Ship's piping systemsLaajuus (1.5 cr)

Objective

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency of:
- ship's piping construction and fabrication, materials and components, pipework insulation and support.
- observation and prevention of corrosion.
- general arrangement of shipboard piping systems.
- different types of pumps and their principles.
- safe work procedures of pumping and heating.
- service of pipelines and equipment.
- standard drawings and symbols of pipe work.

Content

Manufacturing of pipes and pipelines, materials and associated components.
Pipe line drawings and flow diagrams.
Common on board pump types.
Bilge-, fire- and ballast pump systems.
Fresh water, sea water and waste water systems.
Heating, steam boiler and ventilation systems, lubrication and fuel systems.

Evaluation

Students can
- use professional vocabulary systematically.
- look for information in the key information sources of the field.
- identify interrelated tasks.
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.