Marine Engineering

Module aim

The purpose of the subject is to acquire basic theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills necessary for the normal duty, corresponding to the tasks of an ordinary engine room engineman of the engine room watch shift and their execution. During the internship, the student performs the duties of an engineman-trainee, participates in the watch, performs maintenance and repair of ship’s mechanisms under the supervision of a certified ship mechanic, participates in eliminating malfunctions that occur during the watch, observing safe work methods. The student becomes familiar with the ship’s power plant and auxiliary mechanisms of the ship, becomes familiar with the engine room watch, its acceptance and transfer, becomes familiar with the job instructions of the engine man and mechanics on duty, with the fuel, oil, cooling, compressed air and engine starting systems and their operating rules, the capacities of the ship’s power plants and auxiliary engines.

Module description

The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: entrepreneurship, mathematical, logical thinking, engineering thinking, the ability to work in a team, in a multicultural environment, to make decisions independently, computer and mathematical literacy, the ability to accumulate information, analytical thinking. Lifelong learning skills are formed.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general abilities: logical, engineering thinking, the ability to work safely individually and in a team, in a multicultural environment, and to make decisions independently.
Civil Safety – to acquire basic theoretical knowledge and practical skills in civil safety in order to assess and predict possible threats in the state of Lithuania, and the impact of these consequences on the safety of the population and the environment. To be able to make decisions in accordance with international and Lithuanian legal documents of the civil protection and rescue system.
Environmental Safety – to provide theoretical and practical knowledge about the environmental impacts of the maritime transport complex in the context of global environmental problems, international and national requirements concerning environmental protection on ships, environmental protectio

Module description

To provide basic knowledge of occupational safety in the implementation of technologies for the transportation of cargo by sea. During lectures and practical sessions, skills in using relevant literature and computer programs are improved. During work with a textbook and scientific literature, the ability to find solutions, to identify the main elements on which the safety of loading operations, safe transportation of cargo and their maintenance on board depend is developed.
Upon completion of this subject, the student will be able to independently safely carry out loading operations, control the process of securing cargo, safely transport various cargoes by sea and maintain them.

Module aim

To provide the basis for:
Operating ship’s bilges, ballast, domestic water supply, water removal and microclimate systems.
Operating ship’s deck mechanisms.
Operating seawater desalination mechanisms.
Operating oil-polluted water treatment plants.
Operating steering gears of various designs

Module description

The purpose of the subject – To provide basic knowledge about the constructions, purposes, working principles, operating conditions, sequences of starting and stopping actions of ships’ auxiliary mechanisms, technical maintenance systems and procedures, to form the first work skills in the composition of the ship’s power plant service. During practical laboratory work, to properly use measuring instruments, examining the constructions of pumps and other mechanisms, to promote analytical thinking – when performing laboratory work on a pump test bench, the ability to independently make decisions, to form engineering logical thinking, performing practical tasks with computer training programs.
The description of the study subject has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course for mechanics No. 7.02 ,,Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 ,,Officer in charge of an engineering watch“.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are to provide basic knowledge and practical skills by analyzing and professionally mastering the structure and operation of various internal combustion engines and their pump systems, assessing their shortcomings and advantages, understanding, comparing and evaluating thermal processes occurring in various ship internal combustion engines. During practical and laboratory work with operating engines and electronic simulators, the design of engines and their systems, the sequence of preparation for launch, power plant control, maintenance, parameter control and regulation, fault finding and elimination are mastered. The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general abilities: engineering thinking, analytical thinking, the ability to make independent decisions, and forming lifelong learning skills.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

The aim of the study module is to develop students’ ability to use Maritime English to facilitate communication in accordance with their duties and responsibilities, using maritime terms rather than regulatory radio expressions, and to ensure that students have sufficient knowledge, understanding and proficiency in the use of Maritime English as specified in the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code, and to develop lifelong learning skills by providing the opportunity to further improve their English language skills at sea.

Module description

The description of the study module has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course “Maritime English 3.17”

Module aim

To provide knowledge about the most important laws of electrochemistry, the essence of electrochemical processes and phenomena, the properties of chemical elements and their compounds, the physical and chemical properties of fuels and lubricants. To develop the ability to recognize electrochemical processes in nature and technology, metal corrosion processes, electrochemical processes occurring in galvanic cells and batteries.
The description of the study subject has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s model training course for electromechanics 7.08 “Electro-Technical officer”.
The subject is taught for one semester, a cumulative assessment system is applied. The form of assessment is an exam.

Module description

To provide knowledge about the most important laws of electrochemistry, the essence of electrochemical processes and phenomena, the properties of chemical elements and their compounds, and the physical and chemical properties of fuels and lubricants.

Module aim

The aim of the study module is to develop students’ ability to use Maritime English to facilitate communication in accordance with their duties and responsibilities, using maritime terms rather than regulatory radio expressions, and to ensure that students have sufficient knowledge, understanding and proficiency in the use of Maritime English as specified in the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code, and to develop lifelong learning skills by providing the opportunity to further improve English language skills at sea.

Module description

The description of the study module has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course “Maritime English 3.17”

Module aim

To introduce students to marine engineering projects. Students were given presentations on project preparation evaluation, project management tools and methodologies. During practicals, students learn to formulate the project idea, goal, and objectives. Students independently prepare and present a project justification, in which the project is evaluated from various aspects (technical, economic, environmental, etc.), a project implementation plan is prepared. The subject is taught in one semester. The form of assessment is a test paper, independent work – project description, exam, a cumulative assessment system is applied.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course for Engineers No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

To acquire basic knowledge, engineering thinking and practical skills for technical maintenance of ship’s power equipment, planning and preparation for technical inspection by the classification society and repair of the company. During practical work, professional skills are developed in selecting measuring devices, instruments and tools, performing troubleshooting and technical maintenance of power equipment, mastering typical methods of repairing parts and various tests after the repair.

Module description

The duration of the course is one semester. The form of assessment is an exam, the cumulative assessment system is applied. Topics covered: Technical operation of ships (technical maintenance and repair). Technical maintenance and repair of diesel engines. Technical maintenance and repair of air compressors. Technical maintenance and repair of pumps and heat exchangers. Technical maintenance and repair of steam generators. Technical maintenance of refrigeration equipment. Technical maintenance of fuel and oil systems. Technical maintenance and repair of deck equipment. Diagnostic systems of ship power plants.

Module aim

To provide students with the knowledge to be able to independently draw up and analyze the loading schemes of various ship structures, solve balance problems, and evaluate the effect of these forces on the ship’s mechanisms. To provide basic knowledge that will allow you to understand the basic laws of statics and dynamics, to analyze their effects on the considered constructions. Analyze and evaluate the influence of these factors on the work of mechanisms and devices.

Formula for assessing student achievement

GB = T1 x 0.3 + Hw x 0.15 + Lw x 0.15 + T2 x 0.4
where:
T1- theory test (from topics 1-5)
Hw – homework
Lw – laboratory work
T2 – exam (theory test (from topics 6-10))

Module description

The subject lasts one semester, the form of completion of the subject is an exam, the cumulative evaluation system is valid.
Subject topics:
Rigid body statics: Basic concepts and axioms of statics. Connections. Body balance. Force system proxy. Torque about a point and a plane. Reactions of two-suport beams and their calculation.
Dynamics. Basic concepts and axioms, law of dynamics. Basic problems of dynamics. The law of kinetostatics. Friction. Application of Euler’s formula. Simple harmonic vibrations, resonance, balancing.
Material resistance. Basic concepts and definitions, section method. The main types of deformations: stretching, crushing, shearing and crushing, twisting, bending. Internal forces, stresses, displacements during deformations. Stability and strength of compression bars. Moro’s method for calculating displacements of beams. Shells. Stresses in thick-walled casings. The Lime equation. Course overview. Full-time and part-time students must attend at least 70% of the scheduled time. exercises and 100 percent laboratory work. Theoretical lectures are compulsory for full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
*All intermediate examinations must be marked with a pass mark (in the ten-point system this means 5 points or more). Otherwise, the student is not allowed to take the exam.

Module aim

The aim of the study is to theoretically understand the physical properties of liquids, their dimensions and units of measurement, to know the requirements for working fluids, the principles of operation of hydraulic machines and control equipment.

Student achievement assessment formula

GB = Lw x 0.2 + Hw x 0.2 + Ap x 0.1 + T x 0.5

where:
Lw- laboratory work
Hw – homework
Ap – active participation in practical classes and/or attendance
T – differentiated assessment (test)

*all intermediate or assessment must be assessed with a positive score (in the decimal system this is 5 points and more). Otherwise, the student is not allowed to take the exam/differentiated assessment.

Module description

The course lasts one semester. The form of assessment is differentiated assessment, the cumulative assessment system is applied. Topics covered: Hydrostatics. General knowledge about hydraulic systems, hydraulic fluids, hydraulic machines, hydrostatics, the basic hydraulic equation, Bernoulli’s equation. Hydrodynamics. Classes in the ULM simulator.

Module aim

At the level of engineering research methodology, to know and be able to construct an engineering research project, select and apply appropriate research methods and instruments, create and process data sets using computer programs, analyze, evaluate, interpret and present research results.

Module description

Be able to conduct applied research in marine transport engineering, analyze the results obtained independently and in a team, and prepare a marine engineering project, planning activities within time and budget, and adhering to the requirements of oral and written language culture for cooperation.

Module aim

The goals of the subject are to provide knowledge about the physical phenomenon of ship refrigeration, the principles of operation of refrigeration equipment, constructions, operating conditions, technical service, by performing practical and laboratory work, and to independently carry out maintenance work on ship refrigeration equipment after completing studies. The goals of the subject are focused on the improvement of the student’s personal qualities, which are achieved by developing and deepening the following general abilities: engineering thinking, analytical thinking, the ability to make decisions independently, and to develop lifelong learning skills.

Student achievement assessment formula:
GB = Kd x 0.3 + L x 0.2 + PA x 0.2 + T x 0.3

Where:
GB – final score
L – laboratory
PA – practical work report
T – differentiated credit, test from topics…

Module description

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Module aim

to familiarize yourself with the concept of professional and common language and to develop the correct use of speech in various situations of professional communication and activity; to present the main features of the policy of the Lithuanian language, the degrees of violation of the norms of the language, the requirements for public and private communication. During exercises and independent work, to provide knowledge on how to recognize and correct the most characteristic errors and shortcomings of the professional language, how to correctly use the common and professional Lithuanian language in the preparation of professional writings (referatuses, coursework), to develop their public presentation skills.

Module description

While studying the subject, one learns to use the professional language properly and correctly; prepare business documents, correctly write the texts of administrative letters; delving into public speaking, the preparation of spoken languages, situations of public and non-public communication and the requirements for them; aims to develop values of academic ethics.

Module aim

The aim of the subject is to acquire knowledge and professional competences about survival at sea after abandoning ship, fire prevention and extinguishing, provision of emergency first aid, safe work procedures and measures, measures to prevent pollution of the marine environment, ship security procedures and ship security equipment, effective management of fire-fighting operations on board, immediate effective actions to be taken in cases of accidents or illnesses, ability to launch and operate a lifeboat or raft or rescue boat in emergency situations.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course programs 2.03 “Advanced Training in Fire Fighting” (Model Course 2.03: Advanced Training in Fire Fighting), 1.14 “Medical First Aid” (Model Course 1.14: Medical First Aid)

Module aim

To link theoretical and practical knowledge acquired during practical training with future professional practical activities on vessels, in operation, maintenance and repair of vessels; to apply the acquired experience in preparing a final thesis, solving practical operational problems, assessing real operating conditions at practice sites, to understand and be able to apply occupational safety, environmental protection rules and environmental quality standards in practical activities; to be able to independently solve emerging problems.

Module description

The study subject “Professional Seagoing Practice” is designed to link theoretical knowledge and experience gained during practical sessions with future professional activities on vessels. During the practice, students deepen their abilities to operate, perform technical maintenance and repair on vessels, as well as analyze real operating conditions on vessels, assess process efficiency and apply engineering methods to solve practical problems. During the practice, they perform assigned tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the vessel, examine the features of the construction and production technology of the equipment used. During the practice, students’ personal and social skills are also developed, independence, the ability to work individually and in a team, engineering thinking, creativity and intercultural cooperation skills are encouraged. Students learn to apply occupational safety and environmental protection rules and quality standards, understand and appreciate the principles of sustainable shipping and the challenges of their implementation.
The subject concludes with the submission of a practice report, in which students present their work, tools used, methods and principles for ensuring safe work. Cumulative assessment is applied.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities and are achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: mathematical, logical and engineering thinking, the ability to work in a team and make decisions independently, computer and mathematical literacy, the ability to accumulate and analyze information, and the formation of lifelong learning skills. They aim to provide basic knowledge and practical skills for the operation of ship gas and steam turbines.

Module description

The subject is taught for one semester, the form of knowledge assessment is an exam, a cumulative assessment system is applied. The description of the study subject has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course for mechanics 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are to provide basic theoretical knowledge about the operation of internal combustion engines (hereinafter referred to as IBEs), work cycles, the course of thermal processes in the IBE cylinder, the kinematics and dynamics of IBEs, the peculiarities of IBE operation in the ship’s power plant complex, and to develop engineering thinking for the application of the acquired knowledge. During theoretical lectures, topics are discussed and discussed about thermodynamic processes of a heat engine, analytical and graphical methods for calculating calculated and real engine work cycles; solving engine kinematic equations, analyzing forces and moments acting on the engine, and calculating emissions and ecological parameters. During practical classes, skills are acquired on how to apply theoretical knowledge in practical calculations. Final assessment is an exam. A cumulative assessment system is applied.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

To provide fundamental and up-to-date knowledge in the field of marine engineering, enabling students to understand the general laws and regularities of natural sciences and mathematics, to understand the operation of ship machinery and the problems associated with it, and to be familiar with analytical and modelling methods to solve problems arising in the operation of various machinery. To provide theoretical knowledge enabling the reading of technical documentation and drawings and the independent drawing and plotting of drawings of components or their loading diagrams.

Formula for assessing student achievement

GB =T1 x 0.2 + Nd x 0.3 + AD x 0.1 + T2 x 0.4

where:
T1 – theory test
Nd – homework
Ad – active participation in practical classes and/or attendance
T2 – teory test during the exam

*All intermediate examinations must be marked with a pass mark (in the ten-point system this means 5 points or more). Otherwise, the student is not allowed to take the exam.

Module description

MACHINE PARTS. General knowledge about gears. Basic parameters and kinematics of gear meshing. Calculation of gears. Shafts and axles. Gear reducers. Overview of linkage types.

Module aim

The aim of the study module is to develop students’ ability to use Maritime English to facilitate communication in accordance with their duties and responsibilities, using maritime terms rather than regulatory radio expressions, and to ensure that students have sufficient knowledge, understanding and proficiency in the use of Maritime English as specified in the Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code, and to develop lifelong learning skills by providing the opportunity to further improve English language skills at sea.

Module description

Studijų modulio aprašas parengtas vadovaujantis Tarptautinės jūrų organizacijos pavyzdiniu mokymo kursu “Jūrinė anglų kalba” (angl. Model Course “Maritime English 3.17”)

Module aim

To become familiar with the distribution of duties and documentation of ship power plant service personnel, watchkeeping on board and duties of the engineer-watchman; filling fuel and oil into ship tanks, preparation and consumption; replaceable and spare parts of engines and auxiliary mechanisms; preparation of internal combustion engines and systems for starting, setting and stopping the load mode; purposes, methods and control devices for regulating internal combustion engines; operating mode and characteristics of internal combustion engines; characteristic failures of internal combustion engines, accidents and their causes; purposes and methods of testing ship diesel power plants. Study methods: the theoretical part of the subject is presented during lecture sessions, using posters, slides, handouts and visual aids. Practical classes are carried out in the ship power equipment laboratory with operating engines and in an electronic simulator of ship power equipment.

Module description

The purpose of the course is to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for managing, operating and maintaining ship’s power equipment.

Module aim

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Module description

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Module aim

To provide students with knowledge about mineral fuels used in the fleet, their elemental, fractional and chemical composition, to learn to analyze the impact of fuel properties on the engine operation process. To evaluate the principles and standards for classifying fuels and lubricants. To analyze the relationship between the performance properties of fuels and oils and engine operation processes. To relate friction, wear and lubrication processes to the properties of oil. To learn to choose suitable fuels and oils for engines, to know their processing and storage methods, and environmental protection requirements associated with the use of fuels and lubricants.

Module description

The subject is taught for one semester, knowledge assessment – exam during the session, cumulative assessment system is applied. *all intermediate or intermediate tests must be evaluated with a positive score (in the decimal system this is 5 points and more). Otherwise, the student is not allowed to take the exam/differentiated credit.

Module aim

The purpose of the subject is to provide basic theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills necessary for operating ship power plants and auxiliary ship mechanisms. The student learns to independently prepare ship engines and their systems for start-up, start them and maintain them during standby, is introduced to viable ship systems and their purpose, learns to operate engine room and deck auxiliary mechanisms and their servicing systems, is introduced to the features of operation of ship electrical equipment and automatic systems. The student performs the internship as a ship’s motorman, participates in preventive repairs of engines and auxiliary mechanisms, analyzes the malfunctions of ship engines and other mechanisms that occur. The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: entrepreneurship, logical thinking, engineering thinking, the ability to work in a team.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

The purpose of the subject is to provide basic theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills necessary for operating ship power plants and auxiliary ship mechanisms. The student learns to independently prepare ship engines and their systems for start-up, start them and maintain them during standby, is introduced to viable ship systems and their purpose, learns to operate engine room and deck auxiliary mechanisms and their servicing systems, is introduced to the features of operation of ship electrical equipment and automatic systems. The student performs the internship as a ship’s motorman, participates in preventive repairs of engines and auxiliary mechanisms, analyzes the malfunctions of ship engines and other mechanisms that occur. The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: entrepreneurship, logical thinking, engineering thinking, the ability to work in a team.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

To prepare a final thesis in the field of marine engineering, to be able to apply knowledge of technological, special technical and physical sciences, to be able to evaluate from an engineering point of view, to provide insights into the improvement of ship electrical and electronic equipment, to rely on the results of analysis when making equipment repair decisions, to be guided by national and international general and maritime legal acts, International Maritime Organization conventions, quality standards, and the requirements of safe shipping. To be able to collect and analyze information from different sources, to systematize and reveal interdisciplinary relationships.

Module description

The system for preparing, assessing and defending the final thesis is described in detail in the methodological instructions for the professional bachelor’s final thesis of the study program “Operation of Marine Energy Equipment”.

Module aim

To acquire practical skills in the operation of main engines of seagoing vessels and the ability to perform the duties, tasks and responsibilities of a chief engineer of an engine room watch shift, specified in the STCW Convention (STCW Code Section: A-III/1, A-III/2, etc.) by applying electronic simulators of the ship’s power plant, analyzing the principles of organizing human resources activities in service on seagoing vessels, understanding the importance of leadership and self-leadership in crew management, updating management and psychology knowledge necessary for effective management of human resources, and applying the principles of team cooperation in short-term and long-term strategic management processes.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course 1.39 “Leadership and Teamwork”, Model Course 1.21. “Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities” and Model Course 2.07 “Engine-Room Simulator”.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: engineering thinking, analytical thinking, the ability to make independent decisions, and forming lifelong learning skills.

Module description

The objectives of the study program: to prepare a specialist in electronics and electrical engineering with the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to professionally design, install, maintain, repair and operate automatic, electronic and electrical control systems. To form the first independent design work skills of these systems.

Module aim

Theoretically understand the electromagnetic and electromechanical laws prevailing in electrical machines. Know and understand the structural parts of different types of electrical machines, operating principles, application areas and operating modes, technical characteristics, evaluate operational properties and conditions, and areas of their use. Analyze and read electrical diagrams, understand the symbolic designations of electrical machines in electrical circuits. Develop the ability to independently adopt literate technical solutions, eliminate electromechanical and electrical machine malfunctions, and, taking into account changing conditions, improve the operational characteristics of electrical machines according to need and existing opportunities.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s model training course for engineers No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

Theoretically understand the main processes occurring in electrical systems. Know and understand the electrical equipment of ships and its operation, safety requirements and legal, regulatory regulations. Calculate the levels of electrical system failures, select cables in accordance with electrical equipment and other rules. Analyze and read electrical diagrams, understand the main causes of electrical system failures, apply the selected elimination methodology, understanding the safety requirements and potential threats when working with electrical equipment. Strategically assess electrical systems, systematically perform work procedures and, after assessing all circumstances, be able to find and eliminate failures, restore electrical equipment to working position.

Module description

The course description is based on the International Maritime Organization’s training course for mechanics 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch” and the 2.07 model training course “Engine-Room Simulator”. A cumulative assessment system is applied.

Module aim

To acquire basic knowledge in the field of maritime law, which will allow to properly follow the legal acts on the basis of which International Conventions and International Agreements are implemented. To practically apply the knowledge of the basics of maritime law when planning a ship’s voyage, in accordance with Annexes I-VI of the MARPOL-73/78 Convention, as well as the requirements of other (SOLAS-74, SAR-79) conventions and EU legal acts. To develop logical, analytical thinking, to form lifelong learning skills, the ability to work in a multicultural environment, to make independent decisions, to analyze relationships arising from the use of the world ocean, from the status and regime of individual sea spaces.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course for Engineers 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

To prepare a specialist with the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to professionally design, install, maintain, repair and operate automatic control systems. To form the first independent design work skills of these systems. During the practical training, the aim is to improve, develop and deepen engineering and analytical thinking, to be able to make independent decisions and to form lifelong learning skills.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s model training course for electromechanics 7.08 “Electro-technical officer”.

Module aim

To confirm the acquired qualification of a marine transport engineer in the following areas: operating marine ship machinery; performing technical maintenance and repairs; performing operational management of the ship and supervision of people on board.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

The aim of the subject is to acquire knowledge and professional competences about survival at sea after abandoning ship, fire prevention and extinguishing, provision of emergency first aid, safe work procedures and measures, measures to prevent pollution of the marine environment, ship security procedures and ship security equipment, effective management of fire-fighting operations on board, immediate effective actions to be taken in cases of accidents or illnesses, the ability to launch and operate a lifeboat or raft or rescue boat in emergency situations.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course 1.23 Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue boats).

Module aim

To prepare a final thesis in the field of marine engineering, to be able to apply knowledge of technological, special technical and physical sciences, to be able to evaluate from an engineering point of view, to provide insights into the improvement of ship electrical and electronic equipment, to rely on the results of analysis when making equipment repair decisions, to be guided by national and international general and maritime legal acts, International Maritime Organization conventions, quality standards, and the requirements of safe shipping. To be able to collect and analyze information from different sources, to systematize and reveal interdisciplinary relationships.

Module description

The system for preparing, assessing and defending the final thesis is described in detail in the methodological instructions for the professional bachelor’s final thesis of the study program “Operation of Marine Energy Equipment”.

Module aim

To acquire practical skills in the operation of main engines of seagoing vessels and the ability to perform the duties, tasks and responsibilities of a chief engineer of an engine room watch shift, specified in the STCW Convention (STCW Code Section: A-III/1, A-III/2, etc.) by applying electronic simulators of the ship’s power plant, analyzing the principles of organizing human resources activities in service on seagoing vessels, understanding the importance of leadership and self-leadership in crew management, updating management and psychology knowledge necessary for effective management of human resources, and applying the principles of team cooperation in short-term and long-term strategic management processes.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s Model Course 1.39 “Leadership and Teamwork”, Model Course 1.21. “Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities” and Model Course 2.07 “Engine-Room Simulator”.

Module aim

The objectives of the subject are focused on improving the student’s personal qualities, achieved by developing and deepening the following general skills: engineering thinking, analytical thinking, the ability to make independent decisions, and forming lifelong learning skills.

Module description

The objectives of the study program: to prepare a specialist in electronics and electrical engineering with the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to professionally design, install, maintain, repair and operate automatic, electronic and electrical control systems. To form the first independent design work skills of these systems.

Module aim

Theoretically understand the electromagnetic and electromechanical laws prevailing in electrical machines. Know and understand the structural parts of different types of electrical machines, operating principles, application areas and operating modes, technical characteristics, evaluate operational properties and conditions, and areas of their use. Analyze and read electrical diagrams, understand the symbolic designations of electrical machines in electrical circuits. Develop the ability to independently adopt literate technical solutions, eliminate electromechanical and electrical machine malfunctions, and, taking into account changing conditions, improve the operational characteristics of electrical machines according to need and existing opportunities.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s model training course for engineers No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

Theoretically understand the main processes occurring in electrical systems. Know and understand the electrical equipment of ships and its operation, safety requirements and legal, regulatory regulations. Calculate the levels of electrical system failures, select cables in accordance with electrical equipment and other rules. Analyze and read electrical diagrams, understand the main causes of electrical system failures, apply the selected elimination methodology, understanding the safety requirements and potential threats when working with electrical equipment. Strategically assess electrical systems, systematically perform work procedures and, after assessing all circumstances, be able to find and eliminate failures, restore electrical equipment to working position.

Module description

The course description is based on the International Maritime Organization’s training course for mechanics 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch” and the 2.07 model training course “Engine-Room Simulator”. A cumulative assessment system is applied.

Module aim

To acquire basic knowledge in the field of maritime law, which will allow to properly follow the legal acts on the basis of which International Conventions and International Agreements are implemented. To practically apply the knowledge of the basics of maritime law when planning a ship’s voyage, in accordance with Annexes I-VI of the MARPOL-73/78 Convention, as well as the requirements of other (SOLAS-74, SAR-79) conventions and EU legal acts. To develop logical, analytical thinking, to form lifelong learning skills, the ability to work in a multicultural environment, to make independent decisions, to analyze relationships arising from the use of the world ocean, from the status and regime of individual sea spaces.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course for Engineers 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer, 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch”.

Module aim

To prepare a specialist with the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to professionally design, install, maintain, repair and operate automatic control systems. To form the first independent design work skills of these systems. During the practical training, the aim is to improve, develop and deepen engineering and analytical thinking, to be able to make independent decisions and to form lifelong learning skills.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s model training course for electromechanics 7.08 “Electro-technical officer”.

Module aim

To confirm the acquired qualification of a marine transport engineer in the following areas: operating marine ship machinery; performing technical maintenance and repairs; performing operational management of the ship and supervision of people on board.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course No. 7.02 “Chief engineer officer and second engineer officer,” 7.04 “Officer in charge of an engineering watch.”

Module aim

The aim of the subject is to acquire knowledge and professional competences about survival at sea after abandoning ship, fire prevention and extinguishing, provision of emergency first aid, safe work procedures and measures, measures to prevent pollution of the marine environment, ship security procedures and ship security equipment, effective management of fire-fighting operations on board, immediate effective actions to be taken in cases of accidents or illnesses, the ability to launch and operate a lifeboat or raft or rescue boat in emergency situations.

Module description

The course description has been prepared in accordance with the International Maritime Organization Model Course 1.23 Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue boats).