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OCTOBER 2022
2210 EM

EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER

Function: Marine Engineering Management at Management Level
ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT
M.E.O CLASS – I
TIME ALLOWED - 3 HOURS
Total Marks – 100
(India 2022)

NB:
1. Answer SIX questions only.
2. All questions carry equal marks.
3. Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage
4. Blank pages if any, to be struck by (X) at the end of each question.

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Q1. A) Explain the significance of propeller curves. Enumerate the safety margins in relation to the
propeller operations.
B) Using typical engine power versus engine speed diagram and propeller demand curves, discuss the
relation between the maximum rated output of the propulsion plant and the power for which the
propeller is designed.
2022/MAR/Q1 2022/OCT/Q1

2. Explain the principle of "Uberrimae Fidei" in Marine Insurance. What are the different disclosures
which must be made by the insured to the insurer in Marine Insurance? List the circumstances which
need not be disclosed to the insurer. What happens to the Marine Insurance contract if the disclosures
are not made to the insurer at the time of the conclusion of the contract?
2022/OCT/Q2

Q3. Guidelines for the use of electronic record books under MARPOL are laid down in resolution
MEPC.312(74), considering these guidelines elaborate following:
a) Name all the record books which can be maintained electronically on board.
b) How does the electronic log book meet the regulations under MARPOL?
c) Briefly discuss the security and accountability of the electronic log book.
2022/OCT/Q3

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Q4. The ESP (Enhanced Survey Programme) is applicable to bulk carriers and tankers.
(a) Explain the special risks of these two types of ships that has prompted the ESP.
(b) Citing casualty statistics, explain how does age of the ship relate to these risks?
(c) State the major requirements of inspections under this programme.
(d) What is contained in the ESP document or file?
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5. a) Discuss the role of Classification societies in structural, mechanical, and electrical rule formation
and implementation during design, construction, and maintenance. Explain why compliance with the
above-referred Class rules is now mentioned in SOLAS ch.ll-1.
b) Explain the difference and relevance between annual and periodical surveys toward harmonized
survey and certification system
2022/OCT/Q5

Q6.a) What are the various national requirements for the ballast water exchange program as of
now? Also, discuss IMO ballast water convention status and requirements under the convention.
b) There are several methods of treatment of Ballast water. Discuss the following physical based
methods for ballast water treatment, i) UV radiation; ii) UV+Tio2; iii)Deoxygenation; iv)Gas injection.
2022/OCT/Q6
7. Viscous (frictional) resistance is a major component of overall resistance and hence an important area
of attention for energy efficiency improvement of ships. Explain various skin friction reduction methods
currently under consideration, with special mention on the following:
a) Hull Air Cavity Systems
b) Hull Surface Texturing
c) Micro bubbles
2022/OCT/Q7

8. IMO introduced the EEDl requirements under MARPOL Annex VI Chapter IV for new builds in 2013
as a measure toward the reduction of CO2 emissions from shipping.
Explain the various design features adopted in the new build vessels to comply with the present EEDI
framework under Phase 2 (of 20% -30% reduction).
2022/OCT/Q8

Q9. A. One of the objectives of UNCLOS is protection of marine environment and prevention of pollution.
Define pollution as per UNCLOS and discuss the key features of obligations of coastal states in this
regard.
B. State the 3 main tiers of the oil pollution damage compensation conventions of the IMO. In each case
elaborate one who is responsible for payment of compensation. Also, state the source of funds as well
as certification required by ship under each tier.
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