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

MARC026 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARC026 - Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to remotely operate shipboard plant, propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery and equipment according to technical specifications and within safe operating limits at all times.This unit applies to individuals working in the maritime industry as a Master on vessels up to 3000 gross tonnes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations, current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations, current at the time of assessment.

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.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations or an industry-approved marine operations site where the remote operation of propulsion plant and engineering systems can be demonstrated.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

an Australian or international commercial vessel of 500 gross tonnage or more or an integrated vessel simulator, meeting the requirements of Section A I/12 of the IMO STCW

company procedures for the remote control of propulsion plant and other engineering systems

ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

MARPOL Convention on waste management and control systems

relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

relevant international, commonwealth, state/territory WHS/OHS legislation

tools, plant and equipment required to remotely operate propulsion plant and engineering systems.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field C – Equipment operation
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: Operate remote controls
  • Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures
  • Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators
  • Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits
  • Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions
  • Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel
       
Element: Coordinate deck and engine room resources
  • Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation
  • Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery
  • Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage
       
Element: Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls
  • Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency
  • Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations
       


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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Operate remote controls

1.1

Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.2

Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures

1.3

Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators

1.4

Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits

1.5

Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions

1.6

Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel

2

Coordinate deck and engine room resources

2.1

Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation

2.2

Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery

2.3

Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage

3

Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls

3.1

Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency

3.2

Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations

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

adapting to differences in vessels, propulsion plant, remote controls, engineering systems and related standard operating procedures

applying required safety and hazard control procedures when operating vessel remote controls

assessing operational capability and performance of propulsion and other engineering plant and auxiliary equipment

communicating effectively and working collaboratively with other personnel when operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

identifying and evaluating problems that can occur when operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

identifying and implementing improvements to engineering control procedures

interpreting and following standard operating procedures for operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

interpreting equipment performance readings and instrumentation

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

monitoring and evaluating performance of vessel propulsion plant, other engineering systems, and auxiliary machinery and equipment using remote performance indicators

selecting and using equipment required for operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls safely:

in normal and emergency situations

in normal and adverse weather conditions

in berthing and unberthing operations

when anchoring or mooring.

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

auxiliary systems and controls:

air starting

ballast water

bilge

cooling water

fuel

lubrication

waste management and pollution control systems

basic principles of operation and functions of various systems and controls, including:

pumps and pumping systems

various shipboard emergency systems

hydraulic systems and controls

bridge located engine controls

various auxiliary systems and controls such as cooling water, fuel system, air starting, lubrication system, ballast water and bilge system

bridge communications techniques, including issuing of engine room orders

dangers associated with shipboard electrical plants and related hazard prevention strategies

documentation and records such as:

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Marine Orders

company procedures for the remote control of propulsion plant and other engineering systems

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

International Maritime Organization (IMO) Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code

International Safety Management (ISM) Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

operational orders

plant and equipment manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

relevant Australian and international standards

vessel log

methods for remotely controlling the operation of shipboard propulsion plant and other engineering systems, including auxiliary machinery and equipment

procedures for monitoring and evaluating the performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment

procedures and precautions for bunkering operations

procedures for coordinating deck and engineering resources

propulsion plant configurations:

controllable pitch propellers (CPP)

direct drive shaft

electric diesel

reduction gear

steam

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

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

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

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

requirements for waste management and control systems under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Convention)

typical characteristics of propulsion machinery and control systems for vessels of 500 gross tonnage or more, including operational limits, fuel consumption/speed relationships, stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts, speeds and loading

typical problems with the remote control of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment, and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

vessel safety management system and procedures.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Operate remote controls

1.1

Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.2

Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures

1.3

Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators

1.4

Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits

1.5

Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions

1.6

Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel

2

Coordinate deck and engine room resources

2.1

Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation

2.2

Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery

2.3

Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage

3

Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls

3.1

Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency

3.2

Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations

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

Propulsion plant and engineering systems include one or more of the following:

auxiliary systems and controls

bridge controls and UMS (unmanned machinery spaces) systems

electrical systems and controls

engineering plant performance indicators

hydraulic systems and controls

indicators of speed and fuel consumption

propulsion systems and controls

pumps and pumping systems

steering gear

Emergencies include one or more of the following:

fire or explosion in engine room

flooding of engine room

loss of electrical power

loss of propulsion

loss of steering

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
Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions 
Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures 
Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators 
Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits 
Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions 
Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel 
Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation 
Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery 
Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage 
Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency 
Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations 

Forms

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