Course Overview
This 5-day intensive program provides marine engineers, ship officers, and maritime professionals with fundamental and applied knowledge of marine engineering systems, operations, and maintenance. Participants will gain a solid understanding of shipboard machinery, propulsion systems, and safety protocols in compliance with STCW and IMO standards.
Course Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Operate and maintain marine diesel engines (2-stroke & 4-stroke)
- Understand ship propulsion systems (propellers, shafting, rudders)
- Manage auxiliary systems (pumps, compressors, heat exchangers)
- Troubleshoot common marine engineering issues
- Apply safety and pollution prevention regulations (MARPOL, SOLAS)
- Perform basic engine room watchkeeping duties
- Use marine engineering terminology correctly
Who Should Attend
This course is essential for:
- Marine Engineering Cadets
- Junior Engine Officers
- Shipboard Technicians
- Port Engineers
- Maritime Academy Students
- Naval Architects
- Offshore Vessel Crew
Course Modules
Module 1: Marine Power Plants
- Diesel engine cycles and components
- Fuel injection systems (common rail vs. traditional)
- Turbocharging and air systems
- Engine performance indicators
Module 2: Ship Propulsion Systems
- Propeller types and characteristics
- Shafting arrangements and bearings
- Controllable pitch propellers (CPP)
- Azimuth thrusters and pod drives
Module 3: Auxiliary Machinery
- Marine pumps and pumping systems
- Air compressors and refrigeration
- Heat exchangers (shell & tube, plate type)
- Steering gear systems
Module 4: Marine Electrical Systems
- Shipboard power generation
- Electrical safety procedures
- Emergency power systems
- Basic troubleshooting techniques
Module 5: Safety & Pollution Prevention
- Firefighting systems in machinery spaces
- Bilge and sludge management
- Oily water separator operation
- Engine room safety protocols
Module 6: Watchkeeping & Maintenance
- Engine room logbook entries
- Planned maintenance systems (PMS)
- Bunkering procedures
- Cold and warm engine starts
Module 7: Emerging Technologies
- LNG as marine fuel
- Hybrid propulsion systems
- Waste heat recovery
- Digitalization in marine engineering