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Question.
Explain the
criteria for determining fitness for duty for watchkeeping personnel as
outlined in STCW Chapter 8. How do these criteria ensure safe and effective
watchkeeping on board ships. (16)
Question.
a) Describe the key elements and
requirements of the Goal-Based Ship Construction Standards (GBS) as outlined by
the International Maritime Organization (IMO). (8)
b) Explain
how GBS ensures ship safety and environmental protection, and discuss the '
role of verification and validation in ensuring compliance (8)
Question.
Discuss the
key elements of the revised IMO strategy on the reduction of greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions from ships and explain the midterm and long-term measures
proposed to achieve the targets and evaluate their potential impact on the
shipping industry. (16)
Question.
Explain the
role and functions of the International Oil Pollution Compensation (IOPC) Funds
in providing compensation for oil pollution damage. Discuss the funding
mechanism, eligibility criteria for compensation, and the effectiveness of the
IOPC in managing the financial consequences of oil spills. (16)
Question.
a) Discuss
the social security provisions for seafarers as outlined in the Maritime Labour
Convention (MLC) 2006 and explain the key social security benefits provided
under the MLC.
b) Briefly
discuss the Government of India's initiatives aimed at improving the welfare
and social security of Indian seafarers. How do these initiatives align with
the MLC's requirements.
Question.
Describe
the background and relevance of the International Convention on Civil Liability
for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001. Define the following under Bunker
Convention and explain how they differ from other similar Convention such as
CLC'92. (a) Pollution damage; (b) Bunker oil; (c) Time limits for claims; (d)
Exclusions. (16)
Question.
a) What are
the key functions and component of GISIS? (Global Integrated Shipping
Information System of the IMO) and how it facilitates data sharing among member
states. (8)
Briefly
Discuss the usefulness of this module for reporting and analysing information
on compliant fuel oil and reporting of inadequacy of port reception facilities
in port. (8)
Question.
a) Briefly
discuss Anti fouling convention and state all Documents and records to be
maintained on a ship to demonstrate Anti fouling convention compliance. (8)
c) Discuss
various alternatives to tin-based antifouling paints, with specific reference
to the following types:
Controlled
Depletion Polymer (CDP) paint
Self-Polishing
Copolymer (SPC) paint
Hybrid TBT
free paint
fouling
Release paint.
Question.
Improvements
in Rudder efficiency can considerably contribute in improving propulsion
effectiveness. Discuss common rudder- efficiency improvement devices /
techniques currently in use, referring to the following: - (16)
Rudder
Thrust Fins
Asymmetric
Rudders
Rudder
Bulbs
Grim Vane
Wheels.