Module Details

Module Code: MARI6014
Title: Marine Diagnostics
Long Title: Marine Electrical Diagnostics
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2014/15 ( September 2014 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5220 - Electrical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will familiarize the student with techniques, procedures and methods used in the installation,commissioning and testing of electrical installations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Implement safe working practices in an electrical installation environment.
LO2 Implement functional wiring for a range of practical circuits and equipment, working both as an individual and as part of a team
LO3 Interpret industrial plant specifications and develop suitable control scheme.
LO4 Use and apply safe and efficient methods of carrying out electrical testing.
LO5 Develop and make use of safe means for carrying out fault finding procedures.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Safe working
Use safe, effective and efficient working practices to complete electrical installations.
Installation Methods
Select appropriate working methods and use tools, equipment and instruments for inspection testing and commissioning. Common motors. Principle of operation. Characteristics. Speed, torque, efficiency. Motor/load matching. Duty cycles. IP, Ex, ratings, Types of drive.
Installation Techniques
Select and install the cables, accessories and protective devices for radial and ring circuits for sockets. Install lighting circuits using loop in method and two way switching
Starting Methods.
Starting methods for industrial motors. DOL, reduced voltage/VSD/auto trafo./part winding. Multispeed. WRIM. Comparisons of voltage/current/torque. Load characteristics. Braking systems.
Motor Power and Control Circuits
Direct On Line, Stop-Start, Emergency stop, hand/off/automatic and sequential starting arrangements.Power on, motor run and overload trip indication. Forward and reverse operation. Star-delta operation. Install circuits incorpating actuators.
Testing
Introduction to voltage probe, insulation/continuity, loop impedance, RCDs testers. Core identification. Pe, ring continuity. Insullation tests. Supply live tests, polarity, RCD functional. Voltage drop.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Installation Projects
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
Installation Theory
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Final Practical Exam and Short Answer Questions.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Delivery Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Practical Program Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student review Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Alexandr Yakimchuk. (2012), Ship Automation for Marine Engineers and ETOs, Witherby Seamanship International Ltd, [ISBN: 13: 978-1-85609-526-6 (9781856095266)].
  • Geoffrey Stokes. (2003), Handbook of Elecrtical Installation Practice, 4th Ed. Blackwell, [ISBN: ISBN: 0.632.06002.6].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (July 1, 1998). (1998), Power System Commissioning and Maintenance Practice, [ISBN: 10: 0852969090].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMAEL_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Electrotechnology 3 Mandatory