April 2018

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Dec 2017.

Write in detail on situational leadership with reference to the different styles of leadership and their application. Give shipboard examples.
Elucidate the challenges of operating with a multi cultural crew on board with reference to communication values and any other aspect.

State the UNCLOS requirement for member states to register ships flagged with them and to control safety, pollution, and civil /social aspects of ship
What mechanism is used in India to comply with these requirements

Define management and list and explain the function of management
Compare any two material / inventory management technique and explain their usefulness and limitation for ship management.

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What do you understand by directional stability and manoeuvring
How are these attributes provided in a ship.

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Sketch an on board high voltage generation and distribution system highlighting its features.
Discuss in detail the various regulatory safety requirement of marine high voltage ships/system installation..

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Which engine development and retrofitting were adopted by engine manufactures to enable hassle free slow steaming and ultra slow steaming of ships

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What are the principles of modern salvage law? What is G.A, explain in context of G.A
a) Entitlement
b) Artificial adjustment
c) Contestation

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Periodic lube oil analysis its correct interpretation and corrective measures are of critical significance for the maintenamce of marine machineries. With reference to the modern analysis techniques employed for the condition anyalsis of L.O, discuss the following
Elemental [spectrometric] analysis
Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.
Particle count.
Base number Vs Acid number.

Nov 2017

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(i)       Define the'-meaning of the term "conditions of assignment" as applied to ships.
(ii)      State how conditions of assignment contribute towards the watertight integrity of ships.
(iii)     Give reasons why conditions of assignment need periodic inspection, giving specific instances where they can be found to be less than fully effective

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Explain PSC inspection underline its authority for exercising basis of such inspection – Enumerate relevant regulations, articles and annexes of SOLAS 74, load line 66, MARPOL 73/78, STCW 95 and tonnage 69 which form provision for PSC. What is understood by CIC?

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What are the UNCLOS provisions concerning ship’s flag and nationality? In observation of UNCLOS what the duties are of flag States and how is it enforced?

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A junior engineer has joined ship.
Enumerate in detail the issue you would mentor him or her with respect to the following
Up keep of his personal safety.
Up keep of the safety of his colleagues on board
Technical job, responsibility he need to learn at the earliest
What attention he needs to pay towards energy conservation and
His entitlement with regard to human right in a foreign port.

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Exhaust emission control is a major global issue and under serious consideration by world shipping. In this context, comment on the following,
Primary Nox reduction vis-a-vis secondary Nox reduction measures.
Scavenge Air Moisturizing & Exhaust Gas Recirculation for ME.

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What is the purpose of annual surveys? Give a list of items that would be examined by a surveyor during annual survey. Also explain condition of class. What impact condition of class has on a ship’s commercial/technical aspects?

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Name the present ISO standard for marine fuel oil and explain salient features with reference to fuel oil analysis report, explain relevant corrective action against various adverse observation in it.

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Describe the salient features of latest IOPP equipment compared with the earlier version.
Discuss the latest guidelines for mandatory entries to be made in oil record book.

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Explain latest development in marine tribology.
Discuss the inferences you may draw from marine lube oil analysis report with the proposed corrective action in each case.

Oct 2017.

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One of the objectives of UNCLOS is protection of marine environment and prevention of pollution. Define pollution as per UNCLOS and discuss the key features of obligations of costal states in this regards
State the 3 main tiers of the oil pollution damage compensation convention of the I.M.O
In each case elaborate on who is responsible for payment of compensation
Also state the source of fund as well as certification required by ship under each tier.

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Explain the different cost that are incurred by a ship owner when his ship is on long term time charter.
Write short notes on
Liner trade
Charter hire
Notice of readiness
Redelivery of vessel

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EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS
a) CHARTER PARTY
b) FREIGHT
c) LAY TIME
d) BILL OF LADDING.
e) OFF HIRE CLAUSE
f) CONTRACT OF AFFREIGHTMENT
g) BARE BOAT CHARTER
h) LLOYDS OPEN FORM
i) GENERAL AVERAGE AND PARTICULAR AVERAGE.
j) TREATY, CONVENTION, AND PROTOCOL.

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The legal system in countries around the world generally fall into one of 2 main categories: common law system and civil law systems.
What is the main difference between the 2 systems and the roles of a lawyer and judge in each system?
How the provisions of international convention are given effect in countries following the common law system and civil law systems of laws. State and describe with examples.

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With reference to "emergency preparedness", discuss
(i) Search and rescue
(ii) Evacuation of critically injured personnel
(iii) Helicopter operation
(iv) Rescue from enclosed spaces
(v) Abandon ship.
Small fire in engine room.

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What are the essential element of preventive maintenance on board ships.
Analyze the link between statutory and classification survey of the ship machinery and equipment with respect to routine maintenance and how it is effectively merged in ships safety management system under the ISM code.

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Illustrate the salient features factors for on board training and standards of competence as laid down on STCW 95 chapter III under line the specific roles a chief engineer needs to perform towards necessary satisfactory training of engine room personnel under these parameters what will be criteria for evaluating competence for on board training by a chief engineer

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The protection of the Marine environment is of utmost importance today.
Discuss.
(a) How would you as a C/E of a tanker ensure protection of the environment by compliance" with the various Regulation of MARPOL 73/78 Annex, 1 for prevention and control of pollution at sea?
(b) State requirement for compliance under Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78.

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Discuss G-8, Vs G 9 standards for ballast water treatment system and explain the principle features of any G 9 approved treatment system.
You are required to have an existing ship retrofitted with a BWT system
Briefly describe the technical challenges you anticipate and the possible technical option before you.

Sept 2017

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With specific reference to any make sketch and describe the cylinder lubrication system used in new generation marine engines
How will you effect the optimum cylinder oil feed with varying sulphur content

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With regards to ordering and receiving fuel bunker on board answer the following
The importance of correct bunker specification including the relevant ISO standard
How will you ensure that a representative sample is drawn during bunkering.
How will you ensure that in case of bunker disputes especially with regards to quality the sample from the vessel will be acceptable for verification

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Discuss the capital voyage and operating cost of ship operation and explain chief engineer role in optimizing them.
What are the modern management principle used in inventory control.

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With respect to refrigeration gases used on board vessels answer the following.
Explain ozone depleting potentional of conventional ref gases.
Name alternative refrigeration gases available and being used on board
Explain the steps you will take to ensure that release of refrigeration gases from the plant is minimised during normal operation and during maintenance activities.

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Explain the following modern methods of turbo charging
Pulse converter system
Sequential turbo charging
2 stage turbo charging
Variable geometry turbo charger.

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Explain in detail the significance of propeller curves to a chief engineer
Enumerate the propeller safety margins in relation to the chief engineer.

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With respect to EEDI explain in detail the following.
Required EEDI
Attained EEDI

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Write shot notes on
Tier 2 and 3 emission regulation on main engine.
Homogenizer for water emulsion.
SCR for Nox emission reduction.
Scavenge air moisturizing and exhaust gas recirculation for main engine

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State the different types of Marine Insurance policies that could be undertaken by owners, shippers or other related parties Explain the salient liabilities and exclusions related with each case for an insurer.

Aug 2017

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The lakshadeep islands and the Andaman and Nicobar islands are know for their critical habitat and required to be protected from marine pollution.
Describe briefly how these islands could be protected
Explain briefly the term particularly sensitive sea area.
Describe briefly the various criteria associated for identification and designation of PSSA.

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How is the power to weight ratio of an engine sought to be increased by continuous development
Discuss the limiting factors
What is the typical power to weight ratio of a slow speed marine diesel engine of current generation.
Discuss the importance of turbocharger compression ratio in increasing the mep.
Why is it necessary to introduce 2 stage turbo charging.

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Discuss the significance of ballast water management system on board the ship operating in international waters with respect to the impact of ballast water on marine pollution.

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Compare stcw 2010 and 1995
Discuss the provision of 2010 amendments to the stcw convention that intend to improve the technical and interpersonal competence of sea farers.

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What are the UNCLOS provisions concerning ship’s flag and nationality? In observing the provisions of UNCLOS, what are the duties of the PORT state and how they are enforced?

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Discuss the merits and demerits of longitudinal framing system.
Explain with sketch the type of load and failure mechanism that are significant for the longitudinal strength of the hull girder of a bulk carrier.

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mlc 2006 discuss
Flag state and port state responsibilities
On board and onshore complaint procedures
Grievance redressal mechanisms for Indian seafarers.
Detainable deficiencies

July 2017

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What are the principal reasons responsible for compounding of machinery vibration in connection with operation of a long stroke diesel engines and associated machinery arrangements? What are the key factors for excitations generated by the engines?

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Explain the associated key factors and activities to ensure PMS on board ships and ISM code with the following terms
Corrective action process
Developing and improving maintenance records
Systematic approach of maintenance
Maintenance intervals
Inspections

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With respect to EEDI explain in detail the following.
Required EEDI
Attained EEDI

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What are the UNCLOS provisions concerning ship’s flag and nationality? In observing the provisions of UNCLOS, what are the duties of the flag state and how they are enforced.

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Explain the following modern methods of turbo charging
Pulse converter system
Sequential turbo charging
2 stage turbo charging
Variable geometry turbo charger.

June 2017.

June 2017
Question
With reference to MLC 2006. briefly discuss
Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship
Conditions of employment
Compliance and enforcement of the convention

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Although it is possible to remove Co2 from exhaust gases e.g. by chemical conversion. Yet this is not considered feasible on board ship. Briefly describe the reasons.
Emission reduction technologies are mainly relevant to pollutants within exhaust gases
i.e. NOx, Sox, PM, CH4, NMVOC. Describe briefly the technological option for reducing these emission.

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What are the functional requirement of ISM.
How an internal audit helps in External Audit of a vessel? Name the salient issues addressed in the Internal Audit and the persons responsible to carry out the same.

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With the aid of a sketch explain the difference between international load line marking and subdivision load line marking
How will you prepare your ship for a renewal load line survey?

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With introduction of the new generation of super long stroke engines and changed process parameter triggered by enviromental compliance rules cold corrosion of cylinder liner has grown to become a major issue for the latest generation of two stroke engines Discuss the causes and mitigation measures stressing on the following Increased jacket cooling water temperature. New cylinder liner designs New cylinder lubricators.

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Explain fault tree analysis
Construct Fault tree analysis for marine engine starting failure.

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Describe the background and relevance of 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.
Pollution damage. Bunker oil. Time limit for claims. Exclusion.

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With reference to Port State Control Inspection,
(a) What are "clear ground" and "ISM related deficiencies" for a Port State Control Officer to conduct a more detailed inspections of the ship.
(b) List out five deficiencies, which may lead to detention of the vessel. Also enumerate the cause of such deficiency and preventive action you, as Chief Engineer, will take to avoid reoccurrence of such detainable deficiencies.

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To operate engines in complaince with the new sulphur limits in sulphur emission control areas and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for change in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for onwers, operators and crew. From the chief engineers prespective explain the following briefly.
Cylinder lubrication strategies. Cat fines related issues. Fuel change over procedure.

April 2017.
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Describe the background and relevance of 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.
Pollution damage. Bunker oil. Time limit for claims. Exclusion.

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Illustrate the provision kept towards establishing procedures for identification and testing of "critical" equipment under ISM Code. How the list of critical equipment and systems are made and on what factors are they dependent?

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Discuss the rights and expectations of sea farers in relation to occupational safety as per maritime labor convention.
What are the potential problems that can happen due to difference in age gender language nationality and culture? What are the steps to be taken to reduce possible discrimination?

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In an unfortunate incident of Main Engine Crank case explosion on your vessel, the main engine was badly damaged and two engine room personnel suffered serious injuries. Explain how you will present the vessel for subsequent inspections by P&I and H&M insurance companies with special emphasis on the records and documents required in each case to ensure that only genuine claims are honoured.

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Explain fault tree analysis
Construct Fault tree analysis for marine engine starting failure.

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Referring to the latest I.M.O. code on noise level on board ship define and explain the following terms
A-weighted equivalent sound level.
C- weighted equivalent sound level.
Sound pressure level.
Weighted sound reductuion index��

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With reference to port PSC enumerate on the following (i) Regional co-operation/ agreements (ii) Future of PSC (iii) Is PSC an effective tool for ship safety?

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Define a sub-standard vessel and give examples of detainable items under each of the IMO conventions. [SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, & ICLL]

March 2017.
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Write short notes on casualty investing code and IMO member state audit scheme .

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What is meant by strategic management
Explain the significance of strategic management in the working of an organisation.
Define strategy and tactics
Differentiate between strategy and tactics giving examples.

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Describe the stage during which the power produced by the main engine of the ship is transformed in to effective power.
Discuss the essential sea trials manoeuvres [navigational trials] conducted and typical objectives of each test.

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Which engine development and retrofitting were adopted by engine manufactures to enable hassle free slow steaming and ultra slow steaming of ships

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What is human element issue addressed in STCW CODE.
Discuss the IMO Guidelines on fatigue mitigation and management on board ship.

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State the circumstances which may lead to suspension or withdrawal of class explain the terms (i) period of class (ii) anniversary date (iii) survey time window (iv) memoranda (v) recommendations

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Explain the influence of a charter on operation of propulsion and other ship board machineries during a voyage. After taking over ship as C/E you have informed that ship is on time charter and has a history of unforeseen auxiliary machinery breakdown at sea, state the different options you have and actions you would take as C/E prior to the commencement of voyage

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With the latest emission control requirements, storage & purification of marine fuel oils onboard has become a
Challenge for chief engineers. Against this background, discuss:-
(a) Challenges with the traditional fuel purification systems on existing ships.
(b) Advanced computer based fuel cleaning system.
(c) Fuel storage & stability issues.
(d) Fuel oil additives & treatments.

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For onboard noise measurement as per IMO code on noise level on board ship explain the requirement regarding
Measuring conditions
Measuring equipment
Measurement procedures.

Feb 2017.
Write in detail on situational leadership with reference to the different styles of leadership and their application. Give shipboard examples.
Elucidate the challenges of operating with a multi cultural crew on board with reference to communication values and any other aspect.

Define management and list and explain the function of management
Compare any two material / inventory management technique and explain their usefulness and limitation for ship management.

What do you understand by directional stability and manoeuvring
How are these attributes provided in a ship.

Question
Which engine development and retrofitting were adopted by engine manufactures to enable hassle free slow steaming and ultra slow steaming of ships

Question
What are the principles of modern salvage law? What is G.A, explain in context of G.A
a) Entitlement
b) Artificial adjustment
c) Contestation

Jan 2017

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Discuss in detail the principle of total quality management
Explain how management techniques studied by you can be used in shipping / maritime industry.

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Discuss IEC and NEMA standards for marine electrical equipment
What required for marine electrical cables
How will you conform that electrical cables are suitable for intended use onboard.

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Discuss the capital voyage and operating cost of ship operation and explain chief engineer role in optimizing them.
What are the modern management principle used in inventory control.

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Describe the action of rudder in turning a ship.
Discuss the 3 phase of turn.

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Prepare a waste management plan for a port of your choice to comply with the requirement of the MARPOL Convention

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With reference to the modern analysis techniques employed for the condition anyalsis of L.O, discuss the following
Elemental [spectrometric] analysis
Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.
Particle count.
Base number Vs Acid number.

Question
How do the provision of 2010 amendments to STCW Convention intend to improve the technical and interpersonal competence of sea farers.

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Your vessel, which had recently been dry docked, is showing a significant increase in fuel oil consumption. Frame a report, in the format of an e-mail message, addressed to the Engineer Superintendent. Discuss the related inspections made, findings established and suggestions for repair, if any.