Cargo handling (3 cr)
Code: MK00DR02-3001
General information
Enrollment
08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021
Timing
10.01.2022 - 01.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Department of Logistics and Marine Technology
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
12 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Marine Technology
Teachers
- Alexander Shaub
Teacher in charge
Alexander Shaub
Groups
-
MKKT20SPMarine Technology, full-time studies
Objective
Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- cargo handling, stowage and securing
- loading and discharging planning and execution
- cargo mass and volume calculation
- inspecting and reporting defects and damage to cargo- and ballast spaces and hatch covers
Content
- basics of cargo handling
- cargo transportation and regulations
- effects of cargo on the stability and seaworthiness of the ship incl. horizontal strain-forces
- square weights focusing on the bearing surfaces of the cargo, spot strains and strains on the cargo securing during the voyage
- cargo planning, handling, stowage and calculations: principals and effects on safety of life and ship
- securing cargoes
- effective communications during loading and unloading
- looking for damage and defects due to: loading/ unloaging operations, corrosion and severe weather conditions
- ship inspection practices: identifying critical structures, scheduled surveys and “enhanced survey programme”
- corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks: causes, identification and prevention
Materials
Study materials are in the Learn.
Teaching methods
Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Different types of cargo familiarization, their transportation and mounting of the requirements of the sea. Training tasks in class.
Independent track:
n/a
Blended track:
Discussion with the teacher and, where appropriate, PSP-planning with your own mentor teacher.
Employer connections
There are no ECTS points for RDI or working life co-operation in the course.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The active participation in the study's in class, the tasks execution. Exam.