Chapter 1 - Overview of a Ship’s Electrical
System
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant
regulations governing the operation of marine electrical equipment
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Explain the need for
specially designed equipment onboard ships and the effects of the marine environment
on such equipment
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Identify major components in
a marine electrical system
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Recall the basics of power
management onboard ships
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Comprehend various electrical
diagrams
Chapter
2 - Electrical Safety
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant
regulations governing electrical safety
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Avoid electrical accidents
by adopting adequate safety measures
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List the fundamentals requirements for safe
installation of equipment
Chapter
3 - AC Distribution Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant
regulations governing distribution systems
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Explain the basic features of
the common systems for the distribution of a.c. power
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Identify generic distribution
systems meant for ships
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Explain the power generation
and distribution schemes on various types of ships
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Explain the concept of a
primary power bus
Chapter
4 - Emergency Power and Shore Supply
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations applicable
to emergency power supply
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Explain the method of supplying emergency
power
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List the actions of engineers onboard
during a blackout situation
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Explain the shore supply procedure
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Describe the effects of change in supply voltage
and frequency on torque and speed
Chapter
5 - Insulated and Earthed Neutral Systems
At the end of this chapter you will be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
insulated and earthed neutral systems
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State the importance of electromagnetic compatibility
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Distinguish between insulated and earthed
neutral systems
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Explain the basic operating principles of
earth fault indicators
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Detect and clear an earth fault
Chapter 6 - Alternators
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
alternators
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State the operating principle of an
alternator
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Explain the functions of the major components
of an alternator
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Distinguish between conventional and
shaft-driven alternators
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Explain different applications of alternators
Chapter 7 - Direct Current Generators
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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State the operating principle of a d.c.
generator
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Explain the functions of the major components
of a generator
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Identify different types of d.c. generators
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Describe the functions involved in generator
control
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Explain paralleling of d.c. generators
Chapter
8 - Automatic Voltage Regulators
At the end of this chapter you will be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing AVRs
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State the operating principle of an AVR and
its main components
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Compare various excitation systems
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Explain the significance of voltage dip and
alternator response
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List the features of a modern AVR
Chapter
9 - Panel Instrumentation
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
instrumentation for switchboards
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Correlate basic measuring system terminology
and fundamentals with instrumentation
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Explain the constructional features of
panel instruments
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Explain the theory and operating principles
of panel instruments
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Identify panel instruments on board a ship
and utilise them adequately
Chapter 10 - Paralleling of Alternators
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
the parallel operation of alternators
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Explain the various methods of synchronising
alternators
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Explain paralleling of alternators
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State the importance of load sharing
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Discuss the significance of speed droop
Chapter 11 - Switchboards and Switchgear
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing switchboards and switchgear
« State
the need for different types of switchboards
« Identify
various types of switchgear
« Specify the
role of each key component in the system
« Operate
switchgear onboard ships
Chapter 12 - Starters for Miscellaneous Equipment
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Explain the importance of a motor starter
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Determine the features of basic starters
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Trace common starter circuits implemented on
board
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Distinguish between an electronic or soft
starter and conventional starter
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Explain the basics of speed control of
induction motors
Chapter
13 - Fault Protection Devices
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
the protection of equipment
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Explain the fundamental reasons for faults
in electrical equipment
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Recognise the significance of overall protection
of circuits
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Explain the operation of various protective
devices in a ship’s electrical system
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Identify the need for motor and cable protection
Chapter 14 - Electric Cables
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing the
installation and use of cables
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State the significance of temperature coefficients
of metals used for conductors
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Compare various ratings and sizes of cables
in use
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Describe the importance of cable testing
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Apply proper wiring procedures on board a
ship
Chapter
15 - Cable Insulation and Ingress Protection
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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Comply with relevant regulations governing
insulation and ingress protection
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Specify the various classes of insulation.
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State the applications of different types of
insulating materials
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Identify equipment based on their degrees of
protection
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Explain the implications of temperature
ratings on equipment
Chapter 16 - Transformers
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing transformers
« State
the functions of the basic components of a transformer
« Explain
the theory supporting the operation of a transformer
« Identify
and work with the various types of transformers and related circuits on board
« Justify
the significance of transformer feeders
Chapter
17 - Propulsion Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with regulations governing propulsion systems
« State
the operating principles of various types of propulsion systems
« Specify
some of the latest developments in electrical propulsion systems
« Explain
the basics of dynamic positioning systems
« Distinguish
between conventional and water jet propulsion systems
Chapter
18 - Steering and Stabiliser
Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with regulations governing steering
systems
« Explain
the fundamental concepts of various types of steering systems
« State
the necessity and operating principles of some rudder position indicators
« Explain
the basic theory of a gyroscope and its applications
« Identify
the need for roll stabilisers
Chapter
19 - Deck Machinery and Cargo Equipment
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing deck machinery
« Explain
the basic operation of windlasses
« Explain
the basic operation of cargo winches
« Explain
the role of electrical equipment in deck machinery
« Trace
basic control circuits
Chapter
20 - Control of
Air Compressors
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing compressors
« Explain
the basic features of commonly-used marine compressors
« State
the importance of protection equipment incorporated in a basic system
« Trace
the starting, stopping and control circuits
« Justify
the importance of an air drier
Chapter
21 - Batteries and Battery Charging
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing batteries
« Explain
the constructional features and basic theory supporting secondary cells
« Justify
the need for various methods of battery charging
« State
the safety measures to be adopted when using secondary cells
« Render
first aid in case of electrolyte spillage
Chapter
22 - Lighting Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing lighting systems
« Identify
various incandescent lamps and explain their methods of functioning
« Identify
various discharge lamps and explain associated circuits
« Explain
the navigation and signal lighting system
« Justify
the need of emergency lighting and explain a basic system
Chapter
23 - Alarm Indication Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Identify
the various fire detectors onboard ships
« Explain the
theory the operation of various fire detectors
« Explain
the operation of Crankcase Oil Mist Detectors
« Explain
the operation of a basic scanning type of comprehensive alarm indication system
« Explain
the method of incorporating these alarm systems onboard ships
Chapter
24 - Gas Analysers
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« State
the importance of using adequate gas analysers onboard ships
« Describe
the Constructional features of various gas analysers
« Explain
the theory supporting different gas analysers
« List the
steps to be observed for safe and efficient operation of various gas analysers
« Explain
the maintenance and calibration procedures for the analysers
Chapter
25 - Miscellaneous Systems
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing some miscellaneous equipment
« Explain
the theory supporting cathodic protection
« Understand
the method of monitoring water purity
« State
the operating principles of galley and laundry equipment and water-tight doors
« Explain
the basic principles of monitoring and control of air-conditioning systems
Chapter
26 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
« Comply
with relevant regulations governing maintenance
« State
the significance of different types of maintenance
« List the
basic steps in troubleshooting
« Carry-out
basic maintenance of specific electrical equipment
« List the
spares, tools and accessories required for maintenance