Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Engineering
Learning Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Module Offerings
7000MTS-SEP-CTY
7000MTS-SEP_NS-CTY
Aims
The aim of this module is to provide knowledge about how vessel and offshore equipment and systems are managed. In particular the regulations, procedures and strategies that are in place to ensure the marine asset (vessel or offshore installation) is Fit for Service.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain and justify the essential role and responsibilities of the marine technical superintendent as a manager in the safe and effective operation of a vessel or offshore facility.
2.
Show a critical awareness of the systems and equipment which must comply with international conventions, and the process of obtaining and maintaining certificates/certification.
3.
Critically evaluate the full range of specialist knowledge and skills which are required to support the technical operation and maintenance of a vessel or offshore facility.
4.
Consider the typical personnel needed and the qualifications and certification that they require in order to work in this field.
5.
Analyse and critically evaluate the core management and leadership skills, which are needed for managing self and others within the context of the marine technical management environment.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Knowledge of safety management systems as well as internal and external auditing procedures as well as understanding the certification of compliance for vessels, and the management procedures that ensure marine structures remain in class. This includes but is not limited to study of compliance with relevant standards and adherence to regular surveys, in service, to ensure continuing compliance with the standards.
Awareness of Marine risk and safety (accident analysis including human life loss, property loss, and environmental impact) and the notions of frequency, consequences, acceptability, ALARP, etc. Risk assessment including risk acceptance criteria, hazard identification, frequency estimation, consequences analysis, and risk reduction methodologies.
Marine regulatory framework, comprising of rules and regulations covering design and operational issues of ships and offshore facilities.
A knowledge of systems and technologies covering fundamentals of ship/offshore facility design, propulsion (ships), machinery, and operation & maintenance, including, but not limited to emission abatement equipment, ballast water treatment systems, and state-of-the-art energy efficient technologies.
Module Overview:
Additional Information:This module contributes to the development of specialist management skills required to operate in a management role such as that of a Marine Technical Superintendent.