Course Overview
This 5-day intensive program provides marine engineers, ship officers, and technical personnel with comprehensive knowledge of shipboard machinery systems, maintenance practices, and operational safety. Participants will gain hands-on experience with diesel engines, propulsion systems, auxiliary equipment, and automation 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)
- Troubleshoot propulsion systems (shafting, propellers, rudders)
- Manage auxiliary systems (pumps, compressors, heat exchangers)
- Implement safety procedures in engine room operations
- Conduct planned maintenance using PMS/CMMS
- Respond to machinery failures and emergencies
- Apply MARPOL regulations for pollution prevention
- Use automation systems (DCS, PLC, alarm management)
Who Should Attend
This course is essential for:
- Marine Engineers (Junior to Chief Level)
- Electro-Technical Officers (ETOs)
- Shipboard Technical Superintendents
- Port Engineers
- Maritime Academy Students
- Naval Architects
- Offshore Vessel Crew
Course Modules
Module 1: Marine Power Plants
- Diesel engine cycles (2-stroke vs. 4-stroke)
- Fuel injection systems (common rail, mechanical)
- Turbocharging and scavenging
- Performance monitoring
Module 2: Propulsion Systems
| Component | Key Maintenance Focus |
| Shafting | Alignment, bearing wear |
| Propellers | Erosion, cavitation damage |
| Rudders | Bearing clearance, hydraulic systems |
Module 3: Auxiliary Machinery
- Pump types and performance curves
- Air compressors and refrigeration
- Heat exchangers (fouling prevention)
- Steering gear maintenance
Module 4: Electrical Systems
- Shipboard power generation
- High-voltage safety procedures
- Emergency power systems
- Electrical fault finding
Module 5: Safety & Pollution Prevention
- Engine room firefighting systems
- Bilge and sludge management
- OWS (Oily Water Separator) operation
- Cold and hot work permits
Module 6: Maintenance Management
- Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS)
- Spare parts inventory control
- Condition monitoring techniques
- Dry-dock preparation
Module 7: Emerging Technologies
- LNG as marine fuel
- Hybrid propulsion systems
- Digital twins for machinery
- AI-assisted fault detection