Introduction to Marine Engineering

D A Taylor (Author)

9780750625302, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 9 October 1996

388 pages
23.4 x 15.6 x 2.5 cm, 0.6 kg

"Deals comprehensively with all aspects of a ship's machinery from propulsion and steering to deck machinery and electrical equipment. The scope of the book amply covers the level required for the Class 3 and 4 Engineer's Certificates of Competency." --Offshore Engineer, October 2004

This second edition deals comprehensively with all aspects of a ship's machinery from propulsion and steering to deck machinery and electrical equipment with a strong emphasis upon correct and safe procedures.

Material has been added and revised to reflect the greater weight now being placed upon the cost-effective operation of ships; in terms of greater equipment reliability, more fuel-efficient engines, the ever-increasing shift towards automatically operated machinery, and the need for fewer engineering crew. This is an invaluable guide for professionals but equally covers the requirements for Class 4 and Class 3 Engineer's Certificates of Competency, the first two years of the Engineer Cadet Training Scheme, and the Engineering Knowledge syllabus for the Master's Certificate.

Preface
Ships and machinery
Diesel engines
Steam turbines and gearing
Boilers
Feed systems
Pumps and pumping systems
Auxiliaries
Fuel oils, lubricating oils and their treatment
Refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation
Deck machinery and hull equipment
Shafting and propellers
Steering gear
Fire-fighting and safety
Electrical equipment
Instrumentation and control
Engineering materials
Watchkeeping and equipment operation
Appendix (SI units, engineering terms, power measurement, fuel estimation, engineering drawings)
Index

Subject Areas: Ships & boats: general interest [WGG], Marine engineering [TTS], Navigation & seamanship [TRLN], Technology: general issues [TB], Science: general issues [PD]