Laboratory course in diesel engines 2 (1 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- general maintenance of marine diesel engines, safe working procedures for maintenance
- component tolerance measurements and condition evaluation

Content

Hands on overhaul, measurement and testing training at diesel engine laboratory: Piston and cylinder liner, main bearings, cylinder cover, valves, valve seats and guides, connecting rod, injection pump, injector testing, connecting rod lower end bearing measurements, crank shaft measurements, injection timing measurements, bearing measurements and visual inspection for scuffing, fretting and pitting. Cavitation and erosion in engine parts, NDT-testing of components.

Evaluation

Students can:
- use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations
- identify interrelated tasks
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field
- work as team members in a goal-oriented way

In addition, competence evaluation according to STCW code table A-III/2 column 4 are used:
- explanation and understanding of design features and operating mechanisms are appropriate
- working practices are in accordance with legislative requirements, codes of practice, permits to work and environmental concerns
- actions and decisions are in accordance with recommended operating specifications and limitations
- maintenance activities are correctly planned and carried out in accordance with technical, legislative, safety and procedural specifications
- appropriate plans, specifications, materials and equipment are available for maintenance and repair
- action taken leads to the restoration of plant by the most suitable method
- selection of tools and spare gear is appropriate
- dismantling, inspecting, repairing and reassembling equipment is in accordance with manuals and good practice
- re-commissioning and performance testing is in accordance with manuals and good practice

Course material

Material shared at lectures

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule.
Lectures, tasks, and laboratory work.

Independent track:
n/a

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

RDI and work-related cooperation

This course does not include RDI and work-related cooperation.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment methods and criteria

Osallistuminen vaadittuihin laboraatioihin ja niihin liittyviin harjoituksiin.

Qualifications

Diesel engines 2

Further information

Participation in all lessons and training sessions is obligatory.