Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Determine responsibilities of an Engineer Class 2 in relation to auxiliary machinery of a vessel | 1.1 | Commonwealth, state/territory and local legislation and regulations, which relate to auxiliary machines and systems in terms of safety, repairs and pollution, including implementation, is identified |
1.2 | Safe operating practices for all steam plant are examined and standing orders as to their operation are prepared or modified |
1.3 | Procedures for establishing engine room staff who are fully conversant with safe practices for operation and maintenance of auxiliary machines and systems are outlined |
2 | Assess material properties and their application to engine room situations | 2.1 | Properties of materials and how these can be determined by simple tests are explained |
2.2 | Common methods for non-destructive testing (NDT) and their application to auxiliary machinery and components are outlined |
2.3 | Common non-metallic materials used in the marine industry are assessed and their properties, applications and restrictions on usage are explained |
2.4 | Common metallic materials used in marine industry, their applications, failure mechanisms and methods to limit or reduce failures are assessed |
3 | Outline procedure for sampling and carrying out onboard and laboratory tests on fuel and lubricants | 3.1 | Importance and implications of continual monitoring of quality of fuel oils and lubricants in efficient operation of machinery are explained |
3.2 | Procedures for onboard testing for fuels and lubricants are clarified |
3.3 | Laboratory tests that may be conducted on fuels and lubricants and how results can be interpreted and utilised as part of a maintenance program are detailed |
4 | Explain pre-treatment of residual fuel and servicing of contaminated fuel and lubricants | 4.1 | Operation of centrifugal separators is outlined and factors that affect optimum separation are analysed |
4.2 | Procedures for dealing with contamination of oils by water, fuel or solid debris including recognition of dangerous levels and possible consequences, are clarified |
4.3 | Symptoms, causes, effects and methods of treatment of oils that have become infected by bacteria are identified |
4.4 | Function and operation for onboard fuel blender and alternative fuel treatments are explained |
5 | Assess operational problems with pumps and pumping systems handling sea water | 5.1 | Procedure for evaluating pump or pumping system, including heat exchangers and methods of locating cause of problems that affect output and performance, is clarified |
5.2 | Operation of a self-priming system used on bilge, ballast or cargo pumping arrangements is explained |
5.3 | Different types of distillation plants used on ships are compared and contrasted taking into account operation, performance, problems and applications |
5.4 | Main reasons for corrosion in sea water systems and regions most affected are explained |
5.5 | Operation of corrosion prevention systems fitted to pumping systems is assessed |
6 | Apply fault-finding procedures for air compressors and compressed air systems | 6.1 | Effects of common faults on operation of single and multi- stage compressors are interpreted |
6.2 | Reasons for and effects of high levels of oil or water in compressed air are explained |
6.3 | Effects of operating air compressors on synthetic lubricating oils are explained with regards to carbon formation and water contamination of the oil |
6.4 | Procedures for inspecting and maintaining air receivers and associated fittings are clarified |
7 | Outline construction, installation and operation of steering gears, stabilisers and bow thrusters | 7.1 | Construction, installation and operation of hydraulic steering gear is explained |
7.2 | Construction and operation of stabilisers is explained |
7.3 | Construction and operation of bow thrusters is explained |
7.4 | Normal alarms and safety devices fitted to steering gears for all classes of vessel are identified |
7.5 | Auto and manual changeover procedures are analysed in the event of faults occurring in a steering gear |
7.6 | Oil changing and air purging procedures for a steering gear are clarified |
7.7 | Fault finding procedures for steering gear are clarified |
7.8 | Procedures for change over to alternative systems of power or control of steering gear are clarified |
8 | Assess common faults in refrigeration and air conditioning systems | 8.1 | Symptoms, effects and remedial action for common faults in refrigeration and air conditioning systems are assessed |
8.2 | Pumping down, leak test, gas charge and oil charge procedures are clarified |
8.3 | Functions and operation of all components of refrigeration and air conditioning plant are analysed |
8.4 | Correct procedures for recovery of refrigerants from refrigeration systems are implemented |
9 | Outline pollution prevention regulations and operation of equipment | 9.1 | International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) regulations are identified and their implications for marine engineers and ship operators are explained |
9.2 | Operation of modern oily water separators, oil content monitors and how they comply with MARPOL regulations are explained |
9.3 | Operation of typical sewage plants and regulations controlling their usage are explained |
9.4 | Operation of incinerators, material that may legally be burned and monitoring devices is explained |
10 | Explain basic operation of marine gas turbines | 10.1 | Basic flow of air and gas through a simple cycle marine gas turbine is outlined |
10.2 | Materials and construction of compressor, combustion system and turbine in a single and two-shaft design turbine are outlined |
10.3 | Basic controls required for control and protection of plant are outlined |
10.4 | Accessories necessary for safe operation are identified |
11 | Explain shafting arrangement of vessel | 11.1 | Different shafting arrangements found on vessels from main engine to propeller are outlined |
11.2 | Performance of different couplings and coupling bolts is assessed |
11.3 | Arrangement of a stern tube is completed |
11.4 | Procedure to mount and unmount propeller on tail shaft is clarified |
11.5 | Different shaft bearings, couplings, sealing and lubrication arrangements of transmission system are identified |
12 | Explain types, operation, and maintenance requirements of steam turbine machinery found in larger vessels | 12.1 | Types of steam turbines, their location, and typical operating conditions of temperature and pressure are explained |
12.2 | Common operational problems associated with steam turbine plants, symptoms and effects of these problems and possible remedies are outlined |
12.3 | Process of warming-through and shutting down turbine plant is explained |
12.4 | Maintenance requirements for achieving optimum performance of an auxiliary steam turbine plant are outlined |