041-35 - March 2012

CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY IN THE MERCHANT NAVY –
MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER
EXAMINATIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE

SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY
ON BEHALF OF THE
MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
STCW 95 CHIEF ENGINEER REG. III/2 (UNLIMITED)
041-35 – ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE - GENERAL
MONDAY, 26 MARCH 2012
0915- 1215 hrs
Examination paper inserts:
Notes for the guidance of candidates:
Candidates are required to obtain 50% of the total marks allocated to this paper to gain a pass AND
also obtain a minimum 40% in Sections A, B and C of the paper.
Materials to be supplied by examination centres:
Candidate’s examination workbook

ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE - GENERAL
Attempt TEN questions only as follows:

SIX questions from Section A
TWO questions from Section B
TWO questions from Section C
Marks for each part question are shown in brackets
All questions carry equal marks
SECTION A
Attempt SIX questions only from this section
1. Following bunkering operations, it is discovered that the vessel received a quantity which
was short of what was stipulated in the pre-delivery document.
As Chief Engineer Officer, write a Note of Protest to the Master of the bunkering vessel. (10)
2. With reference to multi-tubular heat exchangers, explain how EACH of the following
contribute to satisfactory performance:
(a) tube wall thickness; (2)
(b) dense population of tubes in the tube plate; (2)
(c) tube materials selection; (2)
(d) coolant flow rates; (2)
(e) unimpeded passage of coolant at entry and exit from the tubes. (2)
3. Describe, with the aid of a block diagram, a compensated control system for an active fin
stabilisation unit. (10)
4. With reference to stern tube bearings:
(a) explain why large diameter white metal lined bearings are susceptible to failure; (5)
(b) outline the merits of non metallic bearings. (5)
[OVER
5. (a) State the affinity laws for a centrifugal pump. (3)
(b) State the effects on the pump affinity laws of fitting a slightly smaller diameter
impeller. (2)
(c) Where high and low capacities are demanded for a large sea water circulating pump,
explain, with the aid of a Head versus Flow diagram, why a two speed pump is
preferable to throttling. (5)
6. (a) With reference to a vapour compression refrigeration plant, explain why EACH of the
following conditions are desirable:
(i) superheating at the compressor suction; (3)
(ii) undercooling at the condenser outlet. (3)
(b) Describe, with the aid of a Pressure-Enthalpy diagram, how the evaporator cooling
load is affected by the conditions stated in Q6(a). (4)
7. In deck machinery hydraulic systems, state the functions of the hydraulic oil reservoir,
explaining how these functions determine the construction and dimensions of the oil
reservoir, making reference to the volume of the hydraulic fluid in the system. (10)
8. Describe a procedure for a function test of the operation of a machinery space CO2
smothering system. (10)
SECTION B
Attempt TWO questions only from this section
9. Describe, with the aid of a block diagram, how automatic starting, load sharing and
stopping of generators in response to load changing is effected. (10)
10. State the main electrical survey items applicable to a periodical Classification Society
survey. (10)
11. With reference to High Voltage systems:
(a) explain how the permit to work procedure is carried out before any maintenance work
commences; (5)
(b) outline the procedure to be adopted when using portable earthing leads. (5)
[OVER
SECTION C
Attempt TWO questions only from this section
12. Sketch FIVE methods used to prevent the distortion of ships plates and frames during
major welded hull repairs in dry dock. (10)
13. With reference to corrosion found in the steelwork of cargo oil tanks:
(a) explain the factors that cause corrosion in cargo oil tanks; (4)
(b) state, with reasons, areas most likely to be affected by such action; (3)
(c) describe the methods employed to minimise corrosion in cargo oil tanks. (3)
14. (a) Define propeller slip. (2)
(b) State, with reasons, FOUR conditions which will affect the propeller slip. (8)

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CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY IN THE MERCHANT NAVY –

MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER

EXAMINATIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE

STCW 95 CHIEF ENGINEER REG. III/2 (UNLIMITED)

041-35 – ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE - GENERAL

MONDAY, 26 MARCH 2012

0915- 1215 hrs

Examination paper inserts:

Notes for the guidance of candidates:

Materials to be supplied by examination centres:

Candidate’s examination workbook

Attempt TEN questions only as follows:

Attempt SIX questions only from this section

(a) tube wall thickness; (2)

(b) dense population of tubes in the tube plate; (2)

(c) tube materials selection; (2)

(d) coolant flow rates; (2)

4. With reference to stern tube bearings:

(b) outline the merits of non metallic bearings. (5)

(i) superheating at the compressor suction; (3)

(ii) undercooling at the condenser outlet. (3)

Attempt TWO questions only from this section

11. With reference to High Voltage systems:

Attempt TWO questions only from this section

14. (a) Define propeller slip. (2)

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