REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. |
1 | National and international regulations, including AMSA Marine Orders applicable to the operation of electrical and electronic control equipment on vessels of unlimited propulsion power |
2 | Relevant OH&S legislation, policies and procedures |
3 | Procedures for the operation of marine electrical and electronic equipment, systems and equipment |
4 | Typical operational characteristics and performance specifications for the different types of shipboard electrical and electronic equipment usually found on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power |
5 | The nature and causes of typical shipboard electrical and electronic equipment operational problems and the appropriate preventative and remedial action to be taken in each case |
6 | A basic understanding of the power distribution and power generation systems typically used on board a vessel of unlimited propulsion power and their associated operational electrical and electronic equipment |
7 | Characteristics and application of shipboard electrical machines, including: |
| a | AC and DC motors |
| b | AC generators, including requirements for the parallel operation and the process of synchronisation |
| c | three phase induction motors, including the various starting methods |
| d | three phase motors |
| e | three phase synchronous motors |
| f | three phase alternators operating singly and in parallel |
| g | three phase transformers |
8 | Safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation of shipboard electrical power distribution systems and electrical and electronic equipment |
9 | Types of operations records that must be maintained on a vessel to meet the requirements of the company, survey requirements and regulatory authorities |
10 | Principles and procedures for electrical and electronic measurement, including the use of oscilloscopes and multimeters and insulation resistance measurement using a Megger |
11 | Procedures for taking electrical and electronic equipment performance readings and instrumentation |
12 | Purpose and content of Material Safety Data Sheets |
13 | Typical vessel and electrical and electronic equipment specifications, equipment drawings, operational manuals, and electrical and control circuit diagrams |
14 | Concepts of unmanned machinery spaces (UMS) and automated monitoring and control of machinery |
15 | Basic principles of electrotechnology, marine electrical practice and marine automation and control relevant to detection, identification and repair of faults, including: |
| a | electromagnetism and electrostatics |
| b | electrolytic action and cells |
| c | the electric circuit |
| d | AC and DC theory and electrical and electronic equipment |
| e | cabling, distribution and lighting systems |
| f | control and switch gear |
| g | deck electrical and electronic equipment |
| h | basic principles of electronics, integrated circuits and microprocessors |
| i | basic principles of electronic control, surveillance, measurement and recording systems |
| j | process control principles |
| k | instruments, calibration and testing |
| l | telemetering devices |
| m | alarm systems |
| n | main and auxiliary electrical and related electronic control equipment |
| o | fire and emergency alarm systems |
16 | Common active devices and their application in power electronic and electronic circuits typically used on vessels of unlimited propulsion power, including: |
| a | ability to identify the devices and their circuit symbols |
| b | operating characteristics of common active devices |
| c | applications of common active devices |
17 | Common integrated circuit devices and their application in shipboard electronic instrumentation and power supply circuits, including: |
| a | operational amplifiers |
| b | voltage regulators |
| c | multivibrators |
18 | Maritime communication techniques needed when operating electrical power distribution systems and electrical and electronic equipment |
19 | Safe procedures for the use of hand and power tools and instrumentation |
REQUIRED SKILLS |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. |
1 | Communicate effectively with other personnel when operating alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
2 | Communicate with multilingual crew where applicable using established techniques |
3 | Interpret and follow procedures for the operation of alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
4 | Read and interpret equipment performance readings and instrumentation |
5 | Interpret and follow all safety management procedures and precautions when operating alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
6 | Read and interpret material safety data sheets |
7 | Read and interpret vessel and machinery specifications, machinery design drawings, machine drawings, operational manuals, specifications and electrical and control circuit diagrams |
8 | Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel when operating alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
9 | Identify problems that can occur during the operation of alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
10 | Carry out calculations required when operating alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |
11 | Adapt to differing types of systems and associated equipment from one vessel to another and when equipment and systems are changed |
12 | Take appropriate precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment |
13 | Select and use tools and equipment required when operating alternators, generators and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power |