REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINESDEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNICATIONSMARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

MARINA Circular No. 2014 - 01

ANNEX IINEW MANAGEMENT LEVEL COURSEFORMARINE ENGINEER OFFICERS(Chief Engineer Officer andSecond Engineer Officer)
In Accordance with2010 Manila Amendments to the1978 STCW Convention

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Tel. No. (632) 526-0971
Email: stcw@marina.gov.ph
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Table of Contents
Title

Page

Foreword

3

Function 1 Marine Engineering at the Management Level

4

Function Contents

5Part A - Course Framework

6

Part B - Course Outline

11

Part C - Course Syllabus

13

Function 2 Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering
at the Management Level

26

Function Contents

27

Part A - Course Framework

28

Part B - Course Outline

33

Part C - Course Syllabus

35

Function 3 Maintenance and Repair at the Management Level

45

Function Contents

46

Part A - Course Framework

47

Part B - Course Outline

52

Part C - Course Syllabus

54

Function 4 Controlling the Operation of the Ship and Care for
Persons on Board at the Management Level

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Function Contents

63Part A - Course Framework

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Part B - Course Outline

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Part C - Course Syllabus

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FOREWORD
This New Management Level Course for Marine Engineer Officers wasdeveloped to comply with the requirements under Regulation III/2 of the 2010 Manila
Amendments to the 1978 International Convention on Standards of Training,
Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW Convention).
The curriculum was designed based on the minimum standards of competence
provided in Table A-III/2 under the said regulation and guided by the revised IMO
Model Course 7.02 (Chief Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer), which wasvalidated during the 44th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Standards ofTraining and Watchkeeping (STW 44) held from 29 April to 3 May 2013. Likewise, thenewly revised approved education and training for Officers In Charge of an
Engineering Watch on seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750
kW propulsion power or more, otherwise known as the Bachelor of Science in Marine
Engineering (BSMarE) program, which was approved and issued under the oversightand supervision of the STCW Administration through CHED Memorandum Order(CMO) No. 32, series of 2013, has been accorded due consideration since the said
program now covers specific topics in the management level course for marine
engineer officers.
In order to avoid duplication or repetition of subjects/topics and also to ensure
congruence between the BSMarE and this Management Level Course, a course
mapping was made to identify which management level subjects or topics werealready covered in the aforesaid program. The management level topics that werealready covered are no longer repeated in this New Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers.
Guided by the topics or subjects and the corresponding time allocation in theabove-mentioned revised IMO Model Course 7.02, the curriculum for the New
Management Level Course for Marine Engineer Officers was formulated in accordancewith the 2010 Manila Amendments to the 1978 STCW Convention.

MAXIMO Q MEJIA JR, PhD
Administrator

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FUNCTION 1
MARINE ENGINEERING AT THE
MANAGEMENT LEVELNew Management Level Course for Marine Engineer Officers

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FUNCTION CONTENTS
Function 1 (F1):

Marine Engineering at the Mangement Level

Part A: Course Framework
1. Scope
2. Learning Objectives
3. Entry Standards
4. Course Intake Limitation
5. Staff Requirements
6. Training Facilities
7. Training Equipment
8. Exemption
9. Certificate of Course Completion
10. Suggested Textbooks and References
Part B: Course Outline
1. Competence
2. Topics
3. Time Allocation for Each Topic
4. Total Hours for Function 1

Part C: Course Syllabus
1. F1-Module 1:

Operation, surveillance, performance assessment andmaintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliarymachinery

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FUNCTION 1

PART ACOURSE FRAMEWORKNew Management Level Course for Marine Engineer Officers

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SCOPEThis Function covers the mandatory requirements for knowledge, understanding andproficiencies for “Marine Engineering at the Management Level” as provided forunder the 2010 STCW Manila Amendments, Regulation III/2 in relation to Section AIII/2, Table A-III/2 thereof. The topics were carefully selected following a course
mapping based on the revised IMO Model Course 7.02 and the revised Bachelor of
Science in Marine Engineering (BSMarE) program under CHED Memorandum Order(CMO) No. 32, series of 2013, which now covers specific management level topics
under this function.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the training under this Function, trainees shall be
expected to have gained the minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiencies
needed to carry out and undertake at the management level the tasks, duties andresponsibilities in marine engineering on ships powered by main propulsion
machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more .
ENTRY STANDARD

Entrants to this course must be Marine Engineer Officers who are holders of
Certificate of Competency (COC) under Regulation III/1 of the STCW ’78
Convention, as amended and have not less than one (1) year of seagoing service as
officer in charge of an engineering watch on seagoing ships powered by main
propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more.
COURSE INTAKE LIMITATION

Trainees shall not exceed 24 students per class.



Practical training using a full mission engine simulator shall follow a man-machineratio of 4:1.
STAFF REQUIREMENTS
Every METI offering this Management Level Course shall have a Training
Supervisor, a minimum of two (2) instructors and an assessor for the course;
subject the approval by the Administration in accordance with MARINA Circular(MC) No. 2013-03, as amended by MC 2013-12, series of 2013. The qualification
requirements shall be as follows:

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
Training Supervisor

Holder of at least a Bachelor of Science Degree;Have not less than one (1) year experience in maritime education andtraining;

Have an understanding of the training course and the specific objectives of
the training being conducted under his supervision; and

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement.

Instructors
Management Level Engineering Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement;

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a COC as Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;Holder of a valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) License as
Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;

If conducting training using simulator:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the “Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor” (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Have gained practical operational experience on the particular type ofsimulator being used.

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
AssessorsManagement Level Engineer Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main propulsion
machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a valid PRC License as Management Level Engineer Officer;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Training Course in Assessment,
Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12);Have gained practical assessment experience as understudy for not lessthan three (3) times;

If conducting assessment involving the use of simulators:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Train the Simulator
Trainer and Assessor (IMO Model Course 6.10), or approved Training
Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors; and‒ Has gained practical assessment experience on the particular type ofsimulator being used under the supervision and to the satisfaction of anexperienced Assessor for a minimum of for not less than three (3)times.

Resource Person
The METI may be allowed to engage the services of other persons with establishedexpertise on particular topics, provided that the Administration shall be duly informedat least five (5) working days prior to engagement.
NOTE TO METIs:
The foregoing are the qualification standards that must be met by the Instructors,
Assessors and Supervisor. In addition, METIs shall exercise utmost diligence andresponsibility in the selection of such Staff and ensure that they are appropriately
qualified to carry out effective teaching, assessment and supervision of the course,
respectively.

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TRAINING FACILITIESFor the theoretical part, a classroom with multi-media over-head projector, with acomputer set, and a white board with eraser will be utilized, among others. This
does not however preclude METIs from utilizing additional teaching aids tofacilitate learning.
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
A Full Mission Engine Room Simulator certified as Class “A” or similar category
showing reference to STCW Table A-III/2, by an internationally recognizedClassification Society, capable of simulating the required knowledge,
understanding and proficiencies (KUPs) for marine engineering at the
management level in the aforesaid Table, with briefing and debriefing room.
EXEMPTION
There is no particular exemption from any part of this Function. However, since
topics about Steam and Gas Turbines relating to marine propulsion plantmachinery were not covered by this New Management Level Course for Marine
Engineer Officers, a “limitation on Steam and Gas Turbines” shall be indicated in
the COCs of successful candidates for certification.
CERTIFICATE OF COURSE COMPLETION
Trainees, who successfully completed this Function and passed the assessment
thereof, shall be issued a Certificate of Completion. The format of such certificate
shall be in accordance with the format prescribed by the Administration.
SUGGESTED TEXT BOOKS AND REFERENCES
For the textbooks and reference materials, METIs should refer to the list of
Teaching Aids, Videos, References, Textbooks and Bibliographies indicated in therevised IMO Model Course 7.02 validated during the 44 th Session of the IMO SubCommittee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping. This does not however
preclude METIs from utilizing other relevant and more updated books andreferences that may be available or prescribed by the Administration. METIs shall
exercise prudence and utmost responsibility in selecting the textbooks andreferences for this Function to ensure that only relevant and up-to-date ones shallbe used.

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FUNCTION 1

PART B
COURSE OUTLINE

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MAIN TOPICS

NO. OF
HOURS

Competence
F1 - Module 1: Operation, surveillance, performance assessmentand maintaining safety of propulsion plant andauxiliary machinery
1. Start up and shut down main propulsion and auxiliarymachinery, including associated systems

20

2. Operating limits of propulsion plant8

3. The efficient operation, surveillance, performanceassessment and maintaining safety of propulsion plant andauxiliary machinery

125

4. Functions and mechanism of automatic control for main
engine4

5. Functions and mechanism of automatic control for auxiliarymachinery

9

TOTAL FOR FUNCTION 1:

166

General Rule on Time Allocation:
METIs must note that the number of hours allocated for the topics in thisFunction are the minimum and can be increased as may be necessary to cover
new requirements, laws, rules and regulations, new developments, trends andpractices in the maritime industry.

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FUNCTION 1

PART CCOURSE SYLLABUS

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F1 - Module 1
Competence:

Operation, surveillance, performance assessment andmaintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery

1. Start up and shut down and main auxiliary machinery, including
associated system
1.1 Main machinery and associated systems
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.1.4
1.1.5

1.1.6

1.1.7

1.1.8

Describe precautions to be observed when starting up andshutting down main machinery
Explain the need for authorized and documented procedures/check list for starting up main machinery
Describe limitations/conditions for starting up and shutting down
main machinery depending on types of main machinery
Describe the functions of interlocking and how they work while
main machinery is being started up
Explain procedures for starting up and shutting down mainmachinery in terms of design features of main machinery
including associated systems
Describe parameters and factors necessary to develop
procedures for starting up and shutting down main machinery
including associated system
Explain that principles of starting up and shutting down
procedures of main machinery are the same for any type ofmain diesel engine, steam turbine and gas turbine
Describe precautions for conducting trial run of main machinery

1.2 Steam boilers and associated systems
1.2.1

1.2.2
1.2.3

1.2.4
1.2.5

Explain the need of developing procedures for starting up andshutting down boilers depending on types and specifications ofboilers
Describe precautions to be observed when starting up andshutting down main and auxiliary boilers
Describe the standard procedures of firing up main and auxiliary
boilers, and building up steam pressure including the use of
bypass functions
Describe the standard procedures of shutting down main andauxiliary boilers
Describe the preparations for associated systems including
control systems and drain system for starting up main andauxiliary boilers

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1.3 Auxiliary prime mover and associated systems
1.3.1

1.3.2
1.3.3

1.3.4

Explain the general status of auxiliary prime movers andassociated systems before starting up depending on types ofships
Describe precautions to be observed when starting up andshutting down prime movers
Describe the functions of interlocking and how they work while
auxiliary prime movers are being started up including automatic
control systems
Describe the standard procedures of starting up and shutting
down auxiliary prime movers in terms of types and specificationsof prime movers in terms of types and specifications of prime
movers

1.4 Other auxiliary machinery
1.4.1
1.4.2

1.4.3

Explain the general status of auxiliary machinery and associatedsystems before starting up depending on types of ships
Explain the differences between auxiliary machinery used for
ship’s propulsion and others in terms of back-up systems andsafety systems
Describe the standard procedures of starting up and shutting
down auxiliary machinery used for ship’s propulsion

2. Operating Limits of Propulsion Plants
2.1 Describe the parameters concerning operating limits of main diesel
engine such as mean indicated pressure, maximum indicated pressure,shaft revolution, torque, scavenging air pressure, exhaust gas
temperature, cooling water temperature, lubricating oil temperature,
turbocharger revolution and others
2.2 Describe the parameters concerning operating limits of main steam
turbine such as steam inlet pressure and temperature, torque, revolution,
vibration, and others
2.3 Describe the parameters concerning operating limits of main gas turbine
such as exhaust gas temperature, torque, revolution, vibration andothers
2.4 Describe the parameters concerning operating limits of main/auxiliary
steam boiler such as properties of boiler water, air/fuel ratio and others
2.5 Describe the parameters concerning operating limits of diesel, shaft andsteam turbine generator
2.6 Describe the design standards of propulsion plants concerning operating
limits of plant machinery such as sea water temperature, ambient
temperature and fluid velocity

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3. The efficient operation, surveillance, performance assessment andmaintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery
3.1 Diesel engines
3.1.1

Explains the use of indicator diagrams and draws diagrams to
explain:- Compression pressure, maximum pressure and faults- Area of indicator diagram- Calculation of indicated and effective engine power- Calculating turbocharger efficiency- Estimation of effective engine power without indicator
diagrams
 Fuel index
 Turbocharger speed- Detects faults from sample indicator diagrams- Discusses engine condition monitoring and evaluation
systems with regard to: On line system with automatic sampling of engine
parameters supplemented by cylinder pressure
measurement
 Engine diagnosis system and computer controlled
surveillance

3.2 Engine components
3.2.1

Interpret static and dynamic loads and stresses, identifying
service limitations of diesel engine components
3.2.2
Evaluate different fabrication methods of diesel engine
components, including:- Welding- Forging- Utilizing composite materials- Plasma-spraying- Laser hardening and- Use of ceramics and other special materials.
3.2.3 Identify two and four stroke operating cycle forces, couples, andmoments, relating these to design principles of:- Crankshafts- Bedplates- Foundations- Crossheads.
3.2.4 Explain out of balance gas and inertia forces, couples, andmoments, and relate these to flywheels, balance weights, andfirst/second order balancing, and hull vibration.

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Annex - II3.2.5 Explain factors contributing to torsional vibration, and identify
methods of minimizing or eliminating harmful effects of critical
speeds.
3.2.6 Evaluate the calibration of:- Pistons- Cylinder liners- Piston rings- Bearings- Crankshafts, to identify wear patterns, limits, and means ofcorrection
3.2.7 Specify alignment and adjustment criteria of:- Crankshafts- Chain drives- Gear drives- Integral thrust bearings- Crossheads.
3.2.8 Compile specified working clearances and limits of all bearings,
sliding surfaces, and interference fits of a typical diesel engine,using engine builders' manuals.
3.3

Fuel Injection
3.3.1 Explain why atomization and penetration of fuel and theturbulence of air are essential to optimum combustion in a diesel
engine.
3.3.2 State typical injection pressures and viscosities for different
grades of fuel.
3.3.3 Describe how and why fuel pumps, camshafts, and injectors arealtered for varying fuel types.
3.3.4 Describe, with the aid of simple sketches, the difference
between constant and variable injection timing of fuel, showing
materials, principal parts, and methods of operation andadjustments of common types of fuel pump.
3.3.5 Compare injection requirements for slow speed, medium speed,
and high speed diesel engines, including pilot injection and precombustion chambers.
3.3.6 Identify common service faults, symptoms, and causes ofcombustion problems, specifying appropriate adjustments,
including methods of fuel pump timing.
3.3.7 Summarize Occupational Health & Safety aspects of handlingand testing fuel injection systems.
3.3.8 Explain, using relevant diagrams and stating normal operating
parameters- Fuel valve cooling arrangement- Uni-fuel and dual-fuel systems (for high/medium viscosity
fuel types)

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Annex - II3.3.9 Discuss the atmospheric pollution aspects of diesel engine
combustion, and give methods which reduce this pollution(especially SOx and NOx reduction).(0.25)
3.4

Scavenging and Supercharging
3.4.1 Evaluate the need for scavenging diesel engines
3.4.2 Compare methods of scavenging diesel engines
3.4.3 Specify methods of providing pressurized air for combustion indiesel engines
3.4.4 Assess pressure charging methods for diesel engines
3.4.5 Assess pressure charging methods for diesel engines
3.4.6 Examine the working principles of turbochargers
3.4.7 Assess lubrication and cooling requirements of turbochargers
3.4.8 Analyze typical faults and identify appropriate actions to beundertaken with defective or damaged turbochargers

3.5

Starting and Reversing
3.5.1 Describe starting procedures of diesel engines for power
generation, propulsion, and emergency use.
3.5.2 Explain starting and maneuvering requirements/sequences for
direct coupled reversible and geared propulsion diesel engines,
for fixed and controllable pitch propeller application
3.5.3 Describe, with labeled diagrams to indicate major components,
typical maneuvering and reversing systems for propulsion diesel
engines
3.5.4 Compare different methods of reversing direct coupled
propulsion diesel engines
3.5.5 Identify common faults and identify appropriate actions to beundertaken with typical diesel engine starting and maneuveringsystems
3.5.6 Compare the different methods of utilizing diesel engines forship propulsion, including:- Direct coupled, reversible slow and medium speed engines- Clutched and geared reversible and unidirectional medium
speed engines with a fixed pitch propeller- Clutched and geared reversible and unidirectional medium
speed engines with a controllable pitch propeller, and- Diesel electric drive.

3.6

Cooling systems
3.6.1 Analyze the problems that may arise in cooling water spaces ofdiesel engines.
3.6.2 Evaluate common methods of diesel engine cooling water
treatment.

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Annex - II3.6.3 State the importance of maintaining diesel engine thermal
efficiency and evaluate thermal loads on engine components.
3.6.4 Justify cooling media selection and state the advantages anddisadvantages of various diesel cooling methods.
3.6.5 Evaluate the tests used in the control of diesel engine coolingwater treatment.
3.6.6 Enumerate the normal operating limits for diesel engine coolingwater treatment.
3.6.7 Interpret the implications of out of limit readings from water
treatment tests and state the corrective procedures whichshould be undertaken.
3.6.8 Itemize the sources and types of contamination of diesel engine
cooling water and explain the effects of these contaminations on
the reserves of treatment chemicals.
3.6.9 Compare the procedures which may be used to countercontamination of diesel engine cooling water.
3.6.10 Explain, using relevant diagrams and stating normal operating
parameters, typical methods of cooling:- Medium and slow speed diesel engine pistons- Exhaust valves- Cylinders- Turbochargers- Cylinder heads
3.7

Diesel Engine Control and Safety
3.7.1 With respect to waste heat units:- Explain the design and operational factors that contribute to
fires in waste heat units- Discuss the generation of soot and hydrogen fires- Explain the possible consequences of such fires- Identify routine cleaning and inspection criteria- Identify symptoms of a fire
- Give appropriate actions to be undertaken upon fire
detection in order to contain/extinguish the fire, and- Identify the risks of isolating a waste heat unit.
3.7.2 With respect to scavenge fires:- Explain the factors that contribute to a fire in the scavenge
chamber of a diesel engine- Explain the possible consequences of such fires- Specify detection, protection, and extinguishing devices- Identify routine cleaning and inspection criteria- Identify symptoms of a fire, and- Give appropriate actions to be undertaken upon fire
detection in order to contain/extinguish the fire.

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Annex - II3.7.3 With respect to starting air lines:- Identify principles of explosive mixtures- Describe how an airline explosion can occur- Explain the possible consequences of such an explosion- Identify routine evaluation criteria of starting air systems forminimizing/avoiding an explosion, and- State how the risk of explosion may be minimized / avoided
by protection devices.
3.7.4 With respect to diesel engine crankcases and gearboxes:- Explain the factors and sequence of occurrences that
contribute to generation of explosive oil mist
- Discuss the generation of primary and secondary explosions
in these spaces- Explain the possible consequences of such explosions- Specify detection and protection devices- State how the risk may be minimized in service- State indications of hot spots and possible explosive
atmospheres, and- Give the correct procedure to be undertaken upon indicationof a potentially explosive atmosphere, in both diesel and dual
fuel engines.
3.7.5 Evaluate the causes and consequences of diesel engine overspeed, and give procedures which must be undertaken in theevent of such an occurrence.
3.7.6 Explain, using diagrams, the operating principles of:- Oil mist detectors, giving testing procedures- Explosion relief doors- Crankcase breathers- Crankcase extraction fans.
3.8

Diesel Engine Emergency operation
3.8.1 Explain emergency procedures for maneuvering for diesel
engines.
3.8.2 Explain emergency procedures which may be undertaken withdefective clutches.

3.9

Multi-engine Propulsion Arrangement
3.9.1 Explain the need for changing the output speed of prime
movers.
3.9.2 Define gearing concepts, and explain the advantages anddisadvantages of:- Utilizing gearing to change prime mover output speed- In volute gearing- Spur and helical gears

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Annex - II3.9.3 Assess the need for disengaging prime movers from drive lines
3.9.4 Identify common types of clutches and couplings used withprime movers
3.9.5 Outline maintenance procedures associated with clutches.
3.10

Air compressors and compressed air systems
3.10.1 Examine the functions and operation of all components including
fittings and safety devices of air compressors and compressed
air systems
3.10.2 Evaluate the effects of common operational faults of single andmulti-stage air compressors, including: leaking valves, leaking
piston rings, blocked filters, blocked coolers
3.10.3 Explain the reasons and the effects of high levels of oil or waterin compressed air
3.10.4 Explain the effects of operating air compressors with synthetic
lubricating oils compared to operating with mineral lubricatingoils
3.10.5 Describe a procedure for inspecting and maintaining air
receivers and their fittings.

3.11

Hydraulic power system
3.11.1 Analyze functions and operation of all components including
fittings and safety
3.11.2 Devices of hydraulic power systems
3.11.3 Interpret symptoms, effects, and remedial actions for common
faults in hydraulic power systems.

3.12

Types of auxiliary boilers
3.12.1 Examine typical boiler types illustrating cross sections,attachments and locations of all fittings, mountings, scantlings
and methods of achieving water circulation and gas flow
3.12.2 Distinguish the material requirements for boiler components
3.12.3 Explain the construction of typical types of boilers
3.12.4 Explain functions and operation of all boiler components
including fittings and safety devices
3.12.5 Illustrate a typical boiler fuel system and its components
3.12.6 Examine the operation and maintenance procedures of boiler
fuel systems
3.12.7 Analyze the combustion process, its monitoring system, andrequirements for proper combustion
3.12.8 Evaluate common types of burners and distinguish how
atomization and subsequent combustion is achieved
3.12.9 Identify the protection devices, alarms, and shutdowns used in
combustion control and fuel systems, and analyze theirimportance and methods of operation.

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3.13

Auxiliary steam system
3.13.1 Illustrate a typical auxiliary steam system, showing the locationand purpose of all components
3.13.2 Develop a heat energy balance for an auxiliary steam system
3.13.3 Distinguish the material requirements for auxiliary steam
system components
3.13.4 Examine the construction and operation of typical auxiliary
steam system components
3.13.5 Explain the reasons for operating the auxiliary steam plant andits systems at nominated temperatures and pressures, and theeffects of departing from these parameters3.13.6 Analyze the symptoms of faults in steam traps, hot wells, deaerators and condensers
3.13.7 Analyze the requirements for contamination prevention between
systems.

3.14

Safety valves
3.14.1 Analyze the requirements for steam safety valves.
3.14.2 Analyze the design formula used for steam safety valves.
3.14.3 Differentiate between common types of boiler safety valves in
use and explain how they are classified in terms of valve lift.
3.14.4 Distinguish the materials of construction of safety valves.
3.14.5 Analyze operational problems that can occur with safety valves.
3.14.6 Examine how a safety valve is inspected and overhauled, giving
common defects and areas of importance when inspecting.
3.14.7 Formulate a procedure for setting safety valves, and examine
the precautions necessary when testing safety valves on boilers
and waste heat unit.

3.15

Boiler water levels
3.15.1 Discuss requirements for boiler water level indicators
3.15.2 Differentiate between common types of local boiler water levelindicator in use, explaining their different methods ofconstruction and operation
3.15.3 Evaluate testing, maintenance and defect rectification
procedures for local boiler water level indicators
3.15.4 Differentiate between common types of remote boiler water levelindicator in use, explaining their different methods ofconstruction and operation
3.15.5 Evaluate testing, maintenance and defect rectification
procedures for remote boiler water level indicators.

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3.16

Use of “Sea water in Boilers”
3.16.1 Explain the reasons and the effects of using sea water inBoilers.

3.17

Use of Fresh Water in Boilers
3.17.1 Analyze the different types of impurities present in boiler, feed
and make up water.
3.17.2 Explain how salts are precipitated from boiler and feed water,
and the consequences of this precipitation.
3.17.3 Explain how metal is corroded in the boiler and feed system.

3.18

Auxiliary Steam turbines
3.18.1 Analyze the types, uses, and methods of construction of
auxiliary steam turbines in use at sea
3.18.2 Examine the typical operating conditions, including temperaturesand pressures, of auxiliary steam turbines
3.18.3 Identify the materials used in auxiliary steam turbines andancillary equipment
3.18.4 Examine typical operational problems associated with auxiliary
steam turbine plants, the symptoms, effects, and possible
remedies of these faults
3.18.5 Explain the processes of warming through and shutting down
auxiliary steam turbine plants
3.18.6 Outline the maintenance associated with optimum performanceof an auxiliary steam turbine plant.

3.19

Boiler defects
3.19.1 Identify the possible defects which may occur in a boiler, gas
and water side, giving their location, nature, and effects
3.19.2 Outline procedures commonly employed to rectify defects inboilers, and explain the limitations of such repairs
3.19.3 Enumerate procedures for leak detection in boilers and othersteam system components, and explain the remedial actions
which may be undertaken

3.20

Boiler survey and repairs
3.20.1 Examine the need for surveying auxiliary boilers and othercomponents of auxiliary systems
3.20.2 Outline survey requirements for auxiliary boilers and othercomponents of auxiliary systems
3.20.3 Outline the procedures for shutting down, isolating and opening
up an auxiliary boiler for inspection or during an emergency.

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3.21

Evaporators
3.21.1 Compare operation, performance, problems and applications ofcommon fresh water generation plants used at sea
3.21.2 Evaluate the need for treatment of evaporator water, and assess
methods of fresh water generation plant water treatment.

3.22

Thermal fluid heating system
3.22.1 Examine typical thermal fluid heating systems and explain theadvantages and disadvantages of these systems
3.22.2 Explain the locations and functions of all components, fittings,
and safety devices used in thermal fluid systems
3.22.3 Analyze the properties of thermal fluids used, effects ofcontamination, and methods of testing the fluid
3.22.4 Compare thermal fluid plants with conventional steam plants.

4. Functions and Mechanism of Automatic Control for Main Engine
4.1

Diesel Engines
4.1.1 Describe system components and configuration for main engine
automatic control
4.1.2 Describe the meaning of the following functions used for main
engineautomatic
control
includingoperations/control
mechanism- Automatic changeover from air running to fuel running- Start failure- Start impossible- Wrong way- Speed run-up program by revolution, load and /or
combination control, including bypass program for critical
speed- Crash/Emergency astern program- Speed control under rough/calm sea condition- Variable injection timing- Variable exhaust valve timing- Safety (automatic shutdown, automatic slowdown) system
4.4.3 Describe the function and mechanism, of the lector governing
system for revolution control

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5. Functions and Mechanism of Automatic Control for Auxiliary Machinery
5.1

Generator and Distribution system
5.1.1 Describe system components and configuration for main engine
automatic control
5.1.2 Describe the following functions used for generator anddistribution system automatic control, including operation/control
mechanisms‒ Full automatic control for generator distribution system,
including automatic starting and stopping prime mover‒ Automatic synchronizing‒ Automatic load sharing‒ Optimum load sharing‒ Large motor start blocking‒ Preference trip
‒ Protective/Safety functions built in Automatic/Main Circuit
Breaker (ACB and VCB)
‒ Automatic voltage (AVR) and frequency control

5.2

Steam boiler
5.2.1 Describe system components and configuration for main engine
automatic control
5.2.2 Describe the following functions used for steam boiler automatic
control including operation/control mechanisms-

Automatic Combustion Control (ACC), including steampressure control, fuel oil flow control and air flow control
Automatic feed water control
Automatic steam temperature control
Protective/Safety functions for steam boiler

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ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC ANDCONTROL ENGINEERING AT THE
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FUNCTION CONTENTS
Function 2 (F2):Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering at theManagement Level

Part A: Course Framework
1. Scope
2. Learning Objectives
3. Entry Standards
4. Course Intake Limitation
5. Staff Requirements
6. Training Facilities
7. Training Equipment
8. Certificate of Course Completion
9. Suggested Textbooks and References

Part B: Course Outline
1. Competence
2. Topics
3. Time Allocation for Each Topic
4. Total Hours for Function 2
Part C: Course Syllabus
1. F2-Module 1: Manage operation of electrical and electronic control ofequipment
6. F2-Module 2: Manage troubleshooting restoration of electrical andelectronic control equipment to operating

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SCOPEThis Function covers the mandatory requirements for knowledge, understanding
and proficiencies for “Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering at theManagement Level” as provided for under the 2010 STCW Manila Amendments,
Regulation III/2 in relation to Section A-III/2, Table A-III/2 thereof. The topics were
carefully selected following a course mapping based on the revised IMO Model
Course 7.02 and the revised BSMarE program under CMO No. 32, series of 2013,
which now covers specific management level topics under this function.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the training under this Function, trainees shall be
expected to have gained the minimum knowledge, understanding andproficiencies needed to carry out and undertake at the management level thetasks, duties and responsibilities for electrical, electronic and control engineeringof ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or
more.
ENTRY STANDARD

Entrants to this course must be Marine Engineer Officers who are holders of COC
under Regulation III/1 of the STCW ’78 Convention, as amended and have notless than one (1) year of seagoing service as officer in charge of an engineering
watch on seagoing on seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of
750 kW propulsion power or more.
COURSE INTAKE LIMITATION

Trainees shall not exceed 24 students per class.



Practical training using a full mission engine simulators shall follow a manmachine ration of 4:1
STAFF REQUIREMENTS
Every METI offering this Management Level Course shall have a Training
Supervisor, a minimum of two (2) instructors and an assessor for the course;
subject the approval by the Administration in accordance with MARINA Circular(MC) No. 2013-03, as amended by MC 2013-12, series of 2013. The qualification
requirements shall be as follows:

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
Training Supervisor

Holder of at least a Bachelor of Science Degree;Have not less than one (1) year experience in maritime education andtraining;

Have an understanding of the training course and the specific objectives of
the training being conducted under his supervision; and

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement.

Instructors
Management Level Engineering Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement;

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a COC as Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;Holder of a valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) License as
Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;

If conducting training using simulator:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the “Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor” (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Have gained practical operational experience on the particular typeof simulator being used

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
AssessorsManagement Level Engineer Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a valid PRC License as Management Level Engineer Officer;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Training Course in Assessment,
Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12);Have gained practical assessment experience as understudy for not lessthan three (3) times;

If conducting assessment involving the use of simulators:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Has gained practical assessment experience on the particular type ofsimulator being used under the supervision and to the satisfaction ofan experienced Assessor for a minimum of for not less than three(3) times.

Resource Person
The METI may be allowed to engage the services of other persons withestablished expertise on particular topics, provided that the Administration shall be
duly informed at least five (5) working days prior to engagement.
NOTE TO METIs:
The foregoing are the qualification standards that must be met by the Instructors,
Assessors and Supervisor. In addition, METIs shall exercise utmost diligence andresponsibility in the selection of such Staff and ensure that they are appropriately
qualified to carry out effective teaching, assessment and supervision of thecourse, respectively.

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TRAINING FACILITIESFor the theoretical part, a classroom with multi-media over-head projector, with acomputer set, and a white board with eraser will be utilized, among others. This
does not however preclude METIs from utilizing additional teaching aids tofacilitate learning.
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
Electrical laboratory equipment and training materials for analyzing and testing.
CERTIFICATE OF COURSE COMPLETION
Trainees, who successfully completed this Function and passed the assessment
thereof, shall be issued a Certificate of Completion. The format of such certificate
shall be in accordance with the format prescribed by the Administration.
SUGGESTED TEXT BOOKS AND REFERENCES
For the textbooks and reference materials, METIs should refer to the list of
Teaching Aids, Videos, References, Textbooks and Bibliographies indicated in therevised IMO Model Course 7.02 validated during the 44th Session of the IMO SubCommittee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping. This does not however
preclude METIs from utilizing other relevant and more updated books andreferences that may be available or prescribed by the Administration. METIs shall
exercise prudence and utmost responsibility in selecting the textbooks andreferences for this Function to ensure that only relevant and up-to-date ones shallbe used.

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FUNCTION 2PART B
COURSE OUTLINE

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MAIN TOPICS

NO. OF
HOURS

Competence
F2 - Module 1: Manage operation of electrical and electronic
control equipment (Theoretical knowledge)
1. Marine electrotechnology, electronics, power electronics,
automatic control engineering and safety Devices30

2. Design features and system configuration of automatic
control equipment and safety devices26

3. Design features of high-voltage installations

22

F2 - Module 2: Manage trouble shooting restoration of electricaland electronic control equipment to operating
condition (Practical Knowledge)
1. Trouble shooting of electrical and electronic control
equipment

66

2. Function test of electrical, electronic control equipment andsafety devices

12

3. Trouble shooting of monitoring systems

12

4. Software version control

20

TOTAL FOR FUNCTION 2:

188

General Rule on Time Allocation:
METIs must note that the number of hours allocated for the topics in thisFunction are the minimum and can be increased as may be necessary to cover
new requirements, laws, rules and regulations, new developments, trends andpractices in the maritime industry.

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FUNCTION 2PART CCOURSE SYLLABUS

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F2 - Module 1
Competence: Manage Operation of
Equipment (Theoretical Knowledge)

ElectricalandElectronic

Control

1. Marine Electrotechnology, Electronics, Power Electronics, AutomaticControl Engineering and Safety Devices
1.

Electronics, Power Electronics
1.1.1 Discusses the operation of semiconductor devices-

Uni-junction transistor-

The Bipolar transistor, operation and characteristics, bias
circuits, AC and DC current gain, data sheets.

-

Field Effect Transistors, operation. Thyristors, SCRs, GTOs,
DIACs and TRIACs operation and characteristics.

-

Insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT)-

Snubber circuits, commutation, data sheets.

-

Device applications in electronic control, surveillance andrecording systems, power supplies, rectification, smoothing
circuits, stabilization, switching, amplification, pulse shaping,clipping and clamping.

1.1.2 Explains Integrated Circuits-

Ideal operational amplifier, characteristics, types, mounting
methods and markings, advantages of ICs.

-

Practical operational amplifier, circuit configurations,-

CMRR, instrumentation amplifier, 4-20mA circuit.

-

Voltage regulators, multi-vibrators.

-

IC applications and common circuits. Data sheets

1.1.3 Explains electronic fault diagnosis on board ship-

Interpretation and use of electronic systems and subsystem
circuit diagrams, operation and maintenance manuals.

-

Electronic test equipment, method of DMM display.

-

Use of CRO as a testing and display instrument.

-

Analysis of measurement and test result on components andcircuits.

-

Methods of fault detection

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2. Design Features and Systems Configurations of Automatic Control
Equipment and Safety Devices for the following:
2.1

General Requirements
2.1.1 Explains that electrical designed for land use of often notsuitable for use in ships
2.1.2 Explains that as far as possible, all materials should be nonflammable; explains where flame retardant materials maybe
used
2.1.3 Explains the meaning of the term flame retardant
2.1.4 States the angles of heels and trim at which machinery should
be capable of operating
2.1.5 Explains the effect of temperature changes on:-

Electromagnetic devices-

Generator voltage

2.1.6 Discusses common maximum temperatures of air and sea waterused for design purposes
2.1.7 Explains that the axis of a rotating machine should not be places
athwart ships unless so designed.
2.1.8 Discusses the need to periodically check the security of allelectrical connections
2.1.9 Discusses requirements regarding the provision of electrical
power and lightning for normal operation and for an emergency
2.2

Main Engine
2.2.1 Control Theory-

Changing set points.

-

Basic control system design.

-First order and second order systems.

-

Transfer Functions.

-Control system stability.

-

Natural frequency and control systems.

-

Time lag and time constant.

-

System response

2.2.2 Tuning- System response- Control loop tuning
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systems
2.2.4 Final Control Elements-

Control valve trim-

Selecting control valves and their actuators-

Valve sizing

2.2.5 Electronic PID Controllers-

Single loop digital controllers-

Manual and automatic tuning of electronic controllers

2.2.6 Monitoring & Control Systems- Boiler water level control.
- Advanced boiler combustion control.
- Diesel engine cooling control- Main engine control for FP and CP propellers.
2.2.7 General requirements of automatic control equipment and safety
devices- Monitoring system- Safety system- System independence- Local control- Failure mode and effect analysis- Power supply
2.2.8 Remote control – Diesel propulsion-

Control - electronic, electro-pneumatic, electro-hydraulic or
pneumatic
Malfunctions – alarm, engine slow down, engine stop

2.2.9 UMS Systems
2.3

Concept of Unattended Machinery Spaces (UMS)
Requirements of UMS. Bridge control
Testing Regime for UMS

Generator and distribution system
2.3.1 Instrumentation and Safety in Generator and Distribution system
2.3.2 Auxiliary Diesel Generator Alarm and Shut Down
2.3.3 Automatic Starting of Propulsion Auxiliaries

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2.4

Steam Boiler
2.4.1 Following failures will have alarms and display - feed water highsalinity, high water level, boiler pressure high and low,superheated outlet temperature high, fuel pump low outletpressure, heavy fuel temperature high and low (or high and low
viscosity), uptake high gas temperature, control system power
failure, atomization steam / air pressure low
2.4.2 Following failures will have alarms, display and automatic
shutdown of boiler - low water level, supply air pressure failure,ignition or flame failure.

3. Design Features of High-Voltage Installations
3.1

Design Features of High-Voltage Installations
3.1.1 Generation and distribution of high voltage on ships
3.1.2 Electric propulsion system
3.1.3 Synchro-convertors and cyclo-convertors
3.1.4 Functional, operational and safety requirements for a marine
high- voltage system
3.1.5 Assigning qualified personnel to carry out maintenance andrepair of high-voltage switchgear of various types
3.1.6 High voltage system advantages
3.1.7 Advantages of an insulated system
3.1.8 High voltage circuit breakers
3.1.9 High voltage cable
3.1.10 High voltage fuses
3.1.11 Remedial action necessary during faults in a high-voltage
system3.1.12 Switching strategy for isolating components of a high- voltage
system3.1.13 Selection of suitable apparatus for isolation and testing of highvoltage equipment
3.1.14 Switching and isolation procedure on a marine high-voltage
system, complete with safety documentation
3.1.15 Performance of insulation resistance and polarization index onhigh-voltage equipment

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3.2

Safe Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage Systems
3.2.1 Knows how to use HV personal protection equipment (PPE):
insulated gloves, goggles, insulating bars, insulating footwear,
mates earthing cables, HV testers
3.2.2 Knows terms of certification of personal equipment
3.2.3 Explains HV safety procedures:-

Permission and co-ordination of HV works-

Information, warnings and protection against unauthorized
influence on safety-

Assistance during HV work-

Checking for voltage presence before any work starts

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F2 - Module 2
Competence: Manage Trouble Shooting Restoration of Electrical andElectronic Control Equipment to Operating Condition (Practical
Knowledge)
1. Trouble Shooting of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
1.1

Electrical Safety
1.1.1 Safety procedures to be adopted when working on electricalinstallations.
1.1.2 The effects of electric current on the human body.

1.2

Test Equipment
1.2.1 Practical use of Meggers, multi-meters and CRO.
1.2.2 Care and precautions for carrying out open, short and insulation
measurement test

1.3

Interpretation of Circuit Symbols
1.3.1 Circuit components, functional description.
1.3.2 Construction of simple electrical circuits using relays, timers,
contactors and other components.

1.4

Logical six step troubleshooting procedure
1.4.1 Symptom identification
1.4.2 Symptom analysis
1.4.3 Listing of probable faulty function
1.4.4 Localizing of faulty function
1.4.5 Localizing trouble to circuit
1.4.6 Failure analysis

1.5

Generation
1.5.1 Alternators, excitation methods, AVR and auto-synchronizing
equipment.
1.5.2 Manual load sharing and modern load sharing equipment

1.6

Prime Mover Electrical Controls
1.6.1 Description, identification and operation of control componentsof the prime mover for the alternator.

1.7

Main Circuit Breaker
1.7.1 Operating and Servicing

1.8

Protection of Generators
1.8.1 Instrumentation and control associated with the electricalprotection of the generating plant
1.8.2 Routine Maintenance

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1.9

Electrical Distribution Systems
1.9.1 General layout, problems encountered using neutral
configuration
1.9.2 Fault tracing in distribution circuits

1.10

Motors
1.10.1 Review of motor features and starting arrangements. Trouble
shooting
1.10.2 Speed control of a.c. motors using solid state devices. Softstarters

1.11

Electrical Survey Requirements
1.11.1 Conducting tests to the requirements of survey

1.12

Caliber & Adjust Transmitters & Controllers
1.12.1 Differential pressure transmitter calibration.
1.12.2 Electronic temperature transmitter calibration.
1.12.3 The operation of a PID controller.
1.12.4 Tuning a PID controller.
1.12.5 Governors and controllable pitch propeller control.
1.12.6 Tests, faults, and solutions.

1.13

Control System Fault Finding
1.13.1 Fault finding methods.
1.13.2 Governor faults.
1.13.3 Evaluation and rectification of common control systems.
1.13.4 Testing alarm and monitoring systems.
1.13.5 Electric power supply for control systems.

2. Function Test of Electrical, Electronic Control Equipment and Safety
Devices
2.1

Function test of Electrical, Electronic Control Equipment and
Safety Devices But Not Limited To
2.1.1 Function test Over Current Relay (OCR)
2.1.2 Function test Relays and magnetic contactors
2.1.3 Function test Timers
2.1.4 Function test Fuses
2.1.5 Function test MCCB
2.1.6 Function test ACB
2.1.7 Function test Diodes
2.1.8 Function test Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR)
2.1.9 Function test Temperature, Pressure and Level transmitters:
2.1.10 Function test Over speed Protection Devices
2.1.11 Function test Flame Scanners
2.1.12 Function test Fire Detecting System

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3. Trouble Shooting of Monitoring Systems
1.1

Test and Calibrations of Sensors and Transducers of Monitoring
Systems But Not Limited To
1.1.1 Testing and calibration of pressure sensor and transducer
1.1.2 Testing and calibration of temperature sensor and transducer
1.1.3 Testing and calibration of flow sensor and transducer
1.1.4 Testing and calibration of level sensor and transducer
1.1.5 Testing and calibration of tachometer sensor and transducer
1.1.6 Testing and calibration of viscometer sensor and transducer

4. Software Version Control
4.1

Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
4.1.1 Basics of PLC operation
4.1.2 Comparison between hard-wired and programmable control
operation
4.1.3 Advantages of PLCs
4.1.4 Binary number conversion
4.1.5 Digital logic gates and its practical application
4.1.6 Inputs and output modules and configuration of PLCs
4.1.7 Understanding of ladder logic and PLCs programming
4.1.8 Human Machine Interface (HMI) and alteration of parameters in
the program
4.1.9 Basic software version and control of access.
4.1.10 Maintenance of Electronic Control
Controlled processes

Equipment

and

PLC

4.1.11 Checking the program validity and faultfinding and restoration ofprocess with the help of PLCs
4.2

Microcontrollers
4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
4.2.5
4.2.6
4.2.7

Introduction to microcontroller
Basics of microcontroller
Analog to digital convertor
Digital interfaces
Serial peripheral interface
Communication with PC
Code integration

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4.3

Digital Techniques
4.3.1 Basic Logic gates and derived Logic gates. Boolean algebra.
4.3.2 Principles and operation of digital integrated circuits (TTL andCMOS), adders, flip flops, registers, counters, multiplexers,
encoders and decoders.
4.3.3 Memories, RAM, ROM, PROM, EPROM,UVPROM
4.3.4 Microprocessors, principles of operation, input/output functions,application in marine control systems, programs, alteration ofvalues
4.3.5 Single integrated circuit containing a processor core, memory,and programmable input/output peripherals.
4.3.6 Program memory in the form of NOR flash or OTP ROM is also
often included on chip and RAM.
4.3.7 Microcontrollers- designed for embedded applications and realtime response to events
4.3.8 Typical input and output devices- switches, relays, solenoids,
LEDs, radio frequency devices, and sensors for data such astemperature, humidity, light level etc.
4.3.9 Description and use of General Purpose Input / Output pins
(GPIO).
4.3.10 Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
4.3.11 Digital-to-analog converter (DAC)

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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR AT THE
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FUNCTION CONTENTS
Function 3 (F3):

Maitenance and Repair at the Manegemnt Level

Part A: Course Framework
1. Scope
2. Learning Objectives
3. Entry Standards
4. Course Intake Limitation
5. Staff Requirements
6. Training Facilities
7. Training Equipment
8. Certificate of Course Completion
9. Suggested Textbooks and References
Part B: Course Outline
1. Competence
2. Topics
3. Time Allocation for Each Topic
4. Total Hours for Function 2

Part C: Course Syllabus
1. F3 - Module 1: Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance and Repair
Procedures
2. F3 - Module 2: Detect and Identify the Cause of Machinery Malfunctions
and Correct Faults
3. F3 - Module 3:

Ensure Safe Working Practices

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SCOPEThis Function covers the mandatory requirements for knowledge, understanding
and proficiencies for “Maintenance and Repair at the Management Level” asprovided for under the 2010 STCW Manila Amendments, Regulation III/2 inrelation to Section A-III/2, Table A-III/2 thereof. The topics were carefully selectedfollowing a course mapping based on the revised IMO Model Course 7.02 and therevised BSMarE program under CMO No. 32, series of 2013, which now covers
specific management level topics under this function.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the training under this Function, trainees shall be
expected to have gained the minimum knowledge, understanding andproficiencies needed to carry out and undertake at the management level thetasks, duties and responsibilities for maintenance and repair on seagoing ships
powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more .
ENTRY STANDARD

Entrants to this course must be Marine Engineer Officers who are holders of COC
under Regulation III/1 of the STCW ’78 Convention, as amended and have notless than one (1) year of seagoing service as officer in charge of an engineering
watch on seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW
propulsion power or more.
COURSE INTAKE LIMITATION

Trainees shall not exceed 24 students per class

Practical training using a full mission engine simulators shall follow a manmachine ration of 4:1

STAFF REQUIREMENTS
Every METI offering this Management Level Course shall have a Training
Supervisor, a minimum of two (2) instructors and an assessor for the course;
subject the approval by the Administration in accordance with MARINA Circular(MC) No. 2013-03, as amended by MC 2013-12, series of 2013. The qualification
requirements shall be as follows:

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
Training Supervisor

Holder of at least a Bachelor of Science Degree;Have not less than one (1) year experience in maritime education andtraining;

Have an understanding of the training course and the specific objectives of
the training being conducted under his supervision; and

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement.

Instructors
Management Level Engineering Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement;

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a COC as Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;Holder of a valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) License as
Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;

If conducting training using simulator:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the “Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor” (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Have gained practical operational experience on the particular typeof simulator being used

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
AssessorsManagement Level Engineer Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a valid PRC License as Management Level Engineer Officer;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Training Course in Assessment,
Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12);Have gained practical assessment experience as understudy for not lessthan three (3) times;

If conducting assessment involving the use of simulators:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Has gained practical assessment experience on the particular type ofsimulator being used under the supervision and to the satisfaction ofan experienced Assessor for a minimum of for not less than three(3) times.

Resource Person
The METI may be allowed to engage the services of other persons withestablished expertise on particular topics, provided that the Administration shall be
duly informed at least five (5) working days prior to engagement.
NOTE TO METIs:
The foregoing are the qualification standards that must be met by the Instructors,
Assessors and Supervisor. In addition, METIs shall exercise utmost diligence andresponsibility in the selection of such Staff and ensure that they are appropriately
qualified to carry out effective teaching, assessment and supervision of thecourse, respectively.

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TRAINING FACILITIESFor the theoretical part, a classroom with multi-media over-head projector, with acomputer set, and a white board with eraser will be utilized, among others. This
does not however preclude METIs from utilizing additional teaching aids tofacilitate learning.
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
A Full Mission Engine Simulator certified as Class “A” or similar category showing
reference to STCW Table A-III/2, by an internationally recognized Classification
Society, capable of simulating a total shipboard engine operations; orPractical laboratory equipment for maintenance and repair.
CERTIFICATE OF COURSE COMPLETION
Trainees, who successfully completed this Function and passed the assessment
thereof, shall be issued a Certificate of Completion. The format of such certificate
shall be in accordance with the format prescribed by the Administration.
SUGGESTED TEXT BOOKS AND REFERENCES
For the textbooks and reference materials, METIs should refer to the list of
Teaching Aids, Videos, References, Textbooks and Bibliographies indicated in therevised IMO Model Course 7.02 validated during the 44 th Session of the IMO SubCommittee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping. This does not however
preclude METIs from utilizing other relevant and more updated books andreferences that may be available or prescribed by the Administration. METIs shall
exercise prudence and utmost responsibility in selecting the textbooks andreferences for this Function to ensure that only relevant and up-to-date ones shallbe used.

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FUNCTION 3

PART B
COURSE OUTLINE

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MAIN TOPICS

NO. OF
HOURS

Competence
F3 - Module 1: Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance andRepair Procedures
1. Marine engineering practice5

2. Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance and Repair
Procedures

10

3. Planning Maintenance, Including Statutory and Class
Verifications

5

4. Planning Repairs

5

F3 - Module 2: Detect and Identify the Cause of Machinery
Malfunctions and Correct Faults (Practical
Knowledge)
1. Detection of Machinery Malfunctions, Location of Faults andAction to Prevent Damage

5

2. Inspection and Adjustment of Equipment

5

3. Non-Destructive Examination

10

F3 - Module 3: Ensure Safe Working Practices (Practical
Knowledge)
1. Safe Working Practices
TOTAL FOR FUNCTION 3:

21
66

General Rule on Time Allocation:
METIs must note that the number of hours allocated for the topics in thisFunction are the minimum and can be increased as may be necessary to cover
new requirements, laws, rules and regulations, new developments, trends andpractices in the maritime industry.

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FUNCTION 3

PART CCOURSE SYLLABUS

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F3 - Module 1
Competence: Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance and Repair Procedures
1. Marine Engineering Practice (Theoretical Knowledge)
1.1
Discuss the preparation and use of planned maintenance systems(PMS) as per ISM Code1.1.1 Objective of PMS
1.1.2 Equipment covered under PMS
1.1.3 Critical Equipment
1.1.4 Preparation of vessel specific PMS
1.1.5 Maintenance schedule and job procedures
1.1.6 Updating of maintenance schedule
1.1.7 Spare parts inventory
1.1.8 Recording of defects
2 Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance and Repair Procedures
Relevant to 1
2.1

Manage safe and effective maintenance and repair procedures
relevant to 1
2.1.1 Discusses the preparation and practice of Dry-docking, In-Water
survey and lay up--

Dry-dock repair file
Preparation of dry-dock repair specification
Dry-docking and in-water survey
Initial and final dry-dock inspection
Supporting the vessel in dry-dockPreparations for dry-docking and undocking
Survey work and maintenance during dry-dock
Typical arrangement for the supply of electrical power, fresh
water and sanitation facilities while the vessel is in dry-dockSpecial arrangements during dry-dock for the prevention offires and explosions
The management of oil and water tanks during dry-docks.
Testing of tanks by hydrostatic and pneumatic means
Describe the preparations, inspections, records, planning,
maintenance and events which occur with dry docking andin-water hull surveys
Lay ups. Plan aspects of dry-docking, in water hull cleaning,and vessel layup/reactivation.

3 Manage Safe and Effective Maintenance and Repair Procedures
Practical Knowledge
3.1

Planning maintenance, including statutory and class verifications
relevant to 1

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3.1.1 Discusses procedures for planned maintenance that requires
dismantling and inspection/calibrations-

Dismantled in sequential order as per manufacturer’s
instruction manual
Cleaned prior to inspection
Inspected and/or calibrated as appropriate
Items are assessed to determine whether can be reused orneed to be replace/repaired/reconditioned
Above information recorded in maintenance record ofequipment/machines
Entry completed in spare parts inventory

4 Planning Repairs (Practical Knowledge)
4.1

Planning repairs relevant to 1
4.1.1 Conducts planned maintenance that involves assembly andtesting-

Individual parts are tested as per manufacturer’s instruction
manualParts are assembled in sequential order as per
manufacturer’s instruction manualPre-start checks are carried out in accordance with
manufacturer’s instruction manual
Equipment / machinery is run up and relevant performance
criteria are compared and recorded
Updating of maintenance schedule records

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F3 - Module 2
Competence: Detect and Identify the Cause of Machinery Malfunctions andCorrect Faults
1. Detection of Machinery Malfunctions, Location of Faults and Action toPrevent Damage
1.1

Unplanned Maintenance1.1.1 Discusses the initial action taken when fault is first identified,considering vessel’s safety
1.1.2 Notifies the bridge potential problems in good time
1.1.3 Re-assesses priorities and scheduled work in light of identified
fault
1.1.4 Errors are acknowledged, reported, recorded and corrective
action taken.

2. Inspection and Adjustment of Equipment
2.1

Inspection and adjustment of equipment relevant to 1.1
2.1.1 Discusses daily, weekly, monthly and routine inspection as per
manufacturer’s instruction manual
2.1.2 Identifies inspection of equipment as per class and statutory
requirements
2.1.3 Completes adjustment of equipment as per manufacturer’s
instruction manual
2.1.4 Identifies the special tools for adjustment of equipment

3. Non-destructive Examination
3.1

Different types of non-destructive examination
3.1.1 Discusses the practice and limitations of Visual Inspection- Unaided visual inspection- Use of optical aids
- Application of visual inspection on board ship
3.1.2 Discusses the use of dye penetrant testing- Use of cleaner, penetrant and developer- Inspection and evaluation
3.1.3 Discusses the use of Magnetic Particle Testing- Principles of magnetic particle testing- Magnetizing using electromagnetic- Use of premixed aerosol cans of wet fluorescent iron oxide
visible in ultraviolet rays
- Use of cracked detection of tail end shat taper

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3.1.4 Discusses the use of Radiography- Use of radiography in testing welds
3.1.5 Discusses the use of portable hardness measurement- Measurement of hardness by portable instrument- Used on board to check harness of turbocharger compressor
impeller
3.1.6 Discusses the use of Thermography- Use of thermographic camera using infrared imaging- Used on board for measurement of temperature variations

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F3 - Module 3
Competence: Ensure Safe Working Practices
1. Safe Working Practices
1.1
Explains risk assessment practices and their use on board ship
1.1.1 Elements of risk assessment
1.1.2 Identify hazards
1.1.3 Identify risk control
1.1.4 Estimate risks
1.1.5 Determine tolerability of risks
1.1.6 Prepare risk control and action plan
1.2

Discusses the role of safety officials on board
1.2.1 Safety officer
1.2.2 Safety committee
1.2.3 Safety inspections’
1.2.4 Investigation of accidents and dangerous occurrences

1.3

Discusses the use of personal protective equipment
1.3.1 Types of personal protective equipment

1.4

Explains the requirements to ensure that work equipment is safe
1.4.1 Maintenance1.4.2 Inspection
1.4.3 Training
1.4.4 Electrical Equipment

1.5

Discusses the use of safety induction procedures
1.5.1 Emergency procedures and fire precautions
1.5.2 Accidents and medical emergencies
1.5.3 Health and hygiene
1.5.4 Good housekeeping
1.5.5 Environment responsibilities
1.5.6 Occupational health and safety

1.6

Explains the precautions required to minimize the risk of fire
1.6.1 Smoking
1.6.2 Electrical fittings
1.6.3 Spontaneous combustion
1.6.4 Precautions in machinery spaces

1.7

Explains typical shipboard emergency procedures
1.7.1 Actions in the event of fire
1.7.2 Muster and drills

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1.8

Discusses the requirements to ensure the safe movement of
personnel
1.8.1 Lightning
1.8.2 Guarding of openings
1.8.3 Watertight doors

1.9

Discusses safe work practices when
1.9.1 Working aloft
1.9.2 Portable ladders
1.9.3 Lagging of steam and exhaust pipes
1.9.4 Unmanned machinery spaces
1.9.5 Refrigeration machinery

1.10

Identifies the risks and the safety precautions and procedures forentering enclosed or confined spaces
1.10.1 Identifying hazards- Oxygen deficiencies- Toxicity of oil and other substances- Flammability- Other hazards
1.10.2 Breathing apparatus and resuscitation equipment
1.10.3 Preparing the space for entry
1.10.4 Testing atmosphere of the space
1.10.5 Procedures and arrangement before entry
1.10.6 Procedures and arrangements during entry
1.10.7 Procedures on completion

1.11

Discusses the use of permit to work systems
1.11.1 Work in unmanned machinery spaces
1.11.2 Entry in enclosed or confined spaces
1.11.3 Hot Work1.11.4 Working aloft
1.11.5 Electrical system for other than electrical officer

1.12

Identifies safe practices for manual handling1.12.1 Musculo-skeletal injuries due to an unsatisfactorily working
method
1.12.2 Appropriate steps to reduce risk injury

1.13

Discusses the safe use of common shipboard equipment
1.13.1 Use of tools and equipment
1.13.2 Abrasive wheels
1.13.3 High pressure hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
1.13.4 Ropes

1.14

Explain procedures for the safe use of lifting plant
1.14.1 Safe working load (SWL)
1.14.2 Register of lifting appliances, markings and certificates
1.14.3 Regular maintenance1.14.4 Examination, inspection and testing
1.14.5 Safety measures

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1.15

Discusses procedures for the maintenance of machinery
1.15.1 Precautions before maintenance1.15.2 Warning notices not to start machines
1.15.3 Securing heavy parts during maintenance

1.16

Discusses procedures for undertaking hot work on board ship
1.16.1 Pre-use equipment test
1.16.2 Precautions against fire and explosion
1.16.3 Precautions during use of electric arc welding
1.16.4 Compressed gas cylinders
1.16.5 Gas welding and cutting

1.17

Explains the preparation and use of paint systems onboard ship
1.17.1 Preparation and precautions

1.18

Discusses procedures for working
substances
1.18.1 Carcinogens and mutagens
1.18.2 Asbestos dust
1.18.3 Use of chemical; agents
1.18.4 Safety data sheet

1.19

Discusses procedures for minimizing adverse effects of noise andvibrations
1.19.1 Assessing exposure to noise
1.19.2 Types of vibration and their effects
1.19.3 Prevention and control of exposure to noise and vibrations

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FUNCTION 4CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND
CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE
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FUNCTION CONTENTS
Function 4 (F4):Maitenance and Repair at the Manegement Level

Part A: Course Framework
1. Scope
2. Learning Objectives
3. Entry Standards
4. Course Intake Limitation
5. Staff Requirements
6. Training Facilities
7. Training Equipment
8. Certificate of Course Completion
9. Suggested Textbooks and References

Part B: Course Outline
1. Competence
2. Topics
3. Time Allocation for Each Topic
4. Total Hours for Function 2
Part C: Course Syllabus
1. F4 - Module 1:

Control, trim and stability

2. F4 - Module 2:

Maintain safety and security of the ship’s crew andpassengers and the operational condition of life-saving,fire-fighting and other safety systems

3. F4 - Module 3:

Develop emergency and damage control plans andhandle emergencies

4. F4 - Module 4:

Use of leadership and managerial skills

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SCOPEThis Function covers the mandatory requirements for knowledge, understanding andproficiencies for “Controlling the Operation of the Ship and Care of Persons On Board
at the Management Level” as provided for under the 2010 STCW Manila Amendments,
Regulation III/2 in relation to Section A-III/2, Table A-III/2 thereof. The topics were
carefully selected following a course mapping based on the revised IMO Model Course
7.02 and the revised BSME program under CMO No. 32, series of 2013, which now
covers specific management level topics under this function.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of the training under this Function, trainees shall be
expected to have gained the minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiencies
needed to carry out and undertake at the management level the tasks, duties andresponsibilities in controlling the operation of the ship and care of persons on board
ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more.
ENTRY STANDARD

Entrants to this course must be Marine Engineer Officers who are holders of COC
under Regulation III/1 of the STCW ’78 Convention, as amended and have not lessthan one (1) year of seagoing service as officer in charge of an engineering watch on
seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or
more.
COURSE INTAKE LIMITATION

Trainees shall not exceed 24 students per class.



Practical training using a full mission engine simulator shall follow a man-machineration of 4:1.

STAFF REQUIREMENTS
Every METI offering this Management Level Course shall have a Training Supervisor,a minimum of two (2) instructors and an assessor for the course; subject theapproval by the Administration in accordance with MARINA Circular (MC) No. 201303, as amended by MC 2013-12, series of 2013. The qualification requirements shallbe as follows:

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
Training Supervisor

Holder of at least a Bachelor of Science Degree;Have not less than one (1) year experience in maritime education andtraining;

Have an understanding of the training course and the specific objectives of
the training being conducted under his supervision; and

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement.

Instructors
Management Level Engineering Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of Instructor’s Training Course (IMO
Model Course 6.09) or 18 earned units in teacher education coveringteaching methodologies, test and measurement;

Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a COC as Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;Holder of a valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) License as
Management Level Marine Engineer Officer;

If conducting training using simulator:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the “Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor” (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Have gained practical operational experience on the particular typeof simulator being used

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STAFF REQUIREMENTS (Continued…)
AssessorsManagement Level Engineer Officer with not less than one (1) year
seagoing service in that capacity on board a ship powered by main
propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Management Level Course forMarine Engineer Officers;Holder of a valid PRC License as Management Level Engineer Officer;Holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Training Course in Assessment,
Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12);Have gained practical assessment experience as understudy for not lessthan three (3) times;

If conducting assessment involving the use of simulators:‒ Must be holder of a Certificate of Completion of the Train the
Simulator Trainer and Assessor (IMO Model Course 6.10), or
approved Training Course for Simulator Instructors and Assessors;and‒ Has gained practical assessment experience on the particular type ofsimulator being used under the supervision and to the satisfaction ofan experienced Assessor for a minimum of for not less than three(3) times.

Resource Person
The METI may be allowed to engage the services of other persons withestablished expertise on particular topics, provided that the Administration shall be
duly informed at least five (5) working days prior to engagement.
NOTE TO METIs:
The foregoing are the qualification standards that must be met by the Instructors,
Assessors and Supervisor. In addition, METIs shall exercise utmost diligence andresponsibility in the selection of such Staff and ensure that they are appropriately
qualified to carry out effective teaching, assessment and supervision of thecourse, respectively.

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TRAINING FACILITIESFor the theoretical part, a classroom with multi-media over-head projector, with acomputer set, and a white board with eraser will be utilized, among others. This
does not however preclude METIs from utilizing additional teaching aids tofacilitate learning.
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
A Full Mission Engine Room Simulator certified as Class “A” or similar category
showing reference to STCW Table A-III/2, by an internationally recognizedClassification Society, capable of simulating the required knowledge,
understanding and proficiencies (KUPs) for controlling the operation of the ship
and care of persons on board at the management level in the aforesaid Table, withbriefing and debriefing room.
CERTIFICATE OF COURSE COMPLETION
Trainees, who successfully completed this Function and passed the assessment
thereof, shall be issued a Certificate of Completion. The format of such certificate
shall be in accordance with the format prescribed by the Administration.
SUGGESTED TEXT BOOKS AND REFERENCES
For the textbooks and reference materials, METIs should refer to the list of
Teaching Aids, Videos, References, Textbooks and Bibliographies indicated in therevised IMO Model Course 7.02 validated during the 44 th Session of the IMO SubCommittee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping. This does not however
preclude METIs from utilizing other relevant and more updated books andreferences that may be available or prescribed by the Administration. METIs shall
exercise prudence and utmost responsibility in selecting the textbooks andreferences for this Function to ensure that only relevant and up-to-date ones shallbe used.

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FUNCTION 4PART B
COURSE OUTLINE

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MAIN TOPICS

NO. OF
HOURS

Competence
F4 - Module 1: Control Trim, Stability and Stress
1. Fundamental principles of ship construction, trim andstability
2. Effect on trim and stability in the event of damage andflooding
3. Knowledge of IMO recommendations concerning shipstability

63
112

F4 - Module 2: Maintain safety and security of the ship’s crew
and passengers and the operational condition oflife-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems
1. Knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations
2. Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons onboard in emergencies
3. Actions to limit damage and salve the ship following a fire,
explosion, collision or grounding

2
4
4

F4 - Module 3: Develop emergency and damage control plans
and handle emergency
1. Preparation of contingency plans for response to
emergencies
2. Ship construction including damage control

94

F4 - Module 4: Use of leadership and managerial skills
1. Shipboard personnel management and training

16

2. Related international maritime conventions,recommendations and national legislation
3. Application of task and workload management
4. Effective resource management
5. Decision-making techniques

4

6. Development, implementation and oversight of standard
operating procedures
TOTAL FOR FUNCTION 4:

8
10
7
1

145

General Rule on Time Allocation:
METIs must note that the number of hours allocated for the topics in this Function are theminimum and can be increased as may be necessary to cover new requirements, laws,
rules and regulations, new developments, trends and practices in the maritime industry.

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FUNCTION 4PART CCOURSE SYLLABUS

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F4 - Module 1
Competence: Control Trim, Stability and Stress
1. Fundamental Principles of Ship Construction, Trim and1.1

Ship Stresses
1.1.1 stresses in ship structures: longitudinal bending, still water
bending, load diagram, shear force diagram, bending moment
diagram, hogging, sagging, wave bending, and transverse
bending.
1.1.2 Docking, grounding.
1.1.3 Pounding, panting.

1.2

Watertight Integrity and Weather tight doors
1.2.1 Explains the general design and construction features of SOLAS
compliant vessels in terms of watertight integrity---

explains the possible effects of sustaining damage when in aless favorable condition
states that the number of openings in watertight bulkheads ofpassenger ships should be reduced to the minimum
compatible with the design and working of the ship
categorizes watertight doors as:class 1 - hinged doors
class 2 - hand-opened sliding doors
class 3 - sliding doors which are power-operated as well as
hand-operated
states that all types of watertight doors should be capable ofbeing closed with the ship listed to 15° either way
describes with sketches the arrangement of a poweroperated sliding watertight door
describes with sketches a hinged watertight door, showing
the means of securing it
states that hinged watertight doors are only permitted above
a deck at least 2.0 meters above the deepest subdivisionload line

Cargo Vessels- distinguishes between ships of Type ‘A‘ and Type ‘B‘ for the
purposes of computation of freeboard- describes the extent of damage which a Type ‘A‘ ship of over
150 meters length should withstand- explains that a Type ‘A‘ ship of over 150 meters length isdescribed as a ‗one- compartment ship
- describes the requirements for survivability of Type ‘B‘ ships
with reduced freeboard assigned- summarizes the equilibrium conditions regarded assatisfactory after flooding
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All Ships- states that openings in watertight bulkheads must be fittedwith watertight doors- explains that weather tight doors in superstructure openings
are similar to hinged watertight doors- states that drills for the operating of watertight doors, side
scuttles, valves and other closing mechanisms must be held
weekly- states the requirements for watertight openings to be closed
at sea- discusses procedures for ensuring that all watertightopenings are closed- states that all watertight doors in main transverse bulkheads,
in use at sea, must be operated daily- states that watertight doors and their mechanisms andindicators, all valves the closing of which is necessary to
make a compartment watertight and all valves for damagecontrol cross-connections must be inspected at sea at least
once per week
- states that records of drills and inspections are to be enteredin the log, with a record of any defects found
1.3

Ship Dynamics
Explains
1.3.1 Rolling – period of roll and isochronous rolling
1.3.2 Pitching
1.3.3 Heaving
1.3.4 Bilge keels.
1.3.5 Fin Stabilizers.
1.3.6 Passive and active anti-roll tanks.
1.3.7 Vibration.

1.4 Corrosion and its Prevention
1.4.1 explains what is meant by corrosion
1.4.2 explains what is meant by erosion of metals and gives examplesof where this is likely to occur
1.4.3 describes the formation of a corrosion cell and defines anode,cathode and electrolyte
1.4.4 states that corrosion takes place at the anode while the cathoderemains unaffected
1.4.5 describes the galvanic series of metals in seawater
1.4.6 given the galvanic series, states which of two metals will form
the anode in a corrosion cell
1.4.7 explains the differences in surface condition or in stressconcentration can give rise to corrosion cells between two areasof the same metal

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1.4.8 states that corrosion can be controlled by:- applying a protective coating to isolate the steel from the airor from seawater electrolyte- using cathodic protection to prevent steel from forming theanode of a corrosion cell
1.4.9 explains that cathodic protection can only be used to protect theunderwater hull or ballasted tanks
1.4.10 states that both of the methods mentioned above are normallyused together
1.4.11 explains what mill scale is and states that it is cathodic to mildsteel
1.4.12 describes the treatment of steel in a shipyard and the use ofholding primers (shop primers)
1.4.13 explains that the required preparation of steelwork depends
upon the type of paint to be applied
1.4.14 states that many modem paints, such as epoxy andpolyurethane, need to be applied to a very clean shot-blasted
surface
1.4.15 states that paints consist mainly of a vehicle, a pigment and asolvent, and explains the purpose of each
1.4.16 explains the suitability of the following paint types for various
applications as:- drying oils
- oleo-resins- alkyd resins- polymerizing chemicals- bitumen
1.4.17 describes the action of anti-fouling paint1.4.18 describes the use of self-polishing anti-fouling paint1.4.19 explains the ban on harmful types of antifouling paint1.4.20 describes typical paint schemes for- underwater areas- boot topping- topsides- weather decks- superstructures- tank interiors
1.4.21 states the safety precautions to take when using paints
1.4.22 describes the system of cathodic protection using sacrificial
anodes
1.4.23 lists the metals and alloys which may be used as anodes
1.4.24 explains why anodes of magnesium and of magnesium alloy are
not permitted in cargo/ballast tanks and in adjacent tanks intankers
1.4.25 states that good electrical contact between the anode and thehull or tank is essential
1.4.26 explains why the anodes are insulated from the hull
1.4.27 describes the impressed-current system of hull protection
1.4.28
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often automatically, by use of a reference cell
1.4.30 states that electrical connection with the hull via slip rings andbrushes on the rudder stock and propeller shaft ensuresprotection of the rudder and propeller
1.4.31 explains that, as the underwater paintwork deteriorates, higher
currents are required for protection
1.4.32 states that too high a current can result in damage to paintwork
and a chalky deposit on areas of bare metal, which has to be
removed before repainting can be carried out
1.4.33 states that a protective shield of epoxy resin is applied for about
1 meter around the anodes to withstand the alkaline conditions
there
1.5 Survey and Dry-docking
1.5.1 states the frequency of classification society surveys
1.5.2 states that intervals between dry-dockings may be extended up
to 2.5 years where a ship has high-resistance paint and an
approved automatic impressed- current cathodic protection
system
1.5.3 states that continuous hull survey, in which all compartments are
examined over a 5-year period, may replace the special surveys
1.5.4 explains all types of survey a ship is subjected to, including but
limiting to: Initial Survey, Renewal Survey, Periodical Survey,
Intermediate Survey, Annual Survey, Inspection of the outside of
the ships bottom, Additional Survey.
1.5.5 Explains the harmonized system of ship survey and certification
1.5.6 Explains Condition Assessment Scheme (CAS) for oil tankers
and Condition Assessment Programme (CAP)
1.5.7 lists the items inspected at annual survey as:- protection of openings: hatches, ventilators, cargo doors,side scuttles, overside discharges and any other openings
through which water might enter- guardrails- water-clearing arrangements, freeing ports, scuppers- means of access to crews quarters and working areas
1.5.8 states that the inspections listed above are also required for theannual inspection under the International Convention on LoadLines
1.5.9 lists the items to examine in dry-dock as:- shell plating- cathodic protection fittings- rudder- stem frame- propeller
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1.5.10 describes the examinations to be made of the items listed above
1.5.11 describes the cleaning, preparation and painting of the hull in
dry-dock
1.5.12 calculates paint quantities, given the formula for wetted surface
area as:S = 2.58 √ Δ L
where S = surface area in m2
Δ = displacement in tones
L = length of ship in meters
1.6

Stability
1.6.1 Approximate Calculation of Areas and Volumes--

states the trapezoidal rule for the area under a curve in termsof the number of ordinates, the interval and the ordinate
valuesuses the trapezoidal rule to find the area under a curve
defined by given ordinates
states Simpson‘s first rule as
A= h (y1 + 4y2 + y3) / 3
where:-

A = area under curve
h = interval length
y1, y2, y3 are ordinates

writes down the repeated first rule for any odd number ofordinates
uses Simpson‘s first rule to find the area under a curve
defined by an odd number of ordinates
states that the area is exact for a linear, quadratic or cubic
curve but an approximation otherwise
states, Simpson‘s second rule as
A = 3h (y1 + 3y2 + 3y3+ y4) / 8
where: A = areah = interval length
y1, y2, y3, y4 are ordinates-

writes down the repeated second rule for 7, 10, 13, etc,
ordinates
uses Simpson‘s second rule to find the area under a curve
defined by a suitable number of given ordinates
states that the area is exact for linear, quadratic or cubic
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h = interval length
y1, y2, y3, are ordinatesuses Simpson‘s rules to find the area under a curve definedby any number of ordinates
explains that the volume of a body may be calculated byusing Simpson‘s rules with cross-sectional areas as
ordinates
calculates the volume of a ship to a stated draught byapplying Simpson‘s rules to given cross-sectional areas orwaterplane areas
uses Simpson‘s first, second and 5/8-1 Rules to approximate
areas and volumes of ship structure and GZ curves with any
number of ordinates and intermediate ordinatesuses Simpson's 1st and 2nd Rules for 1st moments andcentroids.
apply Simpson's Rules to find centroids.
uses Simpson‘s Rules to find common areas such as,
waterplanes, sections and bulkheads.
calculate Vertical Centre of Buoyancy, VCB; Longitudinal
Centre of Buoyancy, LCB of ship shapes.
applies Simpson's 1st and 2nd Rules for 2nd moments ofarea.
Calculates transverse moment of inertia, IT; Longitudinal
moment of inertia, IL of ship shapes.
explains why the density of the water in the dock should betaken at the same time as the draughts are read
describes the statical and dynamic effects on stability of the
movement of liquids with a free surface
calculates the virtual reduction in GM for liquids with a freesurface in spaces with rectangular and triangularwaterplanes
deduces from the above objective that halving the breadth of
a tank reduces the free surface effect to one eight of its
original value
deduces that the subdividing a tank at the centre reduces its
free surface effect to one quarter of that of theundivided tankstates that the quantity ‘inertia x density of liquid‘ is called the‘free surface moment‘ of the tank, in tone-metersstates that information for calculating free surface effect isincluded in tank capacity tables
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the tanko as a loss of GM, in tabulated form for a range ofdraughts (displacements) for a stated density of liquidin the tanko corrects free surface moments when a tank contains aliquid of different density from that slated in thecapacity tableo given a ship‘s displacement and the contents of its
tanks, uses the information from ship‘s stability
information as to calculate the loss of GM due to slacktanks
o given a ship‘s departure conditions and the daily
consumption of fuel, water and stores, calculates theGM allowing for free surfaces on arrival at destination
Stability at Moderate and Large Angles of Heel-states that the formula GZ = GM sin θ does not hold forangles in excess of about 10ºstates that the initial KM is calculated from
KM = KB + BM-

uses a metacentric diagram to obtain values of KM, KB and
BM for given draughts
states that the transverse BM = I / V
Where: I = second moment of area of thewaterplane about the centre line;
V = underwater volume of the ship-

states that for a rectangular waterplane I = LB3/ 12
where:-

L is the length of the waterplane;
B is the breadth of the waterplaneshows that, for a box-shaped vessel,
KM = (B2 /12d) + (d / 2)
where: d = draught--

states that, for moderate and large angles of heel, values of
GZ found by calculating the position of the centre ofbuoyancy are provided by the shipbuilder for a range ofdisplacements and angles of heel for an assumed position of
the centre of gravity
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explains how to use the initial metacentric height as an aid todrawing the curve
identifies from the curve the approximate angle at which thedeck edge immerses
describes the effect of increased freeboard on the curve of
statical stability for a ship with the same initial GM
states that the righting lever, GZ, may be found from thewall-sided formula up to the angle at which the deck edge isimmersed
given the wall-sided formula:and other relevant data, calculates the value of GZ for astated angle of heel-shows that, for small angles of heel, the termfor GZ at small angles of heel---uses the wall-sided formula for calculating the angle of loll of
an initially unstable shipcompares the result in the above objective with that obtainedby connecting a curve of statical stability
states that cross-curves and KN curves are drawn for theship with its centre of gravity on the centre line
demonstrates how to adjust the curve of statical stability for aship with a list
describes the effect when heeled to the listed side on:o the maximum righting moment
o the angle of vanishing stabilityo the range of stability
states that cross-curves and KN curves are drawn for theship at the designed trim when uprightstates that righting levers may differ from those shown if theship has a large trim when upright
Simplified Stability Datao states that stability information may be supplied in a
simplified form, consisting of:o a diagram or table of maximum deadweight momento a diagram or table of minimum permissible GMo a diagram or table of maximum permissible KG all related
to the displacement or draught in salt water
states that a deadweight moment is mass in tones X verticalheight of the mass above the keelstates that free surface moments are to be added to thedeadweight moments when using the diagram of maximum
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deadweight moment or KG is less than permissible value,
the ship will have adequate stability
reads the maximum permissible deadweight moment from acurve of deadweight moment for a given displacement
given the masses loaded, their heights above the keel andthe free surface moments of slack tanks, calculates thedeadweight moment and uses the result with the diagram ofdeadweight moment to determine if the stability is adequate
uses the diagram of deadweight moment to calculate themaximum mass that can be loaded in a given position toensure adequate stability during a voyage, making allowancefor the fuel, water and stores consumed and for any resulting
free surface
states that curves of maximum KG or minimum GM to ensure
adequate stability in the event of partial loss of intact
buoyancy are provided in passenger ships

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centre of buoyancy (LCB)
states that a ship trims about the centre of flotation until LCG
and LCB are in the same vertical line
states that the distance of the LOB from amidships or fromthe after perpendicular is given in a ship‘s hydrostatic data
for the ship on an even keel
explains that the LCG must be at the same distance fromamidships as LCB when the ship floats on an even keelshows on a diagram of a ship constrained to an even keel
the couple that is formed by the weight and buoyancy forces
when LCG is not the same distance from amidships as LCB
states that the trimming moment = displacement x thehorizontal distance between LCB (tabulated) and LCG(actual) = Δ x GG1
where GG1 is the horizontal distance between the position of
LCG for the even- keel condition and the actual LCG
states that trim = (Δ x GG1) / MCT 1cm
states that if the actual LCG is abaft the tabulated position of
LCB, then the trim will be by the stern, and vice versa
given the initial displacement, initial position of LCG, masses
loaded or discharged and their LCGs, calculates the final
position of LCG
using a ship‘s hydrostatic data and a given disposition ofcargo, fuel, water and stores, determines the trim, the mean
draught and the draughts at each end
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trim or draught at one end
calculates how to divide a loaded or discharged mass
between two positions to produce a required trim or draught
at one end
calculates where to load a mass so as to keep the after
draught constantstates that calculated draughts refer to draughts at theperpendiculars
given the distance of draught marks from the perpendiculars
and the length between perpendiculars, corrects thedraughts indicated by the marks
given draughts forward, aft and amidships, states whether or
not the ship is hogged or sagged and the amountcorrects the draught amidships for hog or sag
given the forward and after draughts, the length between
perpendiculars and hydrostatic data, calculates thecorrection for trim to apply to the displacement
corresponding to the draught amidships
states that a second correction for trim, using Nemoto‘sformula, may be applied to the displacement
given Nemoto‘s formula, calculates the second correction todisplacement
calculates the maximum list during loading or discharging aheavy lift, using a ship‘s derrick, given the relevant stability
information and the dimensions of the derrick
calculates the minimum GM required to restrict the list to astated maximum when loading or discharging a heavy lift
calculates the quantities of fuel oil or ballast to move
between given locations to simultaneously correct a list andachieve a desired trim
explains how to distinguish between list and loll anddescribes how to return the ship to the upright in each caseby making use of curves of statical stability, including thosefor ships with zero or negative initial GM, determines theequilibrium angle of heel resulting from a transverse momentof mass
Dynamical Stability--

defines dynamical stability at any angle of heel as the work
done in inclining the ship to that angle
states that the dynamical stability at any angle is given by the
product of displacement and the area under the curve of
statical stability up to that angle
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explains that the dynamical stability at a given angle of heel
represents the potential energy of the ship
states that the potential energy is used partly in overcoming
resistance to rolling and partly in producing rotational energy
as the ship returns to the uprightstates that the rotational energy when the ship is uprightcauses it to continue rollingstates that, in the absence of other disturbing forces, the ship
will roll to an angle where the sum of the energy used inovercoming resistance to rolling and the dynamical stability
are equal to the rotational energy when uprightstates that a beam wind exerts a force equal to the windpressure multiplied by the projected lateral area of the
portion of the ship and deck cargo above the waterline
explains that a heeling moment is formed, equal to the forceof the wind multiplied by the vertical separation between thecenters of the lateral areas of the portions of the ship aboveand below the waterline
states that the heeling lever equals the heeling moment
divided by the ship‘s displacement
states that a steady wind will cause a ship to heel to an angle
at which the righting lever is equal to the heeling overstates that a ship under the action of a steady wind would rollabout the resulting angle of heelon a curve of righting levers, indicates the angle ofequilibrium under the action of a steady wind and the areas
which represent the dynamical stability at angles of roll toeach side of the equilibrium position
by reference to dynamical stability, describes the effect of anincrease in wind pressure when a vessel is at its maximum
angle of roll to windward
summarizes the recommendation on severe wind and rolling
criterion for the intact stability of passenger and cargo ships
by reference to a curve of righting levers and dynamical
stability, describes the effect of a listing moment on therolling of the ship about the equilibrium position

Approximate GM by Means of Rolling Period Tests---

states that, for ships up to 70m in length, the GM can beverified in still water by causing the ship to roll and noting therolling period
defines the rolling period as the time taken for one complete
oscillation from the extreme end of a roll to one side, rightacross to the extreme on the other side and back to theoriginal position
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GMo= [fB / Tr]2
where: f = rolling factor
B = breadth of the ship
Tr = rolling period in seconds-

states that the formula may be given as:
GMo= F / Tr2
where the F-value is provided by the Administration-

summarizes the procedures for determining a ship‘s stability
by means of the rolling period test
given values of F and T and the equation GMo = F / T2,
calculates GMostates the limitations of the method
states the limitations of the method states that whenconstruction is completed, a ship undergoes an inclining test
to determine the displacement and position of the centre ofgravity, KG and LCG, in the light ship condition
states that the displacement and KM are calculated from theobserved draughts and the ship‘s lines plans, making
allowance for density of water and trim
states that the position of the centre of buoyancy is
calculated to enable the LCG for the light ship to be
determined
describes how an inclining test is carded out
given the mass and the distance through which it was
moved, the displacement, length of the plumb line and thedeflection, calculates the KG
states that the values obtained in a test are corrected formasses to be removed and added to obtain the KG and LCG
for the light ship
states that, at periodical intervals not exceeding five years, alight ship survey must be carried out on all passenger ships
to verify any changes in light ship displacement andlongitudinal centre of gravity
states that the ship must be re-inclined whenever, incomparison with the approved stability information, adeviation from the light ship displacement exceeding 2% or adeviation of the longitudinal centre of gravity exceeding 1%of L is found or anticipated

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capsizingstates the recommended criteria for passenger and cargoships of all types
given the initial metacentric height and the GZ curve,
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Annex - II--states that stability information should comprise:o stability characteristics of typical loading conditions
o information to enable the assessment of the stability ofthe ship in all loading conditions differing from thestandard ones
o information on the proper use of anti-rolling devices, if
fittedo information to enable the GMo to be determined bymeans of a rolling test corrections to be made to GMo forfree surface liquids
o for ships carrying timber deck cargoes information settingout changes in deck cargo from that shown in the loading
conditions, when the permeability of the deck cargo issignificantly different from 25%
o for ships carrying timber deck cargoes, indications of the
maximum permissible amount of deck cargostates that criteria are laid down for ships carrying timberdeck cargoes
discusses the use of the weather criterion and how to assess
whether a vessel complies with thisstates the additional criteria recommended for passenger
ships
states that the information includes a curve or table giving,as a function of the draught, the required initial GM which
ensures compliance with the recommendations on intact
stability

Rolling of Ships--

describes the effect on GM of rolling
explains how increase of draught and of displacement
influence rolling
describes how the distribution of mass within the ship affects
the rolling period
explains what synchronization is and the circumstances inwhich it is most likely to occur
describes the actions to take if synchronization isexperienced
describes how bilge keels, anti-rolling tanks and stabilizer
fins reduce the amplitude of rollingstates that a ship generally heels when turningstates that, while turning, the ship is subject to an
acceleration towards the centre of the turnstates that the force producing the acceleration acts at theunderwater centre of lateral resistance, which is situated atabout half-draught above the keelstates that the force in the above objective is called thecentripetal force, given by F = Mv2 / r

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where:-

M = mass of the ship in tones
v = speed in meters per secondr = radius of turn in meters
F = centripetal force in kilonewtons

states that the ship will heel until the resulting righting
moment equals the heeling couple, i.e.
Mv2 KG – d
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Cos θ

where: g = acceleration due to gravity
θ = angle of heel-

given the relevant data, calculates the angle of heel fromtan θ = v2 x KG - d
2
g X GM X r

Dry-Docking and Grounding---

states that for dry-docking a ship should:
o have adequate initial metacentric heighto be uprighto have a small or moderate trim, normally by the sternstates that part of the weight is taken by the blocks as soon
as the ship touches, reducing the buoyancy force by thesame amountstates that the upthrust at the stern causes a virtual loss ofmetacentric height
explains why the GM must remain positive until the criticalinstant at which the ship takes the blocks overall
derives the formula for the upthrust at the stern
P = (MCT x t)
Lwhere:
P = upthrust at the stern in tonest = change of trim in cm
L = distance of the centre of flotation from aft--

explains that a ship with a large trim will develop a large
upthrust, which may damage the stern frame, trip the blocks
or lead to an unstable condition before taking the blocks
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where GM is the initial metacentric height when afloat
shows that the righting lever is that for the ship with its
metacentric height reduced by (P x KM)/ Δ
by using the equation in the above objective and KM + KG +GM, shows that righting moment = (Δ – P) x GM sin θ – P x
KG sin θshows that the righting lever is that for a ship of displacement(Δ – P) and with metacentric height reduced by (P x KG)/ Δ –P
explains that the righting moment remains positive providing
Δ x GM is greater than P x KM or equivalently, (Δ – P) x GM
is greater than P x KG
calculates the minimum GM to ensure that the ship remains
stable at the point of taking the blocks overallcalculates the maximum trim to ensure that the shipremains stable on taking the blocks overall for a given GM
calculates the virtual loss of GM and the draughts of the ship
after the after level has fallen by a stated amountcalculates the draughts on taking the blocks overall
explains that the stability of a ship aground at one point on
the centre line is reduced in the same way as in dry-docking
states that when grounding occurs at an off-centre point, theupthrust causes heel as well as trim and reduction of GM
explains that the increase in upthrust as the tide falls
increases the heeling moment and reduces the stability

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supported beam is equal to the algebraic sum of the forces
to one side of that point
explains that, for a beam in equilibrium, the sum of forces to
one side of a point is equal to the sum of the forces on theother side with the sign reversed
explains what is meant by a bending moment
states that the bending moment at a given point of a beam is
the algebraic sum of the moment of force acting to one sideof that point
states that the bending moment measured to opposite sides
of a point are numerically equal but opposite in sense
draws a diagram of shear force and bending moment for
simply supported beams
states that the bending moment at any given point is equal tothe area under the shear-force curve to that point
uses the above objective to show that the bending-moment
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explains that shear forces and bending moments arise fromdifferences between weight and buoyancy per unit length of
the shipstates that the differences between buoyancy and weight iscalled the load
draws a load curve from a given buoyancy curve and weight
curvestates that the shear force at any given point is equal to thearea under the load curve between the origin and that pointdraws a diagram of shear force and bending moment for agiven distribution of weight for a box-shaped vessel
explains how wave profile affects the shear-force curve andbending-moment curvestates that each ship above a specified length is required tocarry a loading manual, in which are set out acceptableloading patterns to keep shear forces and bending moments
within acceptablestates that the classification society may also require a ship
to carry an approved means of calculating shear forces andbending moment at stipulated stations
demonstrates the use of a loading instrument
states that the loading manual and instrument, where
provided, should be used to ensure that shear forces andbending moments do not exceed the permissible limits in stillwater during cargo and ballast handling
explains what is meant by a torsional stressdescribes how torsional stresses in the hull are set up
states that wave-induced torsional stresses are allowed for in
the design of the ship
states that cargo-induced torsional stresses are a problem
mainly in container ships
states that classification societies specify maximum
permissible torsional moments at a number of specified
cargo bays
given details of loading, calculates cumulative torsional
moments for stated positions
describes the likelihood of overstressing the hull structure
when loading certain bulk cargoes

Resistance and Fuel Consumption
1.7.1 Explains and completes calculations involving: - Frictional resistance.
- REYNOLDS‘ number.
- Residuary resistance.
- Froude number.
- Speed length ratio.
- Effective power.
- Admiralty coefficient.
- Fuel coefficient and fuel consumption.

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Rudders
1.8.1 Explains and completes calculations on:-

Force on a rudder
Torque on a rudder stock

2. Effect on Trim and Stability in the Event of Damage and Flooding
2.1

Effect of flooding on Transverse Stability and Trim
2.1.1 Passenger Vessels- explains what is meant by ‘floodable length’- defines:o Margin lineo Bulkhead decko Permeability of a space- explains what is meant by ‘permissible length ofcompartments’ in passenger ships- describes briefly the significance of the Criterion of Service
Numeral- explains the significance of the factor of subdivision- states the assumed extent of damage used in assessing thestability of passenger ships in damaged condition- summarizes, with reference to the factor of subdivision, theextent of damage which a passenger ship should withstand- describes the provisions for dealing with asymmetricalflooding- states the requirements for the final condition of the ship
after assumed damage and, where applicable, equalizationof flooding
o states that the vessel is supplied with data necessary tomaintain sufficient intact stability to withstand the criticaldamageo explains the minimum residual stability requirements inthe damaged condition with the required number ofcompartments flooded
o discusses the use of the damaged stability information
required to be provided to a passenger vessel
2.1.2 Cargo Ships- distinguishes between ships of Type A and Type B for the
purpose of computation of freeboard- describes the extent of damage that a Type A ship of over
150 m in length should be able to withstand- explains that a Type A ship of over 150m in length isdescribed as a one compartment ship
- describes the requirements for the survivability of Type B
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Annex - II-summarizes the equilibrium conditions regarded assatisfactory after floodingstates that damage to compartments may cause a ship tosink as a result of :o insufficient reserve buoyancy leading to progressive
floodingo progressive flooding due to excessive list or trimo capsizing due to a loss of stabilityo Structural failure

2.1.3 Calculation of Vessel Condition After Flooding- states that, in the absence of hull damage, the stability is
calculated in the usual way using the added mass andmaking allowance for free surface liquid- states that free surface moments for any rectangularcompartment that is flooded by salt water can beapproximated bymoment = length x (breadth)3 x 1. 025 / 12-

states that virtual loss of GM =-states that when a compartment is holed the ship will sink
deeper in the water until the intact volume displaces waterequivalent to the mass of the ship and its contents
explains that the loss of buoyancy of a holed compartment isequal to the mass of water which enters the compartment up
to the original waterline
states that the volume of lost buoyancy for a loaded
compartment is equal to the volume of the compartment x
the permeability of the compartment
calculates the permeability of cargo, given its density and its
stowage factor
states that if the lost buoyancy is greater than the reservebuoyancy the ship will sinkstates that the centre of buoyancy moves to the centre of
immersed volume of the intact portion of the ship
states that when a compartment is holed the ship‘s
displacement and its centre of gravity are unchanged
explains that a heeling arm is produced, equal to thetransverse separation of G and the new position of B for the
upright ship
states that the area of intact waterplane is reduced by thearea of the flooded spaces at the level of the flooded
waterline multiplied by the permeability of the spacestates that if the flooded space is entirely below the waterline
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states that the height of the centre of buoyancy above thekeel increases by about half the increase in draught due toflooding
states that a reduction in waterplane area leads to a
reduction in the second moment of area (I)uses the formula BM = I / V to explain why the BM of a ship
is generally less when bilged that when intact
states that change in GM is the net result of changes in KB
and BM
explains why the GM usually decreases where:
o there is a large loss of intact waterplaneo there is intact buoyancy below the flooded spaceo the flooded surface has a high permeability
o explains why the bilging of empty double-bottom tanks orof deep tanks that are wholly below the waterline leads toan increase in GM
calculates the reduction in BM resulting from lost area of thewaterplane, given the following corrections:second moment of lost area about its centroid / displaced
volume;this is lb³ for a rectangular surface
12 V

where:

L is length of the lost areab is breadth of the lost area
V is displaced volume = displacement
density of wateroriginal waterplane area / intact waterplane area X lost area X
distance from centerline)2 / displace volume
this is original

waterplane area
intact waterplane area x l.b.d2 / V

for a rectangular surface, where d is the distance of the centre of
the area from the centerline-

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F = a x d
A - awhere:-

a is the lost area of waterplane
A is the original waterplane area
D is the distance of the centre of lost area ofwaterplane from the centerline

shows that the heeling arm is given byheeling arm = lost buoyancy (tones) / displacement X
transverse distance from new CF--

constructs a GZ curve for the estimated GM andsuperimposes the heeling- arm curve to determine theapproximate angle of heeluses wall sided formula to determine GZ value
uses wall sided formula to calculate angle of heelstates that, for small angles of heel, θ,tan  = heeling arm
GM-

explains how lost area of waterplane affects the position of
the centre of flotation

Effect of Flooding on Trim-

calculates the movement of the centre of flotation (CF),given:
Movement of CF = moment of lost area about original CF /intact waterplane area-

explains how the reduction in intact waterplane reduces theMCT 1cm

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corrections:second moment of lost area about its centroids/ displaced
volume;this isWhere:bL3

for a rectangular surface
12V

L is length of lost area
B is breadth of lost area
V is displaced volume = displacement
density of water

Original waterplane area / intact waterplane area X lostarea X (distance from CF)2 / displaced volume
This is original aterplane area / intact waterplane X bld 2 / v-

for a rectangular surface, where d is the distance of thecentre of area from the original centre of flotation
calculates the reduction of MCT 1 cm, given,
reduction of mct 1 cm = (displacement X reduction of GM)

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/ 100 X ship’s lengthstates that the trimming moment is calculated from:
trimming moment = lost buoyancy X distance from new CF where
the lost buoyancy is measures in tones
given the dimension of a bilged space and the ship’s hydrostatic
data, calculates the draughts in the damaged condition
describes measures which may be taken to improve the stability or
trim of a damaged ship

Theories Affecting Trim and Stability
2.2.1 describes the static and dynamic effects on stability of liquids
with a free surface
2.2.2 identifies free surface moments and shows its application todead-weight moment curves
2.2.3 interprets changes in stability which take place during a voyage
2.2.4 describes effect on stability of ice formation on superstructure
2.2.5 describes the effect of water absorption by deck cargo andretention of water on deck
2.2.6 describes stability requirements for dry docking
2.2.7 demonstrates understanding of angle of loll
2.2.8 states precautions to be observed in correction of angle of loll
2.2.9 explains the dangers to a vessel at an angle of loll
2.2.10 describes effects of wind and waves on ships stability
2.2.11 lists the main factors which affect the rolling period of a vessel

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Annex - II2.2.12 explains the terms synchronous and parametric rolling andpitching and describes the dangers associated with it
2.2.13 describes the actions that can be taken to stop synchronous andparametric effects

3. Knowledge of IMO Recommendations Concerning Ship Stability
3.1

Responsibilities under the International Conventions and Codes
1.1.1 states minimum stability requirements required by Load Line
Rules 1966
1.1.2 states the minimum stability requirements and recommendationsof the Intact Stability Code
1.1.3 explains the use of the weather criterion
1.1.4 demonstrates the use of IMO Grain Regulations
1.1.5 describes the requirements for passenger ship stability after
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F4 - Module 2
Competence: Maintain Safety and Security of the vessel, Crew and Passengers
and the Operational Condition of life-saving, fire-fighting andother Safety systems
1.

Knowledge of Life-Saving Appliance Regulations (SOLAS)
1.1

Life-Saving Appliance Regulations (SOLAS)
1.1.1 Life-Saving Appliance Regulations (SOLAS)- demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the regulations
concerning life-saving appliances and arrangements(SOLAS), including the LSA Code

1.2

Organization of Fire and Abandon Ship Drills
1.2.1 Organization of Fire and Abandon Ship Drills- prepares schedules for the conduct of fire and abandon
ship drills so that all required drills and equipment arecovered within required timeframes- discusses ways in which crew can be motivated toparticipate fully in drills- prepares plans for effective drills- organizes effective drills including the briefing, conduct
and debriefing of the drill- discusses the process for ensuring that required changes
are made to the safety management system and on
board procedures as a result of the lessons learnt from
drills1.3

Maintenance of Operational Condition of Life-Saving, Fire-fighting
and Other Safety Systems
1.3.1 Maintenance of Life-saving, Fire-fighting and Other Safety
Systems- discusses the use and upkeep of the SOLAS training
manual in terms of the safety equipment provided and therequired maintenance of this equipment- prepares procedures and checklists for the inspection oflifesaving, fire fighting and other safety systems on board- ensures that regular inspections of lifesaving, fire fighting
and other safety systems on board are undertaken andthat any deficiencies are identified and rectified- prepare procedures and schedules for the maintenanceof lifesaving, fire fighting and other safety systems onboard- prepares schedules for the required survey of lifesaving,fire fighting and other safety systems on board- - prepares for and supports the survey of lifesaving, firefighting and other safety systems on board

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prepares procedures and checklists for the inspection ofwatertight doors, side scuttles, cross flooding
arrangements, valves and other closing mechanisms
prepares maintenance plans and procedures forwatertight doors, side scuttles, cross flooding
arrangements, valves and other closing mechanisms

Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in
emergencies
2.1 Actions to Protect and Safeguard all Persons on Board in
Emergencies
2.1.1 states that some crew members will be assigned specific duties
for mustering and control of passengers- lists those duties as:o warning the passengers
o ensuring that all passenger spaces are evacuatedo guiding passengers to muster stationso maintaining discipline in passageways, stairs anddoorwayso checking that passengers are suitably clothed and that
Iife jackets are correctly donnedo taking a roll-call of passengers
o instructing passengers on procedure for boarding survival
craft or jumping into the sea
o directing passengers to embarkation stationso instructing passengers during drills
o ensuring that a supply of blankets is taken to the survival
craft

3.

Actions to Limit Damage and Salve the Ship following a Fire, Explosion,
Collision or Grounding
3.1 Means of limiting damage and salving the ship following a fire or
explosion
3.1.1 describes the use and limitations of standard procedures andprepared contingency plans in emergency situations
3.1.2 describes methods of fighting fires (see IMO Model Course 2.03,
Advanced Training in Fire Fighting)
3.1.3 states that cooling of compartment boundaries where fire has
occurred should be continued until ambient temperature isapproached3.1.4 explains the dangers of accumulated water from fire fighting anddescribes how to deal with it

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3.1.5 states that watch for re-ignition should be maintained until thearea is cold
3.1.6 describes the precautions to take before entry to a compartment
where a fire has been extinguished3.1.7 describes the inspection for damage
3.1.8 describes measures which may be taken to plug holes, shore-up
damaged or stressed structure, blank broken piping, make safe
damaged electrical cables and limit ingress of water through adamaged deck or superstructure
3.1.9 outlines the measures to be taken when the inert-gas main andgas lines to a mast riser are fractured
3.1.10 states that continuous watch should be kept on the damaged
area and temporary repairs
3.1.11 states that course and speed should be adjusted to minimize
stresses and the shipping of water

3.2 Procedure for Abandoning Ship
3.2.1 states that a ship should only be abandoned when imminent
danger of sinking, breaking up, fire or explosion exists or othercircumstances make remaining on board impossible
3.2.2 describes the launching of boats and liferafts when the ship islisting heavily
3.2.3 describes the launching of boats and liferafts in heavy weather
conditions
3.2.4 describes the use of oil to calm the sea surface and explains
why fuel oil is not suitable

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F4 - Module 3
Competence: Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle
emergency situations
1.

Preparation of Contingency Plans for Response to Emergencies
1.1

Contingency Plans for Response to Emergencies
1.1.1 draws up a muster list and emergency instructions for a givencrew and type of ship
1.1.2 assigns duties for the operation of remote controls such as:- main engine stop
- ventilation stops- lubricating and fuel oil transfer pump stops- dump valves- CO2 discharge- watertight doors- and for the operation of essential services such as:o emergency generator and switchboardo emergency fire and bilge pumps
1.1.3 describes options for the division of the crew, e.g., into acommand team, an emergency team, a back-up emergency
team and an engine-room emergency team
1.1.4 explains the composition of the emergency teams in the above
objective
1.1.5 states that crew members not assigned to emergency teams
would prepare survival craft, render first aid, assemble
passengers and generally assist the emergency parties as
directed
1.1.6 designates muster positions for the command team, both at sea
and in port
1.1.7 designates muster positions for the emergency teams
1.1.8 states that the engine-room emergency team would take control
of engine-room emergencies and keep the command teaminformed
1.1.9 states that good communications between the command teamand the emergency teams are essential
1.1.10 prepares contingency plans to deal with:- fire and/or explosion in specific areas, such as galley,accommodation, container stows on or under deck, engineroom or cargo space, including co-ordination with shore
facilities in port, taking account of the ship‘s fire-control plan
- rescue of victims from an enclosed space- water ingress into the ship
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heavy-weather damage, with particular reference to hatches,
ventilators and the security of deck cargo
rescue of survivors from another ship or from the sea
leakages and spills of dangerous cargo stranding
abandoning ship
explains how drills and practices should be organized

1.1.11 describes the role of a shipboard safety committee incontingency planning
Actions to be Taken when Emergencies Arise in Port
1.1.12 describes actions to take in the event of fire on own ship, withparticular reference to co-operation and communication withshore facilities
1.1.13 describes action which should be taken when fire occurs on a
nearby ship or an adjacent port facility
1.1.14 describes the circumstances in which a ship should put to sea
for reasons of safety

2.

Ship Construction, including Damage Control
2.1

Flooding of Compartments
2.1.1 defines:- margin line
- permeability of a space
2.1.2 explains what is meant by ’floodable length‘
2.1.3 explains what is meant by ‘permissible length of compartments‘
in passenger ships
2.1.4 describes briefly the significance of the factor of subdivision
2.1.5 states the assumed extent of damage used in assessing thestability of passenger ships in damaged condition
2.1.6 summarizes, with reference to the factor of subdivision, theextent of damage which a passenger ship should withstand2.1.7 describes the provisions for dealing with asymmetrical flooding
2.1.8 states the final conditions of the ship after assumed damage
and, where applicable, equalization of flooding
2.1.9 states that the master is supplied with data necessary tomaintain sufficient intact stability to withstand the critical damage
2.1.10 explains the possible effects of sustaining damage when in aless favorable condition
2.1.11 distinguishes between ships of Type ‘A‘ and Type ‘B‘ for the
purposes of computation of freeboard
2.1.12 describes the extent of damage which a Type ‘A‘ ship of over
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2.1.14 describes the requirements for survivability of Type ‗B‘ ships
with reduced freeboard assigned
2.1.15 summarizes the equilibrium conditions regarded as satisfactory
after flooding
2.1.16 states that damage to compartments may cause a ship to sink
as a result of:- insufficient reserve buoyancy, leading to progressive flooding- progressive flooding due to excessive list or trim
- capsizing due to loss of stability structural failure

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F4 - Module 4Competence: Use of Leadership and Managerial Skill
1. Shipboard Personnel Management and Training
1.1

Shipboard Personnel Management
1.1.1 Principles of Controlling Subordinates and Maintaining
Good Relationships- Identifies sources of authority and power- discusses theories on how effective authority and power may
be enhanced or diminished by management level officers on
ships- reviews theories in cultural awareness and cross culturalcommunication- discusses strategies that management level officers could
adopt to enhance their effectiveness in managing crews ofdifferent cultures- reviews theories in human error, situational awareness,
automation awareness, complacency and boredom- discusses strategies that management level officers canadopt to optimize situational awareness and to minimize
human error and complacency of individuals and teams- reviews theories in leadership and teamwork- discusses strategies that management level officers canadopt to enhance leadership and teamwork- discusses theories of personnel motivation and relates theseto shipboard situations encountered by management level
officers- explains that an individual‘s motivation and well being may
be effected by both real and perceived influences on board
ship and at home
- discusses strategies that management levels officers could
adopt to optimize the motivation of individuals and teams- discusses theories on coaching individuals and teams to
improve performance- discusses approaches to managing and improving theperformance of oneself, individuals and teams- prepares for and conducts a simulated formal performance
review- identifies the impact of repeated harassment including
bullying on individuals- recognizes indications that crew members may be physicallyor mentally unwell or badly demotivated- describes strategies that can be adopted when a crew
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describes strategies that management level officers can taketo ensure that crew remain physically well and areencouraged to remain physically active

1.1.2 Crew Employment- explains the need for management level officers to be fully
familiar with the requirements of national law relating to crew
employment and of all crew agreements in place on the ship
- discusses the process for signing on and discharging crew
under national law- discusses the need to ensure that new crew areappropriately certificated, competent and familiarized withthe safety management system, security plan, working
procedures and equipment of the ship
- explains that procedures for conducting investigations andapplying consequences in disciplinary situations aregoverned by national law, codes of conduct, employment
agreements and company procedures- explains the process for investigating and applying
consequences in disciplinary situations under relevant
national law and procedures- explains the formal process for addressing continuing levelsof unacceptable performance by a crew member undernational law- explains the process for investigating and responding toincidents of harassment or bullying of crew members undernational law- explains requirements for handling crew wages, advances
and allotments when this is done by management level
officers on board ship
1.2

Training
1.2.1 Training Methods- reviews training methods that could be adopted on board
ship- discusses the effectiveness of training methods that can be
adopted for trainingo in attitude
o in skillso in knowledge- describes the preparation needed before the start of a
training session- discusses methods for ensuring that crew are motivated toparticipate fully in training- demonstrates how to conduct a training session for a given
topic

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identifies other topics where training might be desirable
delivers a training session to other members of the classdiscusses the resources that may be available on board shipthat can be used for training

2. Related International Maritime Conventions and Recommendations, andNational Legislation
2.1

Related International
Legislations

Maritime

ConventionsandNational

2.1.1 The ISM Code- explains the principles underlying the ISM Code- describes the content and application of the ISM Code2.1.2 STCW Convention- explains the principles underlying the STCW Convention- describes the content and application of the STCW
Convention- explains how to implement the regulations for ensuring
fitness for duty
- states that seafarers new to a particular type of vessel
require ship specific shipboard familiarization- describes what shipboard familiarization may involve forwatchkeeping officers- describes what tasks or duties elementary basic safety
familiarization involves for a watchkeeping officer- describes how to organize shipboard training and how tomaintain records- states that penalties are prescribed for breaches of STCW
95 requirements and that these are determined by the flagstate
- states that national legislation is required to implement theprovisions of an international convention- states that for STCW 1978, as amended, national legislation
is subject to scrutiny and checking by IMO appointed
persons- states national legislation may differ from one flag to another
2.1.3 Maritime Labor Convention (MLC)- demonstrates a working knowledge of the Maritime Labor
Convention provisions relating to the management of
personnel on board ship, with particular reference too engagement of crewo employment conditions
o crew entitlements and repatriation
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3. Application of Task and Workload Management
3.1

Task and Workload Management
3.1.1 reviews theories on applying task and workload managementfrom IMO Model Course 1.39, Leadership and Teamwork
3.1.2 explains that the scope of activity and conflict between activities
managed by management level officers is broader than for
operational level officers and requires greater task and workload
management ability
3.1.3 plans the task and workload allocation for significant shipboard
activities so that the following are considered:- human limitations- personal abilities- time and resource constraints- Prioritization- workload, rest and fatigue
3.1.4 discusses strategies to monitor the effectiveness of task andworkload management during an activity and to adjust the planas necessary
3.1.5 discusses strategies to ensure that all personnel understand theactivity to be undertaken and their tasks in this
3.1.6 discusses whether the encouragement of a challenge andresponse environment is appropriate to the task and workload
management of particular shipboard tasks
3.1.7 discusses the importance of debriefs and reflection after
activities have been conducted to identify opportunities for
improving task and workload management

4. Effective Resource Management
4.1

Application of effective resource management at the managementlevel
4.1.1 reviews theories on effective communication
4.1.2 demonstrates effective communication in simulated or realsituations involving communications on board ship and between
ship and shore
4.1.3 discusses how management level officers can encourage otherpersonnel to use effective communications
4.1.4 reviews theories on effective resource allocation, assignment
and prioritization
4.1.5 demonstrates the effective allocation, assignment andprioritization of resources when managing simulated or real
shipboard activities
4.1.6 reviews theories on decision making that considers teamexperience

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Annex - II4.1.7 demonstrates the ability to involve team member effectively indecision making when managing simulated or real shipboard
activities

4.1.8 reviews theories on assertiveness and leadership4.1.9 discusses appropriate leadership styles and levels ofassertiveness for management level officers in a range of
shipboard activities
4.1.10 demonstrates the ability to apply appropriate leadership styles
and levels of assertiveness when managing simulated or real
shipboard activities
4.1.11 reviews theories on obtaining and maintaining situationalawareness
4.1.12 demonstrates the ability to obtain and maintain situationalawareness when managing complex simulated or real shipboard
activities
4.1.13 reviews theories on the use of short and long term strategies
4.1.14 demonstrates the ability to apply short and long term strategies
when managing simulated or real shipboard activities
5. Decision Making Techniques
5.1

Situation and risk assessment
5.1.1 reviews theories of situation and risk assessment
5.1.2 discusses formal and informal approaches to risk assessment
5.1.3 identifies typical risks that management level officers may haveto assess
5.1.4 demonstrates the ability to effectively assess risk in the planningand conduct of simulated or real shipboard activities

5.2

Identify and generate options
5.1.1 review theories on identifying and generating options
5.1.2 demonstrate the ability to identify and generate options when
making decisions as a management level officer in simulated orreal shipboard activity

5.3

Selecting Course of Action
5.3.1 reviews theories on selecting the course of action in making
decisions5.3.2 demonstrate the ability to select appropriate courses of action
when making decisions as a management level officer insimulated or real shipboard activity

5.4

Evaluation of outcome effectiveness5.4.1 explains how to carry out the evaluation
effectiveness and the importance of doing it

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6. Development, Implementation and Oversight of Standard Operating
Procedures
6.1

discusses approaches to developing standard operating procedures(SOP‘s)6.2

explains the methods to implement the SOP’s

6.3

explains why it may be desirable for there to be oversight and approvalof many SOPs

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