COURSE MAPPINGRATINGS FORMING PART OF ENGINEERING WATCH
Function:MARINE ENGINEERING AT THE SUPPORT LEVEL
Competence

Understandorders and be
understood inmatters relevant
to watchkeeping
dutiesKnowledge,
Understanding andProficiency
1. Terms used inmachinery spaces
and names ofmachinery andequipment

Performance
OutcomeRelieve a watch
On a simulator orlaboratory, thetrainee relieves awatch.

Hand over watch
On a simulator orlaboratory, thetrainee hands over
the watch.

Performance Criteria

The trainee should:
1. report to duty at least 15
minutes before the time
2. determine from the outgoing watch: operational status of theplant unusual alarms or
conditions occurring
during previous watch
 standing orders
 maintenance performed
during previous watch
 on-going repairs affecting
plant operations; and outstanding safety
conditions

3. seek clarification from theout-going watch orengineer if information
was not clearly understood
The trainee should:
1. in preparation for relief,
ensure that all assigned
routine duties arecompleted before theconclusion of the watch
2. communicate thefollowing information to
the incoming watch: operational status of theplant

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Understandorders and be
understood inmatters relevant
to watchkeeping
duties (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria
 unusual alarms or
conditions occurring
during previous watch
 standing orders
 maintenance performed
during previous watch
 on-going repairs affecting
plant operations; and outstanding safety
conditions

Terms used inmachinery spaces andnames of machineryandequipment(continuation)

Pre-start checking ofdiesel engine
On a simulator orlaboratory, thetrainee assist in a
pre-start check of adiesel engine.

3. ensures that the watch
relief is fully aware of theoperational status of theplant
The trainee should:
1. check the general exteriorof the engine for debris,leaks, or unsafe conditions
2. check the lube oil level ofthe engine sump, governor
and any other ancillary
lube oil tanks such as
cylinder oil tank, rocker
lube tank, cam lube oiltank, as applicable.
3. Check the jacket water
expansion tank level andany other ancillary treatedfresh water expansion orcollecting tanks such as
injector cooling water tankand piston cooling watertank, as applicable
4. check fuel oil day tanklevel
5. check starting air receiverpressure, starting hydraulicTopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Understandorders and be
understood inmatters relevant
to watchkeeping
duties (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
OutcomeTerms used inmachinery spaces andnames of machineryandequipment(continuation)

Carry out a watch 2. Engine-roomwatchkeeping
routineprocedures
appropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-room
watch

Performance Criteria

accumulator pressure, or
starting battery charge
status, as applicable
6. drain air boxes, scavenging
air receiver, and start air
bottles, as appropriate
7. perform any manual prelubrication functions, as
required
8. open indicators cocks andstand by for engine
rollover and recloses
indicator cocks, asapplicable
9. check other associatedequipment fitted to thespecific vessel
10. take proper action toprevent safety andpollution violations.
Electrical generatingplant
On a simulator, or ina laboratory, thetrainee monitors theelectrical generating
plant.

The trainee shall:
1. check plant’s operational
status2. check diesel generator’s:
 rpm
 frequency
 output voltage
 output current
 kilowatt output
 kilovolt-amp reactive
output, or power factor
 bearing’s
temperatureandoil flow
 governor turbocharger,
and diesel engine sumplube-oil levels

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria
 physical condition of pipes,

Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures

tubing and hoses for wear
or leaks

3. observe the following:(continuation)

 diesel engine lube-oil andcooling water temperaturesand pressures diesel engine air intake andexhaust temperatures andpressures, including air
intake filter pressure drop,
as appropriate

4. check start air pressure
5. read fuel oil meters, day
tank levels, and observe
operation of viscometer, if
installed
6. check for any unusual
conditions or noises
7. notify the watch engineer
of any unusual or unsafe
conditions
Lube-oil and fuel oil The trainee shall:
purification systems 1. check the following:
On a simulator or in alaboratory, thetrainee monitor lubeoil and fuel oil
purification systems.

 plant’s operational status
 dirty-oil inlet temperatureand pressure clean-oil discharge pressure
 purifier-gear drive oil sumplevel level in sealing-water headtanks
 inlet and outlet sight glasses
for flow heater steam supply pressure

2. feels machine for vibration
3. check speed indicator for
proper bowl speed

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OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency
Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria

4. for lube oil purification
plant determine the pointof: suction to include engine
sump, settling/renovatingtanks, or other tanks
 discharge to include engine
sump, settling/ renovatingtanks, or other tanks

5. for fuel oil purification
plant determine the pointof: suction, including settling orother tanks

 discharge to include day/service or other tanks

6. Check the following: priming- and wash-waterpressure operating-water pressure control-air pressure any unusual conditions or
noises

7. notify the watch engineer of
unusual or unsafe
conditions
Compressed air plant The trainee:
1. check plant operational
On a simulator or in astatuslaboratory, the trainee 2. check applicable start,
monitor theservice and control air
compressed air plant.
compressor:
 oil levels and add oil asnecessary oil pressure
 suction pressure or air-inlet
filter pressure differential

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency
Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria

indications, as appropriate

 discharge pressure andcompressed-air receiverpressure

3. check for any unusual
conditions or noises
4. blow down intercoolers,
after coolers and receivers,
check associatedrefrigerated filter system
and look for clogged
cooling fins
5. notify the watch engineer
for any unusual or unsafe
condition
6. identify emergency or
cross- connect between
ship’s service air andcontrol air systems
7. identify valves to direct “airon deck”
8. identify settings of standby
equipment
Refrigeration and air- The trainee:
conditioning plants
1. check plant operational
statusOn a simulator or in a 2. check the following: compressor suction andlaboratory, thedischarge pressure andtrainee monitor thetemperaturerefrigeration and aircompressor-oil level
conditioning plants.
 compressor-oil pressure
and control-oil pressures receiver level liquid-line sight glasscondition

 related cooling water

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Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria

supply strainers and filters,
and clean or blow down,when necessary

Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures

3. for refrigeration plants:(continuation)

 check refrigerated box
temperature and conditionof evaporator coils anddrain for icing
 note the condition of thebox door gasket andoperation of circulatingfans

4. for air-conditioning plant: check return and supply air
temperature check chilled-water pumpsuction and dischargepressures
 check chilled-water inlet
and outlet temperatures check chilled-water
expansion-tank level

Tank and pressurevessel levels
In a laboratory, thetrainee determines
the tank andpressure-vessellevels.

5. check condenser sea-water
inlet and outlet
temperature
6. notify the watch engineer
for any unusual or unsafe
conditions
The trainee determine the:
1. liquid level of vented tanks
and low-pressure pressure
vessels fitted with tubular
sight-glasses
2. liquid level of a highpressure pressure vessel
fitted with a high-pressuregauge glass or a remote

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency
Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria

level indicator
3. liquid level of a vented
tank fitted with petcocks
4. liquid level of two vented
tanks (1 fuel- or lube-oil,and 1 water), fitted withsounding tubes, using asounding tape, using
innage or ullage method
5. fuel level of a lube-oilsump fitted with a dipstick
6. oil/water-interface of theslop tank
7. level of a vented tank orpressure vessel fitted withremote reading-level
gaugesCharging a “waterThe trainee :logged” portable
1. correctly connect thewater pressure tankcompressed air hose fromwith compressed air
the service air header tothe pressure tank
On a simulator or in a 2. open the appropriate
laboratory, thevalves, charge air into thetrainee charges apressure tank, while“water-logged”
observing the water level
portable waterand allowing the potablepressure tank withwater pump to cycle oncompressed air
and off
3. close the appropriate
valves, secure fromcharging air into thepressure tank when the
potable water pump nolonger shortcycles and thepressure tank level cycles

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
OutcomeEngine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

Propulsion shafting
and bearings
On a simulator or in alaboratory, thetrainee monitors the
propulsion shafting
and bearings

Performance Criteria

between normal
parameters
4. disconnect and stow thecompressed air hose fromthe service air header tothe pressure tank
The trainee:
1. check the following: all line shaft-bearing
sump-oil levels
 all line shaft-bearing-oil
temperatures
 all line shaft-bearing oiler
rings, where appropriate
 the independent thrustbearing sump level, whereappropriate
 the independent thrustbearing lube-oil sumptemperature, whereappropriate
 the independent thrustbearing lube-oil cooler
inlet and outlet
temperatures, whereappropriate
 the independent thrustbearing lube-oil supply
pressure, whereappropriate
 the independent thrustbearing gravity- head tanklevel, where appropriate
 the water-lubricatedstern-tube stuffing box forproper leak-off, whereappropriate
 the oil-lubricated stern-

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part of anengine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency
Engine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

Performance
Outcome

Performance Criteria

tube lube sump tank level
where appropriate
 the oil-lubricated sterntube lube-oil pressure
where appropriate
 the oil-lubricated sterntube oil temperatures
where appropriate
 the oil-lubricated sterntube inboard shaft seal forleakage if appropriate

2. notify the watch engineer
of any unusual or unsafe
conditions;
Steering gear
The trainee:
1. compare the rudder-angle
On a simulator or in amechanical- sliding scalelaboratory, thewith the electricaltrainee monitors theindicator, if fitted
steering gear
2. monitor the steering gear
hydraulic oil reservoir
levels and temperatures
3. monitor system hydraulicoil pressure and any
applicable filter pressuredrops
4. check steering hydraulicsystem power units,
piping, and actuators forleaks
5. assist in testing thecommunication devices;
6. observe various linkages
for wear, loosening, or
lost motion
7. note glands on main rams
and rudderpost for

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
Activity

Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
OutcomeEngine-roomwatchkeeping
procedures(continuation)

3. Safe working
practices as related
to engine-room
operations

Adding clean oil
In a laboratory, thetrainee adds clean oil
to the vented lube-oilsump of an auxiliary
engine, reduction
gear, or piece of deckmachinery.

Lubricating greaselubricated bearing
In a laboratory, thetrainee lubricates agrease-lubricatedbearing.

Performance Criteria

leakage
8. assists in adding oil tohydraulic oil reservoirs as
required
9. check for unusual noises,
erratic motions and otherindications of air in thesystem
10. notify the watch engineerof all unusual or unsafe
conditions;
The trainee:
1. determine the need to add
oil;
2. obtain an adequate
amount of clean oil ofproper grade and type;
3. remove the filler cap orplug;
4. pour oil through the filler
cap or oil filler plug
opening;
5. check the oil level andverifies that it stands atthe specified level;
6. replace the filler cap orplug and leaves the area
clean
The trainee:
1. determine from theappropriate lubrication chart
the type and grade of grease
to use;2. remove the fitting
protective covering if fitted,
drain plug, if fitted, andTopicsIntended Learning
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Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcome

Safe working
practices as related toengine-room
operations(continuation)

Lifting heavyequipment, handlingchemicals, and workwith delicate
equipment
In a laboratory andworkshop, the trainee
assists in cleaning alube-oil or a fuel-oil
purifier todemonstrate safe
working practices forthe following: lifting heavyequipment; handling chemicals;

Performance Criteria

wipes the fitting free ofgrease and dirt with a rag;
3. remove air from thegrease-gun hose by slowly
squeezing the handle until
grease starts to leave thefitting, and attaches the hosefitting to the bearing of thefitting;
4. slowly pump in grease
until a small amount of clean
grease appears but, if thegrease meets undue
resistance, the candidate
notifies the watch engineer;and
5. replace drain plug andprotective cover on grease
fitting.
The trainee:
1. Perform all tasks safely
using all required safety
equipment (safety shoes,
safety glasses, explosionproof lighting andelectrical devices, hearing
protection, gloves, hard
hat, respirator mask, etc)
and adheres to all safety
procedures (verifies tagout procedures,
notifications, safe lifting
techniques, etc.);
2. Assist in disassembly of
purifier using appropriate
tools as provided;

TopicsIntended Learning
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Assessment Activity

Competence

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to theduties of a rating
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcome work w/delicate
equipment

Safe working
practices as related toengine-room
operations(continuation)

4. Basic
environmental
protection
procedures

Oily-water separator
On a simulator or in alaboratory, thetrainee monitors anoily-water separator.

Performance Criteria

3. Clean all sludge deposits
from individual disks,bowl top and bowl;
4. Assist in reassembling
purifier, reinstalling all
disks and in numericalorder;
5. Leave the area safe andsecure;6. Report all unusual
findings or unsafe
conditions;
7. Ensure that all operations
are in accordance withequipment manufacturer’s
recommended procedures
and supervisor’s
instructions;
The trainee:
1. check the following: plant’s operational status;
 bilge-water tank level; oily-water-separator
chamber pressure or
vacuum; filling relatedpressure/vacuum; overboard-discharge
water-pump pressure;

2. monitor oil-content
monitor: ensures that equipment is
not bypassed, sampling line
is open, and flushing water
is not being supplied tosensor; automatic valves are not

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Competence

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcomeoperated in manual modeor disconnected fromcontrolling devices; and no temporary hoses areused during operation;

Carry out a watch
routineappropriate to the Basic environmental
protection
duties of a ratingprocedures(continuation)
forming part ofan engine-roomwatch (continuation)

Sewage treatment
plant
On a simulator or in alaboratory, thetrainee monitors asewage- treatment
plant.

Understandorders and be
understood inmatters relevant
to watchkeeping
duties

5. Use of appropriate
internal
communication
systemPerformance Criteria

Operate internal
communication
system3. check for any unusual
conditions or noises; 8.
Notifies the watch
engineer of any unusual or
unsafe conditions
The trainee:
1. checks the following: plant’s operational status;
 destination of “black water”
sewage; sewage-circulating andoverboard-discharge pumppressures; sewage-circulating andoverboard-discharge pumpmechanical seals forleakage; air-compressor dischargepressure;
 the chemical-batch tanklevel;
 any unusual conditions or
noises;

The trainee:
1. answer the phone stating
his or her location, name,and rank;
On a simulator or in a 2. operate and communicate
laboratory, the traineewith remote stations by
operates internal
ship’s phone;communication
3. operate and communicate
systemwith remote stations by

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Competence

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Understand orders Use of appropriate
and be understood internal
in matters relevant communication
system(continuation)
to watchkeeping
duties (continuation)

6. Engine-room alarmsystems and ability
to distinguishbetween the various
alarms, with specialreference to fireextinguishing gas
alarmsPerformance
Outcome

Performance Criteriasound-powered phone;
4. operate and communicate
with remote stations by
two-way radio;
5. conduct all operations inaccordance with ship’s
procedures.
Engine-order
The trainee:telegraph signals
1. obtain correct “counter”
and “fuel oil meter”
On a simulator or in areadings at standby orlaboratory, thedeparture or arrival;
trainee logs engine2. acknowledge main engine
order telegraphdirection and speed bysignals.
matching engine ordertelegraph with order fromthe bridge;
3. enter appropriate graphic
bell signal symbol andlogs with correct time;from full ahead to full
astern including stop andfinished with engines; and4. make legible entries.
Responding to alarm For each alarm response, thetrainee:On a simulator or in a 1. silence the alarm;
laboratory, the2. describe the systemtraineeinvolved;
responds to the
3. describe the system’s
following alarms:
purpose;• CO2 discharge
4. describe the seriousness• fire or smokeof the alarm; and• engine operational
5. notify the officer-inalarms, including:charge of the engine
 lube-oil alarms
watch of the alarm andTopicsIntended Learning
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Competence

For keeping aboiler watch:
Maintain thecorrect waterlevels and steampressure

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

1. Safe operation ofboilers

Performance
Outcome(temperature andpressure), boiler alarms,
 fueloil tank highlevel alarm, oilywater
separator alarm, high-bilgewateralarm• vessel emergency
signal or alarm.
Boiler operation

Performance Criteria

his/her actions.

The trainee:
1. monitor the steam drum
On a simulator or in apressure and water level;laboratory, the
2. monitor the feed watertrainee monitors thepressure;
operation of boiler.
3. monitor the fuel oil
service pump suction anddischarge pressures andfuel-oil supply pressure
and temperature to the
supply header andapplicable fuel oil strainerpressure drops;
4. monitor the fuel oil
settling/service tanklevels and temperatures;
5. strip fuel oil settling tanksof moisture as
appropriate;
6. monitor the stacktemperature;
7. monitor the atomizing
steam pressure asapplicable;
8. observe condition of

TopicsIntended Learning
OutcomeTeaching Learning
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Assessment Activity

Competence

Operateemergency
equipment andapply emergency
procedures

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

1. Escape routes frommachinery spaces

Performance
OutcomeMachinery spaces
escape routes
In a laboratory, thetrainees all engineroom escape routes,
describe emergency
escape procedure,and perform escapeusing the shortest
open route.

2. Familiarity with thelocation and use offire-fighting
equipment in themachinery spaces

Fire-fighting
equipment inmachinery spaces
Given a set of aship’s fire plan, thetrainee locates eachpiece of fire- fighting
and emergency
equipment in themachinery spaces,
starting with thenearest, states its
purpose, anddescribes its use or

Performance Criteria

flame through peephole;
9. inspect boiler casing, handholes, manholes, andpiping for leaks;
10. wipe up any oil
accumulations presenting
a fire hazard.
The trainee:
1. locate all emergencyescape routes;
2. describe the operations
and procedures
appropriate to each meansof escape (including theuse of emergency-escapebreathing devices);
3. demonstrate the correctmeans of escape via:a. the shortest open route;b. an escape trunk, if so
equipped.
The trainee:
1. locate the nearest piece ofeach item named from thefirecontrol plan; and2. state the purpose anddescribe the use oroperation of the item ofequipment named.

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Competence

Knowledge,
Understanding andProficiency

Performance
Outcomeoperation.

Performance Criteria

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