REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

National and international regulations IMO Conventions and Codes including AMSA Marine Orders applicable to the planning and scheduling of the operations of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

National and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders applicable to the planning and scheduling of the operations of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Relevant OHampS legislation policies and procedures

Established engineering practice for the planning and scheduling of the operations of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Established engineering practice for the planning and scheduling of the operations of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Engineering project scheduling and planning methods including the use of GANTT charts and CPMPERT network techniques

Operational characteristics and performance specifications for the types of engines propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery usually found on a vessel between kW and kW propulsion power

Operational characteristics and performance specifications for the types of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery usually found on a vessel between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Procedures for the planning and scheduling of the operation of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power ensure compliance with the operational instructions for the voyage bridge orders technical specifications survey requirements and established safety rules and regulations

Procedures for the planning and scheduling of the operation of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power ensure compliance with the operational instructions for the voyage, bridge orders, technical specifications, survey requirements and established safety rules and regulations

The nature and causes of typical potential malfunctions andor poor performance of engines propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery

Hazards and problems that can occur with power installations and auxiliary machinery during voyages of vessels between kW and kW propulsion power and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

Hazards and problems that can occur with power installations and auxiliary machinery during voyages of vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

Safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation of the power installations and auxiliary machinery on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Operational and performance evaluation records that must be maintained on a vessel to meet the requirements of the company survey requirements and regulatory authorities

Maritime communication techniques needed when planning and scheduling of the operation of the power installation and auxiliary machinery on a vessel between kW and kW propulsion power

Maritime communication techniques needed when planning and scheduling of the operation of the power installation and auxiliary machinery on a vessel between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Typical vessel and machinery specifications machinery design drawings machine drawings operational manuals specifications and electrical and control circuit diagrams

Purpose and content of material safety data sheets

Principles and operational characteristics of internal combustion engines including

a

two stroke and four stroke cycles

b

optimum combustion parameters and their control

c

diesel engine scavenging systems both in normal and emergency operation

d

atmospheric pollution caused by diesel engine combustion and ways in which it can be minimised

e

determination of shaft power

f

irregularities in the performance of machinery and plant

Methods of providing air for combustion

Theory and preventative strategies for scavenge and uptake fires and starting airline crankcase and gearbox explosions including

a

plans for hazard reduction

b

procedures for extinguishment of scavenge fires and dealing with crankcase mist detector alarm

c

regaining of control after starting airline crankcase and gearbox explosions

Basic principles of fuel systems including

a

typical injection pressures and viscosities for different grades of fuel

b

alterations to fuel pumps camshafts and injectors for varying fuel types

c

differences between constant and variable injection timing of fuel

d

injection requirements for different speeds of diesel engine

e

common service faults symptoms and causes of combustion problems and related solutions

f

fuel line pulsation damping devices and leakage protection

g

fuel valve cooling arrangements

h

unifuel and dual fuel systems

Basic principles of engine cooling and lubrication including

a

different methods of diesel engine cooling

b

need for treatment of engine cooling water

c

methods of treating engine cooling water

d

diesel engine lubrication requirements

e

methods of lubricating diesel engine components

f

theory and types of lubrication

g

relative characteristics and applications of mineral and synthetic oils

h

contaminants that may affect lubricants their effect on machinery performance and action that can be taken to avoid and remedy contamination of lubricants

i

common lubrication problems and their solution

Basic principles of marine control systems including

a

common sensors and their associated transmitters

b

analysis of control loops

c

temperature and pressure control systems used on board vessel

d

methods of loaddependent cooling of diesel alternators on heavy fuel oils

e

analysis of typical level control systems used on board vessel

f

operation and application of electronic PID controllers

Procedures for the testing of boiler water machinery cooling water and lubricating oil

Principles of operation of hydraulic and electronic overspeed governors

Basic principles and functions of machinery space monitoring and alarm systems including

a

central cooling and loaddependent cooling control systems

b

main engine control arrangements for fixed pitch and controllable pitch propeller systems requiring sequential control

c

alarm and monitoring systems involving data loggers alarm loggers and trend analysis

Basic principles of airconditioning and refrigeration systems including

a

principles of operation

b

performance indicators

c

characteristics hazards and handling requirements of CFCs and HCFCs

d

safety and environmental requirements associated with airconditioning and refrigeration systems

Basic principles of thermodynamics and heat and heat engines including

a

heat transfer including log mean temperature and circular pressure vessels

b

gases

c

gas cycles

d

properties and expansion of steam

e

steam cycles

f

boilers and evaporators

g

steam turbines

h

combustion with a specific understanding of volumetric analysis

i

refrigeration and airconditioning

Principles and operational characteristics of steam turbines gearing and associated equipment including

a

lubrication

b

gear configurations

c

thrust blocks

d

air ejectors

e

determination of shaft power

f

irregularities in the performance of machinery and plant

Basic principles and operational characteristics of boilers and associated equipment including

a

boiler water tests and treatment

b

corrosion

c

superheaters

d

deaerators

e

open and closed feed systems

f

uptake fires

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with other personnel when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Communicate effectively with other personnel when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Interpret and follow procedures for the planning and scheduling of operations on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Interpret and follow procedures for the planning and scheduling of operations on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Read and interpret equipment performance readings and instrumentation

Read and interpret material safety data sheets

Read and interpret vessel and machinery specifications machinery design drawings machine drawings operational manuals specifications and electrical and control circuit diagrams

Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Identify problems that can occur during the planning and scheduling operations on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Identify problems that can occur during the planning and scheduling operations on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

Carry out calculations required when planning and scheduling

Adapt to differing types of operational systems policies and procedures from one vessel to another and when equipment and systems are changed

Select and use any computing and other equipment and resources required when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between kW and kW propulsion power

Select and use any computing and other equipment and resources required when planning and scheduling operations on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

TDMMRB PLAN AND SCHEDULE OPERATIONS ON VESSELS OVER KW PROPULSION POWER

TDMMR1607B PLAN AND SCHEDULE OPERATIONS ON VESSELS OVER 750 KW PROPULSION POWER

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Plan and schedule the operations of vessels power installation and auxiliary machinery for the voyage of a vessel between kW and kW propulsion power

Plan and schedule the operations of vessel's power installation and auxiliary machinery for the voyage of a vessel between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

b

Comply with all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when planning the operations of vessels power installation and auxiliary machinery

c

Identify potential operational problems and hazards and develop appropriate contingency plans within the scope of responsibility of an Engineer Class

d

Document and disseminate operational plans and schedules

e

Ensure adherence to national and international regulations IMO Conventions and Codes

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

planning and scheduling the operation of the power installation and auxiliary machinery for the voyage of a vessel

complying with required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when planning the operation of a vessels power installation and auxiliary machinery

identifying typical potential operational problems and hazards and developing appropriate contingency plans

documenting and disseminating operational plans and schedules

identifying and implementing improvements to procedures for the planning and scheduling of the operations on a vessel

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

safety management system procedures and work instructions on the operation of a vessels power installation and auxiliary machinery

waste pollution and recycling management processes

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TDMMRB PLAN AND SCHEDULE OPERATIONS ON VESSELS OVER KW PROPULSION POWER

TDMMR1607B PLAN AND SCHEDULE OPERATIONS ON VESSELS OVER 750 KW PROPULSION POWER

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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d

Action is taken promptly to report andor address any problems that may arise when planning and scheduling operations on a vessel in accordance with statutory requirements company procedures and the ISM Code

e

Work is managed controlled and completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments exercises case studies and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to plan and schedule the operations on a vessel between kW and kW propulsion power andor

participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments, exercises, case studies and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to plan and schedule the operations on a vessel between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power; and/or

b

plan and schedule the operations of vessels power installation and auxiliary machinery on a commercial or training vessel between kW and kW propulsion power

plan and schedule the operations of vessel's power installation and auxiliary machinery on a commercial or training vessel between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

d.

Work requires:

1

a

Planning and scheduling of the operation of power installation and auxiliary machinery may be undertaken

1

VARIABLE

b

Operational scheduling and planning methods may include the use of:

1

GANTT charts

2

3

c

Propulsion plant configurations may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

d

Types of engines, propulsion equipment and related auxiliary machinery may include:

1

2

3

4

5

i

ii

iii

iv

v

vi

vii

viii

ix

x

xi

VARIABLE

d

Types of engines, propulsion equipment and related auxiliary machinery may include:

(continued)

xii

cargo pumps, tank washing machines and associated systems

xiii

xiv

xv

xvi

xvii

xviii

xix

e

Potential emergencies may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

f

Documentation/records may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

VARIABLE

g

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

1

sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders and class society rules related to the operation of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery on vessels between 750kW and 3,000kW propulsion power

2

3