Module Details

Module Code: MARI6009
Title: Marine Engineering Practice
Long Title: Marine Engineering Practice
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5252 - Marine Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module prepares students for their sea going phase
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Operate marine systems and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
LO2 Explain, with appropriate sketches, the construction details of marine systems and machinery
LO3 Participate effectively in engineering watchkeeping and maintenance duties
LO4 Communicate effectively in the context of marine machinery and ship operations
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).
Marine Engineering Practice & General Studies (MEP 1) be completed.
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.
No incompatible modules listed
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
Steering Gear
SOLAS requirements, types of steering gear, control systems, hydraulic systems
Steam Systems
Marine fire and water tube boilers, boiler fittings, fuel system, feed systems. Marine impulse and reaction turbines, lubrication and gland systems
Diesel Engines
Marine two-stroke and four-stroke diesel engines. Fuel, lubrication, cooling, scavenge and exhaust systems. Methods of starting and reversing. Safe operation of diesel engines.
Auxiliary Systems
Construction of pumps and compressors. Pumping systems. Auxiliary steam systems. Basic refrigeration system. Fresh water production and treatment. sewage treatment systems.
Propellers
Fixed and controllable pitch propellers. Methods of fitting and removal of propellers.
Fuel Processing
Fuel types. Filtration and centrifugal separation. Viscosity control.
Legislation
General :- Overview of regulatory environment governing shipping, sources of international maritime law, key factors promoting its development. The role of the European Union and International Maritime Organisation. Implementation of E.U. law and the main conventions on safety and anti pollution within domestic legal systems.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Marine Workshop
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Simulation
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Engineering Knowledge
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 Theory Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Marine Workshop/Simulation Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Theory 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
  • edited by J. Cowley. (1992), The running and maintenance of marine machinery, 6th. Institute of Marine Engineers, London, [ISBN: 0-907206-42-5].
  • H. D. McGeorge. (1999), Marine auxiliary machinery, 7th. [ISBN: 0-7506-4398-6].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kees Kuikens. (2010), Diesel Engines for ship propulsion and power plants, 2nd. [ISBN: 978-90-79104-02-4].
  • Klaas Van Dokkum. (2005), Ship Knowledge, 2nd. [ISBN: 9080633062].
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_EMARE_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering 3 Mandatory