•   Ship Types and Cargo Handling MO20S05-3004 06.09.2021-24.10.2021  1.5 credits  (MT21D-Å) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    STCW- Code: Table A-II/4 A-III/5
    The student
    • knows how to make the vessel ready for sea and duties in port in connection with loading and discharging, cargo handling and handling of hazardous cargoes.
    • knows the structure of a merchant ship and the most common vessel terms.
    • has thorough knowledge of the objectives of environmental protection and occupational welfare.
    • knows the characteristics and functioning of mooring equipment and lifting devices and cargo securing methods
    • knowledge of procedures for safe handling, stowage and securing of stores
    Prerequisites
    None
    Content of the study unit
    • Different vessel types, their areas of usage
    • Ship construction, the names of various vessel parts and their use
    • Vessel equipment, main dimensions and form, load lines and markings for draught (draught-marks)
    • Handling and securing of general cargoes
    • Handling of dangerous goods according to the IMDG Code and the risks connected with hazardous cargoes
    • Environmental protection and occupational welfare
    • The vessel’s mooring equipment, lifting devices and cargo securing methods
    • can perform duties of a watchman safely in connection with loading and discharging
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Petteri Niittymäki

    Learning methods

    Its Learning and classroom lectures

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    06.09.2021 - 24.10.2021

    Enrollment date range

    11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

    Group(s)
    • MT21D-Å
    Seats

    1 - 60

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Tony Karlsson

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Maritime Technology

    Campus

    Åbo, Hertig Johans parkgata 21

    Share of online studies

    1 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    18.sep

    Timing and attendance

    31.aug 25.sep

    Student's schedule and workload

    40,5 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