Elements and Performance Criteria

General context
Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant maritime regulations.

Work is performed within broad operational requirements, with responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards and limited responsibility for others in achieving the specified quality and quantity of outcomes. It involves the organisation of maintenance operations on a vessel and the application of solutions to a defined range of maintenance problems falling within limits of responsibility of an Engineer (Class 3).

Worksite environment
Vessel may include any commercial vessel up to 3,000 kW propulsion power operating within inshore limits.

Operation and maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems may be conducted:
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
under any permissible conditions of weather
while underway
during berthing and unberthing operations
while anchored or moored
in dry dock.

Engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems may include:
low speed, medium and high speed diesel propulsion
stern tube bearing
CPP
direct drive shaft
reduction gears
thrust blocks, detuners and shaft bearings
starting and reversing arrangements.

Maintenance may include:
preventative and remedial maintenance and basic repairs of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems and related equipment and components
lubrication of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems
routine servicing in accordance with established procedures
routine visual and performance checks
identification of poor performance or faults in the operation of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems
identification of faulty equipment or fittings and arranging for repair or replacement
assisting contractors in repair operations.

Maintenance tools and equipment may include:
hand tools including screwdrivers, spanners, wrenches
greasing and lubrication tools
lifting gear and equipment
protective clothing and equipment such as:
eye and ear protection
safety boots and helmet
dust and fume masks.

Maintenance and repair hazards may include:
moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures
unsecured machinery, components or repair equipment
slippery deck
power tools
moving and rotating machinery
flammable liquids, vapours and fuel
faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear
using equipment beyond safe working limits
poor housekeeping procedures
non-compliance with safe working procedures.

Sources of information/documents
Documentation/records may include:
ISM Code Safety Management System operational and maintenance procedures
vessel's planned maintenance system, repair procedures and instructions
manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
maintenance records
vessel's safety and emergency contingency plans and procedures
relevant material safety data sheets
relevant sections of the Australian USL Code.

Applicable International, Australian and State/Territory regulations and legislation
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant sections of the Australian USL Code related to the operation and maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power
ISM Code
MARPOL Convention
relevant international, Australian and State/Territory OH&S and pollution control legislation
relevant Australian engineering standards.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
Operate engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on a vessel of up to 3,000 kW propulsion power within limits of responsibility of an Engineer (Class 3)
Carry out preventative and remedial maintenance on engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power within limits of responsibility of an Engineer (Class 3)
Identify typical problems related to the operation and maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on a vessel and take appropriate fault-finding and corrective action falling within limits of responsibility of an Engineer (Class 3)
Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during operation and routine maintenance of maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems
Communicate effectively with others when operating and carrying out maintenance on engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on a vessel.

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit of competency must be assessed in conjunction with other mandatory units that form part of a job role of a Engineer (Class 3).

Required knowledge and skills
Knowledge of relevant maritime regulations
Relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation and codes of practice
Types of engines and propulsion systems used on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power, including their principle features and operating characteristics
Procedures for the operation and routine maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power including:
fitting
machining
gas cutting and welding
arc welding
workshop practice
Mathematical techniques to solve basic engineering and maintenance problems
Basic properties of liquids and gases commonly used aboard vessels
Precautions that must be taken to minimise danger of fire or explosion
Elementary principles, care and management of auxiliary power sources (steam and motor), including boilers and their fittings
Describe the alignment of machinery and machinery parts
Explain elementary principles and care and management of the various types of auxiliary pumps and pumping and piping systems and other shipboard auxiliaries
Use gauges and meters to monitor and measure
The basic principles of engine cooling, fuel and lubricating systems, including fuel consumption
The basic principles of air compressors, their care and maintenance
The basic principles of operation and safety of boilers, steam and feed systems, steam engines and turbines
The colour coding system used for electric conductors
Basic principles of preventative and remedial maintenance
Basic principles of the operation and maintenance of two and four stroke compression ignition engines, including causes of scavenge fires and crankcase explosions
The causes, effects of, and methods of detection of boiler water contamination
The basic principles and procedures for the care and management of boiler, fuel, air and feed
Hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation and routine maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems
Typical problems related to the operation and maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels and appropriate diagnostic action and related solutions
Maritime communication techniques needed during the operation and maintenance of engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels
Maintenance records that must be maintained on a vessel to meet the requirements of the company and regulatory authorities.

Resource implications
Access is required to opportunities to either:
participate in a range of exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to operate and maintain engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power and/or
operate and maintain engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on an operational commercial or training vessel up to 3,000 kW propulsion power operating within inshore limits.

Consistency in performance
Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:
operating engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power operating within inshore limits
carrying out preventative and remedial maintenance on engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on vessels up to 3,000 kW propulsion power operating within inshore limits
identifying and evaluating typical operational and maintenance problems and determining appropriate courses of action
applying safety and pollution control precautions when operating engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on a vessel.

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including:
relevant maritime regulations
OHS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures
job procedures and work instructions
relevant vessel manufacturer's guidelines relating to operating and carrying out routine maintenance on engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems on a vessel
environmental protection procedures when carrying out maintenance operations.

Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify issues and problems identified with operating and maintaining engines, machinery and auxiliary power systems in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail.

Context for assessment
Assessment of competence must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations.

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:
at the registered training organisation, and/or
on an appropriate working or training vessel.