Module Details

Module Code: NAUT6070
Title: Deck Maintenance Operations
Long Title: Deck Maintenance Operations
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5253 - Nautical Science
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module covers the competence required to carry out maintenance on steelwork, wood, wires and deck equipment using the correct preparation, tools, equipment and materials.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Schedule maintenance work according to instructions received
LO2 Complete maintenance tasks on schedule
LO3 Apply safe working practices during maintenance works
LO4 Employ relevant remedial action in the event of an incident, according to organisational procedures
LO5 Safely stow equipment, tools and surplus materials in their designated locations.
LO6 Dispose of waste materials according to good working practice and organisational guidelines.
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.
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
Regulations
Statutory regulations and guidelines, organisational instructions and guidance. Vessel contingency plans and Safety Management Systems.
Preparation
Surface area preparation. Work area preparation and resources required for maintenance.
Materials
Paints, chemicals, lubricants and cleaning materials used for common maintenance tasks. Material Storage and Disposal.
Incident response
Code of Safe Working Practices. Ship Safety Committee. Permit to work system.ISM Code and vessel Safety Management System (SMS)
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 60
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5,6
Assessment Description
MNTB Deck Rating and Able Seafarer Deck Training Record Book Section A21.1 - A21.4 signed by ship's officer to show proficiency
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3,4,5
Assessment Description
Write a report detailing the actions required by the vessel's Safety Management System (SMS) following an accident or incident during routine deck maintenance operations.
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
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact workplacement supervision Every Week 1.30 1.29999995231628
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact workplacement Every Week 5.70 5.69999980926514
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.30
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • D. J. House. (2004), Seamanship techniques, 3rd. Elsevier, [ISBN: 9780750663151].
  • Maritime and Coastguard Agency. (2010), Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen, Consolidated. TSO (The Stationery Office), p.52, [ISBN: 78-0-11-553170-5].
  • Ferguson, Angus. (2005), Seamanship Notes, 1st. p.232, [ISBN: 0953437965].
  • Piero Caridis,. (2009), Inspection, Repair and Maintenance of Ship Structures, 2nd. Witherby Seamanship International, [ISBN: 1-905331-37-1].
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_MSMAN_6 Certificate in Seamanship 2 Mandatory
CR_SNASC_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Nautical Studies 2 Mandatory