q652 - General - Subjects Asst Engineer 2022

National Maritime Center
Keep ’em Safe, Keep ’em Sailing
U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam
OSV – Assistant Engineer
Q652 General Subjects
(Sample Examination)
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Illustrations: 16
Choose the best answer to the following Multiple Choice Questions:
Which of the following bilge pumping applications would most likely use a non-automated centrifugal
pump under manual supervision?
(A) Shaft alley bilges

(B) Dry cargo-hold bilges
(C) Engine room bilges
(D) Machinery space bilges
Under what conditions is it permissible to pump machinery space bilges directly overboard without
processing by an oily-water separator?
(A) When operating in international waters beyond the 200 mile limit.
(B) When, by visual inspection, the bilges appear to be free of oil.
(C) When presented with a flooding emergency.
(D) When the bilge water holding tank is full.
The air charge leaving an intercooler or after cooler of an air compressor can be expected to be
which of the following?
(A) At or below the dew point.

(B) Superheated.
(C) Supercooled.
(D) All of the above.
Over pressurization of an air compressor intercooler is prevented by which of the following?
(A) Last-stage unloader.

(B) Intercooler relief valve.
(C) Aftercooler relief valve.
(D) First-stage unloader.
The "tare weight" of a refrigerant storage cylinder refers to what weight?
(A) the weight of an empty cylinder

(B) the weight of a cylinder AND its current contents
(C) the maximum weight of the refrigerant allowed
(D) the total weight of a fully charged cylinder
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Illustrations: 16
What is the pressure and condition of the refrigerant entering the receiver of a refrigeration system?
(A) superheated high-pressure vapor

(B) subcooled high-pressure liquid
(C) superheated low-pressure vapor
(D) subcooled low-pressure liquid
The carbon seal ring of a refrigeration compressor crankshaft mechanical seal is held in position
against the stationary ring face by using what device?
(A) snap ring

(B) spring
(C) thrust washer
(D) woodruff key
Capacity control of a centrifugal refrigeration compressor can be accomplished by what means?
(A) varying the position discharge bypass valve

(B) varying the speed of the compressor
(C) varying the position of the prerotation inlet vanes
(D) all of the above
Concerning the proper installation of the sensing bulb of a thermal expansion valve that is attached to
the evaporator tail coil on a horizontal run, what statement is true?
(A) the bulb should be attached so that the pinched off tubing should be oriented up and the
capillary tube running to the valve diaphragm should be oriented down
(B) the bulb should be attached with no regard to the orientation of the pinched off tubing or the
capillary tube running to the valve diaphragm
(C) the bulb should be attached so that the pinched off tubing should be oriented to one side and the
capillary tube running to the valve diaphragm should be oriented to the opposite side
(D) the bulb should be attached so that the pinched off tubing should be oriented down and the
capillary tube running to the valve diaphragm should be oriented up
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Illustrations: 16
As shown in figure "B" of the illustrated self-contained recovery unit connection diagrams, what is the
recovery method supported by the connection scheme? Illustration RA-0033
(A) vapor recovery/push-pull

(B) liquid recovery/push-pull
(C) direct liquid recovery
(D) direct vapor recovery
Which of the following statements represents the proper procedural sequence for adjusting
the metering rate of an in-line lubricator as used in a ship's service air system hose station? Assume
that the pressure regulator has been properly set.
(A) Establish normal air flow. Determine drip rate. Further open needle valve to increase drip rate or
further close needle valve to decrease drip rate, as appropriate.
(B) Establish normal air flow. Determine drip rate. Further open needle valve to decrease drip rate or
further close needle valve to increase drip rate, as appropriate.
(C) Temporarily shut-off air flow. Determine drip rate. Further open needle valve to increase drip
rate or further close needle valve to decrease drip rate, as appropriate. Re-establish normal air flow.
(D) Temporarily shut-off air flow. Determine drip rate. Further open needle valve to decrease drip
rate or further close needle valve to increase drip rate, as appropriate. Re-establish normal air flow.
How often should the air receivers on a compressed air system be drained of moisture and
emulsions?
(A) Daily
(B) Weekly
(C) Monthly
(D) Quarterly
Before charging a refrigeration unit, unless quick disconnect fittings are used, the refrigerant
charging hoses should be prepared in what way?
(A) they should be purged with refrigerant

(B) they should be cleaned with carbon tetrachloride
(C) they should be warmed in an oven
(D) they should be flushed with clean refrigerant oil
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Illustrations: 16
Which of the following statements is true concerning the gauge labeled "A" of the illustrated gauge
manifold set? Illustration RA-0001
(A) The gauge labeled "A" is a standard pressure gauge and is usually color-coded blue.
(B) The gauge labeled "A" is a standard pressure gauge and is usually color-coded red.
(C) The gauge labeled "A" is a compound gauge and is usually color-coded red.
(D) The gauge labeled "A" is a compound gauge and is usually color-coded blue.
As shown in figure "B" in the illustrated block diagram of a central operating system configured for
supervisory control, what is the function of the block "ANALOG (A-D MUX)"? Illustration EL-0094
(A) A high-speed solid-state switching device called a multiplexer capable of scanning a large
number of digital sensors in a short period of time and converting these signals to analog values for
processing by the CPU.
(B) A low-speed solid-state switching device called a multiplexer capable of scanning a small
number of analog sensors in a long period of time and converting these signals to digital values for
(C) A low-speed solid-state switching device called a multiplexer capable of scanning a small
number of digital sensors in a long period of time and converting these signals to analog values for
(D) A high-speed solid-state switching device called a multiplexer capable of scanning a large
number of analog sensors in a short period of time and converting these signals to digital values for
As shown in figure "B" of the illustrated block diagram of a central operating system configured for
supervisory control, which statement is true concerning the block "COMPUTER" with respect to
closed-loop control processes? Illustration EL-0094
(A) The computer provides the set point input data to the process control loop, as well as the
measured variable data. The analog controllers are only used for manual backup control.
(B) The computer normally has no role in the various closed-loop control processes. It is only
used for backup control purposes.
(C) The computer provides the set point input data to the analog controllers, but the analog
controllers actually control the closed-loop processes.
(D) The computer has no role in the various closed-loop control processes regardless of the
control mode.
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As shown in figure "A" of the illustrated block diagram of a central operating system configured for direct
digital control, what does the output system block "DIGITAL OUTPUT" represent? Illustration EL-0095
(A) It receives analog outputs from the CPU and converts these to digital signals for transmission to
the digital actuators.
(B) It receives digital outputs from the CPU and conditions these to digital signals for transmission to
the digital actuators.
(C) It receives analog outputs from the CPU and conditions these to analog signals for
transmission to the analog actuators.
(D) It receives digital outputs from the CPU and converts these to analog signals for transmission to
the analog actuators.
Which of the following liquid level sensors would be most suitable for measuring the liquid level in a
pressure vessel, such as a water-tube boiler steam drum?
(A) Differential pressure sensor

(B) Static pressure sensor
(C) Capacitance probe
(D) Displacement float level sensor
In a closed-loop process control system, what statement concerning feedback is true as it relates to
stability and the direction of error displacement?
(A) Positive feedback is used to minimize instability by pushing the system in the same direction as
the error displacement.
(B) Positive feedback is used to minimize instability by pushing the system in the opposite
direction as the error displacement.
(C) Negative feedback is used to minimize instability by pushing the system in the same direction as
the error displacement.
(D) Negative feedback is used to minimize instability by pushing the system in the opposite
direction as the error displacement.
With respect to shaft bearing load absorption capability in terms of direction, what is meant by a
radial load?
(A) A radial load is a load applied perpendicular and parallel to the axis of the shaft.
(B) A radial load is a load applied parallel to the axis of the shaft.
(C) A radial load is a load applied perpendicular to the axis of the shaft.
(D) A radial load is a load applied tangent to the circumference of the shaft.
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Illustrations: 16
Rolling element bearings may experience fatigue failure after a length of service. What is the first
evidence of the beginnings of fatigue failure?
(A) The presence of small cracks in the rolling elements.

(B) Discoloration of the races or rolling elements.
(C) The presence of metallic particles in the lubricant.
(D) The presence of small cracks in the races.
What is the primary purpose of the lead-lag arrangement of the two potable water pumps supporting a
typical potable water system?
(A) Enabling the lead pump to cycle on and off during periods of relatively low demand and the lag
pump to assist the lead pump only when the demand is high.
(B) Enabling the lag pump to cycle on and off during periods of relatively low demand and the
lead pump to assist the lag pump only when the demand is high.
(C) Enabling the lead pump to pump against a shut-off head during periods of relatively low
demand and the lag pump to recirculate when the demand is high.
(D) Enabling both potable water pumps to cycle on and off together in response to system
demand changes.
If both the shell-and-tube lube oil cooler and shell-and-tube jacket water cooler of a diesel engine are sea
water-cooled, what statement is true?
(A) Sea water flows through the tubes of the jacket water cooler and through the shell of the lube oil
cooler.
(B) Sea water flows through the tubes of the lube oil cooler and through the shell of the jacket
water cooler.
(C) Sea water flows through the tubes of both the lube oil and jacket water coolers.
(D) Sea water flows through the shells of both the lube oil and jacket water coolers.
If a heat exchanger is designed to cool lubricating oil using sea water as a cooling medium, what
statement is true?
(A) The lubricating oil loses sensible heat, and the sea water loses sensible heat.
(B) The lubricating oil loses sensible heat, and the sea water gains sensible heat.
(C) The lubricating oil loses latent heat, and the sea water gains latent heat.
(D) The lubricating oil gains sensible heat, and the sea water loses sensible heat.
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Concerning governor speed droop, what statement is true?
(A) If speed droop is permanent, the prime mover's final speed is different for each amount of
loading.
(B) If speed droop is permanent, the prime mover's final speed is constant regardless of the load.
(C) If speed droop is temporary, there will be no transient speed changes associated with load
changes.
(D) If speed droop is temporary, the prime mover's final speed is different for each amount of
loading.
Which of the following statements is true concerning the application for an isochronous governor?
(A) An isochronous governor is ideally suited for a ship's geared propulsion drive driving
through a fixed-pitch propeller.
(B) An isochronous governor is ideally suited for a pump drive associated with maintaining a
constant pump discharge pressure.
(C) An isochronous governor is ideally suited for a ship's direct reversible propulsion drive driving
through a fixed-pitch propeller.
(D) An isochronous governor is ideally suited for a ship's service alternator drive associated with
maintaining a constant system frequency.
For a shell-and-tube heat exchanger, which tube pitch pattern would feature "see-through" lanes and
would most easily allow external mechanical cleaning of the tubes?
(A) Rotated triangular tube pitch

(B) Triangular tube pitch
(C) Square tube pitch
(D) Rotated square tube pitch
Energy losses occurring in a hydraulic system are ultimately absorbed by the .
(A) hydraulic piping flexibility

(B) fluid as friction
(C) reservoir expansion chamber
(D) atmosphere as heat
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A flare-type tubing connector is used in the hydraulic hatch cover system and has developed a slight
leak. To stop the leak you should .
(A) keep the system in operation and tighten the flare nut
(B) replace both the tubing sections and the fitting
(C) shut down the power unit and use two wrenches to avoid damaging the tubing when
tightening
(D) stop the system and use only one wrench to tighten the flare nut
Strainers are commonly used in hydraulic systems to .
(A) prevent solid particles from entering the pump

(B) prevent solid particles from entering the filter
(C) protect the directional control valves
(D) protect the pump from fine soluble contaminants
A two-stage hydraulic pump unit is used to .
(A) produce twice the flow rate than if only one element were to be used
(B) supply two individual flows to the same segments of the system if one of the pump elements
were to fail
(C) establish two individual flows to segregated segments of one system
(D) develop the same flow rate across both pump elements with the discharge pressure of the
second pump element being substantially higher than that of the first stage
With respect to lubricating oils, what statement is true concerning viscosity and viscosity index?
(A) Viscosity is a measure of an oil's lubricity and viscosity index is a measure of an oil's ability to
resist change in lubricity as the pressure changes.
(B) Viscosity is a measure of an oil's internal resistance to flow and viscosity index is a measure of
an oil's ability to resist change in viscosity as the temperature changes.
(C) Viscosity is a measure of an oil's ability to resist oxidation and viscosity index is a measure of an
oil's ability to resist change in viscosity as the temperature changes.
(D) Viscosity is a measure of an oil's resistance to emulsification and viscosity index is a measure of
an oil's ability to resist change in viscosity as the temperature changes.
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Illustrations: 16
In a forced-feed lubrication system, what statement is true concerning lube oil reservoir/sump
residence time?
(A) The lower the oil level, the longer the residence time, and the cooler the oil will be as
delivered by the pump.
(B) The lower the oil level, the shorter the residence time, and the hotter the oil will be as
(C) The lower the oil level, the longer the residence time, and the hotter the oil will be as delivered by
the pump.
(D) The lower the oil level, the shorter the residence time, and the cooler the oil will be as
Which of the following lube oil filters would be considered acceptable for use with today's high
detergent additive type oils?
(A) Chemically treated paper and waste in cartridges.

(B) Cotton waste packed in perforated metal containers or cylindrical cartridges.
(C) Cylindrical elements containing Fuller's earth combined with cellulose.
(D) Foamed polyurethane of the impingement type supported on perforated metal rings.
What type of fuel oil as part of an oily-water mixture is most likely to have a density approaching that of
water?
(A) Heavy residual fuel oil.

(B) Distillate/residual fuel oil blends.
(C) Marine diesel oil.
(D) Light distillate oil.
In the figure shown in the illustration, the standard blueprint symbols above the letters "A", "B", and "C"
indicate . Illustration GS-0036
(A) the use of internal threads

(B) hole tolerance
(C) finished diameter
(D) interference fit
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How would the pressure setting of the illustrated self-contained, internal-pilot, piston-operated steam
pressure-reducer be raised to a higher setpoint? Illustration GS-0044
(A) The adjusting spring would need to have its compression load increased by rotating the
adjusting screw counter-clockwise further out of the adjusting spring chamber.
(B) The adjusting spring would need to have its compression load reduced by rotating the
adjusting screw clockwise further into the adjusting spring chamber.
(C) The adjusting spring would need to have its compression load reduced by rotating the
adjusting screw counter-clockwise further out of the adjusting spring chamber.
(D) The adjusting spring would need to have its compression load increased by rotating the
adjusting screw clockwise further into the adjusting spring chamber.
Suppose the illustrated pneumatically operated diaphragm actuated control valve is used to control the
fuel oil outlet temperature of a steam-heated heavy fuel oil heater by controlling the steam flow. What
would be the result if there was a complete loss of pilot air being delivered to the valve actuator?
Illustration GS-0051
(A) The valve would fail in the exact position just before the loss of pilot air. The fuel temperature will
fluctuate with changes in fuel demand.
(B) The valve would fail in the fully closed position, most likely resulting in a low fuel oil
temperature alarm condition.
(C) The valve would fail in the fully open position, most likely resulting in a high fuel oil
temperature alarm condition.
(D) It is not possible to predict how the valve would respond to a loss of pilot air.
In the pump shown in the illustration, what is the distance from the bottom of the inlet to the bottom end
of the motor shaft? Illustration GS-0011
(A) 45 1/4 inches

(B) 45 5/16 inches
(C) 53 5/8 inches
(D) 57 5/8 inches
Which of the following propulsor types would be used with unidirectional propulsion shafting
rotation?
(A) Detachable-blade (built-up) propellers

(B) Controllable-pitch propellers
(C) Fixed-pitch propellers
(D) Tandem propellers
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Concerning steerable internal duct thrusters, what statement is true?
(A) The thrust direction of the steerable internal duct thruster is determined by the direction of
rotation of the pump.
(B) The thrust direction of the steerable internal duct thruster is determined by reversing the pitch
angle of the pump impeller.
(C) The thrust direction of the steerable internal duct thruster is determined by the orientation of the
water discharge vectoring ring.
(D) The thrust direction of the steerable internal duct thruster is determined by the orientation of the
pump inlet guide vanes.
Which of the listed reduction gear sets has the input and output shafts in-line with one another?
(A) Parallel axis gearing

(B) Bevel gearing
(C) Worm gearing
(D) Epicyclic gearing
With respect to a "pusher" type azimuthing thruster, what statement is true?
(A) With an azimuthing angle of 0o, the gear unit is directly abaft of and in the wake of the
azimuthing thruster's propeller.
(B) With an azimuthing angle of 0o, the azimuthing thruster's propeller is directly abaft of the gear
unit, but the gear unit is in the wake of the azimuthing thruster's propeller.
(C) With an azimuthing angle of 0o, the azimuthing thruster's propeller is directly abaft of and in the
wake of the gear unit.
(D) With an azimuthing angle of 0o, the gear unit is directly abaft of the azimuthing thruster's
propeller, but the azimuthing thruster's propeller is in the wake of the gear unit.
Which of the following statements is true regarding mechanical seals?
(A) They are not suitable for use on fuel oil transfer pumps.
(B) They may be used in lieu of conventional packing glands for any service other than salt water.
(C) They are normally lubricated and cooled by the fluid being pumped.
(D) Once placed into service, leakage between the dynamic seal surfaces may be reduced by
monthly adjustment of the spring compression.
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Illustrations: 16
Pitting in the suction areas of a centrifugal pump bronze impeller is usually caused by .
(A) electrolysis
(B) cavitation
(C) abrasion
(D) corrosion
A pump shaft that is bent or distorted should normally be .
(A) straightened by applying heat and torsion

(B) replaced with a satisfactory spare
(C) reconditioned by metalizing and machining
(D) repaired by a suitable welding process
What type of pump is shown in the illustration? Illustration GS-0144
(A) Deep well centrifugal pump

(B) Double screw rotary pump
(C) Simplex reciprocating pump
(D) Triple screw rotary pump
In accordance with 33 CFR Subchapter O (Pollution), which type of Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) is
used solely for the storage of sewage and flush water at ambient air pressure and temperature?
(A) Type I
(B) Type II
(C) Type III
(D) Type IV
The rudder torque capacity of the four ram steering gear illustrated, is rated at 44,210,000 inch- pounds
with one power unit in operation. If the four ram system was able to be operated as a two ram system
with both power units on line, what would be the available torque? Illustration GS-0067
o (A) 11,052,500 inch-pounds

(B) 22,105,000 inch-pounds o
(C) 44,210,000 inch-pounds o
(D) 88,420,000 inch-pounds
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Which of the following statements is true concerning the operation of the device shown in the
illustration? Illustration GS-0116
(A) Item "I" moves as the rudder stock rotates.

(B) Item "N" moves as the rudder stock rotates.
(C) Both item "I" and item "N" move as the rudder stock rotates.
(D) Neither item "I" nor item "N" move as the rudder stock rotates.
While at normal sea speed the rudder movement stops, but is restored after changing over power units.
At the earliest opportunity the faulty power unit is placed in operation with the following results: The main
pump discharge/return pressures are equal and there is no rotation of the rotary actuator, regardless of
the direction of helm input. Which of the following is the probable cause of the failure? Illustration GS-
0123
(A) solenoid coil No.2 in component "F" has burned out

(B) stroke control linkage has mechanically failed with "M"
(C) solenoid coil No.3 in component "F" has burned out
(D) replenishing circuit relief valve is stuck open
What advantage does a 4-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system have over a 2-pipe hydronic
heating/cooling system? Illustration GS-0192
(A) A 4-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system can serve twice as many zones as a 2-pipe
hydronic heating/cooling system.
(B) A 4-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system requires double the amount of piping as compared to
a 2-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system serving the same number of zones.
(C) A 4-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system allows simultaneous heating and cooling of different
zones, whereas a 2-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system does not.
(D) A 4-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system requires one-half the amount of piping as compared to
a 2-pipe hydronic heating/cooling system serving the same number of zones.
What statement is true concerning steam-heated, hot water heated, or electric-heated convectors?
(A) Convectors draw in relatively cool air through an opening at the bottom and discharge
relatively warm air through an outlet grille at the top and are located on bulkheads near the
overhead.
(B) Convectors draw in relatively cool air through an opening at the top and discharge relatively
warm air through an outlet grille at the bottom and are located on bulkheads near the overhead.
(C) Convectors draw in relatively cool air through an opening at the bottom and discharge relatively
warm air through an outlet grille at the top and are located on bulkheads near the deck.
(D) Convectors draw in relatively cool air through an opening at the top and discharge relatively
warm air through an outlet grille at the bottom and are located on bulkheads near the deck.
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In the illustrated single zone HVAC system, what statement represents the functioning of the
diverting relay as it controls the cooling coil flow and the exhaust, outside air and recirculation
dampers? Illustration RA-0009
(A) The diverting relay processes the room thermostat control signal as long as the space
humidity is below the humidistat setpoint. The diverting relay processes the room humidistat
control signal if the space humidity exceeds the humidistat setpoint.
(B) The diverting relay processes the humidistat control signal as long as the space humidity is
below the humidistat setpoint. The diverting relay processes the room thermostat control signal if the
space humidity exceeds the humidistat setpoint.
(C) The diverting relay processes the humidistat control signal as long as the space temperature is
below the thermostat setpoint. The diverting relay processes the room thermostat control signal if the
space temperature exceeds the thermostat setpoint.
(D) The diverting relay processes the room thermostat control signal as long as the
space temperature is below the thermostat setpoint. The diverting relay processes the room
humidistat control signal if the space temperature exceeds the thermostat setpoint.
To measure the circumference of a piece of pipe, you should use a .
(A) flexible steel rule

(B) hook rule
(C) folding rule
(D) machinist's steel rule
A grinding wheel is trued with a .
(A) garnet stone

(B) round file
(C) lathe tool
(D) dressing tool
The locking plates shown in the illustration are used in many marine applications. Which figure
indicates the improper method for using these devices? Illustration GS-0156
(A) "A"
(B) "B"
(C) "C"
(D) "D"
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For a pneumatic transmission system for instrumentation purposes, if a pneumatic temperature indicator
has a calibrated scale of -40 to +40oF, what would be the actual measured temperature if the
transmitted pneumatic signal pressure to the indicator is 9 psig, assuming the industry standard of 3 to
15 psig is used for instrument air?
(A) -10oF
(B) 0oF
(C) +10oF
(D) +25oF
What is used to protect a direct sensing steam pressure gauge from damage from contact with
steam?
(A) The installation of a siphon tube (pig-tail) oriented horizontally in the entrance to the gauge.
(B) The installation of a siphon tube (pig-tail) oriented vertically in the entrance to the gauge.
(C) The installation of a damping needle valve in the entrance to the gauge.
(D) The installation of thermal insulation on the gauge.
A horizontal electro-mechanical anchor windlass is equipped with two warping heads, two wildcats, two
manual brake handwheels, two clutch control levers, and a multipoint lever-operated pedestal- mounted
controller. What statement is true as it pertains to the operation of the pedestal-mounted controller?
(A) The pedestal-mounted controller allows the warping heads to rotate in either direction of
rotation, but the wildcats in only one direction of rotation at discrete speeds from zero to
maximum.
(B) The pedestal-mounted controller allows both the warping heads and the wildcats to rotate in
either direction of rotation at discrete speeds from zero to maximum.
(C) The pedestal-mounted controller allows both the warping heads and the wildcats to rotate in
only one direction of rotation at discrete speeds from zero to maximum.
(D) The pedestal-mounted controller allows the wildcats to rotate in either direction of rotation, but the
warping heads in only one direction of rotation at discrete speeds from zero to maximum.
Bridge orders must be promptly carried out and a record kept. What orders must be recorded?
(A) Changes in shaft RPM or rotation

(B) Changes in rudder direction
(C) Changes in shaft rotation only
(D) Changes in shaft RPM only
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You are on a ship with a large slow speed main engine that operates an Unattended Machinery
Space. When entering the main machinery space to conduct maintenance or a machinery space
round, what should be done?
(A) The first assistant engineer should be telephoned at agreed to intervals.

(B) The chief engineer should be telephoned at agreed to intervals.
(C) The navigational watch officer should be telephoned at agreed to intervals.
(D) The master should be telephoned at agreed to intervals.
What statement is true concerning the door interlock devices associated with a winding drum or
traction drive passenger elevator onboard ship?
(A) Door interlocks are used to prevent elevator operation in a shipboard emergency when
elevators are not to be used.
(B) Door interlocks are used to prevent elevator operation if the doors are still open and only
allow elevator operation if the doors are proved closed.
(C) Door interlocks are used to prevent elevator operation if the doors are still closed and only
allow elevator operation if the doors are proved open.
(D) Door interlocks are used to override elevator emergency status in a shipboard emergency
when elevators are required to be used.
Which of the drill sizes listed represents the largest size drill?
(A) A
(B) X
(C) Z
(D) XX
Generally speaking, when using a twist drill to bore a hole in metal, the harder the metal, the
greater the drill's required .
(A) lip clearance

(B) cutting speed
(C) included point angle
(D) diameter
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What is the name of the opening in a bilge margin bracket that reduces the weight of the bracket
without materially reducing its strength?
(A) Lightening holes

(B) Drain holes
(C) Air holes
(D) Manholes
Even though bilge keels do provide some improvement in longitudinal strength at the bilge radius,
what is the primary purpose of the bilge keels?
(A) Dampen the tendency the ship has to pitch.

(B) Dampen the tendency the ship has to roll.
(C) Dampen the tendency the ship has to yaw.
(D) Dampen the tendency the ship has to heave.
When accomplishing welding repairs using the electric arc welding process, what statement is true
concerning the characteristics of a good quality weld when welding a single-V butt joint?
(A) There should be penetration at the sides of the weld, but there should be no penetration
between passes.
(B) There should be penetration at the sides of the weld, and there should be penetration
between passes.
(C) There should be no penetration at the sides of the weld, and there should be no penetration
between passes.
(D) There should be no penetration at the sides of the weld, but there should be penetration
between passes.
A spur gear pump should be operated with the discharge valves .
(A) halfway opened

(B) throttled
(C) fully opened
(D) slightly opened
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Illustrations: 16
Referring to the illustration, note that the solenoid in line "C" is closed. The check valve in line "E" is
open. The separator service pump is running. The check valve in line "G" is closed. Valve "B" is closed.
Valve "D" is open. What is the operational status of the oily-water separator unit? Illustration GS-0175
(A) The oily-water separator is in the bilge water separation processing mode with water
discharging back to the bilge water holding tank with an oil content less than 15 ppm.
(B) The oily-water separator is in the bilge water separation processing mode with water
discharging overboard with an oil content greater than 15 ppm.
(C) The oily-water separator is in the bilge water separation processing mode with water
discharging back to the bilge water holding tank with an oil content greater than 15 ppm.
(D) The oily-water separator is in the bilge water separation processing mode with water
discharging overboard with an oil content less than 15 ppm.
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EL-0094
Adapted for testing purposes only from HUNT, Modern Marine Engineer’s Manual, Volume II, 3 rd Edition
Copyright © 2002 by Cornell Maritime Press, Inc.
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EL-0095
Adapted for testing purposes only from HUNT, Modern Marine Engineer’s Manual, Volume II, 3 rd Edition
Further reproduction prohibited without permission
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GS-0011
MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS
Motor (A. C.) Electro Dynamic

Rating H. P. 25
Speed R. P. M. (SYN.) 1200
Frame 365 VY
Type TN
Volts 440
Cycles 60
Phase 3
PUMP CHARACTERISTICS
Capacity G. P. M. 400
Speed R. P. M. 1150
Suction Lift “HG 10
B, H, P. @ 1200
SSU-75° F 24.9
Oil viscosity
Range, SSU 74-7000
Viscosity Normal
SSU @ 140° F 155
Discharge Normal
PSIG 55
Fluid Handled,
Lube Oil 2190 TEP.
Navy Specification MIL-L-17331
Oil Temperature 40-180
Range ° F
Illustration scale: 1” = 1’
Adapted for testing purposes only

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GS-0036
Adapted for testing purposes only from FRENCH, Mechanical Drawing, Seventh Edition
Copyright © 1966 by the McGraw-Hill, Inc.
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GS-0044
Adapted for testing purposes only from Les-Sonic Self Contained

Pressure/Temperature Regulators
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Further reproduction prohibited without permission Q652 General Subjects
GS-0051
Adapted for testing purposes only from MOLLAND

The Maritime Engineering Reference Book
Copyright © 2008 by Elsevier Ltd.
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GS-0067
Adapted for testing purposes only from SOUCHOTTE, Marine Auxiliary Machinery
Copyright © 1975 by Butterworth & Co. (Publishers) Ltd.
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GS-0116
Adapted for testing purposes only from HUNT, Modern Marine Engineer’s Manual, Volume II
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GS-0123
Adapted for testing purposes only from STUTMAN, Applied Marine Hydraulics
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GS-0144
Adapted for testing purposes
PC NO. only
NAME Material
1 Pump Case Cast Steel
2 Inlet Bell Cast Steel
3 Seal Housing Cast Steel
4 Packing Gland Gun Metal
5 Bearing Retainer Bearing Bronze
6 Balance Rotor Housing Bearing Bronze
7 Gasket Plant Fiber
Mechanical Seal for 2, 3, 8” Steel & Syn.
8
Dia. Shaft Rubber
9 Spacer Bearing Bronze
10 Rotor Housing Bearing Bronze
11 Check Nut Steel
12 Balance Piston Steel
13 Power Rotor Steel
14 Idler Rotor Steel
Socket Head Set Screw 1/4 –
15 Steel
20 x 7/16” long
16 Key Steel
17 Bolt 3/8” - 16 x 1” long Steel
18 Bolt 3/8” - 16 x 1 1/4” long Steel
19 External Tooth Lockwasher Steel
21 Bolt 1/4” – 13 x 1 1/4” Long Steel
Socket Head Pipe Plug – 1/8”
22 Brass
Size
23 Inlet Bell Cast Steel
24 Bolt 1/2” – 13 x 1 /2” Long Steel
25 Spacer Steel Pipe
26 Thrust Plate Steel
27 Gasket Plant Fiber
28 Oil Balance Tube Steel
29 O Ring Syn. Rubber
30 Stud 5/8” – 11” x 3 1/4” Long Steel
31 Nut 5/8” – 11” THDS. Steel
32 Bolt 1/2” – 13 x 4 1/2” Long Steel
33 Thrust Shoe Bearing Bronze
Lacing Wire 1/16” Dia. x 16
34 Monel
ft. Lg. (Cut to Suit)
Pkg. Ring for 2 3/8” Dia.
35 Symbol 430
Shaft 1/4" SQ
36 Bolt 3/8” – 16” x 1 3/4” Long Steel
37 Stud 3/4” – 10 x 3” Long Steel
39 Spring Pin 3/32” x 3/8” Long Steel
40 Name Plate (Serial) Brass Sheet
41 Name Plate (Caution) Brass Sheet
42 Name Plate (Rotation) Brass Sheet

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GS-0156
Adapted for testing purposes only from D379, D398, D399 Service Manual
Copyright © Caterpillar Tractor Co.
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GS-0175
Adapted for testing purposes only from Heli-Sep Model 550/OCD Technical Manual
Copyright © by Coffin World Water Systems
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GS-0192
Adapted for testing purposes only from HUNT, Modern Marine Engineer’s Manual, Vol II, 3rd edition
Copyright © 2002 by Cornell Maritime Press
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RA-0001
Adapted for testing purposes only from ALTHOUSE, Modern

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Copyright © 1992 by The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.
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RA-0009
Adapted for testing purposes only from HARRINGTON, Marine Engineering

Copyright © 1992 by The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
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RA-0033
Adapted for testing purposes only from CARR, Refrigerants and the Environment
Copyright © 1993 by John Carr
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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam

OSV – Assistant Engineer

Q652 General Subjects

Choose the best answer to the following Multiple Choice Questions:

(A) Shaft alley bilges

(A) At or below the dew point.

Over pressurization of an air compressor intercooler is prevented by which of the following?

(A) Last-stage unloader.

The "tare weight" of a refrigerant storage cylinder refers to what weight?

(A) the weight of an empty cylinder

(A) superheated high-pressure vapor

(A) snap ring

Capacity control of a centrifugal refrigeration compressor can be accomplished by what means?

(A) varying the position discharge bypass valve

(A) vapor recovery/push-pull

(A) they should be purged with refrigerant

(A) Differential pressure sensor

(A) The presence of small cracks in the rolling elements.

Concerning governor speed droop, what statement is true?

(A) Rotated triangular tube pitch

Energy losses occurring in a hydraulic system are ultimately absorbed by the .

(A) hydraulic piping flexibility

Strainers are commonly used in hydraulic systems to .

(A) prevent solid particles from entering the pump

A two-stage hydraulic pump unit is used to .

(A) Chemically treated paper and waste in cartridges.

(A) Heavy residual fuel oil.

(A) the use of internal threads

(A) 45 1/4 inches

(A) Detachable-blade (built-up) propellers

Concerning steerable internal duct thrusters, what statement is true?

(A) Parallel axis gearing

With respect to a "pusher" type azimuthing thruster, what statement is true?

Which of the following statements is true regarding mechanical seals?

A pump shaft that is bent or distorted should normally be .

(A) straightened by applying heat and torsion

What type of pump is shown in the illustration? Illustration GS-0144

(A) Deep well centrifugal pump

o (A) 11,052,500 inch-pounds

(A) Item "I" moves as the rudder stock rotates.

(A) solenoid coil No.2 in component "F" has burned out

To measure the circumference of a piece of pipe, you should use a .

(A) flexible steel rule

A grinding wheel is trued with a .

(A) garnet stone

(A) Changes in shaft RPM or rotation

(A) The first assistant engineer should be telephoned at agreed to intervals.

(A) lip clearance

(A) Lightening holes

(A) Dampen the tendency the ship has to pitch.

A spur gear pump should be operated with the discharge valves .

(A) halfway opened

Motor (A. C.) Electro Dynamic

Adapted for testing purposes only

Further reproduction prohibited without permission

Adapted for testing purposes only from Les-Sonic Self Contained

Adapted for testing purposes only from MOLLAND

Further reproduction prohibited without permission

Adapted for testing purposes only from ALTHOUSE, Modern

Adapted for testing purposes only from HARRINGTON, Marine Engineering