022017 EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER Function: Marine Engineering at Management Level MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE (GENERAL) M.E.O. Class II (Time allowed - 3hours) India (February 2017) Total Marks 100 Instructions: . (1) Question 1 is compulsory and a score of minimum 50% marks is essential in the same. (2) Answer total SIX questions. G) All Questions carry equal marks. (4) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage. (5) Illustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage. (© All unused pages of Answer script must be cancelled out by two lines (X) across the page. @ (a) State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with “ — yespect to the action to be taken in the event of a boiler uptake fire. (b) State how the incidence of uptake fires may be minimized. (c) State the reasons for blow-back from the furnace of an auxiliary boiler. (d) State the standing instruction you, as Second Engineer, would issue with respect to the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back. DB With reference to hydraulic system for deck machinery identi (a) The types of contamination likely to be found in hydraulic systems for deck Machinery. (b) The sources of such impurities; (c) Means used to prevent problems with contamination. (d) Possible effects of the oil contamination on the system (e) Measures to be taken to deal with any contamination in the hydraulic system. @) (@) Sketch and describe an inert gas system either from a main boiler or from an independent inert gas generator module. (b) Elaborate the alarms and cutouts incorporated in the system to prevent am accident. y (c) Explain the various protections for the cargo tanks with respect to pressures / vacuum build up inside the tanks. a. Identify the chief causes of overheating in tunnel bearings and of vibration im main shafting. Explain why the seating of the engine room amidships lof2i bration may be enhances these tendencies. State how overheating and vibratior y reduced or eliminated. ami f i i tered reasons for loss o: ine in detail three frequently encount a : Line State how failure is inhibited in the design, operation and i ake maintenance of steering gear systems. Describe how a vessel may m: Port upon irreparable failure of the steering telemotor. ‘icati i lied to an engine needs , . State why the temperature of lubricating oil supp! ; 4 close control. Sketch and describe an arrangement and explain the principle of operation of instrumentation and control equipment for automatically maintaining ig the temperature of lubricating oil supplied to an engine at its desired-value i) Explain the necessity of intercoolers on a multi-stage compressor. What attention is required to keep them safe and i anc in good working order? Sketch id describe an intercooler suitable for a 2400 kPa compressor and state materials used. it) What attention is needed before Opening up an air compressor for inspection? What faults are likely to develop in an air compressor and how are they remedied? hy two stern bearing oil header stances? <2 What are the conditions required in the cylinders of a marine for good combustion. Under normal may occur: a. black smoke b. white smoke ©. blue smoke: What may be the Suspected cause { the remedy for it? Sr each case to occur? What would be022017 EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER Function: Marine Engineering at Management Level MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE (MOTOR) woh ree M.E.O. Class I ; (Time allowed - 3hours) India (February 2017) Afternoon Paper Total Marks 100 NB: (1) Answer SIX Questions only. @) All Questions carry equal marks (@) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage (4) Illustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage. lectronic system for frequency 1. Sketch a main engine shaft driven generator arrangement with an el correction. Describe the operation of the generator arrangement so sketched, Pp Man auxiliary diesel generator over-speeds and runs away while off the load, explain: (a) How it can be stopped, (b) What is likely to be the reasons for the failure, Give details of what checks are made after the machine has been stopped: (@) Mechanically, (b) Electrically. 3, The analysis of oil may be used as a method of monitoring the condition of the equipment that it 7 tubricates. (a) Explain briefly how shore analysts might test the oil. (b) State the type of information that would be expected. (6) Give possible reasons for an excess of: @ iron; i) copper (ii)_antimony (iv) tin; > 2 (v) silica , crankcase inspection, @ main engine top end bearing is found to be wiped and ion shows that the pin is badly scored. ‘action, which should be taken to enable the engine to be safety operated so h a port where effective repair facilities are available. factors, which influence the speed at which the engine may be safely 4, During a routine subsequent inspecti (a) Explain in detail the that the vessel may reac! (b) State with reasons the operated. fitted ina machinery space which is periodically unmanned may be equipped 5. A diesel generator when f the exhaust temperatures. Discuss the relative merits of --- with monitoring alarms o @) Individual cylinder maximum temperature alarms; (6) individual cylinder maximum and minimum temperature alarms; « (©) Individual cylinder maximum temperature alarm and an alarm for any two eylinders exhaust temperatures deviating more than 35°C. Explain how arrangement (c) can be provided for.Es With reference to the behavior of fabricated bed plates & frames in service: (2) Identify the various forces imposed simultaneously upon them. (b) Explain how engine structure withstands these forces? (6) State how these forces are transferred to ships structure? 6 7. Describe the process of inspecting the running gear of a main diesel engine, What is the purpose of such an inspection and what defects may be found? 8. Explain the term ‘cascade cortro!’ and sketch such a system suitable for use with a main engine jacket cooling water system. Show the variation of pressure and temperature at the major points of the system. . Draw a line diagram of a complete feed water system for an auxiliary boiler, labelling all the principal “ items and showing the direction of flow in all lines. Explain how the feed supply to the boiler is regulated. State what means are provided to prevent oil contamination of the feed water.022017 EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER Function: Maintenance & Repair at Management Level MARINE ENGINEERING PRACTICE MEO. Class 11 (Time allowed - 3hours) India Morning Paper Total Marks: 100 February 2017 NB: (1) Answer any Six (2) All Questions carry equal marks (3) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage (4) IMlustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage. 1. A) Sketch and explain the operation of a basic air-conditioning unit. B) With reference to your sketch, explain the following: i, How is humidity controlled? ii, How discomfort caused by the excessive drying effect of heated air is overcome? ©) Explain use of psychrometric chart to check conditions. 2. While carrying out hull inspection, describe the various defects and corresponding repairs that might be expected in Shell plating, Ford end of ship, aft end of ship, Openings in shell plating, Rudder, and Propeller and stern tube. _A.. A) Explain metal fatigue and how fatigue failure occurs. B) Differentiate between high stress/low cycle and low stress/high cycle fatigue giving example of each. C) How do defects in the metal influence the expected life of a component. D) How does fuel injection timing and cylinder power balance influence the possibility of fatigue cracks developing in the bedplate. 4, A) Describe TWO methods of tracing a superficial crack in a machinery component. B) Explain the procedure for arresting propagation of a crack in'a machinery component. _F A) Describe the procedure for overhauling a boiler safety valve and explain using sketches where necessary, those parts, Which require close attention. B) Describe the procedure for setting of boiler safety valves. Page 1 of 26. Sketch and describe a mechanical low expansion high density foam fire-fighting system suitable for protecting the machinery spaces and decks of a large tanker. & A) Describe the events leading to a crankcase explosion. B) How is overheating indicated other than by a mist detector? C) How is severity of a crankcase explosion controlled? D) Discuss the action required when overheating is indicated. ~8 With reference to lifeboats, sketch and describe: A) The handbrake used for lowering and how is it tested; B) The centrifugal brake and method of testing; C) A roller ratchet and method of testing; D) Why is ratchet incorporated into the system? A, A) With reference to air receivers and bottles, explain with reasons Regular systematic internal inspection, and internal areas of large receivers requiring close examination. B) How will you assess the condition of an air receiver that could not be inspected internally? XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX022017 ‘ EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER Functlon: Controlling the Operation of the Ship & Care for Persons on Board at Management Level SHIP SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND PERSONNEL CARE M.E.O. Class II (Time allowed - 2hours) India (February 2017) Afternoon Paper Total Marks 100 Instructions: (1) Answer All Questions. (2) All Questions carry equal marks (3) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carry weightage (4) lilustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage (6) All unused pages of Answer script must be cancelled out by two lines (X) across the page. a) As per annex II of MARPOL, describe categories in which substances are divided. (4) b) Give conditions under which they can be discharged outside special areas? 6) KB With reference to static oil water separators, state 3. a) Reasons, why in separation of oil & water, static means are used for bilge & ballast water, and dynamic means for fuel & lubricating oils.(6) b) Effect of the following on separation process : i) Density of oil (2) ii) Temperature of oil water mixture (2) You have to instruct a newly joined fifth engineer to bring 5 liters of remover from 20 liter drum. Explain him: Carbon- a) Precautions to be taken while handling © b) Measures to be taken if i) Chemical contacts his skin Q) ii) Chemical contacts his eyes Q) lof2Zo Jo. You have to prepare bilge-holding tank for internal examination survey. Prepare checklist for the same. (10) What preparations will you carry out for the following surveys: a) IOPP survey (5) b) SEQ survey (5) (Restrict your answer to Engine Room only) a) CO} is to be released in engine room in case of fire. Briefly describe steps taken before it can be released. (6) b) What means are provided to prevent inadvertent release of CO; in (4) engine room? A) List the items which are contained in the training manual pertaining to life saving appliances. (5) B) Describe the frequency of abandon ship drills and fire drills and how they should be conducted. (5) A) State the regulation regarding the maintenance of life boat falls. (5) B) List the minimum LSA to be carried by Passenger ship. (5) Describe the routine tests required for self-contained breathing apparatus (10) sets. 10. Describe the procedure to be adopted to find missing personnel in a smoke filled accommodation area. (10) If?022017 EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER Function: Electrical, Electronic & Control Engincering at Management Level ‘ MARINE “TR HNOLOGY Sane Class I ~3hours) India (February 2017) Total Marks 100 Instructions: (1) Answer any SIX Questions, (2) All Questions carry equal marks (3) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carry weightage (4) Mustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage (5) All unused pages of Answer seript must be cancelled out by two lines (X) across the page. A. With reference to an emergency source of electrical power in cargo ships:- (a) Describe a typical power source. (b)Give a typical list of essential services, which must be supplied simultaneously. (c) Explain how the emergency installation can be periodically tested. A. The direct on line start of squirrel cage motor is used for most electrical drives on ac. powered ships. Describe with sketches as necessary one method of overcoming each of the following problems: (a) High starting current; (b) Low starting torque 3 (@) @ Discuss the various hazards and problems which are associated with electric cable insulation in the event of fire (ii) Suggest remedies for these problems. (b) State how the spread of fire may be reduced by the method used for installing electric cables. 4 Differentiate between squirrel cage and wound rotor motors, of the three phase acc. induction type, in respect of the following: (a) rotor construction; (b) torque characteristics; (c) speed variation. A Sketch and describe an arrangement for automatic connection of emergency batteries upon loss of main power: Include in your answer: (a) Means of obtaining d.c. charging supply from a.c. mains; (b) A method of maintaining charge on lead acid batteries; (c) The arrangement to check that batteries operate at loss of main power(4) The length of time for which emergency batteries of passenger and cargo ships must provide power. With respect to the High Voltage power systems installation, explain the different types of circuit breaker that are used, comparing them on merits and demerits. Describe the;theory of arc phenomenon and the mechanism fitted to mitigate the arc. Discuss the criteria of the classification of marine high voltage for A.C. and D.C. Systems. Sketch a Ships high voltage distribution system and explain its features. Discuss the various methods of testing the insulation of HV system. Mention the significance of PI Test, why 3 terminals insulation testers are used in HV insulation measurements? : (a) What is meant by negative and positive feed backs? Explain the characteristics of negative feed back. (b) Compare the series and parallel resonance circuits. Find the frequency at which the following circuit resonates. (10) Riso cm2uF R102 CrO.5pF ol tir ee 09 $_ Lean dai i (a) Describe the no-load saturation characteristic of a d.c. generator. (6) (b)A 4-pole machine running at 1500 r-p.m. has an armature with 80 slots and 6 conductors per pole. The flux per pole is 6 x 10° lines. Determine the terminal emf. of dec. generator if the coils are lap connected. If the current per conductor is 100 Amps, determine the electrical power. (19) 6 condeefor | pole a fof Feseming022017 EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER w ‘the Ship & Care for Persons on Board at Function: Contiolling the Operation of ‘Management Level ae NAVAL ARCHITECTURE M.E.O. Class I (Time allowed - 3hours) India (2016) ‘Afternoon Paper Total Marks 100 Instructions: (1) Answer any SIX Questions onl (2) All Questions carry equal marks - pression carry weightage (3) Neatness in handwriting and clarity in ex : (4) Illustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage (6) All unused pages of Answer script must be cancelled out by two lines (X) across the page- Va. 1. With reference to membrane tanks for the carriage of liquefied gas at very low temperatures: (a) Describe with the aid of a sketch ONE method of building up the insulation; (b)State with reasons the alloy, which is used for the membrane. (c) Describe with the aid of a sketch how the tanks are located and supported: (i) Longitudinally; (ii) Transversely. 7 Withreference to ry docking, define the responsibilities of the Second Engineer: (a) Prior to docking; (b) Whilst the vessel is in dry dock; (0) Prior to flooding and leaving the dock. 4. . (a) Sketch the cross-section of a bulk carrier with either deep or shallow double bottom showing the type of framing used. (b) (i) Describe the corrosion problems experienced with ballast tanks, (ii) State how such tanks are protected against extensive corrosion. 4, Describe the preparation necessary before the application (in dry dock) of sophisticated or approved long life coating to the underwater surface of the hull. (a) State the significance of the roughness profile, , (b)List the different sophisticated coatings which are available, >. With regard to ship construction details for transverse watertight bulkheads:- (a) State the purpose of this type of bulkhead. (b) State how the bulkheads are tested for water tightness.Describe how water tightness is maintained where bulkheads are pierced by longitudinal beams or pipes. ‘ Describe the various aspects that are considered to estimate engine power and the influence of various factors in the process. 8. Describe the procedure adopted for the speed trials of a ship and analysis of the results, What are the precautions to be taken? _/. What do you understand by the effective power of a ship? Describe the stages by which the power produced by the main engine of the ship is transformed into the effective power. Discuss the essential sea trials manoeuvres (navigation trials) conducted and typical objectives of each test.