Ek General

EXAMINATION OF MARINE
ENGINEER OFFICER
Function: Marine Engineering at
Management Level
MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE
(GENERAL).
April 2015
Question
During a loaded sea passage an unusual noise followed by excessive vibrations
were experienced in the engine room of your vessel while she was underway.
Vessel is fitted with a four bladed propeller directly coupled to a 2 stroke Diesel
engine: Engine room is located aft. After preliminary investigation and from the
engine parameters, you have come to the conclusion that propeller has sustained
damage.
Write a letter to your company reporting this incidence and justification for your
conclusion suggesting future course of action.
Question
(a) Draw a block diagram for a fully automated accommodation air conditioning unit,
labeling the component parts and indicating the directions of air flow.
State how
Accommodation air temperature is controlled.
Humidity is controlled with in prescribed comfort limit.
Such an installation can contribute to the efficiency of the ships main plant.
Question
Sketch in diagrammatic form, a refrigeration unit operating on the vapour compression
system.
Describe how it operates and adjustments can be made to its operating temperature.
What effect will the following have on its operation
A high ambient temperature
Gradual loss of gas.
Dirty heat exchanger
Question.
During routine soundings it is found that leakage into a cofferdam is occurring
from an adjacent deep cargo oil tank.
As Second Engineer state the procedure for directing safe entry by the engine room
staff to ascertain the cause of the leakage.
If the leakage persists discuss EACH of the following options as a possible
remedy:
(i) Leave the cofferdam to flood with oil
(ii) Flood the cofferdam with sea water
(iii)Seal the cofferdam and pressurize with air
(iv)Pump the leakage to bunker tanks.
Question.
Discuss, with reference to the super heater outlet temperature of a main boiler
operating at a constant load, the following statements:
An increase in excess air will tend to cause a decrease in super heater outlet
temperature due to the cooling effect of more air being introduced.
A decrease in economizer inlet temperature will tend to cause a decrease in super
heater outlet temperature due to the cooling effect of more water being introduced.
Badly fouled generating tube banks will cause an increase in the super heater outlet
temperature.
Excessive amounts of total dissolved solids in the boiler water will cause variations
in the super heater outlet temperature.
Question.
With reference to hydraulic system for deck machinery identify:
The types of contamination likely to be found in hydraulic systems for deck
machinery
The sources of such impurities;
Means used to prevent problems with contamination.
Possible effects of the oil contamination on the system.
Question
Sketch a high lift safety valve and seat detailing their special features
Describe how such a valve is overhauled and any clearance that should be
measured and noted.
Question
Sketch and Describe 2 Methods that employ Man METRIC Means for Measuring
Tank Contents
State What Corrections are to be made to the Reading Obtained by the Methods
Described?
Explain how Bunkering Requirement May Be Estimated When no Records of
Main engine Fuel Consumption are available
Question.
Describe with the aid of sketches where necessary a vane type steering gear showing
how the weight of the rudder stock are carried and the arrangement that allow wear
down.
State how vanes are secured and method of sealing the edges.
State how the steering gear is locked for maintenance
March 2015.
Question
(a) State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with
respect to the action to be taken in the event of a boiler uptake fire.
(b) State how the incidence of uptake fires may be minimized.
(c) State the reasons for blow-back from the furnace of an auxiliary boiler.
(d) State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with
respect to the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back.
Question.
machinery
Question
Sketch and describe a cargo space inert gas system producing washed gas from either
a main boiler or from an independent gas generator module.
Elaborate the alarms and cut-outs incorporated in the system to prevent any accident.
Explain the various protections for cargo tanks with respect to pressure vacuum build
up inside the tanks.
Question
Identify the chief causes of overheating in tunnel bearings and of vibration in main
shafting.
Explain why the seating of the engine room amidships enhances these tendencies.
State how overheating and vibration may be reduced or eliminated.
Question
Examine in detail three common but entirely different reasons for loss of steering gear
systems.
State how failure is inhibited in the design, operation and maintenance of steering gear
systems
Describe how a vessel may make port upon irreparable failure of the steering
telemotor.
Question
State why the temperature of lubricating oil supplied to an engine needs close control.
Sketch and describe an arrangement and explain the principle of operation of
instrumentation and control equipment for automatically maintaining the temperature
of lubricating oil supplied to an engine at its desired value.
Question
Explain why it is necessary to have intercoolers on a multi-stage compressor.
What attention do these require to keep them in a good and safe working
condition?
Sketch and describe the construction of a multi-stage compressor intercooler
suitable for a working pressure of 2400 kpa? State materials.
What attention is needed before opening up for inspection?
What faults are likely to develop in an air compressor and how are they remedied.
Question
Explain how the ingress of sea water is prevented in an oil lubricated stern bearing
system.
Should the system fail, describe the corrective action possible whilst the vessel is
afloat.
State why two stern bearing oil header tanks are fitted in some instances?
Question
What are the conditions required in the cylinders of a marine diesel engine for
good combustion.
State Under normal working conditions how the following may occur:
Black smoke, White smoke, Blue smoke.
Feb 2015.
Question
(a) Describe the procedure to be adopted for the inspection of a safety valve fitted
to an exhaust gas fired auxiliary boiler stating, with reasons, which parts should
receive particularly close attention.
(b)Describe the procedure for the setting of safety valves of exhaust gas fired
auxiliary boilers.
(c) Explain the action taken after the setting of safety valves as in (b).
Question
With reference to carriage and pumping of liquefied cargo:
a) Sketch \ Explain a suitable pumping system.
b) (i) Why are submerged hydraulically-driven pumps not used for liquefied gas
cargo?
(ii) How is overheating of pump shaft bearing avoided?
c) State how risk of fire and explosion in cargo tanks is obviated both in loaded
and discharged condition.
Question
With reference to electro-hydraulic steering gears:
Explain in terms of control parlance the function of the "Hunting gear"
Explain the consequences if the standby pumping unit is motored;
State TWO methods employed to prevent the standby hydraulic pump being
motored by the operating unit.
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
With reference to multitubular heat exchangers explain:
How and where impingement attack is likely to occur in the multitubular heat
exchangers tubes
Why is it desirable that coolant flow rate should not exceed that required to
maintain correct fluid temperature
Ample well-shaped water boxes and smooth tube inlets are desirable in
multitubular heat exchangers
Partial obstruction of tube bore is a common cause of multitubular heat exchangers
tube failure
Question
With respect to refrigeration gases used on board vessels answer the following.
Explain ozone depleting potentional of conventional ref gases.
Name alternative refrigeration gases available and being used on board
Explain the steps you will take to ensure that release of refrigeration gases from the
plant is minimised during normal operation and during maintenance activities.
Question
Compare and contrast the destructive testing done on engineering materials with non
destructive testing done on engineering components.
Briefly describe 1 destructive test and 2 non destructive test to illustrate the answer.
Question
With regard to care of lubricating oils on board answer the following.
Microbial degradation of lubricating oil and measures to prevent the same.
Method of ensuring correct sampling is done for the purpose of shore based testing.
If shore based testing results show abnormal value of water content and TBN for
crank case lube oil of a slow speed main engine, what will be interpretation and
subsequent action?
Jan 2015.
Question.
Sketch a ship's indirect refrigeration system arranged for cooling containers
showed in stacks in the hold.
Describe the refrigeration system sketched in (a)
State the advantages of the system described in (a) compared with containers with
their own refrigeration self-contained units.
Question.
With reference to sleeved keyless propeller assemblies:
(a) (i) State, with reasons, the metals used in the manufacture of the sleeve and
tail end shaft;
(ii) State the type and thickness of material used to bond the sleeve to the propeller
boss.
(b) When removing the propeller from the tail end shaft, state why the
following procedures are not recommended:
(i) Application of push off force by means of wedges or jacks and draw off force
by strong back; (ii) Expansion of propeller boss by concentrated local heating with
gas torches.
(c) State the correct procedure for removal of the propeller from the tail end
shaft.
Question
Give reasons why each of the following features is considered desirable in air
compressors:
(a) Smooth air passages with minimum obstruction at valves,
(b) Minimum clearance volume,
(c) Multitubular heat exchangers,
(d) Generous size of suction filter.
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Sketch and describe, a valve suitable for reducing air pressure and maintaining the
reduced pressure within close limits. Describe the processes through which air
from the starting air receivers should be treated before it is used in a pneumatic
control system.
Question
Question
With respect to steering gear answer the following
Explain with a diagram a fail safe steering gear suitable for use on a tanker of more
than 100000 t dwt.
Explain the sequence of event that take place when an oil leak takes place in one of
the hydraulic pipe lines.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
Describe with the aid of sketch the operation of Boiler feed water regulator
controlled by at least 2 other parameter beside water level in the drum.
Give reason for the inclusion of the other element beside water level in controlling
feed flow
Describe the possible effect when the drain valve on the constant head leg in the
level transmitter starts to leak.
Dec 2014.
Question.
With reference to fatigue of engineering components, explain the influence of
stress level and cyclical frequency on expected operating life.
(a) Explain the influence of material defects on the safe operating life of an
engineering component.
(b) State the factors which influence the possibility of fatigue cracking of a bed -
plate transverse girder and explain how the risk of such cracking can be
minimized.
Question
Sketch a combustion gas system, suitable for inerting the cargo spaces of a vessel.
Describe the operation of this system.
State the percentage analysis by volume of the inert gas generated by the system in
Question (a).
Question
An auxiliary engine exhibits a tendency to hunt to such an extent that the engine
speed varies and prohibit the connection of the machine to the switch board
Discuss the possible causes of hunting
Explain how the problem of hunting may be rectified.
Question.
Explain why it is essential to ensure adequate cooling of air compressor cylinders
inter cooler and after cooer
State with reason the possible consequence of prolonged operation of the
compressor if these areas are not adequately cooled.
Question.
Question.
tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
Question
control system.
Question
compressors:
Nov 2014.
Question
Method of ensuring correct sampling is done for the purpose of shore based
testing.
subsequent action?
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question
Question.
(a). Explain how and why the performance of reciprocating air compressor tends
to "fall off in service, (b) State how "fall off' is indicated and to what extent
permissible before correction. (c ) Describe how optimum performance is restored.
Question.
With regards to main transmission shaft flange coupling arrangements:
(a) Sketch a hollow type coupling bolt and the hydraulic head/nut and loading rod
which are used to fit it;
(b) Describe how the bolt is fitted.,
(c) State the advantage of the hollow coupling bolt as compared to the traditional
type of coupling bolt.
Question.
(a) Explain why centrifugal pumps cannot handle air or vapours to effect priming
yet turbo-blowers operating on the same principle can.
(b) If a vessel is fully laden, how may it be ascertained that the fire
pump priming arrangements would operate satisfactorily in the ballast condition.
(c) Explain a method of priming suitable for a centrifugal pump.
Question
(a) Describe a transverse bow thrust unit using a controllable pitch propeller.
Mention should be made of how it is supported and how the strength of thrust and
reverse thrust are achieved.
(b) State with reasons, a suitable prime mover for the controllable pitch propeller.
(c) State whether the thrust unit delivers a relatively low pressure head with high
volume output or high pressure head with low volume output.
Question.
Reverse osmosis is the modern alternative for shipboard production of drinking
water
Describe using simple diagrams if necessary, the principle of reverse osmosis.
1) Sketch a line diagram showing a single pass system for producing fresh water
from seawater
2) Describe such a system
Oct 2014.
Question
Question.
machinery
Question
Question.
What is the significance of clearance volume for reciprocating compressor.
Question
With reference to lifeboats, describe with the aid of sketches:
The handbrake used for lowering and state how it may be tested;
The centrifugal brake and state the method of testing;
Lifeboat servicing requirement and intervals for life boat wire fall renewal as per
solas 74.
Question
Explain the causes of the formation of mill scale on steel plate.
Explain the preparation necessary before the application of conventional paints to
the under water surface of the hull
Describe a coating scheme for the underwater hull using conventional paints.
Question
(a) Draw a block diagram for a fully automated accommodation air conditioning
unit, labeling the component parts and indicating the directions of air flow.
(b) Explain why the unit includes means of dehumidification and humidification.
(c) A chart is used for ensuring the accommodation conditions are within the so
called Comfort Zone: what useful information does the chart give.
Question
Explain why regular testing of water in auxiliary boiler is desirable
For each test i.e. is carried out
Reason for making test
Acceptable values for any particular type of boiler
Action to be taken if measured value differs from desired value.
Question
Explain the action of each of the following metallurgical mechanisms.
Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
b) State with reasons where each of the mechanisms in a) may occur in a ship
propulsion system.
Sept 2014.
Question
measured and noted.
Question.
down.
Question.
minimized.
Question
With respect to tankers describe.
(a) How a pump room is
ventilated?
(b) How cargo tanks are ventilated
?
(c) The main problem of carrying liquefied natural
gas.
(d) How the boil off from liquefied natural gas is handled?
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Main engine Fuel Consumption are available.
Question
Describe the possible faults which may be found during a dry-dock inspection of
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question
With reference to oil/water separators:
Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the working of such a
separator;
Explain the consequences if the interface detector position is
incorrect.
Enumerate the various possibilities by which oil/water interface can be disturbed.
Question.
(a) State the advantages of using steam turbine propulsion power for vessels
carrying L.N.G. cargo
(b) With regard to the use of L.N.G. cargo as boiler fuel explain;
(i) The safety precautions relating to the gas pipeline supplying the boiler and
burning the gas in the boiler;
(ii) The Means of getting rid of excess cases during loading or discharge.
Aug 2014. Other MMD

Question.
down.
Question.
With respect to tankers describe
How a pump room is ventilated
How cargo tanks are ventilated
Cargo tank protection as per solas 1974
Additional alarms provided for inert gas system of the inert gas generator.
Question
Briefly explain the term fatigue and explain how fatigue failure occur
State the difference between high stress / low cycle and low stress / high cycle
State how defect in metal can influence the expected safe life of a component
State how fuel timing and cylinder power balance can influence the possibility of
fatigue crack.
Question.
Question.
Question.
tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
Question
measured and noted.
Question
compressors:
Question
control system.
Aug 2014. Chennai MMD

Question
Method of ensuring correct sampling is done for the purpose of shore based
testing.
subsequent action?
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question
Question.
Question
(a) Sketch a Main Engine air starting system and describe how it operates.
(b) List the safety devices and interlocks incorporated in such a system and state
the purpose of each
Question
Describe the cause and effect of thermal stressing in cylinder Heads, liners and
pistons.
Explain why thermal stressing is aggravated with increased cylinder bore.
Explain how stress concentration and its effects are relieved by maintenance and
operational practices.
Question
(a) A set of indicator diagram including draw cards has been taken for a main
diesel engine; examine critically, the following if the compression curve is normal:
(i) The maximum pressure is lower,
(ii) The maximum pressure is higher
(iii)The expansion curve is lower
(iv)The expansion curve is higher.
(b) Describe how the faults as mentioned above can be rectified.
Question
With respect to diesel engine describe the cause of
Piston rings that is too tight in the piston grooves
Corrosion of position rings
Piston grooves that are worn.
Piston rings that are too slack with piston grooves
Describe the effect of each of the faults listed above and the remedial action for
each.
July 2014.
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question
Question.
Describe an automatic self-sludging centrifuge suitable for dealing with fuel of
density up to 1010kg\m3 at I5deg C.
Explain how the centrifuge described in Q.2 (a) is able to remove water from a
fuel, which has a density that is higher than that of water, and state any factors that
may assist the operation.
Write out the start up procedure for the centrifuge described in Q (a)
State how the problem of catalytic fines in fuel oil may be dealt with.
Question
With reference to hydraulic steering gear.
Sketch and describe
Single failure concept
100% redundancy
Question
(a) State why fixed pitch propellers have a poor efficiency when going astern.
(b) With reference to controllable pitch propellers, state:
(i) Why is it preferable that the main servomotor be housed in the propeller hub
rather than in the shafting forward of the propeller shaft ?
(ii)What regular maintenance and checks should be carried out to ensure maximum
- reliability of the gear at all times;
Question.
Sketch and describe a boiler water level controller of the float type
State the reason for having this mechanism on the boiler and using the controller
and boiler for analogy explain the following terms
Desired value, Servo motor, Detecting element
Question
Discuss the causes of corrosion and the means by which corrosion of the following
may be limited by manufacturers and ship's personnel respectively: -
Internal and external surfaces of auxiliary steam lines.
External surfaces of auxiliary boilers.
Water boxes of seawater coolers and condensers.
Main sea water inlet pipes.
Question.
minimized.
Question
With reference to reciprocating air compressor explain why.
Clearance volume is critical to efficiency.
Spring loaded Plate type valves are invariably used.
Compression is accomplished in apparent unequal stages.
Inter cooling is used between stages.
June 2014.
Question.
Discuss the cause of vibration and noise in main gearing and describe its possible detrimental effect on
machinery operation.
How would you detect the source of this vibration and how might it be reduced to tolerable limit.
Question.
Describe the operation of overhauling testing and setting a fuel valve for an auxiliary diesel engine
How should the following diesel engine faults be rectified
A Smokey exhaust.
One cylinder exhaust temp abnormally low.
The engine does not appear to be using any lubrication oil.
Question.
(a) Explain why, in spite of accurate alignment under static conditions, use of flexible couplings and
copious supply of lubricant, main reduction gearing in still subject to pitting, scuffing and other tooth
damage.
(b) Discuss the significance of viscosity in relation to the function of marine turbine oils as used in main
propulsion installations, stating how the viscosity is controlled and what could cause it to change in
service.
Question.
Describe the in-water survey to classification society requirements of the external
underwater structure of a very large crude carrier.
Question
Sketch an automatic sprinkler system for combating fire in passenger spaces on a
ship and state
(a) The safety devices incorporated in the system.
(b) How the system is charged?
(c) The parameters governing the volume of the pressure tank.
(d) Means provided to prevent the passage of seawater into the pressure tank.
Question.
With respect to main boiler super heater arrangements:
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of contra flow with parallel flow design
Describe how the element tube banks are supported yet allow for expansion
Describe how boiler carryover affects super heater effectiveness and condition.
Question.
An engine room is operating in the unmanned (UMS) mode. In the event of a failure of the UMS systems
explain the arrangements a second engineer officer should introduce to operate the machinery in manual
mode for a passage of 10 days duration.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question
(a) Sketch a section through a keyless sleeved propeller.
(b) (i) State the advantages of using a keyless sleeved propeller.
(ii) State with reasons, which metal sleeve, should be made for contact with the
forged m
steel tail shaft, (iii) State the material uses to bond the sleeve to the propeller and
the general thickness of the bonding material
April 2014.
Question.
Question
Explain how analysis of used lubricating oil can be used as a health monitoring
tool for diesel engine
Describe how vibration measurement can be used with a main engine turbocharger
For fault analysis
For condition monitoring for maintenance
As a substitute to opening up machinery for survey.
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
Question.
Question.
Question
Question.
water
from seawater
Question
measured and noted.
March 2014.
Question
measured and noted.
Question
(a) With reference to fatigue of engineering components explain the influence of
(b) Explain the influence of material defects on the safe operating life of an
(c) State the factors which influence the possibility of fatigue cracking of a
bedplate transverse girder and explain how the risk of such cracking can be
minimised.
Question.
down.
Question
a) The UMS monitoring and control system of your ship has recently started
to give false alarms and incorrect data printouts. State, with reasons, possible
causes if the false alarms and readings are:
i) Localised to a particular area of engine operation.
ii) General to the engine room
b) State, with reasons, the action you, as 2nd Engineer, would take to ensure
continued safe operation of the vessel if the defects were general to the engine
room
c) Explain the procedure you, as 2nd Engineer, would adopt in order to locate
and rectify a general fault in the UMS system.
Question.
Sketch and describe a cargo space inert gas system producing washed gas from
either a main boiler or from an independent gas generator module.
Why is the inert gas producing system you have described not suitable for a
machinery space fixed fire fighting system.
What percentage by volume of the following products of combustion would
you expect with good combustion in the system that you have described:- oxygen,
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, un-burnt hydrocarbons, oxide of
nitrogen
Question
The pipe work of the sea water circulation system for a passenger ship has to be
completely renewed. The company contracted for the work has no previous
experience of marine, installation.
You as the Second engineer have been requested to write the specification for
manufacture and installation of the steel pipe.
Outline your proposal for manufacture of the pipe.
State the necessary requirements for approval.
Question
Question
cargo?
Feb 2014.
Question
Question
Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Question.
down.
Question
minimised.
Question.
Question
Question
A new vessel exhibits severe after end vibration.
(a) As Chief Engineer, outline a procedure to investigate and; identify the
source of the vibration.
(b) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
Question
forged m
Jan 2014.
Question.
remedy:
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question
Question.
Question
(a) Sketch a watertight door and frame showing the manner of attachment to the
bulkhead and the additional reinforcement carried by the bulkhead to compensate
for the aperture.
(b) Explain how water tightness of the door and frame mating surfaces is ensured
with an hydrostatic pressure tending to force the faces apart.
(c) (i) Describe the means of closing the door;
State the number of closing stations and the position of each.
Question
Question.
Describe the following conditions are prevented in auxiliary boilers
Feed contamination by oil heating coil drains
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
Difficulty in maintaining normal water level.
Question.
A rudder of a vessel requires extensive welding repairs and as second engineer you
are requested to supervise :
Suggest a suitable type of welding process
State with reasons four common welding defects
State what tests may be carried out before returning the rudder to service.
Dec 2013.
Question
Question
Describe with the aid of a sketch, the main engine ancillary equipment for automatic
monitoring and regulation of fuel viscosity.
Explain the operation of equipment described in Q. (a)
Discuss the single fuel concept.
Question
With regards to the safety valve fitted to a boiler
State why an easing gear is fitted
Discuss the conditions under which easing gear may be used
State the precaution that may have to be taken during the use of easing gear
State why an open drain from the valve is considered necessary
Outline the protection the valve has against being tampered.
Question.
(a) How a pump room is ventilated
(c) The main problem of carrying liquefied natural gas
(d) How the boil off from liquefied natural gas is handled.
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question
minimised.
Question
(a) For Freon-22 vapor compression refrigeration machine, state how each of the
following faults arc indicated and how they arc remedied;
(i) Air in the system
(ii) Moisture in the system
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
(b) Describe with a diagram detailing the devices incorporated into the
refrigeration system to protect the machinery and equipment against malfunction.
Question
What is understood by risk on board ship?
As a 2nd engineer discuss various methods for hazard identification and assessment of
risk available on board.
Question
Write short notes on
Optical And Acoustic methds of non destructive testing.
Nov 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.
Question. This q is repeated

machinery
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question.
down.
Question
minimised.
Question.
Oct 2013.
Question
With respect to energy efficient running of ships, comment on optimization of propeller
hull interface flow devices and improvement of propulsion efficiency.
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of adopting the following
Planned Maintenance
Condition Monitoring
Breakdown Maintenance.
Question
With reference to the carriage and pumping of liquefied gas cargo
Sketch a suitable pumping system labelling the component parts
State;
(i) Why submerged hydraulically driven pumps are not used;
(ii) How overheating of pump drive shaft bearings is avoided;
State how the risk of fire and explosion in cargo tanks is obviated both in the
loaded and discharged condition.
Question
Question
minimised.
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Question
Question
Sept 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.

machinery
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question
Question.
Question
Describe the cause and effect of thermal stressing in cylinder Heads, liners and pistons.
Aug 2013.
Question
Question
than 100000 t dwt.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
feed flow
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question.
A Rating has been badly burned by a "blow back" from the oil fired auxiliary
boiler. As Second engineer, make a full report to Head office explaining the
circumstances of the incident and the precautionary means now taken to reduce the
possibility of a similar occurrence in the future.
Question
control system.
Question
Explain in detail the circumstance under which an interim DOC and an interim SMC may
be issued.
What checks are necessary before each of these certificate are issued.
July 2013.
Question
You have been appointed as Second Engineer of an older vessel which is in dry-
dock and recently been purchased by your shipping company. Describe, in detail
about your inspection, to ensure that the equipments on board ship related to safety
equipment survey are satisfactorily complied with.
Question
measured and noted.
Question.
down.
Question
minimized.
Question
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question
subsequent action?
Question
Describe how you as C/E would prepare an aux boiler for a class survey.
Question
feed flow
level transmitter starts to leak
Question
Sketch a sealing arrangement for an oil lubricated stern tube.
Identify the common form of seal failure.
State how oil loss due to seal failure can be restricted whist on passage.
What material is used for sealing ring and propeller shaft liner?
June 2013
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question.
down.
Question
minimised.
Question.
Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question.
APRIL 2013.
Question
You had to discharge to shore 200 tonnes of emulsified and contaminated fuel oil.
You had attempted to regrevate and purify this oil but were unsuccessful.
Write a report to your head office explaining the above, how the oil became
emulsified and contaminated, and what steps have been taken to prevent a re-
occurrence.
Question
Describe in detail each of the following processes and give an example where each is
likely to occur in marine engineering:
State how in each case the initiation of the process is prevented or minimized.
a) Corrosion fatigue
b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question
Separation rate is inconsequential in oily water separators
Discuss with reasons the one statement that is not correct regarding oily water
separators.
a) Test cocks are situated to locate the oil-water interface
b) Separation rate is inconsequential
c) Overboard discharge is inconsequential
d) Rise in temperature assist in the separation process
e) Rate of separation is unrestricted
Question
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
a) Describe, with the aid of sketches where necessary, a rotary vane type steering
gear showing, how the weight of the rudder and stock are carried and the
arrangement that allows for wear down?
State how the vanes described in a are secured and the method of sealing the edges
Explain why the stator pressure chambers are usually duplicated.
State what considerations determine the number of vanes.
Steering gear locked for rudder maintenance.
Question
minimized.
Question
March 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.
Question
W.R.T lubrication of reciprocating Freon refrigerating compressor,

State with reason the characteristic of the lubricating oil in use in such a system,
DiSCUSS each of the following W.R.T., Cause effect and remedy
1) Copper plating
2) Freon cloud point
3) Freon floc point
Sketch a ship indirect refrigeration system arranged for cooling containers stowed in
stacks in the hold.
Question
Sketch a four-ram steering gear arrangement capable of 100% redundancy.
Describe the operation of the arrangement sketched in (a).
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Feb 2013.
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Question.
nitrogen
Question
minimised.
Question
a) i) Sketch a simple cross section through a single stage centrifugal pump with a
fully shrouded single entry impeller naming the component parts and indicating the
direction of fluid flow.
2) Describe:
1) The function of the impeller and how suction is created by it;
2) The function of the volute casing;
b) State the suction lift that may be expected from the type of pump sketched
in a).
c) State why some centrifugal pumps have:
1) A double volute casing:
2) A diffuser ring.
Question
With reference to LNG explain the inspection you will carry out on the following
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Regassification plant
Cargo Pump
Emergency discharge pump.
Question
Question
Question
(a)
(1) State, with reasons, the metals used in the manufacture of the sleeve and tail
end shaft;
(2) State the type and thickness of material used to bond the sleeve to the propeller
boss.
(b) When removing the propeller from the tail end shaft, state why the following
procedures are not recommended:
(1) Application of push off force by means of wedges or jacks and draw off force
by strong back; (2) Expansion of propeller boss by concentrated local heating with
gas torches
shaft.
Jan 2013.
Question
Question
than 100000 t dwt.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
Question
State with reasons how cracking in each of the following location is caused
rectified and avoided
A frame
Bedplate longitudinal girder
Bed plate transverse girder
Question
feed flow
Question
Question
(a)State the laboratory tests that may be carried out on specimens of steel for ships'
plate giving reasons for the tests.
(b)The basic compositions of two ships' plates are given in Table below One is an
example of modem practice whilst the other is a specification of a 1940's tanker
that split in two due to brittle fracture. Compare these two specifications critically
and explain which of these two steels would be most resistant to brittle fracture.
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%
Question
Briefly describe how the performance of a 3 stage air compressor is assessed and what
are the methods for ensuring optimum performance with justifcation on each such
methods.
Dec 2012.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
5Question
Question.
Question
Question
(b) List the safety devices and interlocks incorporated in such a system and state the
purpose of each
Question
Sketch and describe an auxiliary boiler safety valve;
Explain which areas of the valve described above, require particularly close
attention during overhaul;
Describe how the valves are set after overhaul
Question
Nov 2012.
Question
Question.
machinery
Question
Question
shafting.
Question
systems.
systems
telemotor.
Question
occurrence.
Question
b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question
Question
With reference to main refrigeration plant give a reason for each of the following
operational irregularities and state how it is dealt with:
a) Rapid loss of crankcase lubricating oil in a "vee" block machine
b) Gradual "fall off" in the refrigeration effect over a comparative short period of time
c) Icing up at compressor suction
Frequent cutting off of compressor on high pressure.
Oct 2012.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Sketch and describe a stockless anchor illustrating the method or device used to
attach it to the chain cable.
When the anchor and cable are ranged during the ships underwater survey what
parts require special attention and what defects are likely to be discovered?
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
Sept 2012.
Question Sr 3 2008
Give possible reasons for the following in boiler water test result and state what
action should be taken
When total dissolved solids and chemical reserves are reducing
When phosphate reserve is reducing but chlorinity and TDS are increasing
When alkalinity reserve is only reducing
When oxygen level only is increasing.
State why complete results are logged or entered into a data retrieval system, rather
than note being made of any particular result which may be outside set limits.
Question Sr 3 2008
You have been appointed as the Second Engineer of an eight years old vessel;
recently purchased by your shipping company. Write a report to the engineering
superintendent covering the inspection of main propulsion machinery carried out
by you to ensure its trouble free operation.
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Feb 2009. July 2005

Question June 2009, Sr 6 2008

Question 4 2008
Question Sr 4 2008
(c) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question.
W.R.T the adoption of UMS describe suitable automatic control and alarm system to
deal with
High bilge level
Fuel oil tank overflow.
Bearing overheating
Fire detection
Comment on the method and frequency of testing the equipment and the energy
supply source to ensure unfailing continuous operation.
Aug 2012.
Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.

machinery
Possible effects of the oil contamination on the system
Question.
nitrogen
Question
With reference to oil/water separators;
Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the circuit for an interface detector
Explain the consequences if the interface detector position is incorrect
Question

1) Copper plating
3) Freon floc point
stacks in the hold.
Question
(a) Describe a vacuum sewage system.
(b) With reference to the system described in A-8 (a):
(i). State ONE advantage of the system;
(ii) State why a holding tank may be required to be fitted to the system;
(iii) State the problems resulting from the retention of untreated sewage in a holding
tank.
Question JAN 2007

With reference to an emergency source of electrical power in a passenger shi p
Describe a typical power source;
Give a typical list of essential services which must be supplied simultaneously.
c) Explain how the emergency installation can be periodically tested
July 2012.
Question Aug 2011.
occurrence.
Question Aug 2011.

b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question Aug 2011.

separators.
Question Aug 2011.

Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Question
good combustion.
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
June 2012.
Question
Question
Question
Question
Question
for the aperture.
Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
Question.
Question.
Explain why it is essential to ensure adequate cooling of air compressor cylinder, inter
coolers and after cooler.
State with reason the posssible consequences of prolonged operation of the
compressor if these areas are not adequeately cooled.
Question.
Damage has occurred to main engine valves and fuel supplied at a particular port is
suspected. The owners case however, in the subsequent dispute may be weak because
the fuel was ordered specifying only type and viscosity.
Apart from fuel specification describe how you as 2nd engineer should have assisted
the owners case when receiving the suspect fuel. Describe a recognised fuel standard
that may be used when ordering fuel.
Explain how thecorrect fuel standard is selected.
Suggest with reason why pariticular mention should be made of certain elements that
might not be included in the fuel standard.
April 2012.
Question
A fire in the exhaust gas boiler on a motor ship may develop in two or three stages.
With reference to such situations, discuss:
(a)The factors which could be a cause for initiation and development of:
(i)Ignition of soot
(ii)Small soot fires;
(iii)High temperature fires
(b)State the standing instructions you, as Second Engineer Officer, would issue
with respect to the action to be taken in the event of a boiler uptake fire.
Question 2006 Sept, July

Question.
nitrogen
Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Question 2006 sr 4 April

Tank Contents
Described?
Question April 2006

Explain how the centrifuge described in Question. (a) is able to remove water from
a fuel, which has a density that is higher than that of water, and state any factors
that may assist the operation.
Write out the start up procedure for the centrifuge described in Question (a).
Question
For fault analysis
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Question
Sketch a reciprocating air compressor incorporating a first stage rotary compressor
State the reason whether the advantages claimed for the design justify the added
complexity.
March 2012.
Question
In view of the number of fatalities involving inert gas used for fire fighting purposes,
your company is considering alternative methods of protection for the machinery
spaces. As Second Engineer compile a letter to the company expressing your views
for the retention or rejection of inert gas systems and stating your opinions on viable
alternative systems.
Question
It is important, to maintain the quality of lubricating oils in main and auxiliary diesel
engines.
(a) Discuss critically the methods used to maintain crankcase oils on the various ships
in which you have served.
(b) Drawing conclusions from (a) state, as Second Engineer, your preferred method of
maintaining crankcase oil quality.
Question
(a) Describe the preparation necessary before the application (in dry dock) of
sophisticated or approved long life coating to the underwater surface of the hull.
(b) State the significance of the roughness profile.
(c) List the different sophisticated coatings which are available.
Question
How does the cargo pumping system of a product carrier differ from that of an oil
tanker? Sketch the cargo pumping system of a product carrier.

Question
for the aperture.
Question
With reference to oil monitoring of bilge and tanker ballast
discharges
(a) Describe with the aid of a sketch, the general arrangements of an oil
monitoring system;
(b) State the inputs that are recorded;
Explain the difficulties encountered with the efficient operation of the oil
monitoring.
Question
tank.
Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Feb 2012.
Question Sr 6 2008
You have recently joined a vessel as Second Engineer Officer. For the past several
voyages it has been the practice on board to dispense with the use of the exhaust
gas boiler and leave it to ran dry.
As part of an overall economy drive the company has requested you to re-
commission the boiler.
Write a letter to the Superintendent Engineer stating how the boiler was brought on
line and the safety valves adjusted
Question Sr 6 2008
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
For fault analysis
Question
Question Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007

Question OCT 2006

Question
Question SR 2 FEB 2007

water
from seawater
Jan 2012.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
auxiliary boilers.
(c ) Explain the action taken after the setting of safety valves as in (b).
Question.
machinery
Question.
motored by the operating unit
Question.
Question.
Question Aug, April 2009.

control system.
Question Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

Question Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

2011
Dec 2011.
Question Dec 2011.
Sketch and describe the operation of a reliquefication plant for an lpg carrier.
Enumerate the precaution and observation to be carried out before starting during
running and after stopping the plant.
Question. Dec 2011.

Sketch and describe the hydraulic system for a framo pump
State the normal maintenance required for the pump.
Question. Dec 2011.

Sketch and describe a suitable burner which can be used on gas and oil in a boiler of a
lng ship
Enumerate the normal attention required on such burner.
Question Dec 2011.

for the aperture.
Question Dec 2011.

Question Dec 2011. April 2009. Sr. No. 8 2004

equipment (equipments related to fire fighting and life saving) survey are
satisfactorily complied with.
Question Dec 2011. April 2009.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
Question. Sr 3 2008
Question. Dec 2011
Sketch and describe an electro hydraulic stabilizer
Explaining how it restrains the rolling action of a vessel in heavy seaway
What structural parts of the vessel are most affected by this restrain?
Nov 2011.
Question Sr 6 2008
Question Sr 6 2008
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
For fault analysis
Question

Question OCT 2006

Question

water
from seawater
Oct 2011.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
6Question
fatigue crack.
7Question Sr 8 2008.
Describe the term volumetric efficiency as related to air compressor
Describe the effect of the following faults in multi stage reciprocating air
compressor.
Inter stage cooler starved of cooling water.
Worn crank shaft bearing
Broken or worn scarper ring
Suggest a failsafe arrangement in the event of inter stage cooler water loss.
8Question
9Question
Sept 2011.
1Question.
State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with respect to
the action to be taken in the event of a boiler uptake fire.
State how the incidence of uptake fires may be minimized.
State the reasons for blow-back from the furnace of an auxiliary boiler.
the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back
2Question.
machinery
3Question.
4Question Sr 3 2005
solas 74.
5Question
6Question
With regards to keeping the gas side of a boiler in good condition discuss each of
the following
The mechanism of combustion stating the factors which are important for good
combustion
Fuel oil treatment
Soot removal equipment.
7Question
8Question
9Question
discharges
monitoring system;
monitoring.
10Question
Aug 2011.
Question Aug 2011.
Sketch and describe a main lubricating oil pump. Which are the clearances to be
checked?
Question Aug 2011.

Describe the construction of a 3 stage air compressor
Give the temperatures and pressures at each stage
Where are the drains
What type of oil is used and why
Why inter cooler are used in multistage compressor.
Question Aug 2011.

shafting.
Question Aug 2011.

systems.
systems
telemotor.
Question Aug 2011.

occurrence.
Question Aug 2011.

b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

separators.
July 2011.
1Question April 2009.
A rating has been badly burned by a "blow back" from the oil fired auxiliary boiler.
As Second engineer, make a full report to Head office explaining the

compressors:

control system.
4Question April 2009. 2006

cargo?


fatigue crack.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
8Question April 2009. Sr. No. 8 2004


June 2011.
1Question
A rating has been badly burned by a blow back from the oil fired auxiliary boiler.
As 2nd engineer make a full report to head office explaining the circumstance of
the incident and precautionary means now taken to reduce the possibility of a
similar occurrence
2Question
3Question
4Question
for the aperture.
5 Question
6 Question.
compressors:
7Question.
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
8 Question.
9 Question
than note being made of any particular result which may be outside set limits
April 2011.
1Question.
The vessel on which you are serving as Second Engineer develops an oil leak from
the stern tube aft oil seal whilst on voyage. Write a letter to the owners of the
vessel regarding the incident, describing the temporary emergency measures taken
to stop the oil leak in order to allow the vessel to enter Indian territorial waters for
cargo discharge and dry docking without contravening MARPOL 1973/78. Also
information about the cause of the oil leak and the action to be taken in dry dock to
rectify it may be mentioned.
2Question.
W.R.T. Fixed installation for dealing with machinery space fire
Describe with the aid of sketch a typical installation
Explain the testing procedure for the equipment
Out line the testing procedure for
Remote shutdown
Other equipment to be used in the event of engine room fire.
3Question.
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
4Question.
An auxiliary boiler water level control system has a differential pressure
transmitter as the detecting element for water level.
(a) Sketch and describe such an
arrangement.
(b) If the transmitter was damaged describe how a replacement unit would be
calibrated.
5Question.
You have been appointed as Second Engineer to a new vessel that experiences
severe aft end vibration. The problem is thought to emanate from the propeller.
The company, which is inexperienced in the operation of ships,, requests you to
investigate the problem. Describe the causes of the vibration and suggest remedies
including the selection of a new propeller with a different number of blades.
6Question.
Compare the following methods of crack detection, defining their advantages and
limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
7Question
Sketch the pump characteristics of a typical centrifugal pump,
Explain how these characteristics are obtained
Some engine room circulating pumps of the centrifugal type are arranged for
variable speed operation
Sketch the characteristics curves for such a pump indicating the effect of varying
speed
State the reason for using pump of the type referred to above question.
8Question
Question (a).
9Question
Draw a line sketch of a system used as an alternative to low pressure evaporator for
producing water on board ship?
Explain its working principle.
What are its inherent advantages & limitations?
March 2011.
Question
Question
State;
Question
A frame
Question
Question Emergency set 2006

Draw a diagram of a 4 ram hydraulic steering gear showing
Pump isolating valves
Relief \ shock valves
By pass valve
Explain the operation of the system sketched
Indicate in the diagram the valve position for operation of the system when one
pump is isolated and the unit is operating on 2 rams only.
Question
Question
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%.
Question
feed flow
Feb 2011.
Question Sr. No. 8 2004
Question
measured and noted.
Question
minimised.
Question March 2006 Sr 3

room
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Question
Question
cargo?
Jan 2011.
Question
It has been found necessary to completely replenish all of the oil in the lubricating
system of a large motor ship (or steam turbine ship). As Chief Engineer, write a
detailed report to the Superintendent
Question
(i) Sketch and describe a Pilgrim Nut for securing a propeller to the screw shaft.
Describe how this device is used to loosen the propeller on the shaft when removal
or inspection becomes necessary.
(ii)Give four (4) reasons why this method is considered to be superior to all other
methods.
Question
(i) Describe an air conditioning system for a passenger car ferry.
(ii) Explain in detail how the humidity of the air is measured and controlled.
Question
(i) Using a line diagram, describe a fire smothering system which draws inert gas
from the funnel that is, the exhaust of the main engine or boilers.
(ii) Can such a system be used for extinguishing engine room fires? (iii)What are
the time related problems inherent with inert gas systems and how are they
overcome.
Question
Various tests are carried out on material used for boiler construction. With
reference to these tests, explain the following terms (1) elongation (2) yield point
(3) area reduction (4) ultimate stress.
Question
Describe how you would remove air from a telemotor system. What are the
dangers of air in a telemotor system?
Question
What gases are present in oil tanks after pumping out?
How would you remove these gases and what are the dangers of these gases.
Question
Describe a bilge system suitable for a ship with cellular double bottoms. By means
of a simple sketch, show the positions of pumps, manifolds, suctions, etc.
2010.
Dec 2010.
Question
What preventative measures should be taken against the out-break of fire in an oil
burning vessel?
How would you proceed to subdue such an oil fire?
Describe with the aid of a sketch, a foam type portable fire extinguisher.
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Question
good combustion.
Question
Describe how you would test boiler water for:
Alkalinity
Chlorides.
State the values obtained from the tests that would be considered suitable for a
water tube boiler
If the test results were unsatisfactory, what remedial action would you take?
Question
What gas would be found in the following compartments and how could their
effects be minimized?
Battery room, ships refrigeration chamber, in empty ballast tank, in ships paint
store room, in ships fuel tank?
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
Question
With reference to ram type electro-hydraulic steering gears explain:
Why in electro-hydraulic steering gears four rams are provided in many instances.
With sketches the arrangement of the crosshead rapson slide and its principle of
operation
Why the telemotor receiver is spring loaded and the effect on steering of spring
failure
Nov 2010.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
6Question
fatigue crack.
compressor.
8Question
9Question
October 2010
Question
Question Sr 6 2008
State;
Question
A frame
Question

By pass valve
Question
Question
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%.
Question
feed flow
September 2010.
1Question Sr 7 2006
Draw line diagram of a feed water system for an auxiliary boiler, labeling all the
principal items and showing the direction of flow.
Explain how feed supply to the boiler is regulated? Explain rising water level
characteristics of level control.
State what preventive and corrective measures may be taken if oil contamination of
the feed water takes place?
(c) State what means are provided to prevent oil contamination of the feed water.
2Question Sr 7 2006
3Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
4Question OCT 2006

5Question OCT 2006

Discuss the properties required by L.O for use in;
1 hydraulic steering gear system
2 refrigerating machinery
3 bearing lubrication in high speed machinery
4 gear case
5 Oil lubricating stern tube.
6Question Sr. No. 9 2008

Cast iron is most widely used metal after steel in marine engineering
Most cast iron consist of graphite in steel like matrix.
Discuss the variation of properties that may arise with reference to pearilitic grey
cast iron and spherical grey cast iron.
.
7Question Sept 2005Sr. No. 7

Define the metallurgical composition, mechanical properties and the reason for
selection in a specified marine engineering application of the following metals:
(a) Nodular cast iron,
(b) Titanium.
(c)High Tensile Steel.


With reference to main air compressor
(a) Describe the method of control used when a compressor is running
continuously.
(b) Describe the principle of operation of automatic drains fitted to air compressor
(c) Describe the effect of leaking suction and delivery valves in an air compressor.
Aug 2010.
Question
With reference to pneumatic differential transmitters;

a) Sketch and describe such a transmitter;
b) State the duties that they may perform.
Question
With reference to keyless propellers

a) Make a sketch showing how a propeller is mounted using the Pilgrim method
b) Explain the advantages of the Pilgrim method.
Question
a) Sketch and describe a low pressure evaporator utilizing low grade heat to
produce the distillate
b) State, with reasons the prohibitions placed on the use of the evaporator with
regard to the location of the vessel
Question
a) Describe the type of pump that would be installed in a hydraulic system for deck
machinery;
i) Explain the possible causes of contamination in a hydraulic system.
ii) Describe the likely results of contamination
iii) Explain how contamination is monitored.
Question
With reference to air conditioning units

a) With the aid of a sketch, explain the operation of a unit ludes means of
dehumidifying, Humidifying and refrigerated cooling.
b)
i) Describe the conditions that could lead to legionella grow
ii) List the precautions necessary in the maintenance of airing systems to reduce
the Risk of legionnaires disease being contracted
Question
a) Sketch and describe a four ram hydraulic steering gears

b) Explain the operations, that are necessary to enable & system to operate on two
rams only.
Question
a) Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion fitted in a refrigeration

system;
b) With regards a high pressure cut-out in a refrigerate, state four operational
circumstances that may cause a high pressure operate;
Question
Describe with the aid of a sketch, an aerobic sewage treatment plant

ii) State the effect, if any, of change of temperature and regularity of flow on the
system.
b) Explain the significance of Biological Oxygen Demand
Question
Explain how Green House Gas emissions from ships are to be reduced by the
IMO?
July 2010.
Question
Explain how preheating contaminated oil prior to centrifuging contributes to the
satisfactory performance of an oil centrifuges.
a) Explain why the properties of the mild steel make it suitable for many
applications in marine engineering.
b) State the effect of the increasing Carbon content in plain carbon steel.
c) Give two instances where the physical properties of steel are modified by
alloying and give reasons for the modification;
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 6 2008
State;
Question April 2009.
fatigue crack.

Question
Question Sr 7 2008
With reference to independent emergency fire pumps;
State three areas where they are commonly installed and give reasons why:
Describe with the aid of a sketch an air pump or primer used to initiate suction
when the fire pump is situated above seawater level;
State the suction lift which would be expected from a single stage pump system.
State how the capacity of the fire pump should be tested;
State how it can be ensured that the pump is kept in good working order;
State the precautions which must be taken in sub-zero temperatures.

water
from seawater
June 2010.
1Question Sr 3 2008
2Question Sr 3 2008
3Question Sr 3 2008
4Question.
Sketch an arrangement of propeller and stern tube in which the tube is filled with
oil and Suggest a method of repair when rubbing surfaces of the oil seal gets badly
worn out
State the defects that you would look for when the shaft is withdrawn in the dry
dock.
5Question Jan 2009.

arrangement.
calibrated.
6Question Dec 2005 Sr 11

(a) Sketch and describe a gear type pump indicating the flow of fluid.
(b) State the materials that gear type pump components may be manufactured
from.
(c) Specify THREE applications that are suitable for the employment of gear type
pumps.
7Question March 2009.
Describe with the aid of sketches where necessary a vane type steering gear
showing how the weight of the rudder stock are carried and the arrangement that
allow wear down.

Sketch and describe a high pressure cut-out in a refrigeration system.
b) The refrigeration compressor has stopped due to operation of the h. p. cut-out.
Explain
(i) The possible causes.
(ii) How these causes would be found and possible remedies.
What steps are taken if the compressor "short-cycle" on low pressure cut-out?

auxiliary boilers.
April 2010.
1Question Feb 2009.

the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
2Question 2007 sr 10
separator;
incorrect.
3 Question JAN 2010. April 2009.

4Question JAN 2010.

measured and noted.

6Question.
nitrogen
7Question Sr 6 2008
State;
8Question Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007


fatigue crack.
March 2010 Same as April 2010.

Feb 2010.
1Question Nov, March 2009.
allow wear down.
2Question Nov 2009, Sr 6 2008

minimized.
3Question Feb 2009. Sr 4 2008

ventilated?
?
gas.

compressor if these areas are not adequately cooled

tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
7Question
similar occurrence
8 Question
compressors:
9Question Sr No 6 2005
control system.
JAN 2010.
2Question
measured and noted.
3Question Sr 4 2008
Tank Contents
Described?
4Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
5Question 2006 Sr 5.
2) Describe:
in a).
2) A diffuser ring.
6Question Aug 2009, Sr 3 2008

equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion

Same as Q1

2009
Dec 2009
1Question Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.
2Question Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007

7Question June 2009, Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007, 2006 JULY

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
3Question Feb 2009. July 2005

4Question June 2009, Sr 6 2008
6Question. June 2009

(a) Describe the principle of a coil-operated brake suitable for winches and other
deck machinery
(b) Explain with suitable sketches how the windlass is relieved of strain when
riding at anchor

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion


Nov 2009
1Question Sr 6 2008

allow wear down.
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.

5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
(d) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
Describe how you, as Second Engineer, would prepare an auxiliary boiler for
survey by classification society.
Oct 2009
1Question.
Describe three different types of tube used for exhaust gas boilers.
Give two reasons why a tube would be condemned.
How would a leaking tube to be rectified?
How can the operating efficiency of an exhaust gas boiler be maintained at an
acceptable level?
Suggest with reasons the possible cause of allowing an exhaust gas boiler to run
dry during full power operation of engine
2Question Sr. No. 10 2008, Sr. No. 2 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.
Done Sr. No. 10 2008
Misalignment of main shafting bearing engine and propeller causes bearing
overload and shaft stress.
State the difficulties associated with checking shaft alignment and the reasons why
result are unreliable due to external factors.
Explain with a simple sketch how a bearing load is assessed
Explain how uneven loading could be rectified.
4Question.
With reference to sea water cooled multi-tubular heat exchangers state -
(a) The materials used for the construction of the tubes, tube plate, and water
boxes.
(b) The various types of corrosion that the parts in (a) are subjected to.
(c) Measures employed to reduce or prevent above corrosion.

During the loading of a petroleum tanker, the incoming cargo forces out from the
tank its previous atmospheric contents (air-vapour-inert gas).
(a) Explain;
(i) The dangers of venting during the loading via open tank hatches:
(ii) Why the pressure/vacuum valves is not used for venting.
(b) Sketch and describe a patent high velocity vent and state why such a device is
used.

(a) State, with reasons, THREE properties required of a crankcase oil which is to
be used for a trunk piston main engine.
(b) Explain how a representative sample of crankcase oil would be obtained from a
trunk piston engine.
(c) Briefly describe the action to be taken if the crankcase oil charge cannot
immediately be replaced and analysis shows:
(i) Water is present;
(ii) Alkalinity has fallen;
(iii) Viscosity has changed appreciably;
(iv) Carbon content has increased.
7Question.
Legislation framed at preventing the emission of black smoke sets limits on the
length of time of such emission.
(a) Discuss the reasons for setting time limits rather than imposing a complete ban
on emission-
(b) State why different times are quoted, giving examples.
(c) State the likely constituents of black smoke from the combustion of residual
fuel in a boiler
(d) List the contaminants likely to be found in the clear exhaust from a diesel
driven alternator burning gas.

(a) With the aid of a block diagram describe the operation of an electronic
governor for an internal combustion engine.
(b) State THREE problems to which such a governor is prone and explain how
EACH becomes evident.
(c) In the event of the governor on a direct drive engine becoming inoperative state
the action you, as Chief Engineer, would take in order to ensure safe operation of
the engine.

2009 Aug
1Question Aug, April 2009.

compressors:

control system.
4Question Aug 2009, Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.
5Question Aug 2009, Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

Describe with a sketch a pneumatic relay and show how feed back can be achieved
when such a relay is used in conjunction with a flapper mechanism.
7Question Aug 2009, March 2009.

(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge

Explain the motive behind such an arrangement.
complexity.

equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2009 July.
1Question Sr 6 2008

allow wear down.
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.

5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
(e) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
June 2009
1Question June, March 2009.
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
4Question Sr 6 2008
5Question Sr 3 2008
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor
7Question Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007, 2006 JULY

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
8Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
9Question
April 2009.

compressors:

control system.

cargo?


fatigue crack.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion


March 2009.
You have been appointed as the Second Engineer-of an fifteen years old bull
carrier, recently purchased by your shipping company. Exhaust and auxiliary
boilers, are due for survey and requires extensive repairs.
Write a report to the engineering superintendent with respect to the inspection
carried out and the defects observed, also give details of repairs to be carried out
for the safe operation of the boilers.


Question (a).


Electrical power is provided from an alternator driven by a main engine, which is
coupled to a controllable pitch propeller. Using a sketch to illustrate your answer,
describe a suitable governor for the main engine.
Give an account of the governor action to increase the power delivered by the
engine in response to a large electrical load increase while also restoring and
maintaining the correct frequency.
The electrical load is transferred to auxiliary diesel driven alternators when
necessary, by paralleling. Explain the necessity for droop being incorporated in
governors and how this is effected
Explain each of the following:
The necessity for droop;
How droop is affected.

(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge

allow wear down.

Explain
auxiliary boilers.
Done June 2010, March 2009.
Feb 2009.
1Question Feb 2009.
2Question Feb 2009.


4Question April 2009. Feb 2009.

cargo?
Done April 2009.
5Question Feb 2009.
Done April 2009.
6Question. Feb 2009.
fatigue crack.
Done April 2009.
ventilated?
?
gas.
8Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Jan 2009
1Question Jan 2009.
2Question Jan 2009.

W.R.T. Fixed installation for dealing with machaniery space fire
Remote shutdown
3Question Jan 2009.

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
4Question Jan 2009.

arrangement.
calibrated.
5Question Jan 2009.

6Question Jan 2009.

limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
7Question Jan 2009

speed
8Question Jan 2009

Question (a).
9Question Jan 2009

Sr 12 same as Jan 2009
Sr 11 2008.
1Question Sr11 2008
(a) With respect to auxiliary boiler water level maintenance and indication,
describe, with the aid of sketches, the sensing devices for:
(i) A feed pump control;
(ii) Local water level;
(iii) Remote water level,
(iv) Low and high water level alarms.
2Question Sr11 2008

With the aid of sketch explain the operation of a unit which includes means of
dehumidification, humidification and refrigerated cooling.
Describe the condition that could lead to legionella growth.
List the precaution necessary in the maintenance to reduce the risk of legionnaries
disease being contacted.

4Question Sr11 2008

Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion valve as fitted in a refrigeration
system.
With reference to H.P cut out state four operational circumstance that may cause a
H.P cut out to operate.
5Question Sr11 2008

With reference to pneumatic differential transmitter
Sketch and describe a transmitter.
State the duties they may perform.
6Question Sr11 2008

arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
7Question Sr11 2008, Dec 2005 Sr 11

With reference to 4 ram hydraulic gear having duplicate pumps
Sketch an arrangement of relief; make up, isolating and bypass valve
Explain the use of isolating and bypass valves if one of the cylinders has fractured
Describe the arrangement to indicate the loss of hydraulic fluid due to leakage

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
9Question Sr11 2008
Define the consideration governing main air compressor
Give reason why internal surface of air receivers are frequently coated with clear
copal varnish.
Explain why air receivers drain valves should be overhauled at every available
opportunity.
2008 Sr No 10.

3Question Sr11 2008, Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007. 2006 JULY
Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done Sr11 2008
4Question Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.




water
from seawater
2008 Sr No 9.
1Question Jan 2009, Sr. No. 9 2008.
Done Jan 2009
Remote shutdown
Done Jan 2009

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
Done Jan 2009
4Question Jan 2009, SR 10 2008, Sr. No. 9 2008.

Done SR 10 2008
6Question Sr. No. 9 2008.

State the properties required of lube Oil for use in
:
(a) Refrigerating
compressors;
(b) High speed Diesel
engines;
(c) Hydraulic steering
gear;
(d) Oil lubricating stern tube;
(e) Gear case.
7Question Sr 3 2009, Sr. No. 9 2008

showing how the weight of the rudder and stock are carried and the arrangement
that allow for wear down.
Done March 2009
(a) Sketch and describe a high pressure cut-out in a refrigeration
system..
(b) The refrigeration compressor has stopped due to operation of the h. p. cut-out.
Explain
(ii) How these causes would be found and possible
remedies,
(c) What steps are taken if the compressor "short-cycle" on low pressure cut-out?
Done March 2009
receive particularly close
attention.
(b) Describe the procedure for the setting of safety valves of exhaust gas fired
auxiliary boilers.
(c) Explain the action taken after the setting of safety valves as-in (b).
Done June March 2009
2008 SR 8
1Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008
A Rating has been badly burnt by a "blow back" from the oil fired auxiliary boiler.
circumstances of the incident and the precautionary measures now taken to reduce
the possibility of a similar occurrence in the future.
Done April 2009
2Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008
a) Sketch a four-ram steering gear arrangement capable of 100% redundancy.
(b) Describe the operation of the arrangement sketched in (a).
Done March 2009
3Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 10 2008, Sr 8 2008
(a) Describe a transverse "bow thruster" unit. Mention should be made of where it
is fitted, how the propeller hub with shafts and internal bevel gear drive are usually
supported and how the maneuvering oil is conveyed to the propeller main servo-
motor. Also mention how strength of thrust and reverse thrust are achieved.
(b)"Give reasons why the standard constant speed non-reversing type electric
motor is preferred as the prime mover rather than a diesel engine.
4Question Sr 8 2008
Sketch, and describe, any two of the following instruments
:
(a) Continuous liquid level indicator
(b) Direction indicator and wrong-way alarm
(c) Fluid flow meter
(d) High temperature pyrometer
Comment on the features that make them suitable for their selected duties.
5Question
Done June 2009.
6Question Sr 8 2008
Explain the functioning of the control mechanism for a fully-automatic domestic
refrigeration plant having one compressor and which maintains a vegetable room at
5 C and a meat room at -12 C. State the routine maintenance required for the
whole refrigeration plant.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
2008 Sr No 7. EMERGENCY
Set.
1Question Sr 7 2008
Give reasons why even moderately rated auxiliary boilers require regular attention
to both feed and boiler water condition.
Suggest with reasons the possible consequences if this attention is neglected.
2Question Sr 7 2008
Describe with the aid of a line diagram the layout and component of a hydraulic
system suitable for operation of deck machinery
Explain how the hydraulic system pressure is controlled assuming the use of a
variable delivery pump
State which design of hydraulic motor is used in the system described
3Question Sr 7 2008
Identify the safety system and equipment installed on board LNG carrier for safe
passage of LNG cargo
What is the test required
Identify at least two non standard operating condition
State remedial action you will take in a timely and safe manner
4Question.
(a) Sketch and describe such a transmitter;
(b) State the duties that they may perform.
Done Sr11 2008
5Question Sr 7 2008
6Question Sr 7 2008
(a) Sketch and describe a four ram hydraulic steering gear system;
(b) Explain the operations that are necessary to enable a four ram system to operate
on two ram only.
Done March 2009
7Question Sr 7 2008
(a) List the materials which are used for the insulation of refrigerated cargo
spaces.
(b) Describe a typical insulation structure for a bulkhead.
8Question Sr 7 2008
(a) (i) Sketch a combustion gas system, suitable for inerting the cargo spaces of
vessel. (ii) Describe the operation of this system.
(b) State the percentage analysis by volume of the inert gas generated by the
system in (a).
2008 Sr No 6.
1Question Sr 6 2008
2Question Sr 6 2008
Describe, with the aid of sketches where necessary, a rotary vane type steering gear
showing, how the weight of the rudder and stock are carried and the arrangement
that allows for wear down?
3Question Sr 6 2008
Done June 2009
4Question Sr 6 2008
For fault analysis
As a substitute to opening up machinery for survey
5Question Sr 6 2008
State;
6Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
7Question Sr 6 2008
With reference to hydraulic steering gear
Briefly define each of the following
100% redundancy
Sketch a line diagram of the actuator and their associated hydraulic system for a
hydraulic steering gear capable of 100% redundancy
8Question Sr11 2008, Sr 6 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007 also see 2006 JULY
Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done Sr11 2008
9Question
Done June 2009
2008 SR 4.
1QuestionSr 4 2008
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question Sr 4 2008
Tank Contents
Described?
3Question Sr 4 2008
By pass valve
4Question Sr 4 2008
5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
7Question Sr 4 2008
ventilated?
?
gas.
Done Feb 2009
8Question Sr 4 2008
the following
(a) Stern
frame,
(b) Sea chest,
(c) Bilge
keel,
(d)
Anodes,
(e) Rudders.
2008 SR No 3.
1Question Sr 3 2008
Done June 2010
2Question Sr 3 2008
3Question Sr 3 2008
4Question Sr 3 2008
With reference to auxiliary boiler safety valve
Describe with the aid of a sketch the safety valve for an auxiliary boiler
Identify the parts that require particular close attention during overhaul
Describe how the valve is reset after an overhaul.
5Question Sr 6 2008, Sr 3 2008

Write out the start up procedure for the centrifuge described in Question (a)
Done Sr 6 2008
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor
Done June 2009
7Question Sr 3 2008
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
8Question Sr 3 2008
complexity.
9Question Sr 3 2008
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2008 SR No 2.
1Question.
acceptable level?
4Question.
boxes.

(a) Explain;
used.

7Question.
on emission-
fuel in a boiler

the engine.

2008 SR No 1.
1Question.
With respect to auxiliary boiler water level maintenance and indication, describe,
with the aid cf sketches, the sensing devices for: (i) A feed pump control; (ii) Local
water level; (iii)Remote water level; (iv)Low and high water level alarms.
Done Sr11 2008
2Question.
(a) With the aid of a sketch, explain the operation of a unit which includes means
of dehumidifying, humidifying and refrigerated cooling.
(b) (i) Describe the conditions that could lead to legionclia growth.
(ii) List the precautions necessary in the maintenance of air conditioning systems
to reduce the risk of legionnaires disease being contacted. ,
Done Sr11 2008
3Question.
Sketch a hollow type coupling bolt and the hydraulic head/nut and loading rod
Done Sr11 2008
4Question.
(a) Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion valve as fitted in a
refrigeration system;
(b) With reference to a high pressure cut-out in a refrigeration system, state four
operational circumstances that may cause a high pressure cut-cut to operate;
Done Sr11 2008
5Question.
Done Sr11 2008
6Question.
Auxiliary boiler water level control system has a deferential pressure transmitter as
the detecting element for water level.
(a) Sketch And describe such an arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
7Question.
With reference to a four ram hydraulic gear, having duplicate pumps -
(a) Sketch the arrangements of relief; make up, isolating and by-pass valves.
(b) Explain the use of isolating and by-pass valves, if one of the cylinders has
fractured.
(c) Describe the arrangement provided to indicate the loss of hydraulic fluid due to
leakage.
Done Sr11 2008
8Question.
(a) Define the considerations governing main air receiver capacity.
(b) Give reasons why the internal surfaces of air receivers are frequently coated
with clear copal varnish
(c) Explain why air receiver drain valves should be overhauled at every available
opportunity.
Done Sr11 2008
9Question.
(a) Explain the action of EACH of the following metallurgical mechanisms: (i)
Creep;
(ii) Brinelling;
(iii)Fretting;
(iv)Fretting corrosion.
(b) State, with reasons, where EACH of the mechanisms in Q1 may occur in a
ship propulsion system
Done Sr11 2008
2007 SR no 12 DEC
[Emergency].
1Question.
(a) Sketch and describe such an arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
2Question.
With regard to the fact that bacteria which is harmful to humans can exist in
drinking and washing water:
(a) State the constraints placed on the installation and use of systems for shipboard
production of fresh water;
(b) State the maintenance, and treatment recommended for fresh water tanks;
(c) Describe the care and attention required for fresh water calorifiers shower
heads and their flexible pipes;
(d) State the treatment required for fresh water from shore sources
3Question.
With reference to an air operated fuel oil control valve for an auxiliary boiler
combustion system:
(a) Sketch the valve, labelling the component parts;
(b) State the effect of air supply failure;
(c) Describe how the valve can be operated manually;
(d) State the factors, which require a positioner to be fitted.
4Question.
5Question.
(a) Outline the manufacturing processes for the production of steel suitable for
ships' shell plating.
(b) (i) Sketch a simple iron-carbon, equilibrium diagram and indicate a typical
composition of ships1 steel-(ii) Sketch the micro-structure of this
steel.
6Question.
7Question.
(a) Define the essential conditions, which must be satisfied by the air supply for a
pneumatic control system.
(b) Sketch a control air supply arrangement and give a reasoned explanation for
positioning of dryers and filters.
8Question.
(a) Discuss the possible problems associated with air compressor which operate
automatically.
(b) State the standing orders you, as Second Engineer, would issue regarding the
maintenance and safe and efficient operation of air compressors.
(c) Outline any problems common to air receivers and machinery space/ship
compressed air systems.

Done April 2009.
2007 Sr No 10.
1Question.

Done April 2009.
Done Jan 2009
4Question
allow wear down.
5Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
separator;
incorrect.
7Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
8Question .
speed
9Question.
Tank Contents
Described?
2007 Sr No 9
1Question.
Done Jan 2009.
2Question.
Remote shutdown
Done Jan 2009.
3Question Jan 2009.

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
Done Jan 2009.
5Question
Done Sr. No. 9 2008
6Question.
4 gear case
7Question.
allow wear down.
8Question.
Explain
9Question.
auxiliary boilers.
Done June 2009
2007 Sr No 8.
1Question.
2Question.
3Question.
volume output or high pressure head with low volume output
4Question.
for the aperture.
5Question.
Done June 2009
6Question.
compressors:
7Question.
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
8Question.
9Question.
2007 Sr No 7
1Question.
gas boiler and leave it to ran dry. As part of an overall economy drive the company
has requested you to re-commission the boiler. Write a letter to the Superintendent
Engineer stating how the boiler was brought on line and the safety valves adjusted
2Question.
3Question.
minimized.
4Question.
5Question.
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor
On hoisting machine or windlass in particular a brake is provided for safety
Done June 2009
7Question.
8Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
2007 Sr No 6
1Question.
2Question.
(a) State the advantages of using steam turbine propulsion power for "vessels
(ii) The Means of getting rid of excess cases during loading or discharge-.
3Question.
(a) The UMS monitoring and control system of your ship has recently started to
give false alarms and incorrect data printouts. State, with reasons, possible causes
if the false alarms and reading are:
(i) Localized to a particular area of engine operation; (ii) General to the engine
room.
(b) State, with reasons, the action you, as Second Engineer, would take to ensure
continued safe operation of the vessel if the defects are general to the engine room.
(c) Explain the procedure you, as Second Engineer, would adopt in order to locate
4Question.
(a) State, with reasons, the causes of fatigue cracking of engineering
components. (b) State, with reasons, how material and design defects can
influence fatigue life.
(a) With reference to engine bed plate transverse girders explain how the incidence
of fatigue cracking can be minimized.
5Question.
State with reasons the principal causes of fire in accommodation and service
spaces while at sea and in port. Also;
(a) Sketch a fire detector suitable for use in accommodation.
6Question
The following components may be found in a control system.
Bellows.
Relay.
Orifice plate or venturi tube.
Change over valve.
Actuator.
Explain the functions of each component in relation to the system and describe,
briefly, any two.
7Question.
(a) Explain;
used.
8Question.
(a) For Freon-2.2 vapor compression refrigeration machine, state how each of the
following faults arc indicated and how they arc remedied; (i) Air in the system (ii)
Moisture in the system (iii) Undercharge (iv) Overcharge.
2007 JUNE SR 5
1Question.
2Question.
remedy:
3Question.
auxiliary boilers.
4Question.
machinery
5Question.
(a) Sketch and describe a cargo space inert gas system producing washed gas
from either a main boiler or from an independent gas generator module.
(b) Why is the inert gas producing system you have described not suitable for a
machinery space fixed fire fighting system .
6Question.
Vessel is .fitted with a four bladed propeller directly coupled to a 2 stroke Diesel
damage.
7Question.
8Question.
2007 APRIL Sr No 4
1Question.
A fire In the exhaust gas boiler on a motor ship may develop in two or three stages.
(a) The factors which could be a cause for initiation and development of:
(i) Ignition of soot
(ii) Small soot fires;
(iii) High temperature fires.
(b) State the standing instructions you, as Second Engineer Officer, would issue
2Question.
3Question.
nitrogen
4Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Emergency discharge pump
5Question.
6Question.
7Question.
tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
8Question.
the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back.
9Question.
What different methods are used for preserving ship's hull during service
In pneumatic control system control valve are used to regulate the flow of cooling
water
Explain in this connection
The advantages of double ported valves as against single ported valves
The importance of correct valve spindle packing
The meaning of fail safe
The meaning of the term linerarised.
2007 MARCH Sr No 3
1Question.
A junior engineer has been badly burned by a "blow back" from the oil fired
auxiliary boiler. As Second engineer, make a full report to Head office explaining
the circumstances of the incident and the precautionary means now taken to reduce
2Question
Bellows.
Relay.
Change over valve.
Actuator.
briefly, any two.
Done JULY Sr No 6 2007
3Question.
Give a description of an automatic sootblower system for a water-tube boiler.
Show on a diagram the layout of the system and the order of operation you would
expect the blowers to follow.
4Question.
A rudder of a vessel requires extensive welding repairs and as Second Engineer
you are requested to supervise.
Suggest a suitable type of welding_ process.
State, with reasons, FOUR common welding defects.
5Question.
Describe the changes which take place within a lead-acid battery during discharge
and when charging is taking place.
Explain:-
(i) Why the rate of charge will affect gassing.
(ii) The risks associated with gassing and safeguard in battery compartments.
(iii)The reasons for distilled water top up.
(iv)The remedy for spillage of electrolyte on the skin.
(c) List the electrical system on board the ship where continuity of supply from
emergency sources of power is essential in the event of main power failure.
6Question 2006 JULY

With reference to sleeved keyless propellers:
(a) State with reasons why the following practices are not advisable when
removing the propeller from its shaft:
(i) Expansion of boss by intense concentrated heating by blow torch;
(ii) The use of wedges or jacks.
(b) Describe a system that is used to remove the propeller from its shaft.
7Question.
With reference to the 1978 SOLAS protocol which outlines mandatory
requirements for steering gear tests and drills:
Describe the test procedure to be carried out within the 12 hours before departure
on a sea voyage;
Describe the emergency steering drills that must take place at least every 3
months;
State how often the tests in Q. 7(a) and the drill in Q.7(b) should be carried out for
ships which regularly engage on voyages of short duration.
8Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
9Question.
acceptable level?
2007 Sr No 2 FEB
1Question FEB Sr. No. 2 2007
2Question SR 2 FEB 2007


Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.





water
from seawater
2007 JAN Sr No 1
1Question JAN 2007,
combustion system:
2Question JAN 2007

Sketch And Describe 2 Methods that employ Man METRIC Means for Measuring
Tank Contents
State What Corrections Are to Be Made to the Reading Obtained by The Methods
described
3Question JAN 2007

State the advantages of using gas turbine propulsion for vessel carrying LNG
cargo.
With Regards to use of LNG cargo as boiler fuel explain
The safety precaution relating to the gas pipe line supplying the boiler and burning
the gas in the boiler
The means of getting rid of excess gases during loading or discharge
4Question JAN 2007

With reference to centrifugal pumps:
1) Sketch typical discharge characteristics showing variation of
throughput as discharge head and speeds are altered.
2) State the relevance, of the discharge characteristics for the
selection of an emergency fire pump.
5Question JAN 2007

a) Sketch a fully automated air conditioning system. With reference to an air
conditioning system
1) Describe how conditioned air is maintained within the comfort
range and state the effects on the crew of air which is too dry
2) State how the harmful bacteria are eliminated from this system
6Question JAN 2007

W.R.T lubrication of reciprocating Freon refrigerating compressor
State with reason the characteristic of the lubricating oil in use in such a system
Sketch a ships indirect refrigeration system arranged for cooling containers stowed
in stacks in the hold
7Question JAN 2007

8Question JAN 2007

fatigue crack
compressor.
Done Sr 8 2008
2006 Sr 12
1Question sr 12 2006
What parts of a boiler would normally be damaged first by shortage of water.
When fires are banked or dampers closed and
When boiler is raising steam.
Describe the portable damage and the method of repair to be adopted in each case.
Done March 2009
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
Done Sr 6 2008
Why is a pressure relief valve used in a hydraulic system?
State the basic types of pressure relief valve.
What is a check valve?
Show various uses of a check valve in the hydraulic circuit
How does pressure relief valve differs from a pressure reducing valve
How does pressure reducing valve work
What is pressure compensated flow control valve how does pressure
compensation takes place.
5Question Sr 3 2008
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Done Sr 3 2008
Explain what governs the relationship between the waste steam pipe size and the
valve diameter.
State why, an ordinary safety valve is not capable of having a lift under steam of
1/4th of the diameter.

Explain
Done March 2009
Briefly describe the removal and refitting of a keyed propeller including in your
answer the precaution taken to prevent damage to the main transmission system
assume that the propeller is fitted with a non hydraulic nut
State what transmit the shaft torque the propeller taper the propeller key or both
State with reason in what area of the key way you would most likely to find cracks
State how the design and machining of the propeller key and keyway reduces the
possibility of cracks and crack propagation
(a) Draw in detail a tubular type lubricating oil heat exchanger showing how
longitudinal expansion between tube stack & shell is accommodated? Show flow
pattern for lubricating and coolant.
(b) Explain how control of temperature is
regulated:
Manually
Automatically.
2006 Sr No 9 NOV
1Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006

damage.

With reference to centrifugal separator, give reasons for:
Vibrations, Inclusion of clutch in bowl drive
Contamination of gear case oil, Desludging operation not taking place, Inclusion of
clutch in bowl drive, Desludging operation not taking place.

machinery

machinery space fixed fire fighting system?
6Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006, OCT 2006 AND SR 11 2005

arrangement.
calibrated.
7Question Nov Sr. No. 9 AUG 2006,

to "fall off in service,
(b) State how "fall off' is indicated and to what extent permissible before
correction.
(c) Describe how optimum performance is restored.
2006 Sr No 8
1Question OCT 2006
Corrosion is a serious problem in a boiler.
Discuss various forms of corrosion & its effects on a boiler.
Describe treatments, which can minimize this phenomenon during service and
during extended lay up.
2Question OCT 2006, Sr 7 2005

limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
3Question OCT 2006
allow wear down.
4Question OCT 2006

5Question OCT 2006

4 gear case
6Question
Done Sr. No. 9 2008
7Question OCT 2006, Dec Sr 11 2005

arrangement.
calibrated.
8Question OCT 2006, Jan Sr 1 2006

Explain
9Question OCT 2006

Use of Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) is on the increase for main propulsion.
What advantages this has over fixed pitch propellers.
Discuss the principles involved in CPP propulsion naming important components
of a hydraulically operated system.
What fail safe & alarm systems are provided.
2006 Sr No 7
1Question Sr 7 2006
2Question Sr 7 2006
3Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
4Question 2006 Sept, July

5Question 2006 Sept
6Question 2006 Sept, April

(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
7Question Sr 7 2006
speed
8Question 2006 Sept
Question (a).
9Question 2006 Sept

2006 Sr 5
1Question
measured and noted.
2Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008

Done March 2009
3Question 2006 JULY
4Question
minimised.
5Question
2) Describe:
in a).
2) A diffuser ring.
6Question
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
7Question
8Question
9Question
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
2006 Sr 4
1Question
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question 2006 sr 4 April

Tank Contents
Described?
3Question Emergency set 2006

By pass valve
4Question April 2006
5Question
For fault analysis
6Question
cargo?
7Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
8Question
complexity.
9Question
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2006 Sr 3
1Question
acceptable level?
dry during full power operation of engine.
2Question
State which design of hydraulic motor is used in the system described.
3Question
W.R.T rotary vane steering gears:
a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, how such a unit incorporates an integral
rudder carrier;
(b) Explain how vertical rudder movement is accommodated.
4Question March 2006 Sr 3

Give reason why even moderately rated auxiliary boilers require regular attention
to both feed and boiler water condition
Suggest with reason the possible consequences if this attention is neglected.
5Question
State remedial action you will take in a timely and safe manner.

room
7Question March 2006 Sr

3
spaces.
8Question
2006 Sr 2
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
Done June, March 2009.
2Question
Done June 2009
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
Done April 2009
5Question
Done April 2009
6Question
fatigue crack.
Done April 2009
compressor.
Done Sr 8 2008.
8Question
Done June 2009
9Question
Done
2006 Sr No 1
1Question
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question
3Question
Explain
4Question
Explain why steel is used extensively in marine machinery outlining the properties
influencing its choice.
State the stresses allowable in crankshaft, piston rods, boilers and pressure-vessels
and-discuss the type of failures that may occur.
5Question
With reference to oil lubricated stern tube
Sketch a system suitable for a ship with large changes in draught
State why the system is necessary
Describe emergency method of stopping or reducing an oil leak from the outboard
seal during a sea voyage
seal during a sea voyage.
6 Question sr 1 2006.
With reference to U.M.S. operation.
State with reason the essential requirement for U.M.S.
As 2nd engineer describe how you would respond to the irretrievable failure of the
machinery space fire alarm system whilst the ship is on voyage.
7Question
With reference to main air reservoir
Sketch in detail the manner in which mountings are attached to the shell
Explain why regular inspection is advisable
Differentiate between the specific functions of relief valves and fusible plugs.
8Question
With reference to chemical tankers
Sketch a suitable cargo pumping and stripping system labelling the component
parts and indicating the direction of fluid flow
State the requirement of the regulation evolved to reduce pollution of the sea by
chemical tanker cargo.
2005 Emergency set [2005-
2006] Sr 12
1Question Sr11 2008
Low and high water level alarms.
Done Sr11 2008
2Question Feb 2009.
Done Feb 2009
3Question sr 12 2005.
Marine refrigeration plant for ships provision has a breakdown due to the
negligence during charging the system.
Give reasons for the breakdown, the method of repair and the action taken to
prevent a recurrence.
4Question.
worn out
dock.
5Question Sr11 2008

arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
6Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Done Feb. 2009
7Question Sr11 2008

Done Sr11 2008
8Question Sr11 2008

copal varnish.
opportunity.
Done Sr11 2008

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
2005 Sr 11
combustion system:
2Question Feb 2009.

Done Feb 2009
Done sr 12 2005.
4Question.
worn out
dock.
Done sr 12 2005.
5Question Sr11 2008
arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009

from.
pumps.
7Question Sr11 2008

Done Sr11 2008
State the considerations governing main air receiver capacity.
Explain why the internal surfaces of air receivers are coated with clear copal
varnish
Explain the importance of regular maintenance of air receiver drain valves.
Done Sr11 2008
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
Sr 10 2005
1Question
2Question
Describe the hub mechanism for a hydraulically operated controllable pitch
propeller.
(b) Effects of loss of hydraulic pr:
3Question
ship and state
4Question
With reference to main transmission shaft alignment:
(a) State the various factors which affect shaft alignment during the service life of
ship;
(b) State the principle of the fair curve method of alignment;
(c) Describe the fair curve alignment method.
5Question
Sketch an inert gas system for an oil tanker and explain its operation
Why is inert gas system you have described not suitable for machinery space fixed
fire fighting system
Already done.
Question.
State how it is ensured that a positive pressure is maintained during cargo
discharge.
6Question
100% redundancy
hydraulic steering gear capable of 100% redundancy.
7Question
components.
(b) State, with reasons, how material and design defects can influence fatigue life.
(c) With reference to engine bed plate transverse girders explain how the incidence
Sr 9 2005
1Question 2005 Sr 9
2Question 2005 Sr 9
(a) (i) Describe a method of checking main transmission shaft alignment. A
simple sketch may be used to illustrate your answer,
(ii) State why it is preferable to check shaft alignment when the ship is floating in
a light condition.
3Question 2005 Sr 9
(a) With reference to boiler, enumerate general requirements for instrumentation
and automation.
(b) Describe in detail oil burner control system.
4Question 2005 Sr 9
Explain the term Continuous Survey of Machinery (CSM); (2)
(b) What is the interval of survey, and its advantages?
(c) Explain the term "condition of class" imposed by classification society, state
your answer with examples.
5Question 2005 Sr 9
With reference to rotary vane steering gears, state;
a) How the fixed vanes and moving vanes are attached to the cylinder and rotor
respectively
How many set of vanes are provided
What is the limitation factor to number of vanes?
How strength is imparted to the moving vanes to enable them to act as rudder stops
What is the material of vanes and how the vanes are sealed at the tips
What features in the design allow the rudder stops to be separated when they have
made contact?
made contact?
How rudder uplift is accommodated
6Question 2005 Sr 9
regulated:
Manually
Automatically.
7Question 2005 Sr 9
8Question 2005 Sr 9
State the effect of varying the percentage of carbon in steel
Explain the significance of alloying iron with chromium molybdenum nickel and
silicon separately.
Sr 8 2005
1Question Oct Sr 8 2005

Sketch and describe a pneumatically operated control valve
Explain how the valve is operated if the controller fails.

With reference to multi stage, single crank, air compressors, explain why
(a) (i) 'Bumping' clearances are checked.
(ii) Bottom end adjustment does not affect 'bumping' clearance,
(iii) The clearance is not adjusted on one stage alone.
(b) Describe how bumping clearances are corrected.

With reference to the feed and contents of auxiliary boilers explain the significance
of:
(a) Dissolved solids,
(b) Alkalinity,
(c) Chlorides,
(d) Hardness.
State what are the likely consequences of neglecting any one of these factors.

With reference to a typical shipboard refrigeration system;
(a) Sketch the arrangement which controls superheat temp of refrigerant gas
leaving the evaporator
(b) Describe the operation of the arrangement sketched in (a) assuming Freon 22
is the working medium
(c) Explain the purpose of the equalizing connection.

You have recently joined a vessel as junior watch engineer and have been
requested to inspect the steering system
Describe the detailed inspection you would carry out to ascertain that the system is
in good operation condition.

Tank Contents
Described?

Sr. No. 7 2005

3Question
4Question
arrangement.
calibrated.

6Question
limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant

selection in a specified marine engineering application of the following metals
:
(b) Titanium.


continuously.
Sr, No, 6 2005
1Question
2Question2005 Sr, No, 6

compressors:

control system.

Sketch, and describe, any two of the following instruments:
Flow meter
High temperature pyrometer
Flow Measurement.
5QUESTION
6Question
7Question
With reference to the treatment of water for auxiliary boilers:
State the major risks from:
Hard water;
Soft water;
Describe FIVE principle boiler water tests stating the reason for EACH;
Sr, No, 5 2005
1Question
2Question
3Question
measured and noted.
4Question
5Question Sr 5 2005
6Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
7Question
100% redundancy
Sr, No, 4 2005
1Question
measured and noted.
2Question
Tank Contents
Described?
3Question
4Question
components.
5Question
With respect to tankers describe;
How cargo tanks are ventilated.
Additional alarms provided for inert gas systems of the 'inert gas generator type.
6Question
Sr 3 2005
1Question
Explain the ideal design requirements of a ship propeller
Briefly describe the propeller maintenance that should be carried out to prevent
fuel being wasted.
2Question Sr 3 2005
(i) A roller ratchet and state the method of testing;
(ii) Explain why the ratchet is incorporated into the system;
3Question
4Question
5Question
the following
combustion
Fuel oil treatment
6Question
7Question
8Question
discharges
monitoring system;
monitoring.
Sr 2 2005
1Question
2Question
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
3Question
4Question
4 gear case
5Question
allow wear down.
6Question
Explain
7Question
auxiliary boilers.
Sr 1 2005
1Question
similar occurrence
2Question
3Question
4Question
for the aperture.
5Question
compressors:
6Question
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
7Question
Hard water;
Soft water;
8Question
(ii) The Means of getting rid of excess cases during loading or discharge-
June 2014.
Question.
Discuss the cause of vibration and noise in main gearing and describe its possible detrimental effect on
machinery operation.
How would you detect the source of this vibration and how might it be reduced to tolerable limit.
Question.
Describe the operation of overhauling testing and setting a fuel valve for an auxiliary diesel engine
How should the following diesel engine faults be rectified
A Smokey exhaust.
One cylinder exhaust temp abnormally low.
The engine does not appear to be using any lubrication oil.
Question.
(a) Explain why, in spite of accurate alignment under static conditions, use of flexible couplings and
copious supply of lubricant, main reduction gearing in still subject to pitting, scuffing and other tooth
damage.
(b) Discuss the significance of viscosity in relation to the function of marine turbine oils as used in main
propulsion installations, stating how the viscosity is controlled and what could cause it to change in
service.
Question.
Describe the in-water survey to classification society requirements of the external
underwater structure of a very large crude carrier.
Question
ship and state
Question.
With respect to main boiler super heater arrangements:
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of contra flow with parallel flow design
Describe how the element tube banks are supported yet allow for expansion
Describe how boiler carryover affects super heater effectiveness and condition.
Question.
An engine room is operating in the unmanned (UMS) mode. In the event of a failure of the UMS systems
explain the arrangements a second engineer officer should introduce to operate the machinery in manual
mode for a passage of 10 days duration.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question p28
forged m
April 2014.
Question. P6
Question p143
For fault analysis
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
Question. p61
Question. P46
Question p47
Question.
water
from seawater
Question
measured and noted.
March 2014.
Question p 5
measured and noted.
Question
minimised.
Question.
down.
Question
room
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Question
Question
cargo?
Feb 2014.
Question p1
Question
Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Question.
down.
Question p19
minimised.
Question. P9
Question p23
Question
Question
forged m
Jan 2014.
Question.
remedy:
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
ANS:
OXIDATION: it is due to heating and agitation in the presence of air, water metal and
copper. reduces life of oil. oxidation increased by overheating and presence of
products of corrosion. it increases the viscosity of oil and make sludge.
water: it may emulsify oil and cause corrosion and cause rust, which carried away and
cause damage and jamming of hydrualic valves. sea water can enter through shaft
seals.
Question p43
Question.
Question p164
for the aperture.
Question
Question. P9
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
Question. P59
Dec 2013.
Question
Question
Describe with the aid of a sketch, the main engine ancillary equipment for automatic
monitoring and regulation of fuel viscosity.
Explain the operation of equipment described in Q. (a)
Discuss the single fuel concept.
Question
Question.
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question
minimised.
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Question
Question
Nov 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.

machinery
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question.
down.
Question
minimised.
Question.
Oct 2013.
Question
With respect to energy efficient running of ships, comment on optimization of propeller
hull interface flow devices and improvement of propulsion efficiency.
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question
Planned Maintenance
Question
State;
Question
Question
minimised.
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Question
Question
Sept 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.

machinery
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question
Question.
Question
Describe the cause and effect of thermal stressing in cylinder Heads, liners and pistons.
Aug 2013.
Question
Question
than 100000 t dwt.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
feed flow
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question.
Question
control system.
Question
Explain in detail the circumstance under which an interim DOC and an interim SMC may
be issued.
What checks are necessary before each of these certificate are issued.
July 2013.
Question
Question
measured and noted.
Question.
down.
Question
minimized.
Question
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question
subsequent action?
Question
Question
feed flow
Question
June 2013
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question.
down.
Question
minimised.
Question.
Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question
separator;
incorrect.
Question.
APRIL 2013.
Question
occurrence.
Question
b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question
separators.
Question
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Steering gear locked for rudder maintenance.
Question
minimized.
Question
March 2013.
Question
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.
Question

1) Copper plating
3) Freon floc point
stacks in the hold.
Question
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Tank Contents
Described?
Question
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Feb 2013.
Question
measured and noted.
Question
Question.
nitrogen
Question
minimised.
Question
2) Describe:
in a).
2) A diffuser ring.
Question
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Question
Question
Question
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
Jan 2013.
Question
Question
than 100000 t dwt.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
Question
A frame
Question
feed flow
Question
Question
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%
Question
Briefly describe how the performance of a 3 stage air compressor is assessed and what
are the methods for ensuring optimum performance with justifcation on each such
methods.
Dec 2012.
Question
subsequent action?
Question
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
5Question
Question.
Question
Question
(b) List the safety devices and interlocks incorporated in such a system and state the
purpose of each
Question
Question
Nov 2012.
Question
Question.
machinery
Question
Question
shafting.
Question
systems.
systems
telemotor.
Question
occurrence.
Question
b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question
Question
Oct 2012.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
Sept 2012.
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Feb 2009. July 2005

Question June 2009, Sr 6 2008

Question 4 2008
Question Sr 4 2008
(c) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Question.
W.R.T the adoption of UMS describe suitable automatic control and alarm system to
deal with
High bilge level
Fuel oil tank overflow.
Bearing overheating
Fire detection
Comment on the method and frequency of testing the equipment and the energy
supply source to ensure unfailing continuous operation.
Aug 2012.
damage.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
temperature.

machinery
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Question

1) Copper plating
3) Freon floc point
stacks in the hold.
Question
tank.
Question JAN 2007

July 2012.
Question Aug 2011.
occurrence.
Question Aug 2011.

b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question Aug 2011.

separators.
Question Aug 2011.

Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Question
good combustion.
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
June 2012.
Question
Question
Question
Question
Question
for the aperture.
Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
Question.
Question.
Explain why it is essential to ensure adequate cooling of air compressor cylinder, inter
coolers and after cooler.
State with reason the posssible consequences of prolonged operation of the
compressor if these areas are not adequeately cooled.
Question.
Damage has occurred to main engine valves and fuel supplied at a particular port is
suspected. The owners case however, in the subsequent dispute may be weak because
the fuel was ordered specifying only type and viscosity.
Apart from fuel specification describe how you as 2nd engineer should have assisted
the owners case when receiving the suspect fuel. Describe a recognised fuel standard
that may be used when ordering fuel.
Explain how thecorrect fuel standard is selected.
Suggest with reason why pariticular mention should be made of certain elements that
might not be included in the fuel standard.
April 2012.
Question
(i)Ignition of soot
Question 2006 Sept, July

Question.
nitrogen
Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Question 2006 sr 4 April

Tank Contents
Described?
Question April 2006

Question
For fault analysis
Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
Question
complexity.
March 2012.
Question
In view of the number of fatalities involving inert gas used for fire fighting purposes,
your company is considering alternative methods of protection for the machinery
spaces. As Second Engineer compile a letter to the company expressing your views
for the retention or rejection of inert gas systems and stating your opinions on viable
alternative systems.
Question
It is important, to maintain the quality of lubricating oils in main and auxiliary diesel
engines.
(a) Discuss critically the methods used to maintain crankcase oils on the various ships
in which you have served.
(b) Drawing conclusions from (a) state, as Second Engineer, your preferred method of
maintaining crankcase oil quality.
Question
(a) Describe the preparation necessary before the application (in dry dock) of
sophisticated or approved long life coating to the underwater surface of the hull.
(b) State the significance of the roughness profile.
(c) List the different sophisticated coatings which are available.
Question
How does the cargo pumping system of a product carrier differ from that of an oil
tanker? Sketch the cargo pumping system of a product carrier.

Question
for the aperture.
Question
discharges
monitoring system;
monitoring.
Question
tank.
Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Feb 2012.
Question Sr 6 2008
Question Sr 6 2008
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
For fault analysis
Question

Question OCT 2006

Question

water
from seawater
Jan 2012.
Question.
remedy:
Question.
auxiliary boilers.
Question.
machinery
Question.
Question.
Question.
Question Aug, April 2009.

control system.
Question Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

Question Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

2011
Dec 2011.
Question Dec 2011.
Sketch and describe the operation of a reliquefication plant for an lpg carrier.
Enumerate the precaution and observation to be carried out before starting during
running and after stopping the plant.
Question. Dec 2011.

Sketch and describe the hydraulic system for a framo pump
State the normal maintenance required for the pump.
Question. Dec 2011.

Sketch and describe a suitable burner which can be used on gas and oil in a boiler of a
lng ship
Enumerate the normal attention required on such burner.
Question Dec 2011.

for the aperture.
Question Dec 2011.

Question Dec 2011. April 2009. Sr. No. 8 2004

Question Dec 2011. April 2009.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
Question. Sr 3 2008
Question. Dec 2011
Sketch and describe an electro hydraulic stabilizer
Explaining how it restrains the rolling action of a vessel in heavy seaway
What structural parts of the vessel are most affected by this restrain?
Nov 2011.
Question Sr 6 2008
Question Sr 6 2008
Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
Question
For fault analysis
Question

Question OCT 2006

Question

water
from seawater
Oct 2011.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
6Question
fatigue crack.
compressor.
8Question
9Question
Sept 2011.
1Question.
2Question.
machinery
3Question.
4Question Sr 3 2005
solas 74.
5Question
6Question
the following
combustion
Fuel oil treatment
7Question
8Question
9Question
discharges
monitoring system;
monitoring.
10Question
Aug 2011.
Question Aug 2011.
Sketch and describe a main lubricating oil pump. Which are the clearances to be
checked?
Question Aug 2011.

Describe the construction of a 3 stage air compressor
Give the temperatures and pressures at each stage
Where are the drains
What type of oil is used and why
Why inter cooler are used in multistage compressor.
Question Aug 2011.

shafting.
Question Aug 2011.

systems.
systems
telemotor.
Question Aug 2011.

occurrence.
Question Aug 2011.

b) Stress corrosion
c) Creeping cracks
d) Casting cracks
Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

separators.
July 2011.

compressors:

control system.

cargo?


fatigue crack.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion


June 2011.
1Question
similar occurrence
2Question
3Question
4Question
for the aperture.
5 Question
6 Question.
compressors:
7Question.
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
8 Question.
9 Question
than note being made of any particular result which may be outside set limits
April 2011.
1Question.
2Question.
W.R.T. Fixed installation for dealing with machinery space fire
Remote shutdown
3Question.
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
4Question.
arrangement.
calibrated.
5Question.
6Question.
limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
7Question
speed
8Question
Question (a).
9Question
March 2011.
Question
Question
State;
Question
A frame
Question

By pass valve
Question
Question
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%.
Question
feed flow
Feb 2011.
Question Sr. No. 8 2004
Question
measured and noted.
Question
minimised.
Question March 2006 Sr 3

room
Question.
nitrogen
Question
Question
Question
cargo?
Jan 2011.
Question
It has been found necessary to completely replenish all of the oil in the lubricating
system of a large motor ship (or steam turbine ship). As Chief Engineer, write a
detailed report to the Superintendent
Question
(i) Sketch and describe a Pilgrim Nut for securing a propeller to the screw shaft.
Describe how this device is used to loosen the propeller on the shaft when removal
or inspection becomes necessary.
(ii)Give four (4) reasons why this method is considered to be superior to all other
methods.
Question
(i) Describe an air conditioning system for a passenger car ferry.
(ii) Explain in detail how the humidity of the air is measured and controlled.
Question
(i) Using a line diagram, describe a fire smothering system which draws inert gas
from the funnel that is, the exhaust of the main engine or boilers.
(ii) Can such a system be used for extinguishing engine room fires? (iii)What are
the time related problems inherent with inert gas systems and how are they
overcome.
Question
Various tests are carried out on material used for boiler construction. With
reference to these tests, explain the following terms (1) elongation (2) yield point
(3) area reduction (4) ultimate stress.
Question
Describe how you would remove air from a telemotor system. What are the
dangers of air in a telemotor system?
Question
What gases are present in oil tanks after pumping out?
How would you remove these gases and what are the dangers of these gases.
Question
Describe a bilge system suitable for a ship with cellular double bottoms. By means
of a simple sketch, show the positions of pumps, manifolds, suctions, etc.
2010.
Dec 2010.
Question
What preventative measures should be taken against the out-break of fire in an oil
burning vessel?
How would you proceed to subdue such an oil fire?
Describe with the aid of a sketch, a foam type portable fire extinguisher.
Question
condition?
Question
system.
afloat.
Question
Question
good combustion.
Question
Describe how you would test boiler water for:
Alkalinity
Chlorides.
State the values obtained from the tests that would be considered suitable for a
water tube boiler
If the test results were unsatisfactory, what remedial action would you take?
Question
What gas would be found in the following compartments and how could their
effects be minimized?
Battery room, ships refrigeration chamber, in empty ballast tank, in ships paint
store room, in ships fuel tank?
Question
exchangers tubes
tube failure
Question
With reference to ram type electro-hydraulic steering gears explain:
Why in electro-hydraulic steering gears four rams are provided in many instances.
With sketches the arrangement of the crosshead rapson slide and its principle of
operation
Why the telemotor receiver is spring loaded and the effect on steering of spring
failure
Nov 2010.
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
5Question
6Question
fatigue crack.
compressor.
8Question
9Question
October 2010
Question
Question Sr 6 2008
State;
Question
A frame
Question

By pass valve
Question
Question
C M SI S P AI
N
Steel
'A' 0.18% 0.70% 0.30% 0.04% 0.04% 0,015% 0,005
%
Steal 'B' 0.
19% 0.57% 0.03% 0.029% 0.042% 0.005% 0.008%.
Question
feed flow
September 2010.
1Question Sr 7 2006
2Question Sr 7 2006
3Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
4Question OCT 2006

5Question OCT 2006

4 gear case

.

selection in a specified marine engineering application of the following metals:
(b) Titanium.
(c)High Tensile Steel.


continuously.
Aug 2010.
Question

a) Sketch and describe such a transmitter;
b) State the duties that they may perform.
Question
With reference to keyless propellers

a) Make a sketch showing how a propeller is mounted using the Pilgrim method
b) Explain the advantages of the Pilgrim method.
Question
a) Sketch and describe a low pressure evaporator utilizing low grade heat to
produce the distillate
b) State, with reasons the prohibitions placed on the use of the evaporator with
regard to the location of the vessel
Question
a) Describe the type of pump that would be installed in a hydraulic system for deck
machinery;
i) Explain the possible causes of contamination in a hydraulic system.
ii) Describe the likely results of contamination
iii) Explain how contamination is monitored.
Question

a) With the aid of a sketch, explain the operation of a unit ludes means of
dehumidifying, Humidifying and refrigerated cooling.
b)
i) Describe the conditions that could lead to legionella grow
ii) List the precautions necessary in the maintenance of airing systems to reduce
the Risk of legionnaires disease being contracted
Question
a) Sketch and describe a four ram hydraulic steering gears

b) Explain the operations, that are necessary to enable & system to operate on two
rams only.
Question
a) Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion fitted in a refrigeration

system;
b) With regards a high pressure cut-out in a refrigerate, state four operational
circumstances that may cause a high pressure operate;
Question
Describe with the aid of a sketch, an aerobic sewage treatment plant

ii) State the effect, if any, of change of temperature and regularity of flow on the
system.
b) Explain the significance of Biological Oxygen Demand
Question
Explain how Green House Gas emissions from ships are to be reduced by the
IMO?
July 2010.
Question
Explain how preheating contaminated oil prior to centrifuging contributes to the
satisfactory performance of an oil centrifuges.
a) Explain why the properties of the mild steel make it suitable for many
applications in marine engineering.
b) State the effect of the increasing Carbon content in plain carbon steel.
c) Give two instances where the physical properties of steel are modified by
alloying and give reasons for the modification;
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 3 2008
Question Sr 6 2008
State;
fatigue crack.

Question
Question Sr 7 2008

water
from seawater
June 2010.
1Question Sr 3 2008
2Question Sr 3 2008
3Question Sr 3 2008
4Question.
worn out
dock.
5Question Jan 2009.

arrangement.
calibrated.

from.
pumps.
allow wear down.

Explain

auxiliary boilers.
April 2010.
1Question Feb 2009.

the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
separator;
incorrect.
3 Question JAN 2010. April 2009.

4Question JAN 2010.

measured and noted.

6Question.
nitrogen
7Question Sr 6 2008
State;


fatigue crack.
March 2010 Same as April 2010.

Feb 2010.
1Question Nov, March 2009.
allow wear down.
2Question Nov 2009, Sr 6 2008

minimized.

ventilated?
?
gas.


tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
7Question
similar occurrence
8 Question
compressors:
9Question Sr No 6 2005
control system.
JAN 2010.
2Question
measured and noted.
3Question Sr 4 2008
Tank Contents
Described?
4Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
5Question 2006 Sr 5.
2) Describe:
in a).
2) A diffuser ring.

equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion

Same as Q1

2009
Dec 2009

7Question June 2009, Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007, 2006 JULY

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.

4Question June 2009, Sr 6 2008
6Question. June 2009

deck machinery
riding at anchor

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion


Nov 2009
1Question Sr 6 2008

allow wear down.
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.

5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
(d) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
Oct 2009
1Question.
acceptable level?
4Question.
boxes.

(a) Explain;
used.

7Question.
on emission-
fuel in a boiler

the engine.

2009 Aug

compressors:

control system.
4Question Aug 2009, Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

7Question Aug 2009, March 2009.

(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge

complexity.

equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2009 July.
1Question Sr 6 2008

allow wear down.
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.

5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
(e) Suggest possible remedies to obviate/reduce aft end vibration.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
June 2009
1Question June, March 2009.
auxiliary boilers.
2Question
3Question
4Question Sr 6 2008
5Question Sr 3 2008
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
8Question
Sketch and describe
100% redundancy
9Question
April 2009.

compressors:

control system.

cargo?


fatigue crack.

Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion


March 2009.


Question (a).



(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge

allow wear down.

Explain
auxiliary boilers.
Done June 2010, March 2009.
Feb 2009.
1Question Feb 2009.
2Question Feb 2009.


4Question April 2009. Feb 2009.

cargo?
Done April 2009.
5Question Feb 2009.
Done April 2009.
6Question. Feb 2009.
fatigue crack.
Done April 2009.
ventilated?
?
gas.
8Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Jan 2009
1Question Jan 2009.
2Question Jan 2009.

Remote shutdown
3Question Jan 2009.

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
4Question Jan 2009.

arrangement.
calibrated.
5Question Jan 2009.

6Question Jan 2009.

limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
7Question Jan 2009

speed
8Question Jan 2009

Question (a).
9Question Jan 2009

Sr 12 same as Jan 2009
Sr 11 2008.
1Question Sr11 2008
2Question Sr11 2008

With the aid of sketch explain the operation of a unit which includes means of
dehumidification, humidification and refrigerated cooling.
Describe the condition that could lead to legionella growth.
List the precaution necessary in the maintenance to reduce the risk of legionnaries
disease being contacted.

4Question Sr11 2008

Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion valve as fitted in a refrigeration
system.
With reference to H.P cut out state four operational circumstance that may cause a
H.P cut out to operate.
5Question Sr11 2008

With reference to pneumatic differential transmitter
Sketch and describe a transmitter.
State the duties they may perform.
6Question Sr11 2008

arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
7Question Sr11 2008, Dec 2005 Sr 11


Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
9Question Sr11 2008
copal varnish.
opportunity.
2008 Sr No 10.

3Question Sr11 2008, Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007. 2006 JULY
Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done Sr11 2008
4Question Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.




water
from seawater
2008 Sr No 9.
Done Jan 2009
Remote shutdown
Done Jan 2009

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
Done Jan 2009
4Question Jan 2009, SR 10 2008, Sr. No. 9 2008.

Done SR 10 2008
6Question Sr. No. 9 2008.

State the properties required of lube Oil for use in
:
(a) Refrigerating
compressors;
(b) High speed Diesel
engines;
(c) Hydraulic steering
gear;
(d) Oil lubricating stern tube;
(e) Gear case.

showing how the weight of the rudder and stock are carried and the arrangement
that allow for wear down.
Done March 2009
(a) Sketch and describe a high pressure cut-out in a refrigeration
system..
(b) The refrigeration compressor has stopped due to operation of the h. p. cut-out.
Explain
(ii) How these causes would be found and possible
remedies,
Done March 2009
receive particularly close
attention.
(b) Describe the procedure for the setting of safety valves of exhaust gas fired
auxiliary boilers.
(c) Explain the action taken after the setting of safety valves as-in (b).
Done June March 2009
2008 SR 8
1Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008
A Rating has been badly burnt by a "blow back" from the oil fired auxiliary boiler.
circumstances of the incident and the precautionary measures now taken to reduce
Done April 2009
2Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008
Done March 2009
3Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 10 2008, Sr 8 2008
(a) Describe a transverse "bow thruster" unit. Mention should be made of where it
is fitted, how the propeller hub with shafts and internal bevel gear drive are usually
supported and how the maneuvering oil is conveyed to the propeller main servo-
motor. Also mention how strength of thrust and reverse thrust are achieved.
(b)"Give reasons why the standard constant speed non-reversing type electric
motor is preferred as the prime mover rather than a diesel engine.
4Question Sr 8 2008
Sketch, and describe, any two of the following instruments
:
(a) Continuous liquid level indicator
(b) Direction indicator and wrong-way alarm
(c) Fluid flow meter
(d) High temperature pyrometer
5Question
Done June 2009.
6Question Sr 8 2008
Explain the functioning of the control mechanism for a fully-automatic domestic
refrigeration plant having one compressor and which maintains a vegetable room at
5 C and a meat room at -12 C. State the routine maintenance required for the
whole refrigeration plant.
compressor.
8Question Sr 8 2008
forged m
9Question Sr 8 2008
2008 Sr No 7. EMERGENCY
Set.
1Question Sr 7 2008
Give reasons why even moderately rated auxiliary boilers require regular attention
to both feed and boiler water condition.
Suggest with reasons the possible consequences if this attention is neglected.
2Question Sr 7 2008
State which design of hydraulic motor is used in the system described
3Question Sr 7 2008
State remedial action you will take in a timely and safe manner
4Question.
Done Sr11 2008
5Question Sr 7 2008
6Question Sr 7 2008
(a) Sketch and describe a four ram hydraulic steering gear system;
(b) Explain the operations that are necessary to enable a four ram system to operate
on two ram only.
Done March 2009
7Question Sr 7 2008
spaces.
8Question Sr 7 2008
(a) (i) Sketch a combustion gas system, suitable for inerting the cargo spaces of
vessel. (ii) Describe the operation of this system.
(b) State the percentage analysis by volume of the inert gas generated by the
system in (a).
2008 Sr No 6.
1Question Sr 6 2008
2Question Sr 6 2008
Describe, with the aid of sketches where necessary, a rotary vane type steering gear
showing, how the weight of the rudder and stock are carried and the arrangement
that allows for wear down?
3Question Sr 6 2008
Done June 2009
4Question Sr 6 2008
For fault analysis
As a substitute to opening up machinery for survey
5Question Sr 6 2008
State;
6Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
7Question Sr 6 2008
100% redundancy
hydraulic steering gear capable of 100% redundancy
8Question Sr11 2008, Sr 6 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007 also see 2006 JULY
Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done Sr11 2008
9Question
Done June 2009
2008 SR 4.
1QuestionSr 4 2008
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question Sr 4 2008
Tank Contents
Described?
3Question Sr 4 2008
By pass valve
4Question Sr 4 2008
5Question 4 2008
6Question Sr 4 2008
7Question Sr 4 2008
ventilated?
?
gas.
Done Feb 2009
8Question Sr 4 2008
the following
(a) Stern
frame,
(b) Sea chest,
(c) Bilge
keel,
(d)
Anodes,
(e) Rudders.
2008 SR No 3.
1Question Sr 3 2008
Done June 2010
2Question Sr 3 2008
3Question Sr 3 2008
4Question Sr 3 2008
With reference to auxiliary boiler safety valve
Describe with the aid of a sketch the safety valve for an auxiliary boiler
Identify the parts that require particular close attention during overhaul
Describe how the valve is reset after an overhaul.
5Question Sr 6 2008, Sr 3 2008

Write out the start up procedure for the centrifuge described in Question (a)
Done Sr 6 2008
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor
Done June 2009
7Question Sr 3 2008
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
8Question Sr 3 2008
complexity.
9Question Sr 3 2008
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2008 SR No 2.
1Question.
acceptable level?
4Question.
boxes.

(a) Explain;
used.

7Question.
on emission-
fuel in a boiler

the engine.

2008 SR No 1.
1Question.
With respect to auxiliary boiler water level maintenance and indication, describe,
with the aid cf sketches, the sensing devices for: (i) A feed pump control; (ii) Local
water level; (iii)Remote water level; (iv)Low and high water level alarms.
Done Sr11 2008
2Question.
(a) With the aid of a sketch, explain the operation of a unit which includes means
of dehumidifying, humidifying and refrigerated cooling.
(b) (i) Describe the conditions that could lead to legionclia growth.
(ii) List the precautions necessary in the maintenance of air conditioning systems
to reduce the risk of legionnaires disease being contacted. ,
Done Sr11 2008
3Question.
Sketch a hollow type coupling bolt and the hydraulic head/nut and loading rod
Done Sr11 2008
4Question.
(a) Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion valve as fitted in a
refrigeration system;
(b) With reference to a high pressure cut-out in a refrigeration system, state four
operational circumstances that may cause a high pressure cut-cut to operate;
Done Sr11 2008
5Question.
Done Sr11 2008
6Question.
Auxiliary boiler water level control system has a deferential pressure transmitter as
the detecting element for water level.
(a) Sketch And describe such an arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
7Question.
With reference to a four ram hydraulic gear, having duplicate pumps -
(a) Sketch the arrangements of relief; make up, isolating and by-pass valves.
(b) Explain the use of isolating and by-pass valves, if one of the cylinders has
fractured.
(c) Describe the arrangement provided to indicate the loss of hydraulic fluid due to
leakage.
Done Sr11 2008
8Question.
(a) Define the considerations governing main air receiver capacity.
(b) Give reasons why the internal surfaces of air receivers are frequently coated
with clear copal varnish
(c) Explain why air receiver drain valves should be overhauled at every available
opportunity.
Done Sr11 2008
9Question.
(a) Explain the action of EACH of the following metallurgical mechanisms: (i)
Creep;
(ii) Brinelling;
(iii)Fretting;
(iv)Fretting corrosion.
(b) State, with reasons, where EACH of the mechanisms in Q1 may occur in a
ship propulsion system
Done Sr11 2008
2007 SR no 12 DEC
[Emergency].
1Question.
(a) Sketch and describe such an arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
2Question.
With regard to the fact that bacteria which is harmful to humans can exist in
drinking and washing water:
(a) State the constraints placed on the installation and use of systems for shipboard
production of fresh water;
(b) State the maintenance, and treatment recommended for fresh water tanks;
(c) Describe the care and attention required for fresh water calorifiers shower
heads and their flexible pipes;
(d) State the treatment required for fresh water from shore sources
3Question.
combustion system:
4Question.
5Question.
(a) Outline the manufacturing processes for the production of steel suitable for
ships' shell plating.
(b) (i) Sketch a simple iron-carbon, equilibrium diagram and indicate a typical
composition of ships1 steel-(ii) Sketch the micro-structure of this
steel.
6Question.
7Question.
(a) Define the essential conditions, which must be satisfied by the air supply for a
pneumatic control system.
(b) Sketch a control air supply arrangement and give a reasoned explanation for
positioning of dryers and filters.
8Question.
(a) Discuss the possible problems associated with air compressor which operate
automatically.
(b) State the standing orders you, as Second Engineer, would issue regarding the
maintenance and safe and efficient operation of air compressors.
(c) Outline any problems common to air receivers and machinery space/ship
compressed air systems.

Done April 2009.
2007 Sr No 10.
1Question.

Done April 2009.
Done Jan 2009
4Question
allow wear down.
5Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
separator;
incorrect.
7Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
8Question .
speed
9Question.
Tank Contents
Described?
2007 Sr No 9
1Question.
Done Jan 2009.
2Question.
Remote shutdown
Done Jan 2009.
3Question Jan 2009.

(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
Done Jan 2009.
5Question
Done Sr. No. 9 2008
6Question.
4 gear case
7Question.
allow wear down.
8Question.
Explain
9Question.
auxiliary boilers.
Done June 2009
2007 Sr No 8.
1Question.
2Question.
3Question.
volume output or high pressure head with low volume output
4Question.
for the aperture.
5Question.
Done June 2009
6Question.
compressors:
7Question.
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
Furnace distortion
8Question.
9Question.
2007 Sr No 7
1Question.
gas boiler and leave it to ran dry. As part of an overall economy drive the company
has requested you to re-commission the boiler. Write a letter to the Superintendent
Engineer stating how the boiler was brought on line and the safety valves adjusted
2Question.
3Question.
minimized.
4Question.
5Question.
6Question.
deck machinery
riding at anchor
On hoisting machine or windlass in particular a brake is provided for safety
Done June 2009
7Question.
8Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
2007 Sr No 6
1Question.
2Question.
(a) State the advantages of using steam turbine propulsion power for "vessels
(ii) The Means of getting rid of excess cases during loading or discharge-.
3Question.
(a) The UMS monitoring and control system of your ship has recently started to
give false alarms and incorrect data printouts. State, with reasons, possible causes
if the false alarms and reading are:
(i) Localized to a particular area of engine operation; (ii) General to the engine
room.
(b) State, with reasons, the action you, as Second Engineer, would take to ensure
continued safe operation of the vessel if the defects are general to the engine room.
(c) Explain the procedure you, as Second Engineer, would adopt in order to locate
4Question.
components. (b) State, with reasons, how material and design defects can
influence fatigue life.
(a) With reference to engine bed plate transverse girders explain how the incidence
5Question.
State with reasons the principal causes of fire in accommodation and service
spaces while at sea and in port. Also;
(a) Sketch a fire detector suitable for use in accommodation.
6Question
Bellows.
Relay.
Change over valve.
Actuator.
briefly, any two.
7Question.
(a) Explain;
used.
8Question.
(a) For Freon-2.2 vapor compression refrigeration machine, state how each of the
following faults arc indicated and how they arc remedied; (i) Air in the system (ii)
Moisture in the system (iii) Undercharge (iv) Overcharge.
2007 JUNE SR 5
1Question.
2Question.
remedy:
3Question.
auxiliary boilers.
4Question.
machinery
5Question.
machinery space fixed fire fighting system .
6Question.
Vessel is .fitted with a four bladed propeller directly coupled to a 2 stroke Diesel
damage.
7Question.
8Question.
2007 APRIL Sr No 4
1Question.
A fire In the exhaust gas boiler on a motor ship may develop in two or three stages.
(a) The factors which could be a cause for initiation and development of:
(i) Ignition of soot
(ii) Small soot fires;
(iii) High temperature fires.
(b) State the standing instructions you, as Second Engineer Officer, would issue
2Question.
3Question.
nitrogen
4Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
5Question.
6Question.
7Question.
tail end shaft;
boss.
gas torches.
shaft.
8Question.
the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back.
9Question.
What different methods are used for preserving ship's hull during service
In pneumatic control system control valve are used to regulate the flow of cooling
water
Explain in this connection
The advantages of double ported valves as against single ported valves
The importance of correct valve spindle packing
The meaning of fail safe
The meaning of the term linerarised.
2007 MARCH Sr No 3
1Question.
A junior engineer has been badly burned by a "blow back" from the oil fired
auxiliary boiler. As Second engineer, make a full report to Head office explaining
the circumstances of the incident and the precautionary means now taken to reduce
2Question
Bellows.
Relay.
Change over valve.
Actuator.
briefly, any two.
Done JULY Sr No 6 2007
3Question.
Give a description of an automatic sootblower system for a water-tube boiler.
Show on a diagram the layout of the system and the order of operation you would
expect the blowers to follow.
4Question.
A rudder of a vessel requires extensive welding repairs and as Second Engineer
you are requested to supervise.
Suggest a suitable type of welding_ process.
State, with reasons, FOUR common welding defects.
5Question.
Describe the changes which take place within a lead-acid battery during discharge
and when charging is taking place.
Explain:-
(i) Why the rate of charge will affect gassing.
(ii) The risks associated with gassing and safeguard in battery compartments.
(iii)The reasons for distilled water top up.
(iv)The remedy for spillage of electrolyte on the skin.
(c) List the electrical system on board the ship where continuity of supply from
emergency sources of power is essential in the event of main power failure.
6Question 2006 JULY

With reference to sleeved keyless propellers:
(a) State with reasons why the following practices are not advisable when
removing the propeller from its shaft:
(i) Expansion of boss by intense concentrated heating by blow torch;
(ii) The use of wedges or jacks.
(b) Describe a system that is used to remove the propeller from its shaft.
7Question.
With reference to the 1978 SOLAS protocol which outlines mandatory
requirements for steering gear tests and drills:
Describe the test procedure to be carried out within the 12 hours before departure
on a sea voyage;
Describe the emergency steering drills that must take place at least every 3
months;
State how often the tests in Q. 7(a) and the drill in Q.7(b) should be carried out for
ships which regularly engage on voyages of short duration.
8Question.
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
9Question.
acceptable level?
2007 Sr No 2 FEB
1Question FEB Sr. No. 2 2007


Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.





water
from seawater
2007 JAN Sr No 1
1Question JAN 2007,
combustion system:
2Question JAN 2007

Sketch And Describe 2 Methods that employ Man METRIC Means for Measuring
Tank Contents
State What Corrections Are to Be Made to the Reading Obtained by The Methods
described
3Question JAN 2007

State the advantages of using gas turbine propulsion for vessel carrying LNG
cargo.
With Regards to use of LNG cargo as boiler fuel explain
The safety precaution relating to the gas pipe line supplying the boiler and burning
the gas in the boiler
The means of getting rid of excess gases during loading or discharge
4Question JAN 2007

With reference to centrifugal pumps:
1) Sketch typical discharge characteristics showing variation of
throughput as discharge head and speeds are altered.
2) State the relevance, of the discharge characteristics for the
selection of an emergency fire pump.
5Question JAN 2007

a) Sketch a fully automated air conditioning system. With reference to an air
conditioning system
1) Describe how conditioned air is maintained within the comfort
range and state the effects on the crew of air which is too dry
2) State how the harmful bacteria are eliminated from this system
6Question JAN 2007

W.R.T lubrication of reciprocating Freon refrigerating compressor
State with reason the characteristic of the lubricating oil in use in such a system
Sketch a ships indirect refrigeration system arranged for cooling containers stowed
in stacks in the hold
7Question JAN 2007

8Question JAN 2007

fatigue crack
compressor.
Done Sr 8 2008
2006 Sr 12
What parts of a boiler would normally be damaged first by shortage of water.
When fires are banked or dampers closed and
When boiler is raising steam.
Describe the portable damage and the method of repair to be adopted in each case.
Done March 2009
3Question Sr 6 2008
minimized.
Done Sr 6 2008
Why is a pressure relief valve used in a hydraulic system?
State the basic types of pressure relief valve.
What is a check valve?
Show various uses of a check valve in the hydraulic circuit
How does pressure relief valve differs from a pressure reducing valve
How does pressure reducing valve work
What is pressure compensated flow control valve how does pressure
compensation takes place.
5Question Sr 3 2008
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
Done Sr 3 2008
Explain what governs the relationship between the waste steam pipe size and the
valve diameter.
State why, an ordinary safety valve is not capable of having a lift under steam of
1/4th of the diameter.

Explain
Done March 2009
Briefly describe the removal and refitting of a keyed propeller including in your
answer the precaution taken to prevent damage to the main transmission system
assume that the propeller is fitted with a non hydraulic nut
State what transmit the shaft torque the propeller taper the propeller key or both
State with reason in what area of the key way you would most likely to find cracks
State how the design and machining of the propeller key and keyway reduces the
possibility of cracks and crack propagation
regulated:
Manually
Automatically.
2006 Sr No 9 NOV

damage.


machinery

6Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006, OCT 2006 AND SR 11 2005

arrangement.
calibrated.
7Question Nov Sr. No. 9 AUG 2006,

to "fall off in service,
(b) State how "fall off' is indicated and to what extent permissible before
correction.
(c) Describe how optimum performance is restored.
2006 Sr No 8
1Question OCT 2006
Corrosion is a serious problem in a boiler.
Discuss various forms of corrosion & its effects on a boiler.
Describe treatments, which can minimize this phenomenon during service and
during extended lay up.
2Question OCT 2006, Sr 7 2005

limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant
3Question OCT 2006
allow wear down.
4Question OCT 2006

5Question OCT 2006

4 gear case
6Question
Done Sr. No. 9 2008
7Question OCT 2006, Dec Sr 11 2005

arrangement.
calibrated.
8Question OCT 2006, Jan Sr 1 2006

Explain
9Question OCT 2006

Use of Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) is on the increase for main propulsion.
What advantages this has over fixed pitch propellers.
Discuss the principles involved in CPP propulsion naming important components
of a hydraulically operated system.
What fail safe & alarm systems are provided.
2006 Sr No 7
1Question Sr 7 2006
2Question Sr 7 2006
3Question Sr 7 2006
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
4Question 2006 Sept, July

5Question 2006 Sept
6Question 2006 Sept, April

(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
7Question Sr 7 2006
speed
8Question 2006 Sept
Question (a).
9Question 2006 Sept

2006 Sr 5
1Question
measured and noted.
2Question. Sr 4 2009, Sr 8 2008

Done March 2009
3Question 2006 JULY
4Question
minimised.
5Question
2) Describe:
in a).
2) A diffuser ring.
6Question
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
7Question
8Question
9Question
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
2006 Sr 4
1Question
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question 2006 sr 4 April

Tank Contents
Described?
3Question Emergency set 2006

By pass valve
4Question April 2006
5Question
For fault analysis
6Question
cargo?
7Question
(iii) Undercharge
(iv) Overcharge
8Question
complexity.
9Question
equipment
LNG Vapouriser
Cargo Pump
2006 Sr 3
1Question
acceptable level?
dry during full power operation of engine.
2Question
State which design of hydraulic motor is used in the system described.
3Question
W.R.T rotary vane steering gears:
a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, how such a unit incorporates an integral
rudder carrier;
(b) Explain how vertical rudder movement is accommodated.

Give reason why even moderately rated auxiliary boilers require regular attention
to both feed and boiler water condition
Suggest with reason the possible consequences if this attention is neglected.
5Question
State remedial action you will take in a timely and safe manner.

room
7Question March 2006 Sr

3
spaces.
8Question
2006 Sr 2
1Question
auxiliary boilers.
Done June, March 2009.
2Question
Done June 2009
3Question
Planned Maintenance
4Question
cargo?
Done April 2009
5Question
Done April 2009
6Question
fatigue crack.
Done April 2009
compressor.
Done Sr 8 2008.
8Question
Done June 2009
9Question
Done
2006 Sr No 1
1Question
(i)Ignition of soot
2Question
3Question
Explain
4Question
Explain why steel is used extensively in marine machinery outlining the properties
influencing its choice.
State the stresses allowable in crankshaft, piston rods, boilers and pressure-vessels
and-discuss the type of failures that may occur.
5Question
With reference to oil lubricated stern tube
Sketch a system suitable for a ship with large changes in draught
seal during a sea voyage
seal during a sea voyage.
6 Question sr 1 2006.
With reference to U.M.S. operation.
State with reason the essential requirement for U.M.S.
As 2nd engineer describe how you would respond to the irretrievable failure of the
machinery space fire alarm system whilst the ship is on voyage.
7Question
With reference to main air reservoir
Sketch in detail the manner in which mountings are attached to the shell
Explain why regular inspection is advisable
Differentiate between the specific functions of relief valves and fusible plugs.
8Question
With reference to chemical tankers
Sketch a suitable cargo pumping and stripping system labelling the component
parts and indicating the direction of fluid flow
State the requirement of the regulation evolved to reduce pollution of the sea by
chemical tanker cargo.
2005 Emergency set [2005-
2006] Sr 12
1Question Sr11 2008
Low and high water level alarms.
Done Sr11 2008
2Question Feb 2009.
Done Feb 2009
4Question.
worn out
dock.
5Question Sr11 2008

arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009
6Question.
the following:
(a) Stern frame
(b) Sea chest
(c) Bilge keel
(d) Anodes
(e) Rudders
Done Feb. 2009
7Question Sr11 2008

Done Sr11 2008
8Question Sr11 2008

copal varnish.
opportunity.
Done Sr11 2008

Creep -
Brinnelling -
Fretting -
Fretting corrosion-
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
2005 Sr 11
combustion system:
2Question Feb 2009.

Done Feb 2009
Done sr 12 2005.
4Question.
worn out
dock.
Done sr 12 2005.
5Question Sr11 2008
arrangement.
calibrated.
Done Jan 2009

from.
pumps.
7Question Sr11 2008

Done Sr11 2008
State the considerations governing main air receiver capacity.
Explain why the internal surfaces of air receivers are coated with clear copal
varnish
Explain the importance of regular maintenance of air receiver drain valves.
Done Sr11 2008
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
Done June 2009.
Sr 10 2005
1Question
2Question
Describe the hub mechanism for a hydraulically operated controllable pitch
propeller.
(b) Effects of loss of hydraulic pr:
3Question
ship and state
4Question
With reference to main transmission shaft alignment:
(a) State the various factors which affect shaft alignment during the service life of
ship;
(b) State the principle of the fair curve method of alignment;
(c) Describe the fair curve alignment method.
5Question
Sketch an inert gas system for an oil tanker and explain its operation
Why is inert gas system you have described not suitable for machinery space fixed
fire fighting system
Already done.
Question.
State how it is ensured that a positive pressure is maintained during cargo
discharge.
6Question
100% redundancy
7Question
components.
Sr 9 2005
1Question 2005 Sr 9
2Question 2005 Sr 9
(a) (i) Describe a method of checking main transmission shaft alignment. A
simple sketch may be used to illustrate your answer,
(ii) State why it is preferable to check shaft alignment when the ship is floating in
a light condition.
3Question 2005 Sr 9
(a) With reference to boiler, enumerate general requirements for instrumentation
and automation.
(b) Describe in detail oil burner control system.
4Question 2005 Sr 9
Explain the term Continuous Survey of Machinery (CSM); (2)
(b) What is the interval of survey, and its advantages?
(c) Explain the term "condition of class" imposed by classification society, state
your answer with examples.
5Question 2005 Sr 9
With reference to rotary vane steering gears, state;
a) How the fixed vanes and moving vanes are attached to the cylinder and rotor
respectively
How many set of vanes are provided
What is the limitation factor to number of vanes?
How strength is imparted to the moving vanes to enable them to act as rudder stops
What is the material of vanes and how the vanes are sealed at the tips
made contact?
made contact?
How rudder uplift is accommodated
6Question 2005 Sr 9
regulated:
Manually
Automatically.
7Question 2005 Sr 9
8Question 2005 Sr 9
State the effect of varying the percentage of carbon in steel
Explain the significance of alloying iron with chromium molybdenum nickel and
silicon separately.
Sr 8 2005

Sketch and describe a pneumatically operated control valve
Explain how the valve is operated if the controller fails.

With reference to multi stage, single crank, air compressors, explain why
(a) (i) 'Bumping' clearances are checked.
(ii) Bottom end adjustment does not affect 'bumping' clearance,
(iii) The clearance is not adjusted on one stage alone.
(b) Describe how bumping clearances are corrected.

With reference to the feed and contents of auxiliary boilers explain the significance
of:
(a) Dissolved solids,
(b) Alkalinity,
(c) Chlorides,
(d) Hardness.
State what are the likely consequences of neglecting any one of these factors.

With reference to a typical shipboard refrigeration system;
(a) Sketch the arrangement which controls superheat temp of refrigerant gas
leaving the evaporator
(b) Describe the operation of the arrangement sketched in (a) assuming Freon 22
is the working medium
(c) Explain the purpose of the equalizing connection.

You have recently joined a vessel as junior watch engineer and have been
requested to inspect the steering system
Describe the detailed inspection you would carry out to ascertain that the system is
in good operation condition.

Tank Contents
Described?

Sr. No. 7 2005

3Question
4Question
arrangement.
calibrated.

6Question
limitations:
(a) Radiographic,
(b) Ultrasonic,
(c) Magnetic,
(d) Dye penetrant

selection in a specified marine engineering application of the following metals
:
(b) Titanium.


continuously.
Sr, No, 6 2005
1Question

compressors:

control system.

Sketch, and describe, any two of the following instruments:
Flow meter
High temperature pyrometer
Flow Measurement.
5QUESTION
6Question
7Question
Hard water;
Soft water;
Sr, No, 5 2005
1Question
2Question
3Question
measured and noted.
4Question
5Question Sr 5 2005
6Question
Creep
Brinnelling
Fretting
Fretting corrosion.
propulsion system.
7Question
100% redundancy
Sr, No, 4 2005
1Question
measured and noted.
2Question
Tank Contents
Described?
3Question
4Question
components.
5Question
With respect to tankers describe;
How cargo tanks are ventilated.
Additional alarms provided for inert gas systems of the 'inert gas generator type.
6Question
Sr 3 2005
1Question
Explain the ideal design requirements of a ship propeller
Briefly describe the propeller maintenance that should be carried out to prevent
fuel being wasted.
2Question Sr 3 2005
(i) A roller ratchet and state the method of testing;
(ii) Explain why the ratchet is incorporated into the system;
3Question
4Question
5Question
the following
combustion
Fuel oil treatment
6Question
7Question
8Question
discharges
monitoring system;
monitoring.
Sr 2 2005
1Question
2Question
(a)
end shaft;
boss.
gas torches
shaft.
3Question
4Question
4 gear case
5Question
allow wear down.
6Question
Explain
7Question
auxiliary boilers.
Sr 1 2005
1Question
similar occurrence
2Question
3Question
4Question
for the aperture.
5Question
compressors:
6Question
Internal corrosion
Furnace blowback
Uptake fire
7Question
Hard water;
Soft water;
8Question
(ii) The Means of getting rid of excess cases during loading or discharge-

Ek General

Caricato da

Informazioni sul documento

Copyright

Formati disponibili

Condividi questo documento

Condividi o incorpora il documento

Opzioni di condivisione

Hai trovato utile questo documento?

Questo contenuto è inappropriato?

Copyright:

Formati disponibili

Ek General

Caricato da

Copyright:

Formati disponibili

EXAMINATION OF MARINE

Aug 2014. Other MMD

Aug 2014. Chennai MMD

Question. This q is repeated

Question. This q is repeated

W.R.T lubrication of reciprocating Freon refrigerating compressor,

Question Feb 2009. July 2005

Question June 2009, Sr 6 2008

Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006

W.R.T lubrication of reciprocating Freon refrigerating compressor,

Question JAN 2007

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question 2006 Sept, July

Question 2006 sr 4 April

Question April 2006

Question Nov Sr. No. 9 2006

Question Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007

Question OCT 2006

Question SR 2 FEB 2007

Question Aug, April 2009.

Question Sr. No. 10 2008, FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

Question Sr. No. 10 2008,FEB Sr. No. 2 2007.

Question. Dec 2011.

Question. Dec 2011.

Question Dec 2011.

Question Dec 2011.

Question Dec 2011. April 2009. Sr. No. 8 2004

Question Dec 2011. April 2009.

Question Sr11 2008, SR 2 FEB 2007

Question OCT 2006

Question SR 2 FEB 2007

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

Question Aug 2011.

2Question April 2009.

3Question April 2009.

4Question April 2009. 2006

5Question April 2009. 2006

6Question April 2009. 2005

7Question April 2009. 2006

8Question April 2009. Sr. No. 8 2004

9Question April 2009.

Question Emergency set 2006

Question March 2006 Sr 3

Question Emergency set 2006

4Question OCT 2006

5Question OCT 2006

6Question Sr. No. 9 2008

7Question Sept 2005Sr. No. 7

(c)High Tensile Steel.

8Question Sept 2005Sr. No. 7

9Question Sept 2005Sr. No. 7

With reference to pneumatic differential transmitters;

With reference to keyless propellers

With reference to air conditioning units

a) Sketch and describe a four ram hydraulic steering gears

a) Sketch and describe the purpose of an expansion fitted in a refrigeration