Section c
With reference to cargo hatch covers on large container ships:
(a) describe how they are tested for weathertightness; (2)
(b) explain how the weight of the hatch and containers is transferred to the ship's structure whilst
allowing for deflections of the hull in a seaway; (3)
(c) describe, with the aid of a sketch, the type and location of damage that can occur due to wear
of the hatch supporting arrangements. (5)
2014/JULY 2014/OCT 2017/OCT/12 2021/OCT/Q13
Describe the items that should be inspected to ensure that the conditions of assignment of
load line are satisfactorily complied with. (10)
2020/DEC/13
with reference to a bulk carrier, describe, as Chief Engineer Officer, the inspection that should
be carried out on the upper topside areas. (10)
2021/DEC/Q13
Q14. (a) List FIVE of the nine hazards classes of Dangerous Goods as stated in the International
Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) code. (5)
(b) State the documentation that must accompany any hazardous shipment, explaining the
purpose of this documentation. (5)
2021/DEC/Q14
a) Sketch a method of attaching an anchor cable to a ship' structure, showing how the cable
could be released in an emergency. (5)
(b) Explain how chain locker are emptied of water and silt, stating any restriction s that may have
to be observed. (3)
(c) State the dangers associated with entering a chain locker. (2)
2022/DEC/Q12
Q13.
Q14. Describe the items that should be inspected to ensure that the conditions of assignment of
load line are satisfactorily complied with. (10)
2020/DEC/13 2022/DEC/Q14
Q8. As Chief Engineer Officer, prepare standing orders for working with gas cutting and gas
welding equipment, including the storage of spare bottles. (10)
2015/DEC 2018/OCT/Q7 2023/DEC/Q8
(a) Describe the SIX degrees of motion that a ship at sea moves in when encountering heavy
weather. (6)
(b) Describe the constructional details that are designed to resist the forces exerted on a ship by
the motions described in Q(a). (4)
2021/MAR/Q12 2023/DEC/Q12
(a) Explain the causes and effects of panting and pounding, indicating the affected areas.(5)
(b) Describe the constructional details designed to resist panting and pounding. (5)
2018/JUL/Q14 2021/JUL/Q12 2022/JUL/Q12
Q13. With reference to double hulled oil tankers:
(a) sketch a mid-ship cross section; (5)
(b) state the reason this type of design; (1)
(c) state FOUR disadvantages of this type of design. (4)
2013/OCT 2018/DEC/Q13
Q14.Describe the in-water survey to classification society requirements of the underwater
structure of a very large carrier. (10)
2017/MAR/12 2020/AUG/Q14 2022/JUL/Q14
a) Explain the cause and effects of panting and pounding, at the forward end of a ship. (5)
(b) Sketch the constructional details designed to resist panting and pounding. (5)
2023/JULY/Q12
Q13. With reference to tank inspections:
(a) list SIX items that should be looked for in a tank inspection; (3)
(b) state where erosion would be found in ballast tanks; (2)
(c) write a procedure for enclosed space entry. (5)
2018/OCT/Q14 2023/JULY/Q13
(a) With reference to bilge keels:
(i) describe how the design and method of attachment reduces the possibility of damage to the
shell plate; (5)
(ii) state what testing must be carried out. (2)
(b) Explain why the bilge keels do not extend the full length of the vessel. (3)
2014/OCT 2017/MAR/14 2017/OCT/13 2018/OCT/Q13 2023/MAR/Q13
With reference to watertight doors:
(a) Explain the factors that affect the number and size compatible with proper working of the ship;
(3)
(b) Explain the operating requirements of watertight door below the weather deck; (3)
(c) Outline the potential hazards when passing through power operated watertight doors stating
how these are overcome. (4)
2021/JUL/Q13 2022/OCT/Q13
Q14. With reference to the international conventional for the control and management of ship’s
Ballast Water and Sediments;
(a) state the aims of the Ballast Water Management Convention; (2)
(b) Explain the difference between ballast water standards D-1 and D-2; (2)
(c) State with reasons, the documentation required by ships in international traffic to manage their
Ballast Water and Sediments; (6)
2020/JUL 2022/OCT/Q14
With reference to roll reduction systems:
(a) explain the principle of operation of bilge keels, stating their advantages; (4)
(b) describe TWO other methods of roll reduction, stating the advantages and disadvantages of
EACH system. (6)
2019/DEC/12 2022/MAR/Q13
(a) Explain why twin skeg rudders may be fitted on some vessels. (3)
(b) Explain the advantages of a twin skeg installation in modern vessels with a large cargo carrying
capacity. (7)
2013/JULY 2015/JULY 2017/JUL/13
With reference to defects found in the steelwork of ballast tanks:
(a) explain the factors that may cause defects in ballast tanks; (4)
(b) state, with reasons, areas most likely to be affected and how they may be indicated; (4)
(c) state methods employed to minimise damage, caused by the factors in (a). (2)
2015/OCT 2018/JUL/Q13
Q14. (a) Explain the causes and effects of panting and pounding, indicating the affected
areas. (5)
(b) Describe the constructional details designed to resist panting and pounding. (5)
2018/JUL/Q14
With reference to the international conventional for the control and management of ship’s
Ballast Water and Sediments;
(a) state the aims of the Ballast Water Management Convention; (2)
(b) Explain the difference between ballast water standards D-1 and D-2; (2)
(c) State with reasons, the documentation required by ships in international traffic to manage their
Ballast Water and Sediments; (6)
2020/JUL
(a) Explain the causes and effects of panting and pounding, indicating the affected areas.(5)
(b) Describe the constructional details designed to resist panting and pounding. (5)
2018/JUL/Q14 2021/JUL/Q12
Q13. With reference to watertight doors:
(a) Explain the factors that affect the number and size compatible with proper working of the ship;
(3)
(b) Explain the operating requirements of watertight door below the weather deck; (3)
(c) Outline the potential hazards when passing through power operated watertight doors stating
how these are overcome. (4)
2021/JUL/Q13
Q14. (a) Describe the survey of a hollow rudder. (7)
(b) State what repairs may need to be carried out on the rudder (3)
2021/JUL/Q14
Describe the in-water survey to classification society requirements of the underwater structure of
a very large carrier. (10)
2017/MAR/12
13.
14. (a) With reference to bilge keels:
(i) describe how the design and method of attachment reduces the possibility of damage to the shell
plate; (5)
(ii) state what testing must be carried out. (2)
(b) Explain why the bilge keels do not extend the full length of the vessel. (3)
2014/OCT 2017/MAR/14 2017/OCT/13 2018/OCT/Q13
(a) Explain the function and location of EACH of the following:
(i) watertight doors. (3)
(ii) weathertight doors. (3)
(b) Explain why it is essential that scuppers and freeing ports are operational at all times. ( 4)
2019/MAR/Q13
Q14. As Chief Engineer Officer of an older vessel which has recently been purchased, write a report
to
the Superintendent Engineer detailing the items that should be inspected to ensure that the
conditions
of assignment are satisfactorily complied with. (10)
2014/DEC 2017/DEC/13 2019/MAR/Q14
(a) Describe the SIX degrees of motion that a ship at sea moves in when encountering
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heavy weather. (6)
(b) Describe the constructional details that are designed to resist the forces exerted on a
ship by the motions described in Q(a). (4)
2021/MAR/Q12
With reference to cargo hatch covers on large container ships:
(a) describe how they are tested for weathertightness; (2)
(b) explain how the weight of the hatch and containers is transferred to the ship's structure whilst
allowing for deflections of the hull in a seaway; (3)
(c) describe, with the aid of a sketch, the type and location of damage that can occur due to wear of
the hatch supporting arrangements. (5)
2014/JULY 2014/OCT 2017/OCT/12
Q13. (a) With reference to bilge keels:
(i) describe how the design and method of attachment reduces the possibility of damage to the shell
plate; (5)
(ii) state what testing must be carried out. (2)
(b) Explain why the bilge keels do not extend the full length of the vessel. (3)
2014/OCT 2017/MAR/14 2017/OCT/13 2018/OCT/Q13
As Chief Engineer Officer on a new vessel which is experiencing severe aft end vibration at fullservice
speed, write a report to the Engineer Superintendent suggesting reasons for the vibration and
recommendations for further sister vessels presently under construction. (10)
2013/JULY 2016/DEC 2019/OCT/Q12
(a) List FIVE of the nine hazards classes of Dangerous Goods as stated in the International
Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) code. (5)
(b) State the documentation that must accompany any hazardous shipment, explaining the purpose
of this documentation. (5)
2021/DEC/Q14 2024/MAR/Q12
Q12.
Q13. As Chief Engineer Officer of an older vessel which has recently been purchased, write a report
to
the Superintendent Engineer detailing the items that should be inspected to ensure that the
conditions
of assignment are satisfactorily complied with. (10)
2014/DEC 2017/DEC/13 2019/MAR/Q14
14. (a) Describe the survey of a hollow rudder. (7)
(b) Explain the possible effects if the watertight integrity of the rudder was compromised. (3)
2017/DEC/14
(a) Explain the function and location of EACH of the following:
(i) watertight doors; (3)
(ii) weathertight doors. (3)
(b) Explain why a bilge injection valve is incorporated into the main sea water system, describing
how it is tested. (4)
2023/OCT/Q12
(a) With reference to bilge keels:
(i) describe how the design and method of attachment reduces the possibility of damage to the shell
plate; (5)
(ii) state what testing must be carried out. (2)
(b) Explain why the bilge keels do not extend the full length of the vessel. (3)
2014/OCT 2017/MAR/14 2017/OCT/13 2018/OCT/Q13
Q14. With reference to tank inspections:
(a) list SIX items that should be looked for in a tank inspection; (3)
(b) state where erosion would be found in ballast tanks; (2)
(c) write a procedure for enclosed space entry. (5)
2018/OCT/Q14
With reference to roll reduction systems, explain the principles of operation of EACH of the
following, stating the advantages and disadvantages of EACH:
(i) Bilge keels (5)
(ii) Passive Uncontrolled Tanks (5)
2014/JULY 2015/DEC 2016/JULY 2018/MAR/Q12
13. Explain, with the aid of a mid-ship half sectional sketch of a container ship, how strength is built
into this type of vessel whilst still allowing access to the cargo holds. (10)
2013/DEC 2016/DEC 2018/MAR/Q13
(a) Describe the stres
ses that the hull of an ocean going vessel is subjected to when it
encounters heavy weather. (5)
(b) Explain the constructional details of ships which resist the stresses described in part (a). (5)
2018/OCT/Q12
State FIVE terms used to describe the conditions that relate to the distortion of a ship’s hull
undergoes in heavy seas, stating EACH case the type of stresses involved and where the stresses
occur.
2022/OCT/Q12
(a) Explain why fatigue cracks occur in a ship's hull, stating the locations where they may be
found.(3)
(b) Describe the hull inspection that should be carried out m drydock to ascertain the maintenance
and
repairs that may need to be carried out. (7)
2013/DEC 2016/OCT 2019/DEC/13
a) Describe the stresses that the hull of an ocean-going vessel is subjected to when it
encounters heavy weather. (5)
(b) Explain the constructional details of ships which resist the stresses described in part (a). (5)
2018/OCT/Q12 2021/DEC/Q12
(a) State the system of classification for access doors passing through watertight bulkheads
of a vessel. (3)
(b) State THREE circumstances under which all watertight doors must be closed when situations
are defined as potentially hazardous. (3)
(c) As a Senior Engineer Officer, explain to a new crew member how to pass safely
through a hydraulically operated watertight door. (4)
2023/DEC/Q13
With reference to ship construction, explain the purpose of EACH of the following, stating
where EACH are located:
(a) duct keel; (2)
(b) bilge keel; (2)
(c) collision bulkhead; (2)
(d) camber; (2)
(e) flare. (2)
2023/OCT/Q13
a) State the system of classification for access doors passing through watertight bulkheads of a
vessel. (3)
(b) State THREE circumstances under which all watertight doors must be closed when situations are
defined as potentially hazardous. (3)
(c) Explain the safety features built into the watertight door operating system to enhance safety to
personnel. (4)
2014/DEC 2015/MAR 2017/JUL/14
With reference to large bulk carriers:
(a) sketch a cross section of a bulk carrier through the mid-ship; (5)
(b) explain the design features that have evolved to minimise the possibility of failure. (5)
2013/MAR 2019/JUL/13
(a) State FOUR reasons for transverse watertight bulkheads in ship construction. (4)
(b) State the minimum number of transverse watertight bulkheads and their location. (4)
(c) Describe how watertight bulkheads are tested. (2)
2013/MAR 2016/OCT 2019/OCT/Q13
With reference to ship construction:
(a) Explain why conventional liquid carriers are divided by longitudinal bulkheads. (2)
(b) Explain why ore carriers may be fitted with wing tanks (2)
(c) State, other than the carriage of liquids, the purposes of double bottom tanks in dry cargo ships.
(d) State FOUR reasons for transverse watertight bulkheads in ship construction (4)
2020/OCT/12
(a) State the system of classification for access doors passing through watertight bulkheads
of a vessel. (3)
(b) State THREE circumstances under which all watertight doors must be closed when situations
are defined as potentially hazardous. (3)
(c) Explain the safety features built into the watertight door operating system to enhance safety to
personnel. (4)
2014/DEC 2015/MAR 2017/JUL/14 2020/DEC/12
Describe, with the aid of sketches, how main propulsion efficiency can be improved by the addition
of EACH of the following:
(a) ducted propeller (Kort nozzle) ;(5)
(b) vane or Grim wheel aft of the propeller. (5)
2014/APR 2017/MAR/13
With reference to drainage from a ship’s external structure, explain EACH of the following
(a) why scuppers are located in close proximity to the superstructure , whereas freeing ports are
generally located at open areas of the weather deck; (3)
(b) why it essential that scuppers and freeing ports are operational at all times ; (4)
(c) why oil tankers have handrails on the main cargo deck other than for reasons of personnel
safety. (3)
2021/OCT/Q12
With reference to structural fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces:
(a) define the meaning of Class A bulkheads, stating the requirements; (3)
(b) discuss the design of ventilation systems to prevent the spread of smoke and fire; (5)
(c) explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is retained with respect to ventilation trunkings, where
A
Class bulkhead have to be penetrated. (2)
2013/OCT 2017/DEC/12
When a vessel is in dry dock, the possible risks of fire in the machinery spaces are heightened
due to the nature of the work being carried out.
As Chief Engineer Officer, compile a set of standing orders instructing ship's staff on the
actions to be taken should a serious fire occur. (10)
2014/JULY 2018/DEC/Q12
DRY DOCK
With reference to drydocking a vessel:
(a) state the essential pre-docking information that should be given to the drydock authority; (5)
(b) describe the hull inspection and maintenance that may be carried out in drydock. (5)
2023/OCT/Q14
With reference to drydocking a vessel:
(a) state the pre-docking information that should be given to the drydock authority; (5)
(b) list the items to be inspected once the dock is empty. (5)
2013/OCT 2019/JUL/14
As Chief Engineer Officer, outline the essential information to be supplied to the drydock
management prior to drydocking a vessel. (10)
2014/DEC 2017/OCT/14
As chief engineer officer outline the essential information to be supplied to the drydock
management prior to drydocking a vessel. (10)
2020/OCT/14
a) With reference to the overhaul of a ship side valve in dry dock explain, as Chief Engineer
Officer, what information should be given to the docking company prior to work commencing. (5)
(b) Describe how the valves would be overhauled stating the precautions to be taken before
returning the ship to service. (5)
2015/OCT/12 2018/MAR/Q14 2021/MAR/Q14 2023/DEC/Q14
As Chief Engineer officer, write a dry dock specification for the repair of the following damage that
has occurred, stating what factors have to be considered when costing the repairs.
Damage to water ballast tank number 1 port wing. The shell plating 15 mm thick for approx 2
metres square has to be removed and replaced along with the relevant damaged stiffeners. (10)
2013/MAR 2014/OCT 2016/OCT 2019/OCT/Q14
With reference to structural fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces:
(a) define the meaning of Class A bulkheads, stating the requirements; (3)
(b) discuss the design of ventilation systems to prevent the spread of smoke and fire; (5)
(c) explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is retained with respect to ventilation trunkings, where
A
Class bulkhead have to be penetrated. (2)
2013/OCT 2017/DEC/12 2019/DEC/14
With reference to the structure of a large passenger ship, describe the requirement for
preventing the spread of fire and smoke. (10)
2019/MAR/Q12 2018/JUL/Q12 2021/MAR/Q13 2022/MAR/Q14
With reference to the structure of a large passenger vessel:
(a) describe how the spread of smoke and fire is prevented.
(b) describe the standard fire test for a Class A-60 Division material.
2019/MAR/Q12 2018/MAR/Q12
With reference to the structure of a large passenger ship, describe the requirement for
preventing the spread of fire and smoke. (10)
2019/MAR/Q12 2018/JUL/Q12 2021/MAR/Q13
With reference to structural fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces;
(a) Define the meaning of EACH of the following
(i) Class A Bulkheads (3)
(ii) Class B Bulkheads (3)
(b) Where class A bulkheads have to be penetrated, explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is
retained with respect to EACH of the following.
(i) Doors (2)
(ii) Ventilation trunking (2)
2020/OCT/13
With reference to structural fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces:
(a) define the meaning of Class A bulkheads, stating the requirements; (4)
(b) explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is retained with respect to ventilation trunkings,
where A Class bulkhead have to be penetrated. (2)
(c) discuss the design of ventilation systems with respect to location and isolation of air
conditioning units, supply and exhaust fans, to prevent the spread of smoke and fire. (4)
2024/MAR/Q13
With reference to large fixed bladed propellers:
(a) describe, with the aid of a sketch, EACH of the following: (i) the effect of hull fouling; (3) (ii)
operation in clean hull, ballast condition. (3)
(b) explain why fitting a light propeller may be beneficial. (4)
2015/OCT 2019/JUL/12 2023/MAR/Q14
(a) explain why weighted cocks are fitted to the tank sounding pipes. (2)
(b) explain the purpose of air pipes. (2)
(c) state the design features incorporated on air pipe vents with respect to EACH of the
following:
(i) heavy weather; (2)
(ii) fire; (2)
(iii) bunkering. (2)
2023/MAR/Q12
With reference to structural fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces:
(a) define the meaning of Class A bulkheads, stating the requirements; (3)
(b) discuss the design of ventilation systems to prevent the spread of smoke and fire; (5)
(c) explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is retained with respect to ventilation trunkings,
where A Class bulkhead have to be penetrated. (2)
2013/OCT 2017/DEC/12 2019/DEC/14 2022/DEC/Q13
(a) Describe, with the aid of sketch, how a hydraulically operated folding hatch cover opens
and closes. (7)
(b) Explain how the water tightness and security of the hatch cover sketched in part (a) can be
ascertained before proceeding to sea. (3)
2013/DEC 2016/JULY 2020/JUL
