This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a marine internal combustion engine and associated systems less than 1500 kW according to technical specifications and safe operating limits.

It includes operating marine internal combustion engines and associated systems and completing operations.

This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:

Chief Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 1500 kW within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)

Second Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 3000 kW within the EEZ

Chief or Second Engineer on vessels with outboard engines with unlimited propulsion power within the EEZ

assistant under the direct supervision of the Chief Engineer

worker in the engine room of a vessel less than 80 metres in length with propulsion power less than 3000 kW.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit.

This unit is one of the requirements to obtain Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal, as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for operation

1.1

Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures

1.2

Routine pre-operational checks of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

2

Operate marine internal combustion engines and associated systems

2.1

Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to organisational procedures

2.2

Marine internal combustion engines and associated systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner

2.3

Performance of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems operations is monitored

2.4

Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operating marine internal combustion engines and associated systems are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel

2.5

Faults or malfunctions are identified and recorded according to organisational procedures

2.6

Faults or malfunctions are rectified, where possible, and corrective actions are taken and recorded according to organisational procedures

2.7

Restrictions are applied to operations, as necessary, and are agreed to with the Master

2.8

Procedures to be undertaken in the event of an emergency are recognised and implemented

3

Complete operations

3.1

Shutdown procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

3.2

Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

carrying out necessary calculations associated with managing marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, including calculating:

areas and volumes of various shapes and circumference of circles

calibration tables

lubricating oil and fuel/oil consumption, rate of fuel consumption (RFC), specific fuel consumption (SFC), effects on RFC and fuel requirements due to change in vessel speed or voyage deviations

relationship between vessel speed and fuel consumption, including the meaning of economical revolutions per minute (r.p.m.) and its application

tank capacities and pumping capacities for filling and emptying

maintaining records of operating and maintaining marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, and any related safety incidents, including:

logbooks

maintenance records

operational orders

monitoring various gauges and instruments to evaluate the performance of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems

operating marine internal combustion engines and associated systems in accordance with manufacturer instructions, maritime regulations, rules and instructions

recognising problems that may occur with marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, responding to alarms and taking appropriate preventative and remedial action

recognising when performance of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems is unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits and taking appropriate action.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

associated systems, including:

air start

control systems

cooling system

cooling water system and components

dual fuel systems

exhaust systems

fuel system, including pumps and injectors

lubricating oil systems and components

lubrication systems

characteristics of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, including operational limits

control systems

crankcase explosions and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

dangers associated with operating shipboard marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, and related hazard prevention strategies

emergency procedures, including:

explosion

failure or major fault in propulsion engines and associated control systems

fire

loss of:

bridge control

electrical supply

major breakdowns

propulsion power

steering

engine protection arrangements

methods for controlling and managing the operation of shipboard marine internal combustion engines and associated systems

pollution control measures under relevant local, state, territory and commonwealth legislation

problems associated with marine internal combustion engines and associated systems, and appropriate preventative and remedial actions and solutions

procedures for monitoring and evaluating performance of marine internal combustion engines and associated systems

relevant sections of state and territory maritime regulations and the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV)

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS)/occupational safety and health (OSH) legislation and policies

requirements for emission control from internal combustion engines under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

sequence of required action when there is a major fault on main propulsion engine

surroundings and changes to these surroundings

technological changes in engine and control system designs

turbocharging systems.

Assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Practical assessment must occur in a workplace, or realistic simulated workplace, under the normal range of workplace conditions.

Simulations and scenarios may be used where situations cannot be provided in the workplace or may occur only rarely, in particular for situations relating to emergency procedures and adverse weather conditions where assessment would be unsafe, impractical or may lead to environmental damage.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a commercial vessel with inboard diesel propulsion power of greater than or equal to 375 kW or appropriate engine, propulsion plant and auxiliary system ashore

applicable documentation, such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Not applicable.

C - Equipment Operations