Ship Machinery Systems: Essential Guide To Ship Engineering

Explore ship propulsion, SOLAS regulations, and essential safety and operational systems. Article and Audio Course

What you'll learn

Ship Propulsion Systems – Understanding the working principles of ship propulsion, including propellers, engines, reduction gearing, and efficiency factors.

Auxiliary Machinery – Learning about essential ship equipment such as generators, pumps, boilers, turbochargers, mooring winches, and inert gas plants.

Steering Gear Systems – Exploring the mechanisms of rudders, rotary vane steering, ram steering gear, and SOLAS regulations for steering systems.

Electrical and Automation Systems – Covering shipboard power generation, distribution, emergency power, and automation technologies.

Piping Systems – Examining cooling, fuel, lubrication, bilge, ballast, and fire-fighting piping systems.

Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems – Understanding ship sanitation, air conditioning, and fire prevention mechanisms.

SOLAS Compliance – Learning about international safety regulations for ship machinery and installation.

Propeller Efficiency and Design – Analyzing propeller pitch, slip, cavitation, and the impact on fuel efficiency.

Engine Room Operations – A walkthrough of typical engine room layouts, including engine types, fuel systems, and lubrication.

Requirements

Access to a computer or mobile device to watch video lectures.

Interest in marine machinery, ship systems, or naval architecture.

Basic understanding of maritime operations or engineering is helpful but not mandatory.

No prior experience is needed, but those with technical backgrounds will benefit more.

Description

Dive into the world of marine engineering with comprehensive course, Ship Machinery Systems: Propulsion & Marine Engineering. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in ship propulsion, auxiliary machinery, steering gear systems, and essential marine engineering concepts.Starting with Ship Propulsion Systems, you’ll learn about the working principles of propellers, engines, reduction gearing, and efficiency factors that drive a ship’s movement. Gain insights into Auxiliary Machinery, including generators, pumps, boilers, turbochargers, mooring winches, and inert gas plants, ensuring you understand the critical equipment that keeps a ship operational. Explore Steering Gear Systems, including rudders, rotary vane steering, ram steering gear, and important SOLAS regulations governing steering systems. Delve into Electrical and Automation Systems, covering shipboard power generation, distribution, emergency power, and automation technologies. Discover the intricacies of Piping Systems for cooling, fuel, lubrication, bilge, ballast, and fire-fighting.The course also covers essential knowledge on Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems, providing insights into ship sanitation, air conditioning, and fire prevention mechanisms. Gain a clear understanding of SOLAS Compliance and how international safety regulations impact ship machinery and installations.Additionally, explore Propeller Efficiency and Design, learning about propeller pitch, slip, cavitation, and their impact on fuel efficiency. Finally, you’ll gain a practical overview of Engine Room Operations, including typical engine room layouts, engine types, fuel systems, and lubrication. By the end of this course, you’ll have a well-rounded understanding of ship machinery systems, making you more confident.

Overview

Section 1: Ship Propulsion Systems

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Main Components of Ship Propulsion

Lecture 3 Types of Propellers and Their Efficiency

Lecture 4 Ship Resistance and Fuel Efficiency

Lecture 5 Steering and Maneuverability in Relation to Propulsion

Lecture 6 Innovations in Ship Propulsion

Section 2: Auxiliary Machinery

Lecture 7 Introduction

Lecture 8 Power Generation Systems

Lecture 9 Pumps and Hydraulic Systems

Lecture 10 Boilers and Steam Systems

Lecture 11 Cargo Handling and Mooring Equipment

Lecture 12 Air Compressors and Refrigeration Systems

Lecture 13 Auxiliary Machinery Maintenance and Safety

Section 3: Steering Gear Systems

Lecture 14 Introduction

Lecture 15 Types of Rudders

Lecture 16 Hydraulic Steering Gear Systems

Lecture 17 Ram-Type Steering Gear

Lecture 18 Rotary Vane Steering Gear

Lecture 19 Steering Gear Redundancy and Emergency Systems

Lecture 20 Steering Gear Maintenance

Section 4: Electrical and Automation Systems

Lecture 21 Introduction

Lecture 22 Shipboard Power Generation

Lecture 23 Electrical Distribution Systems

Lecture 24 Emergency Power Systems

Lecture 25 Automation in Ship Systems

Lecture 26 Electrical Safety and Maintenance

Section 5: Piping Systems

Lecture 27 Introduction

Lecture 28 Engine Cooling Water Systems

Lecture 29 Fuel Systems

Lecture 30 Lubrication Systems

Lecture 31 Bilge and Ballast Systems

Lecture 32 Fresh Water and Sewage Systems

Lecture 33 Hydraulic Systems

Section 6: Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems

Lecture 34 Introduction

Lecture 35 Sewage Collection and Treatment Systems

Lecture 36 Vacuum and Gravity Sewage Systems

Lecture 37 Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and Discharge Requirements

Lecture 38 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems

Lecture 39 Air Conditioning Systems

Lecture 40 Ventilation Systems

Lecture 41 Fire Protection Systems Overview

Lecture 42 Fire Main System and Fire Pumps

Lecture 43 Fixed Fire Suppression Systems

Lecture 44 Portable and Manual Firefighting Equipment

Section 7: SOLAS Compliance

Lecture 45 Introduction

Lecture 46 SOLAS Regulations for Machinery and Electrical Systems

Lecture 47 SOLAS Requirements for Piping Systems

Lecture 48 SOLAS Fire Protection and Safety Systems

Lecture 49 SOLAS Compliance for Sewage and HVAC Systems

Lecture 50 Emergency Power and Steering Requirements

Lecture 51 SOLAS Regulations for Automation and Control Systems

Lecture 52 Inspection, Maintenance, and Record-Keeping

Lecture 53 Consequences of Non-Compliance

Section 8: Engine Room Operations

Lecture 54 Introduction

Lecture 55 Layout and Components of an Engine Room

Lecture 56 Engine Room Safety Procedures

Lecture 57 Engine Start-Up and Shutdown Procedures

Lecture 58 Fuel Management and Purification

Lecture 59 Lubrication and Cooling Systems

Lecture 60 Engine Performance Monitoring and Maintenance

Lecture 61 Engine Room Watchkeeping Duties

Lecture 62 Emergency Situations in the Engine Room

Section 9: Final Test

Anyone interested in shipping, maritime operations, or ship technology who wants to learn about vessel systems.,Maritime students and cadets looking to enhance their understanding of ship machinery systems.,Marine engineers and deck officers aiming to advance their knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary, and automation systems.,Shipowners, fleet managers, and technical superintendents seeking to improve vessel efficiency and maintenance.,Naval architects and ship designers interested in propulsion and auxiliary machinery integration.