ETO COC Questions

1. Explain the construction and working of three phase induction motor? (16 marks) (Jun 2015,
Jun, Sep, Oct & Nov 2016, Jul 2017)
2. Describe step by step method of overhauling 10 KW, 50 Hz, 440 V, 3 Phase squirrel cage
induction motor? (Mar, Aug 2015, Jun, Sep, Apr, Oct & Nov 2016, Jul, 2017, Jan, Feb 2018) (16
Marks)
3. Draw the diagram of 3-point starter and identify various parts. (16 Marks) (Mar 2015, Apr, Jun,
Sep, Oct & Nov 2016, Jan, Feb 2018)
4. Discuss the various starting methods of induction motors. Explain with neat diagram any two
methods of starters used for squirrel cage type 3 phase induction motor (Mar, Jun 2015) (16 Marks)
5. a) Draw circuit diagram and explain working of star delta starter. (8 Marks)
b) Explain with diagram how direction of single phase induction motor is reversed. (8 Marks)
(Mar, Jun 2018)
6. a) What are safety incorporated in ACB of ship’s generator and prime mover? (10 Marks)
b) Explain the procedure to test reverse power relay. (6 Marks) (Mar, Jun 2018)
7. a) Explain why 3 wire RTD is preferred for accurate measurement of temperature? (8 Marks)
b) Explain with diagram how boiler water level is measured (8 Marks) (Mar, Jun 2018)
8. What is the difference between isolator and circuit breaker. (16 Mark) (Jul 2017)
9. a) What precaution must be taken when testing the insulation of generator cables and
wiring connected to an AVR unit? (6 Mark)
b) How could you monitor the correct instant for synchronizing, if synchroscope and
synchronizing lamps are not working? (6 Mark)
c) How the air gap of an alternator is measured and why the air gap of an alternator to be checked
periodically? (4 Mark) (Aug 2015, Apr, Aug 2016)
10. With reference to an emergency source of electrical power in cargo ships: -
(a) Describe typical power source
(b) Give a typical list of essential services which must be supplied simultaneously
(c) Explain how emergency installation can be periodically tested (16 Marks) (Model Paper 2015)
11. Describe an electrical power generating plant for use in the event of a complete failure of
main electric power and make reference to: -
(a) Location (b) Starting arrangements (c) Fuel oil and its supply (d) Cooling system
(e) Periodic attention required (16 Marks) (Jun 2015)
12. Explain the construction and principle of operation of 3 phase alternator (16 Marks) (Mar, Jun 2015)
13. With respect to paralleling of alternators
(a) If the synchroscope is not functioning, which will be the most essential to parallel an alternator
with busbar, justify you answer? (4 Marks)
(b) Why it is desirable to operate paralleled alternators with same power factor. (2 Marks)
(c) Why it is necessary that incoming generators frequency more than busbar (2 Marks)
(d) What are the likely consequences of attempting to lose incomers circuit breaker when generator
voltages are not in synchronism (4 Marks)
(e) How could you monitor the correct instant of synchronising without the aid of synchroscope or
synchronising lamps (4 Marks)
(Aug 2015, Apr, Aug 2016)
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14. Explain working of fuel oil leak of alarm system of main engine (8 Marks) (Jul 2016, Feb 2017)

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15. Explain the operation of main engine RPM indicator system? (8) (July 2016)
16. The necessity for administering artificial respiration may be recognized by the victims .
(a) Vomiting (b) Blue Colour and lack of breathing (c) Irregular breathing (d) unconscious condition.
justify the answer (16 Marks)(Model Paper 2015)
17. Explain briefly what you know about “pulse width modulation” and how it can be applied for
propulsion control. (5 Marks)(Dec 2015, Jul 2016, Feb 2017)
18. Describe automatic control system capable of maintaining jacket water temperature within close
limits during wide changes in engine load; explain with a simple line sketch of a main engine
cooling system. (8 Marks) (Dec 2015)
19. What you mean by intrinsic safety? Draw a sketch showing how a Zener barrier is used in the
circuits between safe and hazardous area.? (8 Mark) (Dec 2015)
20. Explain with the aid of a diagram, controller utilizing proportional plus integral action (6 Mark)
(Dec 2015, Feb 2017)
21. What is the basic circuit behind an engine room crane, Explain operation with a suitable diagram (8
Marks) (Dec 2015)
22. Describe any two methods of determining the voltage regulation of three phase alternator (16
Marks) (Mar, Aug 2015, Jun, Aug, Sep, Apr, Oct & Nov 2016, Jul 2017, Jan, Feb 2018)
23. Explain the meaning of the following terms with reference to auto control system. (16 Marks)
a) control loop b) Transmitter c) Controller d) Desired value. (Model Paper 2015, Yr 2015)
24. Advantage and disadvantage of three dark lamp method of synchronizing. (16 Marks)(Jul 2017)
25. List out the advantages and disadvantages of electric propulsion? (5 marks) (Dec 2015, Jul 2016,
Feb 2017)
26. Sketch and describe the following detectors. Explaining their mode of operation and stating where
they would be fitted in machinery spaces.
(a) Flash or sudden flare up fire detector (b) combustion or smoke detector (16 Marks) (Jun 2015)
27. State how safety is achieved with regard to gas emission in battery room where a large no of
lead acid batteries is stored with reference to: -
(a) Provision of lighting (b) Ventilation, if a fan is fitted (c) Type of distilled water container for
topping up (d) Use of tools and replacement of defective batteries. (16 Marks) (Jun 2015)
28. Write down the function of following components.
(i) Thermocouple (ii) DP Transmitter (iii) IP Converter (iv) IGBT (8 Marks) (Dec 2015)
29. Explain the working of Galley CO2 firefighting control system (8 Marks) (Jul 2016, Feb 2017)
30. Explain working of electrical oven fitted in galley range with circuit diagram (8 Marks) (Jul 2016,
Feb 2017)
31. What are the three modes in which a transistor can operate? Explain the meaning of each mode of
operation. (8 Marks) (Jul 2017)
32. Describe CO2 fixed firefighting system for machinery spaces and cargo spaces of a bulk carrier. (8
Marks) (Mar, Dec 2015, Apr, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2016, Jul 2017, Jan, Feb 2018)
33. Explain safety precautions taken prior to release of CO2 to the Engine room (8 Marks) (Mar,
Dec 2015, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2016, Jan, Feb 2018)
34. Describe the routine test required for self-contained breathing apparatus sets? (8 Marks) (Mar, Dec
2015, Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2016, Jan, Feb 2018)

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35. List the items which are contained in the training manual pertaining to life saving appliances? (8
Mark)( Model Paper 2015, Jul 2016)
36. Name the areas onboard ship which is classified as “hazardous” (8 Mark)(Dec 2015)
37. (i) With respect to the hazardous areas on tankers, explain the term flame proof Ex d for electrical
equipment. (6 Mark)
(ii) State the type of electrical equipment that would be protected in this way. (4 Mark)
(iii) List likely defects of flameproof equipment. (6 Mark)
(Mar, Aug, Dec 2015, Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
2016)
38. a) List the items which are contained in the training manual pertaining to life saving appliances. (4
Marks)
b) Describe the frequency of abandon ship drills and fire drills and how they should be
conducted? (4 Marks)
c) State the regulation regarding the maintenance of life boat falls. (4 Marks)
d) List the minimum LSA to be carried by passenger ship. (4 Marks)
(Model Paper 2015, Jul 2016)
39. With respect to oil monitoring of bilge and ballast discharges: -
(a) Describe with the aid of a sketch, the general arrangement of electronic monitoring system
(b) State how the inputs are recorded (16
Marks) (Model Paper 2015)
40. Explain the term “cold ironing”, draw a neat single line diagram for the cold ironing system of the
ship with 3x1.5MW 440v alternators with bow thruster of 6.6 KV, and AMP 6.6KV. Indicate
clearly the type and size of the breaker and mention the salient features of this system? (Feb
2017)
41. i) Define “Enclosed Space” and give examples of enclosed spaces onboard. (4 Marks)
ii) Describe hazards relating to entry into enclosed spaces onboard (4 Marks)
iii) Explain safety precaution taken prior to entry into enclosed spaces onboard vessel. (8
Marks) (Mar, Apr, Jun 2018)
42. a) How will you fight a fire in a galley? How will you at least restrict the fire if you are the first
person to sight the fire in the galley? (8 Marks) (Mar, Apr, Jun 2018)
(b) Describe the procedure to be adopted to find missing personnel in a smoke-filled accommodation
area. (8 Marks) (Mar, Dec 2015, Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2016, Jul 2017, Mar, Apr, Jun
2018)
43. Sketch and describe hydraulic circuit of steering gear incorporating automatic isolation system
(8 Marks)
(ii) Explain Emergency steering (4 Marks)
(iii) Describe the routine tests of steering gear as per SOLAS requirement (4
Marks) (Apr, Aug 2016, Jul 2017)
44. Explain the working operation of Thyristor. Explain the use of thyristor in voltage regulation of
diesel generator (16 Marks) (Mar, Jun 2016)
45. Mechanical foam is used for firefighting is produced by

(a) Mechanically mixing and agitating foam chemical, water and air
(b) A chemical reaction of chemical foam and air
(c) Gas bubbles liberated when foam chemical contacts fire
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 (d) Chemical reaction of foam components with
water Justify the answer. (16 Marks) (Model Paper
2015)
46. a) what are the advantages and disadvantages of Neutral insulated system (6 Mark)

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 b) An alternator does not build up any voltage after start. Describe step by step procedure to
solve the problem for all reasons. (10 Marks) (Mar, Jun 2018)
47. What is the significance of earth faults in an Isolated neutral system. Explain with a suitable diagram
(8 Marks) (Dec 2015)
48. a) You are working onboard the engine room crane. What are the hazards associated with
working at heights? (5 Marks)

b) What risk mitigation measures will you take to mitigate the hazards identified by you while
working at heights? (6 Marks)
c) Which all matrix, checklists and permits will you fill up before commencing the work and who
will authorize the work permits? (5 Marks)
(Mar, Jun 2018)
49. a) You are working onboard the Deck Cargo Crane. What are the hazards associated with
working at heights? (5 Marks)
b) What risk mitigation measures will you take to mitigate the hazards identified by you while
working at heights? (6 Marks)
c) Which all risk assessment checklists, work checklists and work permits will you fill up
before commencing the work and who will authorize the work permits? (5 Marks)
(Apr 2018)
50. Explain the principle of a transformer? Discuss the various types of transformers used
onboard? (8 Marks) (Apr 2018)
51. a) Draw and explain the block diagram of PLC. (8 Marks)
b) What are the equipments where the PLCs are used onboard (4 Marks)
c) What are the advantages of PLC Controllers over the other type of controllers. (4
Marks) (Apr 2018)
52. Two alternators are connected in parallel, what happens when we increase the excitation of one
machine? (8 Marks)
53. Draw and explain basic flow and control diagram of refrigeration system onboard a ship. (8
Marks) (Dec 2015)
54. What are the safety procedure if any work has to be carried out in live MSB busbar. (8 Marks)
(Mar, Jun 2018)
55. (i) Draw the schematic diagram of directional over current relay and explain its working.
(ii) What are the advantages of high voltage transmission and its limitations. (16 Marks) (Mar, Jun
2015)
56. 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. Mention the significance of PI test.
Why 3 terminals insulation testers are used in HV insulation measurements? (16 mark) (Feb
2017)
57. (a) Draw the circuit diagram of NPN and PNP transistors by identifying all junction voltage currents.
(b) Sketch the potential variation through the transistor if the PNP transistor biased in active region.
(c) Explain about current components of the transistor with neat sketches. (16
Marks) (Model Paper 2015)
58. How to check and calibrate a thermostat which is used to stop an air compressor when cooling water
temperature goes too high (8 Marks) (Dec 2015)
59. Explain the operation of main engine alarm system (8 Marks) (Jul 2016)
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