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When trying to reverse a large slow speed diesel engine in the astern direction it cannot be turned on air even though it will start in the ahead direction. What is the likely cause of this problem?:
In the diagram below we want to verify the resistance of the PT100 sensor fitted with compensation. What is the correct calculation?:
A transformer, rated at 22 kVA, 440/220 Volts, 60 Hz, is used to step down the voltage for a lighting system. The low tension voltage is to be kept constant at 220 Volts. What load impedance connected to the low-tension side will cause the transformer to be fully loaded?:
A medium speed diesel engine, operating with a pulse turbocharging system, has been adjusted to have good power balance. What would the cylinder exhaust gas temperatures, relative to each other, be expected to be?:
Part of the outer surface of a refrigeration compressor crankcase and the refrigerant return line near the compressor ice up heavily during normal operation. Which of the options given is the most likely cause of this problem?:
Some ships generate electrical power at 440 Volts, but then step up this voltage to supply specific electrical equipment. One common example, may be to feed a large bow thruster. Why is this done?:
In an automatic temperature control system, operating with a PID controller, which of the following settings or parameter adjustments may result in system oscillation?:
The range of a transducer is 0-200 bar and the output signal is 4-20 mA. What is the output signal when the process value is 100 bar?:
What function is this circuit performing?:
The temperature control for the central cooling system low temperature circuit has failed and a new 3 term controller is to be fitted. Which of the given options would be the correct method of setting up the controller?:
Many large, slow speed diesel engines have direct oil cooling of the piston crowns provided. An automatic slow down and alarm are sometimes fitted to protect against failure of this system. Which parameter is usually used to initiate this slow down?:
Which of the following options is the most likely to result in the maximum cylinder pressure for all cylinders on a diesel engine to be lower than normal?:
When starting air is applied to a diesel engine the engine fails to turn over but is seen to oscillate back and forth. What is the most likely cause of this problem?:
Which of the below structures of bulk carriers are considered critical?:
Which of the 4 alternatives shows a NPN bipolar transistor?:
What would be a typical setting for the overspeed trip to operate and shut down the engine on a medium speed diesel engine?:
During maintenance work on the main engine a problem arises regarding the lifting of a main component in that the manufacturer’s instructions ado not apply to the engine as fitted and present a hazard. In which of the information/record sources given in the options, is it most important to record the information relating to this anomaly?:
What is the bias value used for in a controller?:
The main propulsion diesel engine is normally started by direct admission of compressed air. Which one of the following statements is correct?:
Marine diesel engines are normally provided with automatic protection devices which operate in the event of abnormal conditions arising. Why would medium speed engines used for main propulsion normally only automatically slow down for certain abnormal conditions but automatically shut down for the same conditions when used to drive an alternator?:
The diagram shows a thyristor (SCR) with a Resistor and Capacitor (R and C). The RC network shown, performs which of the following applications?:
What does the term “stoichiometric mixture” mean when used in relation to combustion of hydrocarbon fuels?:
The instrument air system is suffering from excess water carry over to the instrument air lines. The air intake to the compressor has very high humidity. Which of the actions given in the options will most likely result in reducing this problem?:
What would the results of a TAN test, carried out on lubricating oil samples from a diesel engine, indicate?:
When considering instrumentation systems,what is the meaning of the expression “dead- band”?:
Prior to removing the access doors to a pressure vessel for internal maintenance it should be ensured that all pressure has been relieved. As well as a zero indication on a pressure gauge which other measure, from the options given should be taken to confirm this prior to commencing the work?:
Which of the following symptoms would indicate that the filter drier in a refrigeration circuit has become blocked?:
In a PID controller it is possible to change the setting of the Proportional band (P), the Reset time (I) and the Rate time (D). Please indicate which curve shows the typical response to a step change in input, if the setting of the reset time is too small.:
A U tube manometer is used to measure the pressure delivered by a ventilation fan. Following replacement of the fan by a larger unit with a higher delivery rate and pressure the liquid is blown out of the open end of the manometer. Which of the options given will allow the manometer to be used to measure the delivery pressure of the larger fan?:
A viscosity controller for the main diesel engine fuel oil supply is giving poor control resulting in the viscosity of the fuel oil being too low at the engine. Which of the defects given in the options is likely to be the cause of this problem?:
Which one of the following items has to be included in an abandon ship drill according to SOLAS regulations?:
How often should the lifeboat wire falls be turned and renewed?:
The operation of a diesel engine is controlled by a mechanical-hydraulic, compensated speed sensing governor. How will the governor control be affected if the compensation needle valve is closed in and the engine load changes?:
What do you understand by the term Maximum Continuous Rating, MCR, of a diesel engine?:
New MARPOL regulations came into effect from July 93 stating that the previous instantaneous rate of discharge of oil content (60 litters per nautical mile) was changed to:
The charge air pressure supplied to a diesel engine, which is normally 2,0 bar, is reduced to 1,5 bar. What will be the likely effect on the engine operation?:
Which of the following terms is used to describe a thermodynamic process in which no heat transfer into or out of the system occurs?:
Which of the following would be considered pollution, when discharged overboard, under the US water pollution laws?:
A High Breaking Capacity fuse found in a Main High Voltage Switchboard will typically have fault level rating of?:
This circuit shows a transformer with two windings, N (1) = 2 000 and N (2) = 1 000 turns, on a common magnetic circuit. Assume that there are no energy losses in the transformer itself. Calculate the output voltage V (2) when the input voltage is V (1) = 100 Volt.:
A combustible gas indicator of the catalytic filament type is used to check the atmosphere in an enclosed space onboard ship. When taking readings in a fuel tank which has been emptied for cleaning the meter reading initially rises and then falls back to zero. What is the likely defect, if any, in the instrument when this type of behaviour is displayed?:
Master of every ship must provide:
Worn piston rings are allowing a small amount of piston blow-by on a 2-stroke main diesel engine cylinder, but due to the circumstances, it is not possible to stop and do a piston overhaul. What is the correct, temporary action to take?:
For a ship operating or calling in US waters, COTP can request (OPA-90)?:
The turbocharger on a diesel engine is surging. Which one of the following options would be the most likely cause?:
A low exhaust temperature in one cylinder of a diesel engine is noticed during routine checks. Which of the options given is the most likely cause of this?:
How long after starting a refrigeration compressor should the oil separator return valve be opened?:
What type of dynamic forces may cause indent in plating on forecastle deck and main deck in way of pillars inside forecastle?:
How is the prime mover load normally kept to a minimum when starting up an electric driven reciprocating type air compressor?:
A medium speed diesel engine is used to drive a controllable pitch propeller through a suitable clutch and reduction gearbox. What should the propeller blade attitude normally be after the engine is started and before the clutch can be engaged?:
What is the normal slow down/shutdown temperature for the jacket cooling water outlet from a diesel engine cylinder?:
A transformer is rated at 22 kVA, 440/220 Volts, 60 Hz, is used to step down the voltage to a lighting system. The low tension voltage is to be kept constant at 220 Volts. What load impedance connected to the low-tension side will cause the transformer to be fully loaded?:
Which ideal heat engine cycle is the vapour-compression refrigeration system based on?:
Some vessels have a central hydraulic system consisting of a number of hydraulic power packs for driving cargo pumps, deck machinery, ship’s cranes, etc. Which parameter is normally used to automatically bring the power packs on and off line to match operational demand?:
A High Breaking Capacity fuse found in a Main High Voltage Switchboard will typically have fault level rating of?:
A heat exchanger of the tube and shell type is used for cooling lubricating oil with seawater as the secondary fluid. Which of the options would indicate that the tube stack was becoming fouled (scaled or coked) rather than blocked?:
In terms of automated control systems, what is typical for a continuous control system?:
When starting three phase induction motors which of the following starting methods will immediately apply rated voltage to the machine?:
Which statement about the use of profiling onboard a ship is true?:
What does the term “stoichiometric mixture” mean when used in relation to combustion of hydrocarbon fuels?:
What is usually the effect on G when the ship is damaged with water ingress?:
Select, from the options given, the one most likely to result in a sudden reduction in main diesel engine operating speed during normal operation:
This circuit consists of a voltage source V, a change-over switch S, a resistor R and a capacitor C. The voltage/time figures 1 to 4 show changes in the voltage V(C) when the switch S is suddenly shifted from position 1 to 2 at time t = 0. Only one of the diagrams is correct. Which?:
The first step in completing an SSA is to:
The operation of a diesel engine is controlled by a mechanical-hydraulic, compensated speed sensing governor. How will the governor control be affected if the compensation needle valve is closed in and the engine load changes?:
A transformer overheats while taking a shore supply. Which is the likely cause?:
A two step controller (open/close) has failed and the only available spare controller is a P+I controller. Select, from the options given, how the P+I controller could be set up to achieve approximate two step control.:
When selecting switchgear to work with High Voltage it is important to use an appropriate arcing medium. What is meant by arcing medium?:
Which of the following is the minimum acceptable value of insulation resistance for High Voltage equipment?:
HEL-H is the abbreviation of a heavy helicopter radius of action for rescue purposes. What do you think the radius and evacuating capacity of the helicopter is?:
The torsion meter for the main propeller shaft is reading high. The torque is sensed using the angle of twist principle with two clamp rings attached to the shaft at a fixed distance, with stationary proximity switches for measuring the angle of twist and also shaft speed fixed to a rigid stool. What is the most likely cause of the high reading?:
Onboard training should be organised in such a way that:
The charge air pressure supplied to a diesel engine, which is normally 2,0 bar, is reduced to 1,5 bar. What will be the likely effect on the engine operation?:
Which electronic component or system is this graphical symbol illustrating:
Maintenance is to be carried out on a diesel engine. How long after stopping the engine should the cooling water and lubricating oil be kept circulating in order to avoid any undue thermal stress from residual heat?:
The muster list shall show the duties assigned to the different members of the crew. Which of the given duties necessarily have to be included in the muster list?:
A 3-phase cage rotor induction motor requires protection by a time delay overload trip. What is the reason for this?:
Medium and high speed diesel engines used for electrical generation duties on board ship have overspeed protection devices fitted to protect the engine in case the electrical generator trips while carrying high loads. Why are these devices necessary?:
During inspection and calibration of a cylinder unit, the liner is found to be worn in a cloverleaf pattern with maximum wear midway between the lubrication points. What action is necessary to rectify the problem?:
Two identical medium speed engines are connected through clutches and a reduction gearbox to a single controllable pitch propeller. It is noted during normal operation that the load sharing between the engines is uneven with one engine taking a greater proportion of the load as the total load increases even though they are equally loaded at low load. Select from the options given the most likely cause of this problem.: