Study Guide

Objective

STCW- Code: Table A-III/5
The student
• knows the main parts of the diesel engine and its purpose.
• knows the different fields of application of diesel engines.
• knows the environmental effects of diesel engines.
• realizes the importance of maintenance for safe navigation and minimized environmental consequences.

Content

• the most important parts of a diesel engine and their functioning mechanisms
• fuels
• lubricating oils
• cooling water
• starting air
• maintenance and overhaul of a diesel engine
• the effects of a diesel engine on the environment
• occupational safety

Location and time

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.

Teaching methods

Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning. Theory lectures and engine room simulator training will be hold in school in Turku. Hands on training will be hold in the engine laboratory in Parainen. Moore information will be given when the course starts. The whole course will be on site and participation is mandatory.
The course will take place Weeks 46, 49 and 50. We´ll start at 10.00 AM on Monday 14.11
If more information is needed please contact bertel.henriksson@axxell.fi

Exam schedules

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.

Evaluation scale

H-5

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

Qualifications

None