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Marine Damage Control unit (JVD183)

Introduction

This short course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and use control measures to maintain the watertight and structural integrity and participate in practical exercise in the application and use of correct techniques to reduce water ingress into the vessel.

Summary

Unit name Marine Damage Control
Unit code JVD183
Credit points 1.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Australian Maritime College
Discipline Seafaring and Maritime Operations
Coordinator Mr Umar Khan
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Introductory

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe legislation related to damage control stability.
  • Apply leadership and decision-making techniques to control damage on ship structures.
  • Maintain the seaworthiness of the ship to avoid further damage to ship

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

One day short course composed of:

  • One half day Lecture
  • One half day Practical
AssessmentCollision Mat Drill (50%)|Damage Control Drill (50%)
TimetableView 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.

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