REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the knowledge required for this unit.
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| National and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders applicable to the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems on vessels of unlimited propulsion power
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| Established engineering practice and procedures for the operation of shipboard pumping systems and associated control systems in warm through, manoeuvring, start up, normal running, emergency and shut down situations
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| Relevant safety, environmental and hazard control legislation, precautions and procedures relevant to the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Operational characteristics and performance specifications for the different types of marine pumping systems and associated control systems usually found on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power
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| Operating precautions for pumping systems and associated control systems to ensure operational performance is in compliance with the bridge orders, technical specifications, survey requirements and established safety and anti-pollution rules and regulations
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| The nature and causes of typical malfunctions and/or poor performance pumping systems and associated control systems and the available methods for their detection and rectification
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| Hazards and problems that can occur during the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions
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| Principles and functions of marine pumping systems, including
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| typical pumping arrangements on a vessel
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| b
| different types of marine pumps, filters, purifiers, clarifiers and heat exchangers and their applications
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| c
| different types and locations of valves and safety fittings
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| Elementary knowledge of marine control systems, including
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| common sensors and their associated transmitters
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| b
| temperature and pressure control systems used on board vessel
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| c
| typical level control systems used on board vessel
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| Operational and performance evaluation records that must be maintained on a vessel to meet the requirements of the company, survey requirements and regulatory authorities
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| Maritime communication techniques needed during the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Procedures for the reading and interpretation of readings and indications of the performance of pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Typical vessel and machinery specifications, machinery design drawings, operational manuals, specifications and electrical and control circuit diagrams
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| Purpose and content of material safety data sheets
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REQUIRED SKILLS |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit.
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| Communicate effectively with other personnel when operating pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Communicate with multilingual crew where applicable using established techniques
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| Interpret and follow procedures for the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Read and interpret equipment performance readings and instrumentation
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| Interpret and follow all safety management procedures and precautions when operating pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Read and interpret material safety data sheets
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| Read and interpret vessel and machinery specifications, machinery design drawings, machine drawings, operational manuals, specifications and electrical and control circuit diagrams
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| Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel when operating pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Identify problems that can occur during the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Carry out calculations required when operating pumping systems and associated control systems
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| Adapt to differing types of pumping systems and associated control systems from one vessel to another and when equipment and systems are changed
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| Take appropriate precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment
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| Select and use tools and equipment required for the operation of pumping systems and associated control systems |