Module Details

Module Code: NAUT6073
Title: Shipboard Management (<500GT)
Long Title: Shipboard Management (Vessels <500GT)
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2022/23 ( January 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5253 - Nautical Science
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the underpinning knowledge for the management of operations as officer of the watch, chief mate and master on board vessels under 500Gross Tonnage. It reflects the requirements as set out in the annex to the STCW Convention 1978 Reg II/3 and table A-II/3 of the STCW Code as amended. It includes applicable maritime law, resource management, safety and security management, shipboard surveys and pollution prevention techniques. This module is also mapped with the STCW Code 1978 as amended: Table A-II/3: Ensure Compliance with pollution-prevention requirements; Monitor Compliance with legislative requirements.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Assess the role of international and domestic legislation which impacts upon the daily management of a vessel under 500 gross tonnage.
LO2 Explain the requirements for shipboard surveys and safety certificates for vessels under 500 gross tonnage.
LO3 Describe bridge resource management techniques in terms of teamwork, communication and the human element.
LO4 Explain the operational systems for international safety and security management on vessels under 500 gross tonnage.
LO5 Explain the requirements for pollution prevention and control as required by the MARPOL convention.
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
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
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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
Maritime Law.
Role of the master. Ship registration. The role of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the pertinent conventions which impact on merchant ship operations. Merchant Shipping (MS) Loadline Rules 1968. Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention. Navigation Warnings. Safe access. Carriage of dangerous goods. International Convention of Marine Pollution (MARPOL) and the master's criminal and civil liabilities in the event of pollution. Merchant Shipping Acts and current employment legislation. Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) particularly with respect to hours of work and rest. Grievance procedures. Declaration of Security Awareness. MARPOL and related operations.
Ship Surveys and Certification.
Inspections and consequent certification before a ship can proceed to sea. Preparations prior to inspection. Maintenance of ships' records.
Resource Management.
Leaadership. Communications. Teamworking. Cultural differences. Error chain analysis. Situational Awareness. Standard Operating Procedures. Decision-making. Authority gradient. Stress and fatigue. Human machine interface.
International Safety Management (ISM)
Management Systems ISM Aims & objectives, Safety Management Systems, Document of Compliance, Safety Management Certificate, Observations, Non- Conformity, Internal & External Audit, Company responsibilities, planned maintenance, the link between ISM, Port State Control and Pollution prevention measures. Designated Person. Enclosed space precautions.
Shipboard Security Awareness.
Knowledge of current security threats and patterns. Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices. Recognition, on a non discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security. Techniques used to circumvent security measures. Crowd management and control techniques. Security related communications. Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans. Operation of security equipment and systems. Testing, calibration and at-sea maintenance of security equipment and systems. Inspection, control and monitoring techniques. Methods of physical searches of persons, personal effects, baggage, cargo and ship stores.
Pollution Prevention and Control.
MARPOL Convention and Appendices. Pollution prevention. Pollution control measures.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Short answer questions about ships' surveys and certificates.
Assessment Type Critique % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Assess a case study of a shipping incident in relation to resource management and the human element. About 750 words.
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Design a set of standing orders to ensure shipboard compliance with safety and security on-board management. Word count: approximately 750 words.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
Assessment Description
Analyse a case study with respect to the role of the master in maritime law and international conventions.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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 Class contact. Discussions. Case studies. Revision. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self study. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class contact. Discussions. Case studies. Revision. Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study. Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • M Maclachlan. (2004), The Shipmasters Business Companion, 4th. Nautical Institute., London, UK., [ISBN: 1870077458].
  • Michael Adams. (2006), Shipboard Bridge Resource Management, Noreaster Press, Maine, USA., [ISBN: 0977920003].
  • HMSO. (2015), Code of Safe Working Practices for merchant seamen, 2015. HMSO, London, UK., [ISBN: 9780115534027].
  • International Maritime Organisation. (2018), ISM Code, IMO, London, [ISBN: 9789280116960].
  • International Maritime Organisation. ISPS (International Ship and Port Security Facility) Code, IMO, London.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SNSOW_6 Certificate in Nautical Studies for Officer of the Watch and Master on Ships of Less Than 500 Gross Tonnage 1 Mandatory