Engine Machinery and Systems

Welcome to this comprehensive educational course, made to explore the basics of shipboard electrical systems, and more importantly define and differentiate between various operational conditions and emergencies onboard due to a lack of electrical supply on the ship's main switchboard. By understanding the root causes of blackouts, the course aims to empower maritime professionals with the knowledge and strategies to efficiently handle and recover from as well as prevent these critical events.

Electrical propulsion is achieved by propulsion shafts and propellers, or by using azimuth thrusters. These electrically driven propellers can be mounted on a steerable pod and can rotate and tilt in any direction, making the ship highly manoeuvrable. Furthermore, a high voltage power generation system enables efficient utilisation of power, distributed across both propulsion and ship services.

Steam boilers are critical components in marine propulsion systems and power generation onboard vessels. They serve as the primary source of energy for various applications, including propulsion, electricity generation, heating, and hot water production.

Steam boilers are essential for the efficient and reliable operation of marine vessels, ensuring the availability of power and heat for propulsion and onboard systems.

Turbochargers are important pieces of engineering equipment that allow diesel engines to be more efficient and achieve greater speeds. As such, these critical pieces of equipment must be carefully maintained to ensure they operate effectively.

Marine Materials and Corrosion Prevention are paramount considerations in the maritime industry, especially for the Merchant Navy. The choice of materials, their properties, and effective corrosion prevention techniques play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, durability and efficiency of vessels. This subject area covers the importance of materials selection, corrosion fundamentals, prevention technologies and maintenance strategies. Understanding safeguarding vessels against the corrosive forces of the marine environment and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Valves are used in every engineering industry on the planet. When you wash your hands, you open a valve. When you shower, you open a valve. Valves are required any time you want to start, stop, or control flows within a system.

In response to environmental concerns, the maritime industry explores sustainable alternatives, with ethanol emerging as a promising marine fuel. This overview navigates alternative fuels, delving into ethanol's properties, combustion advantages, and its historical context and global trends, shaping its adoption within the merchant navy.

This course is tailored for a wide range of maritime professionals, focusing specifically on the important procedures and workings of a ship’s Engine Room. Designed to provide a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this course will guide you through the dynamics of engine room operations, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations, mostly set by IMO.

The goal of this course is to equip marine ship engineers and engine department personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate safely in the engine room; to minimise the risk of accidents and injuries; and to promote a culture of safety in the maritime industry.

Control valves are integral components within the maritime control systems of ships, contributing significantly to the safe and efficient operation of various marine systems. These valves, including Globe Valves, Butterfly Valves and Ball Valves, play a crucial role in regulating fluid flow, pressure and temperature. Their precise control capabilities are vital for maintaining optimal conditions, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring the safety of both the vessel and its crew.

This course is tailored for cadets, and also recently qualified officers and ratings (beginners). This course will guide you through the basics of engine room operations.

Hydraulic systems are the lifeblood of maritime operations in the merchant navy. These systems harness the power of fluids to steer ships, lift cargo, and control essential machinery. Understanding their fundamentals, maintenance, and safety is paramount for smooth and safe sailing, ensuring vessels operate efficiently and reliably.