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With reference to main thrust block arrangements: (a) Explain how the tilting pads assist in the formation of an oil wedge; (2) (b) Describe the actions that may be taken if upon inspection the pads are found to be: (i) Lightly scored; (2) (ii) Wiped; (2) (c) Explain how the thrust clearance may be measured,…

EK General Dec 2020 (Q3)

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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of electrical remote monitoring and control systems compared to pneumatic systems. (10) Control system Dec 2020 (Q3)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q2)

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(a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, a temperature measuring instrument that uses the principle of operation of a change in resistance with the application of heat. (6) (b) Describe how the instrument sketched in part (a) is tested and calibrated. (4) Control system Dec 2020 (Q2)

EK General Dec 2020 (Q1)

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With reference to steels used in shipbuilding and marine engineering: (a) describe EACH of the following types of failure; (i) brittle failure; (2) (ii) ductile failure. (2) (b) Explain the term ductile to brittle transition stating the factor that determines ductile to brittle transition. (2) (c) Describe a test to determine the value of brittle…

EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q8)

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With reference to two stroke, slow speed engine pistons: (a) Explain what is meant by the term thermal stress and how this can cause cracking of crown surface (4) (b) Sketch a cross-section of a piston, labeling the main components and indicating coolant flow (8) (c) State a cause of EACH of the following defects…

EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q7)

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As Chief Engineer, write instructions for the checking of the engine slow turning system and subsequent routine monitoring of the engine slow turning system. The instruction must take account of problem areas which may be linked to the need for slow turning of an engine whilst selected for standby and prior to an actual start.…

EK General Oct 2020 (Q7)

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During bunkering operations, a section of deck bunker line starts leaking fuel oil from a pinhole at the mid section of the pipe. (a) As Chief Engineer Officer, state the immediate actions to be taken to avoid a potential pollution incident; (4) (b) Explain how a permanent repair could be made, stating any precautions to…

EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q6)

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With reference to abnormal and excessive cylinder liner wear: (a) Explain how it may be caused, stating how it is detected; (6) (b) Explain the effects and consequences of excessive cylinder liner wear; (5) (c) Explain how abnormal cylinder liner wear may be prevented. (5) Cylinder liner Jul 2020 (Q6)

EK General Oct 2020 (Q6)

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With reference to a ship’s air conditioning plant: (a) define the term comfort zone; (2) (b) state the objectives of maintaining the conditioned air within the comfort zone, (3) (c) state, with reasons, FIVE areas from which the conditioned air must not be recirculated. (5) Reefer & A/C Oct 2020 (Q6)

EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q5)

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