Semester 4
1 Draw up a table showing various classes of fire and which type 7 During a typical watch at sea during coasting, write down : of extinguisher would be most effective. Also show which type of a) The procedure of taking over the watch.
extinguisher should not be used. b) Describe your duties during the watch.
Draw up another table showing different areas of your vessel 8 Draw a block diagram of a butterfly valve.
(other than cargo holds) and the best mode of extinguishing a
fire occurring in these places. 9 Describe the preparation of cargo holds / tanks for receiving cargo.
2 Make a table of the various spaces on board listing the ventilators 10 Describe the factors to be taken into account while preparing a Cargo that must be shut in case of fire, eg. Foc'sle store, holds, bow Plan on your ship.
thruster room, masthouses, duct keel, battery room, emergency generator room, steering flat, Engine room, accommodation spaces, radio room, galley, etc.
3 Make a table of the various areas of your vessel, with the type of paint coating used (including primer, number of coats, type of surface preparation most suited) as per the Ship Paint Scheme provided by the paint manufacturer.
4 Draw a Bilge and Ballast piping plan of your ship showing the pumps, educator, changeover / crossover valves, tank valves, non-return valves, expansion coupling, etc.
5 Describe sequentially procedure for correction of : a) Charts
b) List of lights
c) ALRS
d) Sailing Directions
6 The correct procedure of switching on and setting up a Radar / ARPA. How will you test its performance?
Semester 5
1 List out all the publications on board your vessel and briefly 7 Tabulate readings taken by draft guages and visual draft readings taken mention what they pertain to. at varying drafts at various ports and state the probable reason.
2 Make a comprehensive list of all the Life Saving Appliances 8 Draw up a trimming table at intervals of 50cms mean draft for adding of fitted onboard, in the format given below: 100t weight in each hold, ballast and fuel tank of your ship.
Equipment Quantity Usage Expiry 9 Prepare a plan for a particular passage undertaken by your ship.
Name onboard Period
10 List the contents of the ship's Lashing Plan and discuss how it is to be used.
Illustrate your understanding with suitable diagrams.
11 List most common jobs that are undertaken during a drydock.
3 Make a comprehensive list of all the Fire Fighting Appliances fitted on board, in the format given below:
Equipment Quantity Usage Expiry
Name onboard Period
4 Make a block diagram of the Steering system on your ship, and show the procedure for change over and operation of the Emergency Steering System.
5 Draw the fixed fire detection and extinguishing system onboard your ship and explain its working.
6 Keep E.R. watch at sea and during arrival / departure ports and give an account of the duties performed by a duty engineer during these watches.
Procedure Maintenance
Procedure
Maintenance
ADDITIONAL SHIPBOARD TASKS FOR : OIL TANKERS
1 Draw a schematic diagram of the Inert Gas System on board 6 Describe in detail the specifications of various cargo and your vessel showing the location of its components and their ballast pumps / eductors you have on board your vessel. What
functions. are cargo pump (QH) curves and what information is available
from them.
2 Assist Chief Officer in drawing up one loading and one
discharging plan of the vessel and make a report of the same. 7 Draw your vessel's ballast piping arrangements,
Use the vessel's loadicator to calculate the various parameters. including the pipelines in the pump room and label the same.
3 Draw a ;lan showing the cargo pipelines on deck and label them. 8 Describe the ODMCS equipment. Draw and label associated pipelines in engine room / pump room and deck.
4 Cargo Loading Procedure - make the following process sheets.
a) Deballasting b) Purging c) Inerting
d) Loading, including topping up
5 Cargo Discharging Procedure - make the following process sheets :
a) Ballasting
b) COW
c) Inerting d) Stripping
CHEMICAL TANKERS GAS TANKERS
1 Give the details of the cargo heating system on your vessel with 1 Identify the following and describe them as they apply to your
diagrams and blanking arrangements. vessel :
a) Void spaces
2 What physical data of liquid chemicals are given in the ICS Cargo b) Tank cover and the method of its closure
Data Sheets placed on board your vessel? c) Span gases
d) Intrinsically safe equipment 3 Find the following information and record it : e) Insulating flange
a) Uses of vegetable and animal oils and fats
b) Details provided on ICS data sheet on two animal and 2 Explain how the cargoes are identified according to their hazards.
vegetable oils each
c) Inhibitor certificate and the information given therein. 3 Describe the general lay out of a cargo vapour condenser on board your vessel and the process through which gas is liquified 4 How corrosion problems are dealt with in chemical carriers with and pumped back into the tank.
respect to tanks and the vessel's structure?
4 Describe why it is necessary to heat or liquify the gas cargoes. Is 5 How would you identify the class of chemicals carried and how do such heating and Reliquification necessary when the vessel is
their carriage conditions differ? at sea and if so under what circumstances? Why are knock out drums fitted inline?
6 What are the basic precautions that personnel should take when
any chemical cargo is to be carried? 5 Write short notes on the type of gauging system on board your vessel.
CONTAINER SHIP BULK CARRIERS
1 State the procedure of carrying out of the operational checks and 1 Write the procedure for carrying out a close up inspection for recording the Temperature log for Reefer Containers. cracks in cargo holds, tanks and other ships structure (to
accompany chief officer during inspections).
2 Explain Anti heeling system, its purpose and how it functions?
2 State the factors to be taken into account in preparation of 3 How are containers identified, list out various markings on a loading or discharging sequences.
container.
3 What publications for bulk carrier are necessary to be carried on 4 How do you plan stowage of Containers on your vessel and board.
what are the factors affecting the Stowage Plan? Explain in a Write briefly the contents of these books.
Bay Plan the location of the following containers:
a) Slot 160482 4 Identify the cargoes that your vessel loaded on the last two
b) Slot 240306 voyages and indicate their properties and the hazards associated
c) Slot 040202 with them.
5 What are the most common types of container damage? 5 Describe the procedure that needs to be followed before commencement of loading of bulk cargoes at a terminal.
6 Explain the securing arrangements for Containers loaded on deck?
6 Write a detailed account of the preparation of the compartment 7 What personal safety precautions are required to be taken while that was required for loading one particular cargo on your vessel.
engaging in 'lashing containers'?
8 Why ventilation is needed for carriage of some of the cargoes 7 Check from the appropriate plan the permissible load density and how is it monitored? What checks need to be carried before of various tank tops. How would you determine the height of the cargo is accepted for carriage? cargo to be loaded in that hold? What other factors do you need
to take into account?
FOREST PRODUCT CARRIER
1 Draw a block diagram of de humidifier. Explain the principle on which it works?
2 Explain how a Gantry crane is :
a) Stowed and secured for sea passage b) Prepared for port operation
c) Safety features d) Emergency operation
e) Total number of wires, types of wires and their usage 3 Explain with sketches / photos various cargo gear used for
handling forest products eg. Vaccum clamps, etc.
SECTION 8
Reinforcement of Theory Topics
Reinforcement of theory topics and related practical tasks are to be completed by the cadet in Semesters 3, 4, & 5. Ten tasks, five from the Navigation section and five from the New Developments section should be completed each quarter (i.e. 3 months) in duplicate in the journal supplied. Please retain the original copy onboard and forward the carbon copy duly attested by the STO and the Master to the DLP Institute.
Navigation:
1. Electronic Aids to Navigation
Read the GPS equipment manual on board your vessel and explain the following:
a) The make and model of the GPS
b) Any 2 Special Features (e.g. Marking MOB, Events etc) c) Using the ‘Anchor Watch’ facility (including a neat
diagram) 2. Echo Sounder
Understand the operation of the Echo Sounder (refer to the Manual) and give the following details:
a) The make and model of the echo sounder b) Setting up, zero correction
c) ranges available d) allowing for draft
e) How to set depth alarms 3. Autopilot
Practice the operation of the Autopilot on board and indicate details of the following:
a) The make and model of the autopilot
b) How to switch between the various steering modes c) How to set and test the off course alarm
d) How to set and test the “Auto Pilot” audio visual alarm Difference between operating in open sea and confined modes.
4. Write the make and model of at least three components of the GMDSS Station on board your vessel.
Assist your communication officer in testing of the GMDSS equipment. Note down the battery voltages on and off load.
5. Describe the safety equipment placed in your GMDSS battery room.
6. Record Keeping
Refer to your Deck Logbook and list out all the entries made in the normal 4-hour period that you were assisting the duty officer while coasting
7. List all the entries made in the Deck Log Book during cargo operations while in port during the 6-hour period when you were assisting the duty officer.
8. Traffic Separation Schemes & VTS
List the reporting requirements at any one point of the VTS that your vessel.
9. Sight Calculation
On any given day take a morning sun’s altitude and calculate the observed longitude and PL at the time of observation. Plot the PL through the Observed longitude and DR latitude. Also, calculate the approximate ship’s time of the sun’s meridian passage.
Take the sun’s altitude when on your meridian and calculate the Observed Latitude at the time of MP.
“Run” the morning sun sight PL to the meridian passage PL and obtain a position at MP. Allow for the run between MP time and Noon time to obtain the position and Noon. Compare the position so obtained with that of your GPS and report findings.
Show detailed relevant plots/sketches and step wise calculations with explanations if any at each and every stage.
11. Manoeuvring Characteristics
From your vessel’s manoeuvring characteristics, explain what are advance, transfer and tactical diameter. Write down the values for ballast and loaded passage.
With the help of manoeuvring characteristics, find out the distance the vessel would cover to return to the same heading if the helm is put hard over to starboard at full speed.
12. What is the freeboard of your vessel in loaded and ballast condition? In what condition will wind affect your vessel the most?
13. Tugs and Towing
Sketch and explain all the components of your vessel’s forward emergency towing appliance. How and under what conditions should it be deployed?
14. Sketch and explain all the components of your vessels aft emergency towing appliance. How and under what conditions should it be deployed?
15. Fire
a) Refer to your vessels Muster list and out line details of the various parties nominated to fight a fire in the Engine room.
b) What type of fixed fire fighting system do you have in the Engine Room? How is it operated?
16. Refer to the plans/ manuals and instructions posted near various equipments and give all details with adequately labelled sketches of the equipment
a) The Fixed Fire Fighting installation for Cargo holds and deck area.
b) Emergency Fire pump.
c) The Fixed Fire Fighting installation for Pump room d) Portable Fire Extinguishers with make and model.
Semi Portable Fire Extinguishers with make and model.
17. Observe the operation of the emergency generator and list out the steps taken to bring it ‘on load’ manually.
18. Pollution
What are your duties during a pollution incident? Will you use Oil Spill Dispersant if readily available in your SOPEP store?
19. Locate and list the equipment as required by your vessels
What is your duty during a Man Overboard drill? Explain with a sketch how a Williamson’s turn is carried out. Are there any other types of turns besides the one in discussion?
22. Observe the liferaft on board your vessel at either the forward or aft extremity. Is it different from the liferafts near the lifeboats?
What are the differences?
23. How many volumes does the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual have?
Which volume mentions various search patterns available? What are these search patterns? Draw a neat sketch of each one of them.
24. Weather reporting system
Under what circumstances must your vessel positively make reports with respect to prevailing weather?
Make one weather report on board and record the same explaining the various codes used.
Explain the precautions to be taken while taking observations from:
a) Barometer
b) Hygrometer/ Whirling Psychrometer / Wet-Dry Thermometers
c) Anemometer.
25. Check when the Barometer on board your vessel was last calibrated and by whom. Why do we need Stevenson’s Screens on both bridge wings?
26. Engine Room Watch Keeping
Keep an engine room watch while the vessel is being made ready for departure. Indicate the actions that the EOW takes and the reasons for doing the same. List the various equipments that he operates at the time and the purpose of his actions.
27. Masters Standing Orders
The time is 0245 hours. Your vessel is proceeding through an area of restricted visibility. You are on watch assisting the duty officer. You hear a fog signal forward of your beam. Suddenly, the duty officer collapses unconscious. State your actions, as expected by the Master’s standing orders. Justify each action based on your judgement of the situation.
28. Compare the GPS position with a position obtained by using range and bearing from the radar. In your opinion, why is there a difference in the two positions?
29. Securing and Lashing procedures of cargo
a) What natural forces are taken into account when securing cargoes?
b) If your vessel carries a securing manual indicate its contents
c) If you vessel carries 20 lub oil drum on the poop deck, what securing arrangements would you take. Show it with a sketch
New Developments:
1. List all security measures undertaken during your vessel’s transit in pirate-infested waters.
2. Find out the names of your Ship Security Officer, Company Security Officer, and Recognised Security Organisation.
3. Fill in completely a sample DoS from your vessel and submit it along with your workbook.
4. Explain the various security levels.
5. You have been informed that there is a bomb on board your vessel. Enumerate the actions that you will take.
6. Comment about any one port facility which you have visited where you felt security measures were lacking or not fully implemented.
7. Find out your Ship’s Identification Number and find out all the locations where is indicated and also how it is indicated there.
8. Locate the AIS in your wheelhouse. Mention its make, type, and explain its operation.
9. Write in brief in your own words how equipments like AIS and the proposed LRIT could possibly be misused by vested interests.
10. What would you do if you lost your CDC / SID? What could the implications be?
11. Locate the VDR on board your vessel. Explain its working.
12. Find out all the Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) you have on board your vessel. List them out by location, type and function.
13. Locate the incinerator on your vessel. Find out its make, type and capacity. Verify by means of a photocopy of the certificate if it has IMO Type Approval or not.
14. Where exactly is anti-fouling paint applied on your vessel? When do you think it will release the most toxins, underway or at anchor?
Give reasons for your answers.
15. Find out the type of anti-fouling paint applied on your shipside.
Explain the paint system used and name the authority that has certified the paint to be TBT-free.
16. What do you think would be a better option, a fresh coat of anti-fouling paint or a sealer coat followed by anti-anti-fouling paint? Give reasons for your answer.
17. List the last five ports where your vessel carried out deballasting operations. Were there any restrictions in these ports with respect to ballast water operations?
18. Who is the Ballast Water Management Officer on board your vessel? Have you assisted him in any way for the said operation &
how?
19. How is hydro blasting different from high-pressure fresh water washing?
20. Which method of Ballast Water Management is approved on board your vessel? How much time does the said method take?
21. Draw a plan view of your vessel showing points from which ballast water samples could be drawn on board your vessel. Indicate all ballast tanks on the plan.
22. Visit the Engine Room on board your vessel. Find out from the duty engineer if you have machinery on board that contributes towards fuel conservation. If not, brainstorm and mention at least three ways by which fuel could be conserved on your ship.
23. Where are the bunker tanks located on your vessel? Indicate by means of a profile view of a vessel.
24. Do you have any materials on board your vessel that may be difficult to recycle or are known toxicological hazards? List out five such materials.
25. List out at least five areas on your ship where you believe intumescent paints would be beneficial.
26. State the make, type and pressure rating of the high pressure fresh water washing equipment on board your vessel.
27. Do you have abrasive blasting equipment on board your vessel? If
yes, mention the make, type and capacity. If no, mention the tools you use for surface preparation.
28. What equipment is used on board your vessel for painting? Is there a need for specialized equipment? Give reasons for your answer 29. How is hydro blasting different from high-pressure fresh water
washing?