•   Cargo Handling 1: Loading and Discharging Operations MM14O201-3005 17.01.2022-11.03.2022  4 credits  (MMC20D-Å) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The student must be able to supervise the loading and stowing of the vessel as well as the lashing and discharging of the car-go.

    The student has knowledge of the effects of cargo,the seawor-thiness and stability of the ship.

    The student must be familiar with the “Cargo Securing Manu-al”. He/she is familiar with the IMO publications with refer-ence to the securing of cargo, e.g. “Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing”. He/she knows the factors caus-ing the shifting of cargo and vessel movements at sea as well as the parameters which affect acceleration.
    Prerequisites
    Stability 1 and 2
    Content of the study unit
    • Basics of cargo planning
    • Stability calculations
    • The maximum deck load and concentrated load
    • Strains on cargo lashings during the voyage
    • The code of safe practice for stowing and securing of cargo
    • Stresses on the cargo during transportation
    • General cargo securing methods
    • Environment, safety and health-related risks
    • Ballast handling, inert gas systems, gas measuring
    • Different vessel type constructions and their critical points
    • The routines in connection with authority and classification inspections
    • The sheer force and bending moment of the hull in different cargo situations and under different weather conditions
    • The ESP-programme for tankers and bulk carriers
    • Occupational safety in connection with port operations
    • The load-line convention as applicable
    • Basics on cargo documention, chartering and marine insurances.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Petteri Niittymäki

    Learning methods

    Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning.

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    17.01.2022 - 11.03.2022

    Enrollment date range

    15.11.2021 - 16.01.2022

    Group(s)
    • MMC20D-Å
    Seats

    0 - 60

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Jani Lampiola

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Maritime Management, Captain

    Campus

    Åbo, Hertig Johans parkgata 21

    Share of online studies

    2 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Time and place you will find from your schedule and exam dates are determined by the teacher at the beginning of an actual course. Re-exam dates set by Novia generally.

    Timing and attendance

    Time and place you will find from your schedule and exam dates are determined by the teacher at the beginning of an actual course. Re-exam dates set by Novia generally.

    Student's schedule and workload

    80 h

    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    • Demonstrates familiarity with core material and concepts
    • Correctly use single industry concepts
    • Find information for a single situation
    • Distinguishes everyday information from the data studied
    • Acting in professional situations demonstrates familiarity with their professional field
    • Shows that you have achieved your core competence goals
    • Work safely
    • Act in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
    • Organize your own and group activities

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    • Demonstrates consistent concepts and knowledge base in the field of familiarity
    • Evaluate and limit the need for information
    • Work well in professional tasks and situations
    • Work in multicultural environments
    • Work safely
    • Work consistently with the ecological principles of the profession
    • Organize your own and group activities consistently

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    • Expertly use industry concepts and information
    • Evaluate and use different sources of information
    • Apply the knowledge base in professional varied / challenging tasks with expertise
    • To act in different positions, in different operating environments.
    • To act independently and responsibly in a professional situation
    • Act with safety in mind
    • To justify the activity in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
    • To organize your own and the group's activities in a professional manner