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Section C

General

Watch Duties

Engine

AirCompressors

Eng ineSystems

Preparing / Shutt ing down plantAction to be taken with various faultsEngine parameters - eff icient runningChanging to local control- direct drive. CPPScavenge f ires, economiser f ires - reasons.symptoms, act ionsCrankcase explosions - prevention, indtcatir

prevention,

n. rel ief devices

Engine structure - 2 stroke,4 strokeStatic parts - bedplate, holding down arrangement, entablature,t ie rods, diaphragm, scavenge spaceRunning gear - medium speed. slow speedCamshaft - t iming, reversing, driveTurbo-chargers - operation, maintenance, structureCombustion process - 2 stroke, 4 strokeIndicator cards - power, out of phaseExhaust valves - maintenance. inspection; rotat ionlnjectors - testingStart ing air valvesStart ing small engines

Reciprocation, single stage, two stage - operatlon,maintenance.Drotection. automation

Lube oi l - layout, operation, controlCooling water - layout, operation, control, treatmentFuel - layout from storage tanks to engine, operation, changlngfuel, filters and purifiersAir start - operation. faults

MountingsGauge glasses -Feed system

testing

Alarms - operation, testingBurner - operation, t iming, faultsWater treatment - tests, reasons

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IAMI GNERAL TOPICSWATCHKEEPING

Health andSafety

Auxil iaryEquipment

Fire andEmergency

: Electr ical Plant

Naval Arch andStructure

General DutiesTaking over a watchHanding over a watchUMS operationsSteering Gear Inspection and TestingSafety - Fire - Flooding, Weather, HusbandryRecordsSTCWCoswop'M'no t ices

' Enclosed SpacesLift ing GearHealth and Safety RegsSOLASISMPumps - centr i fugal, posit ive displacement

Prinr : in lcq onera l inn faul tsPurif iers - principles, operation, faultsHeat Exchangers - Plate, Tubular construction, useageRefrigeration - cycle, operation, charging, faultsEvaporators - operation, portable water treatmentSewaoe Plant - aerobic. chemicalBasic control of systems - two step, proportionallnstruments - level. Temoerature, pressureFixed CO2 - operation, maintenance and test ingDetection - test ing, detector headsPortables - types, operation. maintenanceJU tJA

Lifeboat enoines. Davit OoerationSwitchboards - protection, paral lel ingElectric shock - safetylvlotors - maintenance, testingEarth Faults - detection, cause, preventionBatteries - maintenan

Basic stability - GM, free surface, transferring mass withinsh ipSeaworthiness - scuppers, freeing ports, camberStructure - bow, stern, bulkheads, double bottom, platefloor, bilge keel, cofferdam

Pollut ion Bunkering - procedures, spi l lagesMARPOL, annex 1 , ORB, SOPEPOWS - orincioles. operation

Thrust Block - oi l transfer of thrust to vessel

lAMl Steam TTurbines

Sleam Plant

Auxil iaryEngine

Protection - devices, operation, act ionOperation - warming, running, shutt ing downControlConstruction - expansion, blade attachmentGland steamRunning with damageLubricating systemGears - reasons. insoection, IubricationPreparation for startup / shutdown - boilers, turbines, systemParametersFeed system layoutFeed system components - condenser, air ejector, feed pump.steam/steam generator, deaeratorConnecting boi lersT / A - run up and connectionMountings and f i t t ingsLevel gauges - local. remote. test ingSafety valvesSafety devices - testingConstruction - Steam drums. headers, tubes. downcomers,

i suDerheater. economiserSuperheater controlSootblowingAir heaterFuel system - layout, burner operation, faultsF lash ing upWater - tests, treatment, reasonsUptake fires - reasons, detection, action

Parameters - efficient running, faultsStarting - checks, procedure, faultsCrankcase explosion - reasons, detection, relief devicesChecks - during running, after overhaulCombustion faultsTiming - 2 stroke, 4 stroke

Section G General Engineering Knowledge

General E.K. Time Al lowed t hour 10 mins

1. (a) State the different engine room records that are kept (2)

(b) Explain the reasons for the importance of these records. (2)

(c) State the frequency with which the records are updated. (2)

2. With reference to electrical motors:

(a) List FOUR maintenance criteria necessary for good operation. - { r.- )

(b) State the consequences of not carrying out the maintenance identi f ied ina2(a). (4)

3.With reference to secondary cell batteries:

(a) State lhe tvvo types. (2)

(b) State four appl icat ions onboard ship. (2)

(c) Descrrbe the maintenance they batteries require. (4)

4. (a) Explain the procedure for sett ing up the oi ly water separator and pumpingthe bi lge (6)

(b) State which of the following would make the OWS process more efficient.

(i) The addition of heat to the machine(i i) Increasing the throughput of oi l( i i i ) Mixing the bi lge water before i t is pumped (2)

5.When the ship f irst sai ls from port with ful l bunkers onboardengineering wil l be normally be asked to use the fuel in the wing tanksfirst.

Discuss the stabi l l tv implications of the statement above as opposed to using thefuel in the double bottom tanks first. (8)

6.(a) State 4 types of portable extinguisher normally found in the machinerySpace on board ship. , (4,

(b) Describe the contents of the extinguishers stated in Q6(a). (4)

7. (a) Describe what is meant by the term cofferdam. (2)

(b) Explain the procedure for entry into a cofferdam prior to an inspection. (6)

With reference to a refrigeration system, what would be the signs and

symptoms of:(4)

(a) Air in the system.(4)

(b) Undercharge of refrigerant gas.

2 As the Engineer Officer of the Watch explain how to safely carry out the (8)

complete bunkering operation of the ship.

3 (a) Explain the importance of regular f ire dri l ls.

(b) Describe how a drill relating to a fire in a purifier room may be organised. (4)

4 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow which(8)

(4)

impart structural strength.

5 With reference to electrical systems, describe the routine testing of the (B)emergency generator, stating the checks required prior to starting theengrne.

6 Describe the routine watch keeping duties carried out in the steering flat. (8)

7 (a) Briefly describe free surface effect. (5)Explain whv free surface effect is detrimental in ro-ro ferries. (3)(b)

'1 With reference to a refrigeration system, what would be the signs andsymptoms of:

(a) Air in the system.

(b) Undercharge of refrigerant gas.

2 As the Engineer Officer of the Watch explain how to safely carry out the

complete bunkering operation of the ship.

3 (a) Explain the importance of regular f i re dri l ls.

(b) Describe how a drill relating to a fire in a purifier room may be organised

4 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow which


5 With reference to electrical systems, describe the routine testing of the

emergency generator, stating the checks required prior to starting theengine.

6 Describe the routine watchkeeping dutles carried out in the steering flat.

7 (a) Briefly describe free surface effect.

(b) Explain why free surface effect is detrimental ln ro-ro ferries.

1 .?g:"lbe EIGHT actions to be taken by the relieving Engineer Officer of the (B)' Watchbefore taking charge of the watch.

, !:, EIGHT reasons why a bilge pump may not be able to remove water from (B)

ann ina rnn rn h i l na

. , , ^ . List FIVE precautions that should be taken before any work is to [s 63l 'r ier l ntrton

- ' - - " ' " * " * ' (5 )

electr ical equipment.

ldenti fy THREE addit ional precautions to those in a). i f i t has become essential , . . ,(o ) to { r ,

work near to l ive electr ical equipment.

+ ?tu* a cross-sectional diagram through an oi ly water separator. Indicate on (g)' thediagram the f low of f luid through the separator and label al l major componentparts.

5 (a) Make a sketch of a bilge injection sysfern. (5)

(b) State the purpose of fitting a bilge injection sysfem on board a ship. (2)

(c) ldentify the location on board a ship of a bilge injection system. (1)

In ^ rdar nf nrofaral6s, identify TWO types of portable fire extinguisher that6 " ' , - ' : - ' - 'may De

used to f ight a f ire in the fol lowing shipboard areas:

(a) the gal ley Q)(b) an accommodation space (2)(c) the machinery space control room (2)(d ) the main electrical switchboard (2)

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7 (a) List the THREE types of "Notice" issued by the Maritime and CoastguardAgency(MCA) to disseminate information to shipowners and seafarers.(b) Define the relevance and importance of each of the 'rVoflces" in a).(5)

SECTION C

1 The water level in the engine room bi lge is r ising faster than can be containedh r r + h o h i l a a n r r r n n

(a) Describe the immediate actron that the Engineer Off icer of the watch shouldtake.

(b) What features are provided in the engine room pumping systems to deal withthe (3)

situation outl ined in a).

2 Describe the condlt ions that must be satisf ied before paral lel ing an a.c. generatorwith the main electr ical switchboard. For each condit ion described explain how itis achieved.

3 With reference to the testing and maintenance of large electric motors:

(a) State the minimum satisfactory value of insulation resistance. (1)(b) State the instrument and the voltage to be used for the insulation resistance Q)

l-)afinp tho ronrrlar 62j1{glanCe that iS neCeSSary fOr gOOd eleCtriC mOtOr( c ) " : l ' l : , : ' * ' e Y q ' q " " q " ' ' L v " e " v v v r r u ' ' ( 5 )opera on.

4 With reference to the disposal of bilge water from the machinery spaces:

Explain when i t is NOT permissible to discharge the bi lge water overboa'"t( a ) , r \ . / , p v , , , , , r . , v , s ( v q , o v , , q , v v ( 4 )even vtaan oily water separator.

(b) State the maximum permissible oil content of the overboard discharge. (1)(c) ldentify the documentaiion to be completed and state by whom, following e)

operation.

(3)

(5)

5 (a)

(b)

Make a sketch of a freeing-pott.Give reasons why the fitting of a freeing-ports assists in maintaining thestabi l i ty of a

sh ip

Describe the immediate action that should be taken in the event of discoveringo (a )

a Ttre

in the accommodation spaces. whilst at sea.

/h\ Brief ly describe the organisation of the TWO main emergency part ies onboard ashrp. For each party deflne who is in charge. the responsibi l i ty of each party

how the efforts of each party are co-ordinated.7 h\ Describe the purpose of EACH of the fol lowing publications issued by the

i r - , i + i h 6and Coastguard Agency/ i r a r A \ .

( i) Merchant Shipping Notices (MSNs)(i i ) Marine Guidance Notes (MGNs)(i l l ) Marine Information Notes (MlNs)Q+r+a har i+ ^ 'n be determined that such MCA publications have been(b) - ' " ' " " " : ' ' : ' " " "superseoeo orcancelled.

SECTION C

(2)(6)

(4)

(4)

2

3 (a)

(2\z

)

)

(8)

(8)

(4)

Describe EIGHT actions to be taken by the relieving Engineer Offlcer of

Watch before taking charge of the watch.

State FOUR advantages and FOUR disadvantages of plate type coolers.

Describe the FOUR classes of fire, indicating which fire fighting media

should be used to extinguish each.Explain how and where to find the location of a particular fire extinguisheron

board shio.

(b) (4)

a4 (a) List FIVE protective devices fitted to a main electrical switchboard. (5)

(b) Explain the term "Earth Fault", stat ing why i t is undesirable in electr ical (3)instal lat ions.

5Sketch a simple Main Engine jacket water system showing a single elementtemperature control.(8)

6 (a) State the regulat ions that make each ship responsible for the prevention of oi l (2)pol lut ion at sea and in port.

(b) Describe the principle of operation of shipboard equipment instal led to ensure(6)

that oi l or oi ly water is not discharged overboard.

7 Outl ine the function of EACH of the fol lowing:

(a) International Marit ime Organisation ( lMO):

(b) lnternational Safety Management Code (ISMC);

(c) Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS);

SECTION C

., Sketch a simple refrigeration system showing the FOUR majorc o m p o n e n I S ' | | | v 9 | q ! | v | | J y o ( v | | | J | | v ' ' | ' |

statrng the condition of the refrigerant between each component.., List EIGHT reasons why a bilge pump may not be able to remove'

water f rom 'o vv ' ' ' q v"ve vu ' ' ' i ' (8)

an engine room bi lge.

"

The steam heating coil in a heavy fuel oil service tank has a suspected" leak.

(a) Explain how the fault may be detected. (4)

(b) Outline a safe tank preparation and entry procedure to effect a repair. (4)

, With reference to the prevention of pol lut ion at sea regulat ions, explain- the

n r r r n . \ ca n f f ha f n l l r- , . , , - , - . , JWrng :

(a) Shipboard Oil Pol lut ion Emergency Plans (SOPEP)

(b) Oil Record Book

(5)

(3 )

5 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, a method of remotely monitoring the (8)

contents of a fuel oil tank.

Describe how the thrust of the propeller is transmitted to the hul l of the6 (a )S N I D

(b) Show with the aid of a sketch the principle of operation of a Michel l (5)thrust block.

7 (a) Briefly describe the free surface effect.(b) Explain why free surface effect is detrimental in Ro-Ro-ferries

SECTION C

1 (a) With reference to centrifugal separators, state TWO factors that have aninfluence on the separating process.

(b) Give TWO reasons for a purifier not attaining full running speed.

2. Describe the procedures to be observed when taking over the responsibility forthe engine room on a ship that is operating under Unmanned Machinery Spaceconditions.

3. Describe the procedure for running up and paralleling an alternator onto theswitchboard. (B)

4 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow (B)impart structural strength.

5 Describe, with the aid of a labelled sketch, a Bilge lniection System. (B)

6 (a) State the meaning of the term "Enclosed Space". (1 )

State THREE areas on board ship that would be designated as an(o | (3 )enctoseospace.

(c) Outl ine the procedure for entry into an enclosed space. (4)

SECTION C

'1 Sketch a cross-section through a plate type heat exchanger. showing the f lowpath of (8) both f luids and a plate showing the constructional detai ls andjoint ing arrangement.

2 (a) As Engineer Officer of the Watch explain the safety issues to be considered (6)large quantities of fuel oil are transferred from the double bottoms to storageat a higher level in the ship.

(1)(b) State who should be informed before commencement of the fuel oil transfer

Q2(a)(1)

(c) State the document to be used after the transfer of fuel oil in Q2(a).

3 (a) State the TWO types of secondary cell batteries.

(b) State FOU R applications of secondary cell batteries onboard ship.

(c) Describe the maintenance that such batteries requtre.4 (a) State FOUR conditions to be complied with before the discharge of oily water

from (4) machinery spaces.(b) Describe the operation of an oily-water separator. (4)

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5 (a) State FOUR features which assist in the start ing l i feboat engines in coldcl imatic condit ions. (4)

(b) Briefly describe TWO devices that control the rate of fall of a lifeboat when (4)launched from standard davits.

6 (a) State FOUR safety devices f i t ted to an air compressor and give the reason forRtting (4)(b) Describe how the air condit ion required for good control air is achieved.

7 State the safety checks needed before using the following lifting gear. (4)(a) Wire strops (2)(b) Chain blocks (2)(c) Eye bolts (2)(d) Shackles (2)SECTION C

As the engineer off icer of the watch l ist EIGHT reasons for call ing the Chief EngineerOfflcer. (B)

2 (a) List FIVE protective devices fitted to a main electrical switchboard,

(b) Explain the term "Earth Fault", stating why it is undesirable in electricalinstallations. (5)

3 (a) Sketch an oily-water separator system suitable for oil discharges of less (B)15 ppm.

A ta\ Describe the FOUR classes of fire, indicating which fire fighting media4 ( a ) ( 4 )snouto

be used to extinguish each,

(b) As engineer officer of the watch, list the actions to be taken prior to theoperaron @)of a bottled CO2fire fighting system.

t5 (a) Describe the operation of a domestic refrigeration plant.

(b) State how liquld is prevented from returning to the compressor.

6 (a) State the meaning of the term "Enclosed Space".

State THREE areas on board a ship t hat would be designated as an(b ) - ; : , - - - (3 )enctoseo space.

(c) Outl ine the procedure for the entry into an enclosed space. (4)

, Describe, with the aid of a sketch a method of remotely monitoring the (S)contents r'

of a fuel oi l tank.

SECTION C

Candidates MUST attempt ALL questions in this Section This Section

contains SEVEN questions

'1 . As the engineer off icer of the watch l ist EIGHT reasons for cal l ing the Chief

F nn inao r O f f i no r /R \

2 (a) List FIVE protective devices fitted to a main electrical switchboard. (5)

(b) Explain the term "Earth Fault", stat ing why i t is undesirable in electr icalinstal lat ions. (3)

3 (a) Sketch an oily-water separator system suitable for oil discharges of less (8)15 ppm.

a ta\ Describe the FOUR classes of fire, indicating which fire fighting mediashou ld

" ' | v " : r " r " i l r " ' v v ' e (4 )

be used to extinguish each.

(6)

(2)

(1 )

(b) As engineer officer of the watch, list the actions to be taken prior to theopera.on G\

of a bottled C02 fire fighting system.

5 (a) Describe the operation of a domestic refrigeration plant.

(b) State how l iquid is prevented from returning to the compressor.


State THREE areas on board a ship that would be designated as an(b) - ' : ; - , ' - - - (3 )encloseo soace

(c) Outl ine the procedure for the entry into an enclosed space (4)

, Describe, with the aid of a sketch a method of remotely monitoring the (8)contents


SECTIONCPAPER 9817

GENERAL ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE

1 As the engineer off icer of the watch l ist EIGHT reasons for call ing the ChiefFnn ineo r O f f i na r /R \

2 (a) List FIVE protective devices fitted to a main electrical switchboard. (5)(b) Explain the term "Earth Fault", stating why it is undesirable in electricalinstallations. (3)

3 (a) Sketch an oily-water separator system suitable for oil discharges of less than (8)15 ppm.

A t^\ Describe the FOUR classes of fire, indicating which fire fighting media4 (a) ,h"rrJ (4)

be used to extinouish each.

(6)

(2)

(1 )

As enqineer offlcer of the watch, list the actions to be taken prior to the(D) ; ' (4 )oDeraltonof a bottled C02 fire fighting system.

5 (a) Describe the operation of a domestic refrigeration plant.

(b) State how liquid is prevented from returning to the compressor.

6 (a) State the meanrng of the term "Enclosed Space".

(b) State THREE areas on board a ship that would be designated as an (3)enctoseo soace.

(c) Outl ine the procedure for the entry into an enclosed space (4)

, Describe, with the aid of a sketch a method of remotely monitoring theconrenrs

v ' ' v ' ' ' v \v ' ' (B)


sEcTtoN c1. Describe the procedure for taking over an engine room watch.(8)

2. (a) State the principle of operation of the ships oil purifiers.(1)

(b) Describe the separation process, making reference to the internalstructure of the machine in Ql(a). (4)

(c) Describe the preparation required if a purifier set up for Heavy fuel oils isto be used temporarily as a diesel oil separator. (3)

(6)

(2)

(1)

3. Describe how to:-

(a) Manually couple a second auxil iary generator to the maanswitchboard and balance out the load. (B)

4. (a) State the regulat ions that make each ship responsible for theprevention of oi l pol lut ion at sea and in port. (2)

(b) Describe the operation of shipboard equipment instal led to ensure that oi lor oi ly water is not discharged overboard. (67

5 (a) Name the International Convention that regulates the prevention of oi l pol lut ionat sea. (2)

(b) Describe how oily water from machinery space bilges, when pumpedoverboard, complies with the convention mentioned in Q5(a). (5)

(c) Where are these discharges overboard, mentioned in Q5(b), recorded onboard?

6 When a ship sai ls from a port with ful l bunkers onboard. the engineeringdepartment wil l usual ly be asked to init ial ly use the fuel in the wing tanks(8)

Discuss the stability implications of the statement above as opposed tonit ial ly using the fuel in the double bottom tanks.

7Explain the actions that the Engineer Officer of the Watch should take on discoveringthe lagging on the main engine exhaust, within the funnel spaces, was on f ire. (8)

(1 )

SECTION C PAPER 9819

1 The water level in the engine room bi lge is r ising faster than can be contained bythe bi lge pump.

(a) Describe the action that should be taken.

(b) What features are provided in the engine room pumping systems to deal with thesituation outl ined above. (3)

2 (a) Describe how you would overhaul an electr ic motor that has been f looded withsea water.

(b) Explain how to check the insulat ion resistance of the motor stat ing the minimumr nnan tah la r r r l r r a

3 A large diesel a.c. generator currently in service is due for a routine overhaul. Asengineer Officer of the Watch, explain the precautions to be taken.

4 (a) When taking the ac. generator off electr ical load;

(b) When isolat ing the machine in order that work may, be carr ied out.

With reference to the pre-sailing tests on a ship's steering gear, list EIGHT functionsof machinery or control systems whose operation should be tested

5 Sketch a cross-section of a horizontally mounted two pass heat exchanger usedfor lubricating oil and show the flow path of the two fluids .

6 (a) Describe the immediate action that should be taken in the event of discoveringa f ire (5) in the accommodation spaces, whilst at sea.

(b) Briefly describe the organisation of the TWO main emergency parties on board aship. For each party define who is in charge, the responsibility of each party and howthe efforts of each partv are co-ordinated.

(s)

7 (a) Describe the purpose of EACH of the following publications issued by theMarit ime and Coastguard Agency (MCA):

( i )( i i )( i i i )

Merchant Shipping Notices (MSNs) (2)Marine Guidance Notes (MGNs) (2)Marine Information Notes (MlNs) (2)

(b) State how it can be determined that such MCA publications have beensuperseded or cancel led.


'1 Sketch an Aerobic Sewage Treatment Plant. (B)2 (a) State FOUR actions the Engineer Off icer of the Watch would take ondiscovering a (4) small oi l f i re in the engine room bi lge.

(b) State FOUR good watchkeeping practices that can help prevent the f irementioned in Q2(a) from occurring.

3 With reference to the testrnq and maintenance of larqe electric motors:

(a) State the minimum satisfactory value of insulation resistance. (1)

(b) State the instrument and the voltage to be used for the insulation resistance test

(c) Define the regular maintenance that is necessary for good electric motoroperation.

4 (a) Outl ine the information which should be entered in the Oil Record Book. (4)(b) Outline the conditions which must be complied with for the discharge of oily waterfrom machinery spaces. (4)

5 (a) Describe the method of checking and donning a Compressed Air BreathingApparatus (CABA) set. (7)

(b) What means of control is used to monitor the working duration of theCompressed Air Breathing Apparatus crew? (1)

(2)

(5)

6 Define and explain the function of the fol lowing:

(a) Transverse watertight bulkhead (b)Bi lge keel(c) Shear strake(d) Cofferdam

7 With reference to centrifugal pumps:

(a) State why the pump should be started with the discharge valve closed.

(b) State FOUR possible reasons for the pump fai l ing to suck from a doublebottom tank.

(2) (2) (2) (2)

SECTION C PAPERCandidates MUST attempt ALL questions in this Section ThisSection contains SEVEN questions

State EIGHT actions the Engineer Officer of the watch would take on discoveringunexpected high level bi lge in both port and starboard bilge wells. (8)2 (a) List TWO safety devices on an air compressor and state why each is fitted. (4)

(b) Describe how you would operate an air compressor manually in the event offai lure of the automatic unloading gear.

3 With reference to electrical motors:

(a) List FOUR maintenance criteria necessary for good operation.

(b) State the consequences of not carrying out the maintenance identified inQ3(a).4 (a) Describe what is meant by the term "cofferdam". (2)

(4)

(4)

(b) Explain the procedure for entry into an enclosed space prior to an inspection.(6)

SECTION C PAPER

1 The water ievel ln the engine room bi lge is r ising faster than can be containedh v + h o h i l n o n r r r n n

(a) Describe the immediate action that the Engineer Off icer of the watch shouldtake.


situation outl ined in a).

2 Describe the condit ions that must be satisf ied before paral lel ing an a.c. generatorwith the main electr ical switchboard. For each condit ion described explain how itis achieved.

3 Wrth reference to the testing and maintenance of large electric motors:

(a) State the minimum satisfactory value of insulation resistance. (1)(b) State the instrument and the voltage to be used for the insulation resistance e\/.\ Define the regular maintenance that is necessary for good electric motor(u i " (5 )

ooeranon.

4 With reference to the disposal of bilge water from the machinery spaces:

/-\ Explain when it is NOT permissible to discharge the bilge water overboar"r{a , (4)even vtaan oily water separator.

(b) State the maximum permissible oil content of the overboard discharge. (1)(c) ldentify the documentation to be completed and state by whom, following e)

oDeralron.

(5)

5 (a) Make a sketch of a freeing-pon. \ z)

/h\ Give reasons why the fitting of a freeing-poris assists in maintaining the (6\" ' / stabi l i ty of a )sh ip

Describe the immediate action that should be taken in the event of discovering (4b {a )a lrre )in the accommodation spaces, whilst at sea.

/h\ Brief ly describe the organisation of the TWO main emergency part ies on (4\v' ' board a )ship. For each party define who is in charge, the responsibi l i ty of each party^ ^ ,.t

how the efforts of each party are co-ordinatec.7 (a\ Describe the purpose of EACH of the fol lowing publications issued by the

t \ r 6 , ; + i h 6and Coastguard Agency/ ^ r a \ \ ,( i) Merchant Shipping Notices (MSNs) Q

,^( i i ) Marine Guidance Notes (MGNs) \z( i l l ) Marine Information Notes (MlNs) Q

/h\ State how it can be determined that such MCA publications have been (2\v, superseded or )cancel led.

1 The water level in the engine room bi lge is r ising faster than can be containedh r r l h e h i l n o n r r r n n

(a) Describe the immediate action that the Engineer Off icer of the watch shouldIAKE


srtuation outl ined in a).

2 Describe the conditions that must be satisfied before paralleling an a.c. generatorwith the main electr ical switchboard. For each condit ion described exolain how itis achieved.

3 Wrth reference to the testing and maintenance of large electric motors:

(5)

(a)(b)(c)

State the minimum satisfactory value of insulation resistance.State the instrument and the voltage to be used for the insulat ion resistance

Define the regular maintenance that is necessary for good electric motoroperation.

With reference to the disposal of bilge water from the machinery spaces.

Explain when i t is NOT permissible to discharge the bi lge water overboard,even vtaan oi ly water separator.State the maximum permissible oil content of the overboard discharge.ldentify the documentation to be completed and state by whom, following

ooeratron.

Make a sketch of a freeing-poft.Give reasons why the fitting of a freeing-ports assists in maintaining thestability of a

sh ip

Describe the immediate action that should be taken in the event of discoveringa fire

in the accommodation spaces, whilst at sea.

Briefly describe the organisation of the TWO main emergency parties onboard ashrp. For each party define who is in charge, the responsibi l i ty of each party

how the efforts of each party are co-ordinated.Describe the purpose of EACH of the following publications issued by the

and Coastguard Agency

(i) Merchant Shipping Notices (MSNs)(i i ) Marine Guidance Notes (MGNs)(i l l ) Marine Information Notes (MlNs)State how it can be determined that such MCA publications have beensuoerseded orcancelled.Describe EIGHT actions to be taken by the relieving Engineer Officer of

Watch before taking charge of the watch.

(1)(2)(5)

A

(4)(a)

5 (a)

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2 State FOUR advantages and FOUR disadvantages of plate type coolers. (8)

3 (a) Describe the FOUR classes of f ire, indicating which fire f ighting media (4)

should be used to extinguish each

(b) Explain how and where to f ind the location of a particular f ire extinguishet (a)on

board ship.

4 (a) List FIVE protective devices fitted to a main electrical switchboard. (5)

(b) Explain the term "Earth Fault", stating why it is undesirable in electrical (3)installations.

5Sketch a simple Main Engine jacket water system showing a single elementtemperature control.(B)6 (a) State the regulations that make each ship responsible for the prevention of oi l (2)

pollution at sea and in port.

(b) Describe the principle of operation of shipboard equipment installed to ensure(6)

that oil or oily water is not discharged overboard.

7 Outl ine the function of EACH of the following:

(a) International Marit ime Organisation (lMO);

(b) International Safety Management Code (ISMC),

(c) Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS);

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.,, Sketch a simple refrigeration system showing the FOUR major 1R)comoonents

stating the condition of the refrigerant between each component.

, List EIGHT reasons why a bi lge pump may not be able to removewarer rrom

(B)

an engine room bi lge.

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The steam heating coi l in a heavy fuel oi l service tank has a suspectedteaK.

(a) Explain how the fault may be detected.

(b) Outline a safe tank preparation and entry procedure to effect a repair. (4)

4 With reference to the prevention of pollution at sea regulations, explain' thepurpose of the following:

(4)

(a) Shipboard Oil Pol lut ion Emergency Plans (SOPEP)

(b) Oil Record Book

(5)

(s)5 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, a method of remotely monitoring the (8)

contents of a fuel oil tank.

nocnriha hnr,v rho +hrust of the propeller is transmitted to the hull of the6 (ar : : - ' - - (3 )sn lp/h\ Show with the aid of a sketch the principle of operation of a Michel l /6\\v ' thrust block \v,

7 (a) Briefly describe the free surface effect.

(b) Explain why free surface effect is detrimental in Ro-Ro-fenies.

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(b) Give TWO reasons for a purifier not attaining full running speed.

2. Descrlbe the procedures to be observed when taking over the responsibil i tyfor the engine room on a ship that is operating under Unmanned MachinerySpace condit ions.

3. Describe the procedure for running up and parallel ing an alternator onto theswitchboard. (B)4 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow (8)


5 Describe, with the aid of a labelled sketch, a Bilge lnjection Sysfem. (B)


/h\ State THREE areas on board ship that would be designated as anenclosed (3)

space.



1 Sketch a cross-section through a plate type heat exchanger, showing the flowpath of (8) both fluids and a plate showing the constructional details and jointingarranoement.

2 (a) As Engineer Officer of the Watch explain the safety issues to be considered (6)large quantities of fuel oil are transferred from the double bottoms to storage

(1 )

at a higher level in the ship.

(b) State who should be informed before commencement of the fuel oil transfera2(a).

(c) State the document to be used after the transfer offuel oil in Q2(a).3 (a) State the TWO types of secondary cell batteries.

(b) State FOUR applications of secondary cell batteries onboard ship.

(c) Describe the maintenance that such batteries require.4 (a) State FOUR conditions to be complied with before the discharge of oily water

from (4) machinery spaces.(b) Describe the operation of an oily-water separator. (4)

5 (a) State FOUR features which assist in the starting lifeboat engines in coldclimatic

condit ions.

(b) Briefly describe TWO devices that control the rate of fall of a lifeboat when (4)launched from standard Cavits.

6 (a) State FOUR safety devices fitted to an air compressor and give the reason forfitting. (4)

(b) Describe how the air condition required for good control air is achieved.

7 State the safety checks needed before usrng the following lifting gear: (4)(a) Wire strops (2)(b) Chain blocks (2)(c) Eye bolts (2)(d) Shackles (2)

(1)

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(4)

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(b) Give TWO reasons for a purif ier not attaining full running speed.

2. Describe the procedures to be observed when taking over the responsibil i tyfor the engine room on a ship that is operating under Unmanned MachinerySpace condit ions.

3. Describe the procedure for running up and parallel ing an alternator onto theswitchboard. (8)

4 Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow (8)impart structural strength.

5 Describe, with the aid of a labelled sketch, a Bilge lnjection System. (8)


rh\ State THREE areas on board ship that would be designated as anenclosed (3)

space.



1 Sketch a cross-section through a plate type heat exchanger, showing the flowpath of (8) both fluids and a plate showing the constructional details and jointingarranqement.

2 (a) As Engineer Officer of the Watch explain the safety issues to be considered (6)large quantities of fuel oil are transferred from the double bottoms to storage

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