What you'll learn

Ship Propulsion Systems – Understanding the working principles of ship propulsion, including propellers, engines, reduction gearing, and efficiency factors.
Auxiliary Machinery – Learning about essential ship equipment such as generators, pumps, boilers, turbochargers, mooring winches, and inert gas plants.
Steering Gear Systems – Exploring the mechanisms of rudders, rotary vane steering, ram steering gear, and SOLAS regulations for steering systems.
Electrical and Automation Systems – Covering shipboard power generation, distribution, emergency power, and automation technologies.
Piping Systems – Examining cooling, fuel, lubrication, bilge, ballast, and fire-fighting piping systems.
Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems – Understanding ship sanitation, air conditioning, and fire prevention mechanisms.
SOLAS Compliance – Learning about international safety regulations for ship machinery and installation.
Propeller Efficiency and Design – Analyzing propeller pitch, slip, cavitation, and the impact on fuel efficiency.
Engine Room Operations – A walkthrough of typical engine room layouts, including engine types, fuel systems, and lubrication.

Requirements

Access to a computer or mobile device to watch video lectures.
Interest in marine machinery, ship systems, or naval architecture.
Basic understanding of maritime operations or engineering is helpful but not mandatory.
No prior experience is needed, but those with technical backgrounds will benefit more.

Description

Dive into the world of marine engineering with comprehensive course, Ship Machinery Systems: Propulsion & Marine Engineering. This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in ship propulsion, auxiliary machinery, steering gear systems, and essential marine engineering concepts.Starting with Ship Propulsion Systems, you'll learn about the working principles of propellers, engines, reduction gearing, and efficiency factors that drive a ship's movement. Gain insights into Auxiliary Machinery, including generators, pumps, boilers, turbochargers, mooring winches, and inert gas plants, ensuring you understand the critical equipment that keeps a ship operational. Explore Steering Gear Systems, including rudders, rotary vane steering, ram steering gear, and important SOLAS regulations governing steering systems. Delve into Electrical and Automation Systems, covering shipboard power generation, distribution, emergency power, and automation technologies. Discover the intricacies of Piping Systems for cooling, fuel, lubrication, bilge, ballast, and fire-fighting.The course also covers essential knowledge on Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems, providing insights into ship sanitation, air conditioning, and fire prevention mechanisms. Gain a clear understanding of SOLAS Compliance and how international safety regulations impact ship machinery and installations.Additionally, explore Propeller Efficiency and Design, learning about propeller pitch, slip, cavitation, and their impact on fuel efficiency. Finally, you'll gain a practical

Overview

of Engine Room Operations, including typical engine room layouts, engine types, fuel systems, and lubrication. By the end of this course, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of ship machinery systems, making you more confident.

Overview

Section 1: Ship Propulsion Systems
Lecture 1 Introduction
Lecture 2 Main Components of Ship Propulsion
Lecture 3 Types of Propellers and Their Efficiency
Lecture 4 Ship Resistance and Fuel Efficiency
Lecture 5 Steering and Maneuverability in Relation to Propulsion
Lecture 6 Innovations in Ship Propulsion
Section 2: Auxiliary Machinery
Lecture 7 Introduction
Lecture 8 Power Generation Systems
Lecture 9 Pumps and Hydraulic Systems
Lecture 10 Boilers and Steam Systems
Lecture 11 Cargo Handling and Mooring Equipment
Lecture 12 Air Compressors and Refrigeration Systems
Lecture 13 Auxiliary Machinery Maintenance and Safety
Section 3: Steering Gear Systems
Lecture 14 Introduction
Lecture 15 Types of Rudders
Lecture 16 Hydraulic Steering Gear Systems
Lecture 17 Ram-Type Steering Gear
Lecture 18 Rotary Vane Steering Gear
Lecture 19 Steering Gear Redundancy and Emergency Systems
Lecture 20 Steering Gear Maintenance
Section 4: Electrical and Automation Systems
Lecture 21 Introduction
Lecture 22 Shipboard Power Generation
Lecture 23 Electrical Distribution Systems
Lecture 24 Emergency Power Systems
Lecture 25 Automation in Ship Systems
Lecture 26 Electrical Safety and Maintenance
Section 5: Piping Systems
Lecture 27 Introduction
Lecture 28 Engine Cooling Water Systems
Lecture 29 Fuel Systems
Lecture 30 Lubrication Systems
Lecture 31 Bilge and Ballast Systems
Lecture 32 Fresh Water and Sewage Systems
Lecture 33 Hydraulic Systems
Section 6: Sewage, HVAC, and Fire Protection Systems
Lecture 34 Introduction
Lecture 35 Sewage Collection and Treatment Systems
Lecture 36 Vacuum and Gravity Sewage Systems
Lecture 37 Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and Discharge

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Lecture 38 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
Lecture 39 Air Conditioning Systems
Lecture 40 Ventilation Systems
Lecture 41 Fire Protection Systems

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Lecture 42 Fire Main System and Fire Pumps
Lecture 43 Fixed Fire Suppression Systems
Lecture 44 Portable and Manual Firefighting Equipment
Section 7: SOLAS Compliance
Lecture 45 Introduction
Lecture 46 SOLAS Regulations for Machinery and Electrical Systems
Lecture 47 SOLAS

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for Piping Systems
Lecture 48 SOLAS Fire Protection and Safety Systems
Lecture 49 SOLAS Compliance for Sewage and HVAC Systems
Lecture 50 Emergency Power and Steering

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Lecture 51 SOLAS Regulations for Automation and Control Systems
Lecture 52 Inspection, Maintenance, and Record-Keeping
Lecture 53 Consequences of Non-Compliance
Section 8: Engine Room Operations
Lecture 54 Introduction
Lecture 55 Layout and Components of an Engine Room
Lecture 56 Engine Room Safety Procedures
Lecture 57 Engine Start-Up and Shutdown Procedures
Lecture 58 Fuel Management and Purification
Lecture 59 Lubrication and Cooling Systems
Lecture 60 Engine Performance Monitoring and Maintenance
Lecture 61 Engine Room Watchkeeping Duties
Lecture 62 Emergency Situations in the Engine Room
Section 9: Final Test
Anyone interested in shipping, maritime operations, or ship technology who wants to learn about vessel systems.,Maritime students and cadets looking to enhance their understanding of ship machinery systems.,Marine engineers and deck officers aiming to advance their knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary, and automation systems.,Shipowners, fleet managers, and technical superintendents seeking to improve vessel efficiency and maintenance.,Naval architects and ship designers interested in propulsion and auxiliary machinery integration.

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