to be taken in firing new refractories. 39.6Describe the action to be taken to avoid damage to the system in the different operating modes: 39.7 Start up Low load Sudden loss of fuel.

Describe the operational emergencies associated with auxiliary steam plant including symptoms, immediate action and emergency repairs:

Element 40 40

Air heater fire Economiser fire Danger of dissociation of water to provide fuel and oxygen Burst tube Loss of water High water level Gross feed contamination.

Boiler Water Treatment

Performance Criteria 40.1 40.2 Identify the impurities commonly found in water and their effects when used for producing steam. Describe the causes of corrosion, scale, foaming, priming and carrying over in steam boilers 40.3 Explanation of the terminology fireside and waterside corrosion; Wet corrosion process involving electron flow including conditions required for the process; Preventative measures for corrosion; General and localized crevice; Stress and pitting corrosion; Reason for treating feed water before entering boiler.

Describe the effects and causes of waterside corrosion including: General formation of scale Pitting General wastage Mechanical wastage Caustic embrittlement

40.4

Describe the tests related to the chemical treatment of boiler water including the effects of the various impurities: Alkalinity test Chloride test Dissolved solids Hardness tests Dissolved gases

40.5 Describe the chemicals used for the oxygen scavenging including the chemical analysis of the process, Hydrazine and Sodium Sulphite. 40.6 Identify and describe the processes by which the impurities in water are removed prior to use as boiler feedwater: 40.7 Mechanically Chemically

Describe the function, construction and operation of evaporators and de-aerators including : Types Function and adjustment

40.8

Statutory requirements

Describe the fundamentals of operation of a condenser including: Constructional details Methods for removing air from the system.

40.9

Identify and describe the various feedwater systems for both open and closed feed systems.

Element 41 41 Construction and Operation of Auxiliary Steam Turbines

Performance Criteria 41.1 41.2 Revise the fundamentals of operation of both impulse and reaction turbines. Explain the purpose of : 41.3 Velocity compounding Pressure compounding Pressure, velocity compounding

Describe the constructional features of a steam turbine including: Thermal insulation and expansion arrangements Blade attachment and rotor construction Sealing arrangements Ancillary systems Control and safety systems as follows: Safety trips Temperature cutout Over speed Vibration Protection systems Governors

41.4

Explain the operation of auxiliary turbines as follows: Warm through and starting procedures Steady load and varying load conditions Shut down and stopping procedures

Element 42 42 Pumps and Pumping Systems

Performance Criteria 42.1 Identify the various pumps used and establish the operating principles of the pumps including: Types of pump; Characteristics of pumps; Pump construction; Fittings required;

42.2 42.3 42.4 42.5

Applications of various types including gear, scroll, mono, multi stage centrifugal pump; Priming systems (individual and central). Distinguish between fixed and variable displacement pumps. Describe bilge and ballast systems. Establish the operational and statutory requirements for marine pumping systems as follows: Stability Compartmental integrity Contamination Bilging of adjacent compartments Machinery space contaminants Suction and discharge isolation devices

Identify the various components required for : Bilge system Ballast system

42.6 42.7

Establish the commonality between the systems i.e. stability and economy of operation due to machinery. Establish the requirements and reason for using bilge and ballast stripping systems with particular attention to: Sizing Cavitation Air evacuation

42.8

Establish the maintenance requirement for marine pumping systems: Strum boxes Strainers Logging requirements related to bilge pumping.

42.9 Element 43 43

Describe a typical domestic fresh water system and understand the need for and how to obtain good quality potable water.

Pollution Management

Performance Criteria 43.1 Describe the regulations and equipment related to pollution of the seas, harbours, waterways and environment by oil, sewerage and other contaminants (MARPOL, Marine Protection Rules under the Maritime Transport Act). Describe the principles of operation of common types of oily water separators including their operational limitations: 43.3 Static, Dynamic

43.2

Show an awareness of the current IMO regulations pertaining to this equipment.

43.4 43.5

With regard to oily water separators, describe the methods used within the ship to remedy discharge problems if the system exceeds the statutory requirements. Describe the function and operational principle of alarms with respect to: Location Limits of operation Maintenance of alarm system

43.6

Establish the need for preventative maintenance procedures and be aware of specific maintenance programmes including servicing schedules for oily water separators. Describe the construction and operation of common marine sewage and sludge plants including: Retention systems Biological treatment plants Chemical treatment plants Sludge incinerators

43.7

Element 44 44 Heat Exchangers

Performance Criteria 44.1 Identify and describe the type of heat exchangers listed including advantages and disadvantages of each: -Shell and tube -Plate 44.2 44.2 44.3 44.4 44.5 Describe the marine application for heat exchangers as listed: Steam condensers Engine cooling Piston cooling Fuel valve cooling Lubrication oil cooling Evaporators Fuel Oil heaters Compare the series and parallel arrangements, contra and parallel flow. Establish control and maintenance procedures to minimise corrosion and erosion of the tubes. Describe the design features of heat exchangers on marine plant with respect to: Comparison of types; Efficiency related to condition of heat exchangers; Design criteria Describe the methods used to control the heat transfer through the heat exchanger.

44.6 44.7 Element 45 45

Describe the principle of operation of cross-flow heat exchangers including consequences of: Supply air to heat exchangers being under cooled; Under cooled air with respect to cylinder life.

Describe a cooling system (HT/LT cooling system)

Refrigeration

Performance Criteria 45.1 45.2 45.3 Discuss the common types of refrigeration gases in use and appreciate their environmental impact. Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of the Ozone Layer Protection Act 1996, related legislation and Codes of Practice. Demonstrate an understanding of the major systems of the refrigeration plant which are: 45.4 Vapour compression system Control system

Describe the major components of the basic refrigeration system including: Fundamentals of the operation of each; Position in the system with relation to each other; Operating conditions.

45.5

Recognise the various compressors utilized in marine applications as follows: Rotary Reciprocal

45.6

Recognise the different types of refrigerant control devices used in refrigeration: Hand expansion valve Capillary tube Thermostatic expansion valve

45.7 45.8

Determine the operating principles of a thermostatic expansion valve including method of setting superheat for a system. Recognise the effects of shortage of refrigerant due to a malfunctioning T.X. valve by the following: Evaporator frost pattern Excess superheat Low suction pressure

45.9

Describe those refrigerant plant ancillaries which improve plant performance: Heat exchange / under-coolers Suction accumulator Crankcase heater

45.10

Oil separator Sight glass/ moister indicator Driers Vibration eliminator

Describe the types and principles of operation of refrigeration controls previously covered as follows: Low pressure control High pressure control Thermostats Low water temperature cut-out control for chillers Condenser pressure regulators Oil safety controls

45.11

Recognise normal and abnormal operation of refrigeration equipment as follows: Refrigerant controls Motor overload and safety controls Temperature controls Solenoid valve Oil separator Crankcase pressure regulator Constant pressure valve

45.12

Identify and describe the type of cargo refrigeration systems used including: Grid system Battery grid cooling Secondary refrigerant systems (brine) Container refrigeration

Element 46 46 Steering Gear and Telemotor Systems Performance Criteria 46.1 46.2 Establish statutory requirements related to steering gear arrangements. Describe constructional details of the common types of steering gear as follows: 46.3 46.4 Ram Rotary vane Oscillating steering Electrical

Demonstrate the principle of operating of hydraulic steering gear pumps including axial piston and radial piston types. Describe the principles of operation of hydraulic steering gears with particular regard to: Allowable weardown; Weardown measurements; Support bearings and their lubrication; Maintenance procedures for pumps.

46.5

Describe the procedures related to management of steering of a ship under emergency conditions.

46.6

Understand and describe the control systems available for steering gears including: - All electric - Hydraulic - Electro-hydraulic - Hydraulic telemotor - Automatic pilot and changeover arrangements

46.7

Be aware of testing procedures to be followed, including standard pre-operational checks and maintenance checks fo steering gear in accordance with statutory requirements.

Element 47 47 Stabilisers

Performance Criteria 47.1 Show and understanding of the construction and principles of operation of electro-hydraulic stabiliser systems, including their control systems.

Element 48 48 Bow Thrusters Performance Criteria 48.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the construction and installation of bow thruster units including safety devices.

Element 49 49 Shafting and couplings Performance Criteria 49.1 49.2 49.3 49.4 49.5 Understand the general requirements of obtaining correct shaft alignment in a vessel. Describe the techniques used to determine correct shaft alignment in a new building for both diesels and turbine engined vessels. An awareness of the stresses and forces to which intermediate , thrust and propeller shafts are subjected. Discuss typical shaft bearing arrangements. Describe typical shaft coupling arrangements including flanged and oil injection types and understand applications of each. Include pilgrim type coupling bolts.

Element 50

50 Stern Bearings and Seals Performance Criteria 50.1 50.2 Display an understanding of the construction and installation of common types of oil lubricated stern tubes, including single bush, two bush and split types. Describe typical sealing arrangements including lip and radial face seals. Discuss maintenance and survey requirements. Discuss lubrication arrangements and the variations thereof for deep draught vessels.

Element 51 51 Propellers

Performance Criteria 51.1 51.1 51.3 51.4 51.5 51.6 Demonstrate a clear understanding of the design and construction of fixed pitch propellers. Discuss keyed and keyless types, highly skewed and other special designs. Show an appreciation of defects which may arise in service and rectification methods and normal drydock maintenance procedures. Discuss the construction and principles of operation of common variable pitch propeller systems including their control systems. Show an appreciation of the relative advantages and disadvantages of fixed and variable pitch propellers. Identify the principles of operation of other types of propulsion systems such as Voith Schneider, azimuth thrusters, water jet. Thrust augmentation devices to be included.

Element 52 52 Rudders and Rudder Bearings

Performance Criteria 52.1 Discuss the design and constructional details of common types of rudder including balanced, semi-balanced and unbalanced. Special designs to operate in excess of 35 without stall. Appreciate the techniques utilized in removal and refitting of rudders. Identify the various types of rudder bearing arrangements and show an appreciation of their maintenance requirements.

52.2 52.3 Element 53

53 Air Conditioning Performance Criteria 53.1 Identify the major items of an air conditioning plant including diagrammatic layout as follows:

53.2 53.4

Refrigeration system Heating system Air handling and distribution systems Control system

Recognise the various components of the basic air conditioning system and describe how these components operate within the system. Establish the various classifications for air conditioning equipment as follows: Comfort air conditioning Equipment air conditioning

53.5

Recognise different types of air conditioning systems and briefly describe the variations between the systems as follows: Ventilating system Packaged system

53.6

Describe the properties of air in relation to the operation of air conditioning systems as follows: Composition of air Water vapour in the air The measurement of relative humidity

53.7

Explain how the controls in a typical air handling system maintain correct temperature and humidity in a conditioned space including schematic diagrams of equipment in relation to ductwork. Discuss the reasons for variations in air supply and service requirements to correct problems. Establish the effect of randomly adjusting dampers on the operation of the air conditioning system.

53.8 53.9

Element 54 54 Air Compressor Systems -Operation, Installation, Start-up Procedures, Control Performance Criteria 54.1 54.2 54.3 Identify the operating principles of a reciprocating air compressor and establish the reason for selection in marine applications. Establish the reason for multi-staged compression List the ancillary equipment required on air compressors with particular reference to safety devices as listed: Relief valve Fusible plug if fitted Oil related to fire hazard Filters Dryers Drains

54.4 54.5

Determine the correct start-up procedures including standard pre-operational checks for air compressor systems. Describe the automatic system used for the operation of air compressors: Standby mode Control system

54.6

Describe the routine maintenance required to keep compressors in a safe and efficient condition.

Element 55 55 Air Compressors and Reticulation Performance Criteria 55.1 Identify and describe the components of a pneumatic control system including fundamentals and sequence of operation as follows: 55.2 55.3 Air compressors and receiver Air driers Pressure reducer Pneumatic controllers Pneumatic actuators Piping to connect all components.

Explain how to check for oil and water contamination in control air and maintenance procedures to minimise it. Discuss the special precautions necessary for particular constructional features as follows: Proximity of welds Dissimilar metals Special maintenance procedures Cargo holds Tanks Spaces

Element 56 56 Hydraulic Systems Related to Deck and Ballast Control Performance Criteria 56.1 Determine the types of hydraulic system related to deck and ballast control encountered in marine applications as follows: - Capstan - Windlass - Stern door - Hatch closing devices 56.2 Establish the requirements of hydraulic systems for deck and ballast control including types of fundamentals of operation

56.3 56.4

Describe the control systems available for hydraulic systems related to deck and ballast control. Establish preventative maintenance procedures and a specific maintenance programme including servicing schedules for hydraulic systems as listed with due emphasis to: Cleanliness Filters and cooling of oil Anti-foaming related to size of reservoir

Element 57 57 Ship Construction -Ship types and terminology Performance Criteria 57.1 Identify the following basic ship types by recognising their general constructional arrangement: 57.2 57.3 Passenger liners Passenger cargo vessels Cargo carriers including oil tankers, ore carriers, liquid gas carriers, container carriers.

Understand and use appropriate terminology in respect of ship construction and ship features. Describe the basic forms of ship construction including reasons for different methods and descriptive treatment of shear force and bending moments with respect for loading and ballast conditions: Construction methods for girders Features of riveted and welded construction including mass, economy of construction, ease of fabrication, strength, water tightness, modular construction (pre-fabrication) Describe and illustrate constructional details of transverse and longitudinal framing. Discuss the effects on the ships structure of forces which create longitudinal stress, transverse stress and local stress. Relate the following to the presence of stress in ship types: Buoyancy, distribution of mass, dynamic forces such as heaving, swaying, surging, rolling, pitching, yawing, wave motion, slamming or pounding, concentrated loads, location of cargo, hull vibration and dry docking.

57.4 57.5 57.6

57.7 57.8 57.9

Identify the way in which stiffening and structural elements are employed to reduce or displace induced stresses. Describe the requirements for internal subdivision by classification societies and international convention. Identify where a minimum number of watertight bulkheads may be used and where additional bulkheads are necessary due to the nature of service of the ship and the load waterline.

57.10 57.11

Illustrate the composite construction of bulkheads. State the categories of standards applied to watertight bulkheads including the standard applied to ensure that flooding is contained and a maximum draught is not exceeded. Identify that the loading on a bulkhead may arise form the water contained in a compartment. Illustrate the increase in loading with depth of water.

57.12 57.13 Element 58

58 Scantlings and Hull Plating Performance Criteria 58.1 58.2 58.3 58.4 Recognise that the thickness of scantlings is designed to allow for loads and corrosion. Illustrate the way in which plates are arranged to form the skin of a hull. Describe and illustrate the way in which plates are secured to the hull, deck, bulkheads. Identify that the hull and deck platings are load supporting members and that a reduction in area cause thicker plate in the immediate area to be specified by the classification societies. Describe and illustrate how shell expansions are accommodated. Describe the terms strakes, scantlings and plate butts. Describe how strakes and butts of plates within strakes are connected. Describe the special treatment given to the sheer strake.

58.5 58.6 58.7 Element 59

59 Tanks and fittings Performance Criteria 59.1 Distinguish between double bottom, wing and deep tanks as structural members contributing to the strength and protection in the event of damage. Discuss features of construction of each. Describe the arrangements of tanks immediately beneath machinery space including: Gradual sloping of the tank top Intercostal girders Continuous plate girders Increased plate thickness Engine and boiler seatings.

59.2

Element 60 60 Constructional Details of Ships Performance Criteria 60.1 60.2 60.3 60.4 60.5 60.6 Illustrate typical constructional details of forepeak tank, chain lockers and collision bulkheads. Describe panting and pounding and their effects on structural members Describe the constructional details which are incorporated to combat the stresses induced by panting and pounding. Sketch the construction of typical bulbous and ram bows and discuss their effect on hull performance. Describe the arrangement of hawse and spurling pipes and their attachment to the ships structure Identify the specific requirements of anchor fittings, windlass seatings, cable attachments, with respect to their location and arrangement required for ship types. Distinguish between the constructional details required of cargo spaces in the following vessels: General trading vessels Dual purpose vessels Special purpose vessel as listed, tankers, bulk carriers, container ships, Ro/Ro ships, refrigerated ships.

60.7

Element 61 61 Constructional Details of Ships Performance Criteria 61.1 The constructional details should include size, special precautions because of the nature of the cargo being transported, cargo handling equipment, heaters, provision for heavy cargo and stability, the absence or presence of hatch covers, deep double bottom, alternative holds, insulation arrangements, hold construction for containers, selection of materials of construction, venting of chemical cargo spaces. Describe the purpose of watertight doors as follows: 61.3 61.4 Restrict the loss of transverse stability Restrict the damage of cargo Restrict trim Restrict loss of reserve buoyancy

61.2

Describe how openings in decks and watertight compartments are closed, including servicing and sealing arrangements. Identify and describe: - Stern post - Stern tube } }

- Stern construction } For single and twin screw ships. - Attachment of sterntube and sternpost } - Seatings for steering gear. } 61.5 61.6 61.7 61.8 61.9 Identify the measures which must be taken to ensure that there is no strength loss when openings are constructed. Illustrate the position and action of closing mechanisms. List the maintenance and testing procedures required for ships openings. Describe the classification requirements for common ship types. Illustrate the common methods employed in joining structures of dissimilar metals.

Element 62 62 Maintenance Features of Ship Structures Performance Criteria 62.1 62.2 62.3 62.4 62.5 62.6 62.7 Describe and discuss the arrangements for specific areas of ships List the maintenance required for each area State the special corrosion protection which each area requires Compile a list of inspection procedures and survey requirements Describe sealing and securing arrangements which are applicable Formulate a maintenance schedule based on experience and the requirements of statutory and survey societies. For aft end arrangements: 62.8 62.9 62.10 Element 63 63 Legislation Performance Criteria 63.1 Monitor and control compliance with national and international legislation regarding safety of life as sea and protection of the marine environment, including: IMO Conventions STCW95 Describe how weardown is checked in sterntubes; Recall from experience the repair procedures required in stern tubes.

List the checks and readings that would be taken during drydocking and the significance of each. Describe the re-establishment of normal services at undocking. List the ways in which information collected during dry docking is recorded.

SOLAS MARPOL ISM Code And - National legislation giving effect to these conventions including: Maritime Transport Act 1994 and Maritime Rules and Marine Protection Rules made under the Act. Any remaining Regulations made under the Shipping and Seamen Act 1952 Resource Management Act 1991 Ozone Layer Protection Act 1996 MSA Marine Notices Codes of Practice and Performance Standards of Life Saving Appliances and Fire Fighting Appliances. Element 64 64 Management and Administration

Performance Criteria 64.1 Element 65 65 Documentation Demonstrate a knowledge of : Organisation of staff; Control of staff; Staff training including fire-fighting and damage control; Involvement of staff in ship management committees affecting safety and energy conservation; Planned maintenance; Record keeping

Performance Criteria 65.1 State what certificates and other documents are required to be carried on board ship by international conventions, how they are obtained, how they may be verified and the period of their legal validity, including but not limited to: - Personal documents Certificates of Competency including STCW endorsements Endorsements for specific types of ships Medical certificates. - Ships documents Safety certificates Safety Equipment certificates Loadline certificates Tonnage certificates ISM procedures and training manuals Survey certificates IOPP certificate and SOPEP Garbage plan Sewage treatment plan

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