Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the MAR Maritime Training Package.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate propulsion transmission systems up to1500 kW according to technical specifications and safe operating limits.

It includes preparing for operations, operating propulsion transmission 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 meters in length with propulsion power up to 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.

Not applicable.

C - Equipment Operations

Not applicable.

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 and precautions are taken to minimise risk according to organisational procedures

1.2 

Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion transmission systems are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

2 

Operate propulsion transmission systems 

2.1 

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

2.2 

Propulsion transmission systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner

2.3 

Performance of propulsion transmission system operations is monitored

2.4 

Faults or malfunctions are identified and recorded according to organisational procedures

2.5 

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

2.6 

Procedures to be undertaken in emergencies are recognised and implemented

3 

Complete operations 

3.1 

Shutdown procedures are implemented according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

3.2 

Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures

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.

This unit replaces and is equivalent to MARC016 Operate propulsion transmission systems up to 1500 kW.

Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the MAR Maritime Training Package.

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 propulsion transmission systems, including:

• calculating gearbox ratios
• propeller slip
• theoretical distance

• maintaining records of operating and maintaining propulsion transmission systems and any related safety incidents
• monitoring various gauges and evaluating performance of propulsion transmission systems
• operating propulsion transmission system in a safe and controlled manner to manufacturer technical specifications.

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:

• basic reverse/reduction propulsion transmission systems operation
• bearings
• characteristics of propulsion transmission systems, including operational limits
• construction and materials of propulsion transmission systems
• fault identification on propulsion transmission systems
• lubricating and cooling systems for propulsion transmission systems
• manufacturer instructions for operating propulsion transmission systems
• maritime regulations, rules and instructions
• methods for controlling and managing the operation of shipboard propulsion transmission systems
• problems associated with propulsion transmission systems and appropriate preventative and remedial actions and solutions
• procedures for monitoring and evaluating performance of propulsion transmission systems
• propeller and intermediate shaft systems
• propeller shape, design and materials
• propeller types and arrangements, including fixed pitch and controllable pitch propellers
• propulsion transmission systems, including:

• control system
• gearbox and reduction gear arrangements
• intermediate bearings
• propeller types and arrangements
• shafting arrangements
• stern tube and their systems
• transmission system

• recognising operational faults and problems that may occur with propulsion transmission systems and taking appropriate preventative and remedial actions
• relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and policies
• seals and glands
• shafting materials
• steerable/rudder propellers
• stern and jet water drive
• stern tube bearing systems, including lubrication, materials and components
• types of gear trains.

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.