Study Guide

Objective

STCW- Code: Table A-III/4
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.
• realises the importance of maintenance for safe navigation and minimised environmental consequences.

Content

• the most important parts of a diesel engine and their func-tioning 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

According to realization’s schedule.

Materials

Dokmar; Ship knowledge

Teaching methods

Lectures in the classroom and possibly online studies.
Homework and e-learning may exist.

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

According to realization’s schedule.

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

none

Student workload

27h

Further information

-

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Test, assignment

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Do not meet the criteria of evaluation.

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

Further information

Classroom lectures and/or project-based learning. Exercises in the workshop or onboard a vessel; study excursions are also a possible method of instruction.