Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MARC011 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARC011 - Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services according to technical specifications and safe operating limits.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry on a range of vessels up to 80 metres.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field C – Equipment Operations
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for operation
  • Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
  • Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are calibrated or set up correctly
  • Faults or malfunctions are identified and reported according to organisational procedures
  • Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the work area are identified and risk is assessed and reported according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Operate propulsion unit, engine systems and support services
  • Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures
  • Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and used according to organisational procedures
  • Controls of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are operated in a safe and controlled manner
  • Performance and efficiency of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services operations is monitored
  • Safe operational practices are used to anticipate and control hazards
  • Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operation of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel
  • Procedures to be undertaken in the event of emergencies are recognised and implemented
       
Element: Complete operations and check propulsion unit, engine systems and support services
  • Shut-down procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
  • Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are reported according to organisational procedures
  • Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are cleaned and secured according to organisational procedures
  • Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for operation

1.1

Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

1.2

Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are calibrated or set up correctly

1.3

Faults or malfunctions are identified and reported according to organisational procedures

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the work area are identified and risk is assessed and reported according to organisational procedures

2

Operate propulsion unit, engine systems and support services

2.1

Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures

2.2

Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and used according to organisational procedures

2.3

Controls of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are operated in a safe and controlled manner

2.4

Performance and efficiency of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services operations is monitored

2.5

Safe operational practices are used to anticipate and control hazards

2.6

Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operation of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel

2.7

Procedures to be undertaken in the event of emergencies are recognised and implemented

3

Complete operations and check propulsion unit, engine systems and support services

3.1

Shut-down procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

3.2

Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are reported according to organisational procedures

3.3

Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are cleaned and secured according to organisational procedures

3.4

Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

carrying out necessary calculations associated with managing propulsion unit

communicating effectively with other personnel

keeping records of monitoring and operation of safety and fire detection/suppression equipment, and any required remedial action

maintaining records of operation and maintenance of propulsion unit, ancillary power units, equipment and any related safety incidents

monitoring and evaluating performance of propulsion unit, ancillary power units and equipment

reading and interpreting:

manufacturer instructions for operation of propulsion systems and auxiliary systems

maritime regulations, rules and instructions

recognising problems that may occur with remote control of propulsion unit, ancillary power units and equipment, and taking appropriate preventative and remedial action

recognising when performance of propulsion unit or ancillary power units and equipment is unsatisfactory or outside specified limits and taking appropriate action

working collaboratively with other shipboard personnel and passengers during vessel operations.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

characteristics of propulsion units, ancillary power units and equipment including operational limits, vessel stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts, speeds and conditions of loading

dangers associated with operation of shipboard ancillary power units and related hazard prevention strategies

marine engineering terms

methods for controlling and managing operation of shipboard propulsion units, ancillary power units and equipment

principles of operation and control of various shipboard emergency systems

problems associated with remote control of propulsion unit, ancillary power units and equipment and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

procedures for monitoring and evaluating performance of propulsion unit, ancillary power units and equipment

relevant sections of state and territory maritime regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code

relationship between vessel speed and fuel consumption, including meaning of economical revolutions per minute (RPM) and its application

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and policies

requirements for waste management and control systems under the MARPOL Convention

Sequence of required action when power unit becomes overloaded.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for operation

1.1

Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

1.2

Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are calibrated or set up correctly

1.3

Faults or malfunctions are identified and reported according to organisational procedures

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the work area are identified and risk is assessed and reported according to organisational procedures

2

Operate propulsion unit, engine systems and support services

2.1

Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures

2.2

Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and used according to organisational procedures

2.3

Controls of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are operated in a safe and controlled manner

2.4

Performance and efficiency of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services operations is monitored

2.5

Safe operational practices are used to anticipate and control hazards

2.6

Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operation of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel

2.7

Procedures to be undertaken in the event of emergencies are recognised and implemented

3

Complete operations and check propulsion unit, engine systems and support services

3.1

Shut-down procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

3.2

Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are reported according to organisational procedures

3.3

Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are cleaned and secured according to organisational procedures

3.4

Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Propulsion unit and engine systems must include:

ancillary systems and controls

bow and stern thrusters units

controllable pitch propellers (CPP)

diesel engines

engine systems and controls

gearing systems

hydraulic systems and controls

performance indicators

power generating units and controls

propeller shafting arrangements

pumps and pumping systems

safety alarm systems

speed and fuel consumption indicators

steering gear

Support services include one or more of the following:

air conditioning systems

air starting systems

bilge systems

cooling water systems

fire detection and suppression systems

fuel pumps, lines and tanks

lubrication systems

refrigeration systems

steering gear systems

waste management and pollution control systems

water pumping systems

Emergencies must include:

fire or explosion

flooding

loss of:

propulsion

electrical power

steering

Operational records must include:

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

log books

operational orders from the organisation’s safety management system

plant and equipment manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

relevant sections of state and territory maritime regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NCSV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code related to operation of propulsion plants and ancillary equipment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures 
Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are calibrated or set up correctly 
Faults or malfunctions are identified and reported according to organisational procedures 
Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the work area are identified and risk is assessed and reported according to organisational procedures 
Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures 
Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and used according to organisational procedures 
Controls of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are operated in a safe and controlled manner 
Performance and efficiency of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services operations is monitored 
Safe operational practices are used to anticipate and control hazards 
Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operation of propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel 
Procedures to be undertaken in the event of emergencies are recognised and implemented 
Shut-down procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures 
Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are reported according to organisational procedures 
Propulsion unit, engine systems and support services are cleaned and secured according to organisational procedures 
Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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