Courses & Units
Operational Marine Engineering (General) JNE241
Introduction
This unit provides students with the basic theoretical knowledge and skills required ¿to contribute to the safer operation of the ship as a watchkeeping Engineer.¿ The students will be provided with an understanding of the construction, operating ¿principles and characteristics of the steam and motor ships power plant and the ¿associated auxiliary systems to enable the safe and efficient operation at the ¿Engineer Watchkeeper level. The unit will also provide the basis for the further study ¿required to achieve higher qualifications This unit meets the requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency set ¿out by the current Maritime Training Package, the STCW 2010 (Manila ¿Amendments) and Table A- III/1 of the STCW Code
Summary
| Unit name | Operational Marine Engineering (General) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JNE241 |
| Credit points | 6.25 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Mr Leslie Lockwood |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- ¿Explain and demonstrate the understanding of the functioning of the relevant ¿auxiliary systems and their safe operation and maintenance.¿
- ¿Describe the relevant systems and with the aid of sketches, describe the ¿operational and design features of the systems.¿
- ¿Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to comply with the requirements of the ¿maritime legislation pertaining to MARPOL, SOLAS, STCW and Load line ¿Conventions at a management level.¿
- ¿Apply knowledge gained to safely manage the operational maintenance ¿requirements of shipboard auxiliary equipment and machinery under both ¿normal and abnormal conditions.¿
- ¿Evaluate safe working practices in meeting the legislative requirements, ¿Codes of practice, permits to work and environmental concerns including life-¿saving apparatus and fire-fighting equipment and machinery.¿
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031705 | $559.00 | $559.00 | not applicable | $1,557.50 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
JNE123Teaching
| Assessment | Assignment (20%)|Class Test (20%)|Final Exam (60%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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