COLLEGE OF MARITIME EDUCATION

OBE – LECTURE OUTLINE

COURSE TITLE: MARPOL
LECTURE: 3 HOURS/WEEK
TOPIC: Marine Environment
• Global Context of Shipping
• Importance of Marine Ecology
• Role of the human element in pollution prevention
• Current environmental challenges for the shipping industry

Name: TAGUINOD, MICKO A. Score/Mark:

Year and Section: BSMT/2 - ALPHA Date: Feb 23, 2024
Type of Activity Concept Notes Laboratory Report
Essay/Task Report Skills: Exercise/Drill
Illustration Other: Assignment 1 - PRELIM
After completing this course, you are expected to:

CO1. Given certain scenarios, relate shipboard operations and maintenance in ensuring the
prevention of pollution and protection of the marine environment in compliance with
MARPOL 73/78, as Amended, and other relevant environmental legislation.

Competence/s: C1. Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements.

C2. Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and
measures to ensure safety of life at sea, security and the protection of the
marine environment.

KUP/s: Prevention of pollution of the marine environment and anti-pollution procedures

A-II/1.F3.C1.KUP1. Knowledge of the precautions to be taken to prevent pollution of the
marine environment.
A-II/1.F3.C1.KUP2. Anti-pollution procedures and all associated equipment
A-II/1.F3.C1.KUP3. Importance of proactive measures to protect the marine environment.
A-II/2.F3.C2.KUP2. Regard shall be paid especially to the following subjects:
.4 Responsibilities under the International Convention for the
Prevention of Pollution from Ships, as amended.
.7 Methods and aids to prevent pollution of the marine environment
by ships.
At the end of the lesson, the learner is expected to:
LO1.1. Explain the important role of the human element in protecting the environment.
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I. Activity:
A. Explain the important role of the human element in protecting the environment.
• Global Context of Shipping
- The foundation of international trade, shipping makes it easier for items to be
transported around the globe. On the other hand, it also significantly affects the ecosystem
through the introduction of exotic species, habitat degradation, and pollution of the air and
water. The degree of these consequences is directly influenced by the choices and deeds made
by persons working in the shipping business.
• Importance of Marine Ecology
- Marine environments are essential to the continuation of life on Earth. They sustain a
variety of marine life, control the temperature, and give millions of people food and a means of
subsistence. These ecosystems can be disturbed by human activity, particularly shipping,
through habitat destruction, chemical and oil spills, noise pollution, and other issues. It takes a
coordinated effort from all parties concerned, including the shipping industry, to protect
maritime ecosystem.
• Role of the human element in pollution prevention
- Shipowners, operators, crews, and regulators are just a few of the stakeholders that
make up the human element in the shipping sector. Each is essential to reducing environmental
impact and preventing pollution. This entails putting into effect and abiding by laws like the
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), which
establishes guidelines for preventing pollution in the marine sector. To further reduce the
environmental impact of shipping operations, sustainable practices including using cleaner
fuels, cutting emissions, and putting in place waste management systems are crucial.
• Current environmental challenges for the shipping industry
- Air pollution from ship emissions (such as nitrogen and sulfur oxides), oil spills, plastic
pollution, ballast water discharge, and noise pollution are just a few of the environmental issues
that the shipping sector must deal with. Governments, environmental organizations, and
corporate stakeholders must work together to address these issues.

II. Student Reflection:

At the end of the activity, reflection on the learnings that you gain in this topic.
By putting pollution control measures into place, following rules, and embracing
sustainable practices, the human element in the shipping sector plays a critical role in
preserving the environment and reducing the industry's influence on maritime ecology and the
environment at large.

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