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WEST BAY COLLEGE

ILAYA ST. ALABANG, MUNTINLUPA CITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARINE TRANSPORTATION

VISION:
An Internationally-Recognized Institution Producing Globally-Competitive Individuals who will positively contribute to the search for truth and the full
development of their families, communities and larger society.
MISSION:

To provide Quality Education in order to:

 Develop individuals with the ability to create and think critically in their pursuit for excellence.
 Equip individuals with useful knowledge, skills and positive values in the area of security and clean environment that is required by the
global community

INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES:

West Bay College will produce graduates who are:

1. Knowledgeable and technically competent.

2. Imbued with right attitude and positive values, morally upright and responsible.
3. Globally competitive and able to comply with the STCW of 1978 as ammended.
4. Create and critical in their pursuit for excellence, innovative in the performance of their job.
5. Environmentally conscious and concerned with safety especially at sea, practice environment protection, and
6. Highly motivated to pursue a professional career or advance studies in any College of Maritime Studies specialization.

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Mission Key Words:

 Quality Education  Critical Thinking  Skills and Positive Value  Promotion of Peace & Health  Conduct Researches

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

The graduates of the BSMT program shall have acquired the knowledge and competencies necessary to perform the following:

a) Demonstrate the ability to perform the competence, at the operational level under Section A-II/1 and some elements of Table A-II/2 of the
STCW Code;
b) Apply knowledge in mathematics, science and technology in solving problems related to the profession and the workplace;
c) Work in a multi-cultural and/or multi-disciplinary team;
d) Communicate effectively in oral and written English;
e) Act in recognition and practice of professional, social, and ethical accountability and responsibility;
f) Understand the impact and implications of various contemporary issues in the global and social context of the profession;
g) Engage in lifelong learning and keep abreast with developments in the field of specialization and/or profession;
h) Use appropriate techniques, skills and modern tools in the practice of the profession in order to remain globally competitive; and
i) Conduct research using appropriate research methodologies.
j) Ability to participate in various types of activities and public discourses particularly in response to the needs of the community one serves

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REVISION HISTORY

Remarks
NO. DATE REVISION

Revised
1 4/2002 Subjects / Units re-aligned with the CHED Curriculum

Revised
2 4/2003 Subject Code re-aligned for universal coding system

Revised
3 8/2004 Pre-requisite subjects inserted

In compliance with CMO 13, Series

4 3/2006 CMO 13, Series of 2005 2005
Development of Ladderized
5 3/2007 CMO 13, Series of 2005 Curriculum for BSMT and BSMarE
Programs
Enrichment of Magsaysay Institute
6 4/2010 CMO 13, Series of 2005 of Shipping (MIS) Partnership
Curriculum
Enrichment of Magsaysay Institute
7 4/2011 CMO 13, Series of 2005 of Shipping (MIS) Partnership
Curriculum
In Compliance with CMO 13 and 14,
8 5/2013 CMO 13 and CMO 14 Series of 2013 Series 2013
In Compliance with CMO 13 and 14,
9 3/2014 CMO 31 and CMO 32 Series of 2013 Series 2013

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In Compliance with CMO 20 Series

10 5/2015 CMO 20, Series of 2015 2015
Curriculum Review Revision
11 1/2016 CMO 20, Series of 2015

Curriculum Review Revision

12 3/2018 CMO 20, Series of 2015

Revised as per CMO 67 series of

13 8/2018 CMO 67, Series of 2017 2017 with reference to Annex C-
Course Specifications.

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES ADDRESSED INTRODUCTORY ENABLING DEMONSTRATIVE

Demonstrate the ability to perform the competence, at the
PO A operational level under Section A-II/1 and some elements of 
Table A-II/2 of the STCW Code;

Act in recognition and practice of professional, social, and

PO E
ethical accountability and responsibility 
Understand the impact and implications of various
PO F contemporary issues in the global and social context of the 
profession

PO D Communicate effectively in oral and written English 

Use appropriate techniques, skills and modern tools in the
PO H practice of the profession in order to remain globally 
competitive

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DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS

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COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course, the students shall be able to:

a) Interpret a plan for loading and unloading non-dangerous cargo in accordance with established safety rules / regulations, equipment

operating instructions and shipboard stowage limitations

b) Determine the significance of monitoring the cargo during the voyage

c) Explain the importance when defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks are found

COURSE CODE: Seam 3

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COURSE DESCRIPTIVE TITLE: Cargo Handling and Stowage (Non-Dangerous Goods)

CHED REVIEW Annex C of CMO No. 67, S. 2017
REFERENCE: Revision No: 00
Revision Date: 00
2 Units = Lecture Lecture Contact 2 hours Laboratory Contact 3 hours
Course Credit:
1 Unit = Laboratory Hours per week Hours per Week
Pre-requisite: Seam 2
1. Table A-II/1 Function 3: Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational
Level
STCW REFERENCE
2. Table A-II/1 Function 2: Cargo handling and stowage at the operational level
3. CMO No.67 series of 2017: Revised PSG for BS Marine Transportation and BS Marine Engineering Programs
COURSE A-II/1 F2.C1: Monitor the loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyage and the unloading of cargoes
COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KNOWLEDGE A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
UNDERSTANDING A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of
AND PROFICIENCY
the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP1: Knowledge* and ability to explain where to look for damage and defects most commonly
encountered
.1 loading and unloading operations
.2 corrosion
.3 severe weather conditions
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP2: Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts
within a given period of time
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP3: Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship

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A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP4: State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be
identified and prevented
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP5: Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP6: Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP7: Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”

*Note: It should be understood that Deck Officers need not be qualified in the survey of ships
CO1: Interpret a plan for loading and unloading non-dangerous cargo in accordance with established safety
COURSE rules / regulations, equipment operating instructions and shipboard stowage limitations
CO2: Determine the significance of monitoring the cargo during the voyage
OUTCOME CO3: Explain the importance when defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks are
found

COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Securing Explain the need for solid stow and The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 1
securing of all cargoes about the need for solids Convention, 10 hours
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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Cargoes toward securing of all Sample copy Internationa Written Exam LEC-4 hrs
States that cargo liable to slide cargoes, passenger of cargo l Maritime LAB-6 hrs
during rolling, such as steel rails, operations including securing Organizatio Written
should be stowed fore and aft passenger cargo, n exercises
passenger comfort and Illustration
Discuss methods of blocking, safety. Code of Quizzes
lashing, shoring, chocking and Safe
tomming cargo Working Discussion
Interactive discussion Practices
Discuss methods of securing cargo for
faces resulting from part discharge Reporting Merchant
before making a sea passage Seamen:
Research London:
Discuss methods of securing heavy HMSO:
loads and heavy lifts Group presentation Maritime
Directorate.
Discuss methods of stowing and Department
securing vehicles and trailers of
Transport,
States that unitized, Aug. 1991
containers, trailers, portable tanks
and other cargo units should be
secured in accordance with the
ship's cargo securing arrangements Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 1
Securing
manual Convention, 10 hours
The Instructor will discuss

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Cargoes Discuss passenger operations about the need for solids Sample copy Internationa Written Exam LEC-4 hrs
including passenger cargo, toward securing of all of cargo l Maritime LAB-6 hrs
passenger comfort and safety cargoes, passenger securing Organizatio Written
operations including n exercises
passenger cargo, Illustration
passenger comfort and Code of Quizzes
safety. Safe
Working Discussion
Practices
Interactive discussion for
Merchant
Reporting Seamen:
London:
Research HMSO:
Maritime
Group presentation Directorate.
Department
of
Transport,
Aug. 1991

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Deck Cargo State that cargoes, other than in The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 2
containers, commonly carried on the Deck Cargo, cargoes Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
deck are: which can be exposed to of Cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4 hrs
Dangerous good snot permitted the weather and which securing l Maritime LAB-6 hrs
below decks would occupy a very large manual Organizatio Written
space below decks, the n exercises
Large units, difficult or impossible method of safe stowage Depiction of a
to stow below deck, which can and securing of Code of Quizzes
livestock ship,
safely be exposed to the elements containers on deck on Safe
vessels not specially container ship Working Discussion
Cargoes which can be exposed to designed for the carriage Practices
and Timber
the weather and which would of containers. for
occupy a very large space below loaded ship Merchant
decks Interactive discussion Seamen:
London:
Discuss why efficient securing of Reporting HMSO:
cargoes is essential for the safety Maritime
of the ship as well as the cargo Research Directorate.
Discuss how stowage and Department
securing of deck cargo should be Group presentation of
adequate for the worst conditions Transport,
which could be experienced Aug. 1991

Discuss how hatches should be

securely closed and cleated before

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Deck Cargo loading over them The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 2
the Deck Cargo, cargoes Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
which can be exposed to of Cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4 hrs
Discuss how stowage should leave the weather and which securing l Maritime LAB-6 hrs
safe access to essential would occupy a very large manual Organizatio Written
equipment and spaces needed to space below decks, the n exercises
navigate and operate the ship such method of safe stowage Depiction of a
as: and securing of Code of Quizzes
-sounding pipes to tanks and livestock ship,
containers on deck on Safe
bilges vessels not specially container ship Working Discussion
- devices for the remote operation designed for the carriage Practices
of valves and Timber
of containers. for
-mooring arrangements loaded ship Merchant
-fire-fighting and life-saving Interactive discussion Seamen:
equipment London:
- crew accommodation and Reporting HMSO:
working spaces Maritime
-protection for the crew Research Directorate.
Department
Discuss how deck cargo should Group presentation of
not obstruct the view from the Transport,
navigating bridge or over side at Aug. 1991
the bow
Discuss how the weight of deck
cargo should not exceed the

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
maximum permissible load on the
deck or hatches

Discuss how the effects of a

concentrated load can be spread
Deck Cargo over a wider area by the use of
dunnage and deck shoring taking The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 2
into consideration the positioning the Deck Cargo, cargoes Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
of girders, transverses and which can be exposed to of Cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4 hrs
longitudinals under the tank top the weather and which securing l Maritime LAB-6 hrs
would occupy a very large manual Organizatio Written
Evaluate the effect of deck cargo space below decks, the n exercises
on stability with reference to: method of safe stowage Depiction of a
- its vertical moment about and securing of Code of Quizzes
the keel livestock ship,
containers on deck on Safe
- the absorption of water or vessels not specially container ship Working Discussion
accretion of ice designed for the carriage Practices
- the clearing of water from and Timber
of containers. for
the deck in heavy weather loaded ship Merchant
- increased reserve Interactive discussion Seamen:
buoyancy of a timber deck London:
cargo Reporting HMSO:
Maritime
Discuss in outline the Research Directorate.

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
recommendations on the stowage Department
and lashing of timer deck cargoes Group presentation of
as set out in the Transport,
Aug. 1991
Discuss the guard lines or rails to
be provided at the sides of a deck
stow and at openings in the stow

Discuss the method of safe

stowage and securing of
containers on deck on vessels not
specially designed for the carriage
of containers

Discuss the safe

loading/discharging of Ro-Ro
cargoes
COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Container Discuss the arrangement of a The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 3

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Cargo container ship and explains how about the Container Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
the position of a particular Cargo, the arrangement of cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
container is designated of a container ship and securing l Maritime LAB-6hrs
explain show the position manual Organizatio Written
of a particular container n exercises
Demonstrate briefly the sequence is designated, the types Illustration of
of operations during discharging and sizes of container in movie of Code of Quizzes
and loading at a terminal use, methods of securing loading and Safe
containers on deck. discharging at Working Discussion
the terminal Practices
Discuss the factors involved in
for
planning a container stow with Interactive discussion Merchant
reference to:
Seamen:
Reporting London:
- stability, trim and list
- stresses HMSO:
Research Maritime
- stack height and weight
- dangerous goods Directorate.
Group presentation Department
- special stowage restrictions
-out of gauge of
Transport,
Discuss methods of securing Aug. 1991
containers on deck
Discuss the types and sizes of
container in use

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Cargo Discuss in outline the contents of The Instructor will explain Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 4
(Other Than the IMO International Maritime Solid and discuss the Bulk Convention, 10 hours
Grain) Bulk Cargo (IMBSC) Code Cargo (other than Grain) Sample copy Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
and the contents of the of cargo l Maritime LAB-6hrs
IMO International securing Organizatio Projects
Discuss the following: Maritime Solid Bulk manual n
Cargo(IMBSC)Code. The Written
importance of monitoring Loading Code of exercises
- angle of repose manual Safe
the temperature of the
- cargoes which may liquefy Working Quizzes
holds associated with
- flow moisture point Sample copy Practices
carriage of coal cargoes,
- flow state of IMBSC for Discussion
How coal should be
- transportable moisture limit Merchant
ventilated.
Seamen:
London:
Discuss in detail the preparation of Interactive discussion HMSO:
cargo holds prior to loading bulk
Maritime
cargoes Reporting Directorate.
Department
Discuss how separation between Research of
certain bulk cargoes and other Transport,
than bulk cargoes or package of Group presentation Aug. 1991
dangerous goods is required

Discuss why some bulk cargoes

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
may deplete the oxygen content of Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 4
holds or produce toxic gases and The Instructor will explain Convention, 10 hours
Cargo discuss the precautions to take and discuss the Bulk Sample copy Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
(Other Than before entry of holds of cargo l Maritime LAB-6hrs
Grain) Cargo (other than Grain)
and the contents of the securing Organizatio Projects
Discuss the hazards associated IMO International manual n
with coal cargoes Maritime Solid Bulk Cargo Written
(IMBSC)Code. The Loading Code of exercises
Discuss the importance of importance of monitoring manual Safe
monitoring the temperature of the the temperature of the Working Quizzes
holds associated with carriage of holds associated with Sample copy Practices
coal cargoes carriage of coal cargoes, of IMBSC for Discussion
how coal should be Merchant
Discuss the precautions to take ventilated. Seamen:
during loading and discharging coal London:
HMSO:
Discuss how coal should be Interactive discussion Maritime
ventilated Directorate.
Reporting Department
of
Research Transport,
Aug. 1991
Group presentation

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Bulk Grain Discuss the following terms as used The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 5
Cargo in the International Grain Code: the International Grain Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
- grain Code of cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
-filled compartment securing l Maritime LAB-6hrs
- partly filled compartment Interactive discussion manual Organizatio Projects
n
Reporting Illustration of Written
Discuss the cleaning and movie of Code of exercises
preparation of holds and decks for Research loading and Safe
the carriage of grain discharging at Working Quizzes
Group presentation the terminal Practices
for Discussion
Discuss why thorough check for
Merchant
insect or rodent infestations should
Seamen:
be made
London:
HMSO:
Discuss the dangers associated
Maritime
with using insecticide in cargo holds
Directorate.
Discuss the importance of trimming
Department
and states how it should be made
of
Transport,
Distinguish between the trimming of
Aug. 1991
filled and partly filled compartments
Discuss the use of fitting of shifting
boards

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COMPETENCE F2 – A-II/1 : Monitor the loading, Stowage, Securing, Care during the Voyage and the unloading of Cargoes.
KUP A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1: Cargo handling, Stowage and securing
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.2: Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C1.KUP1.3: Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Bulk Grain The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 5
Cargo Discuss how saucers or bundles of the International Grain Sample copy Convention, 10 hours
bulk grain are arranged in the Code of cargo Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
square of a hatch to reduce securing l Maritime LAB-6hrs
heeling moments resulting from a Interactive discussion manual Organizatio Projects
shift of grain n
Reporting Illustration of Written
Discuss how the surface of a partly movie of Code of exercises
filled compartment is secured Research loading and Safe
against movement discharging at Working Quizzes
Group presentation the terminal Practices
Discuss how to separate two for Discussion
different bulk grain cargoes loaded Merchant
into the same compartment Seamen:
London:
Discuss the use of portable radio HMSO:
communication during loading and Maritime
unloading operations. Directorate.
Department
of
Transport,
Aug. 1991

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COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KUP A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP1: Knowledge* and ability to explain where to look for damage and defects most commonly
Encountered: .1 loading and unloading operations; .2 corrosion; .3 severe weather conditions
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Cargo space, Discuss the possible causes of The Instructor will discuss Power point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 6
hatch covers damage to the cargo space during cargo space, hatch cover Convention, 10 hours
and ballast cargo operation and ballast tank Sample Internationa Written Exam LEC-4hrs
tank inspection inspection checklist in l Maritime LAB-6hrs
Discuss the general layout of a preparation Organizatio Projects
cargo space for a bulk carrier Interactive discussion and inspection n
of holds, hatch Written
Discuss the general layout of the Reporting covers and Code of exercises
cargo space for an oil tanker ballast tanks Safe
-Discuss the general layout of a Research Working Quizzes
general cargo ship Practices
Group presentation for Discussion
Discuss the defects that could arise Merchant
due to the nature of cargo carried Seamen:
corrosion effect that could arise due London:
structural stress, uneven distribution HMSO:
of cargo, chemical reactions on the Maritime
ship structure Directorate.
Department
Lists the methods in use to prevent of
the occurrence of corrosion in cargo Transport,
spaces Aug. 1991
Discuss the damage to cargo space
due to severe weather condition

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COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KUP A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP2: Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a
given period of time
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP3: Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP4: State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be identified and
prevented
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP5: Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP6: Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP7: Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Damage to Identifies structural or parts to be The Instructor will discuss Power Point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 7 to
cargo spaces, inspected each time in order to the damage to cargo Presentation Convention, WK 8
hatch cover cover all parts within a given period spaces, hatch cover and International Written Exam 20 hours
and ballast of time ballast tanks Illustration Maritime LEC-8hrs
Organization
tanks Projects LAB-12hrs
Discuss the safety procedures Interactive discussion
Code of Safe
before entry into the cargo tank for Working
Written
inspection Reporting Practices for exercises
Merchant
Discuss the working principles of a Research Seamen: Quizzes
hatch cover London:
Group presentation HMSO: Discussion
Explains the construction of a hatch Maritime
cover Directorate.
Department
Identifies the critical components of of Transport,
Aug. 1991
the hatch

Identifies the critical components of

the hatch cover that contribute to

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Seam 3 – Cargo Handling and Stowage (Non-Dangerous Goods)

COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KUP A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP2: Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a
given period of time
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP3: Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP4: State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be identified and
prevented
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP5: Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP6: Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP7: Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Damage to weather tightness The Instructor will discuss Power Point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 7 to
cargo spaces, the damage to cargo Presentation Convention, WK 8
hatch cover Identify the critical components of spaces, hatch cover and International Written Exam 20 hours
and ballast the hatch cover that contribute ballast tanks Illustration Maritime LEC-8hrs
Organization
tanks water tightness Projects LAB-12hrs
Interactive discussion
Code of Safe
Identifies the structural components Working
Written
of a hatch cover which are most Reporting Practices for exercises
likely to experience corrosion Merchant
Research Seamen: Quizzes
Discuss the testing methods London:
for a hatch cover Group presentation HMSO: Discussion
Maritime
Discuss the purpose of ballast tank Directorate.
Department
Reproduces the construction sketch of Transport,
Aug. 1991
of a ballast tank
Identifies the parts in the ballast
tanks which are most likely to
experience corrosion

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Seam 3 – Cargo Handling and Stowage (Non-Dangerous Goods)

COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KUP A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP2: Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a
given period of time
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP3: Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP4: State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be identified and
prevented
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP5: Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP6: Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP7: Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Damage to The Instructor will discuss Power Point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 7 to
cargo spaces, Lists the period of interval for the the damage to cargo Presentation Convention, WK 8
hatch cover inspection of ballast tanks spaces, hatch cover and International Written Exam 20 hours
and ballast ballast tanks Illustration Maritime LEC-8hrs
Organization
tanks Discuss the corrosion prevention Projects LAB-12hrs
methods for ballast tanks Interactive discussion
Code of Safe
Working
Written
Lists the items that need to be taken Reporting Practices for exercises
into account where preparing a Merchant
damage report Research Seamen: Quizzes
London:
Lists the evidence that needs to be Group presentation HMSO: Discussion
collected in assisting the Maritime
preparation of a damage report Directorate.
Department
of Transport,
Aug. 1991
Discuss the guidelines on the
Enhanced Programme of
Inspections during surveys of
Bulk Carrier

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COMPETENCE A-II/1 F2.C2: Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks
KUP A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP2: Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a
given period of time
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP3: Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP4: State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be identified and
prevented
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP5: Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP6: Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
A-II/1 F2.C2.KUP7: Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”
TOPIC: Intended Learning Outcomes/ Teaching/Learning Equipment/ Reference Assessment Allocation
Performance Activity Materials/ s of Time
Tools
Damage to The Instructor will discuss Power Point STCW ’95 Recitation WK 7 to
cargo spaces, the damage to cargo Presentation Convention, WK 8
hatch cover spaces, hatch cover and International Written Exam 20 hours
and ballast ballast tanks Illustration Maritime LEC-8hrs
Organization
tanks Projects LAB-12hrs
Interactive discussion
Code of Safe
Working
Written
Reporting Practices for exercises
Merchant
Research Seamen: Quizzes
London:
Group presentation HMSO: Discussion
Maritime
Directorate.
Department
of Transport,
Aug. 1991

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