Steam engineering (3 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- steam technology basics and concepts
- marine steam boiler plants and operating principles
- the responsibilities and tasks in operation, supervising and control of steam boilers
- safe operation, supervision and maintenance of boiler units, plants and system component

Content

- the basics of steam technology; steam diagrams, enthalpy and steam process calculations
- marine steam boiler types and constructions, working principles and boiler control automation
- boiler safety and safety devices, burners and supervision of steam boilers
- officers duties in engineer watch of boiler plant and steam systems
- maintenance, inspection and surveys of boiler plant and steam system components
- safe work procedures with steam system operations and maintenance

Course material

Study material provided by the teacher on Learn.

Study forms and methods

In the work week-based pathway, students participate in teaching and supervision according to the reading schedule.

RDI and work-related cooperation

Course can possibly include RDI and work-related cooperation.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam and/or possible exercises that will affect are agreed in the introduction lecture.

Qualifications

- Ship machinery 2