Study Guide

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- ship stability control
- stability of a damaged ship
- effect of free surfaces of liquids and compartments of a ship
- knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of a ship in the event of damage to and consequent flooding of a compartment and countermeasures to be taken
- IMO regulations, conventions and recommendations concerning ship stability

Content

- ship damage stability theories
- effect of free surfaces of liquids
- calculations of stability and trim of a damaged ship
- methods of increased weight and lost buoyancy
- calculations when grounded and docked
- regulations and conventions regarding a damaged ship

Opiskelumateriaali

Study materials are in the Learn.

Yksilölliset oppimisväylät

Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Teaching in class: Damaged ship stability and buoyancy basics, international requirements, operations to prevent damaged ship from capsizing and sinking. The calculations in class and practical training in the computer class (the NAPA program of getting acquainted).

Independent track:
You attend your study in the multi-mode education. Degree of Deck Officer, operational level (STCW A-II/1) OR Degree of Engineer Officer, operational level (STCW A-III/1) OR Certificate of Competency: Deck Officer / Engineer Officer IS REQUIRED.

Blended track:
Discussion with the teacher and, where appropriate, PSP-planning with your own mentor teacher.

TKI ja työelämäyhteistyö

There are no ECTS points for RDI or working life co-operation in the course.

Further information

Completion of the course requires 100% attendance, training tacks execution and computer NAPA training 100% participation.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Active participation in the teaching process, tasks and exercises execution. Intermediate exams .

Qualifications

Ship stability 1