Q1. A. One of the objectives of UNCLOS is protection of marine environment and prevention of pollution. Define pollution as per UNCLOS and discuss the key features of obligations of coastal states in this regard.
B. State the 3 main tiers of the oil pollution damage compensation conventions of the IMO. In each case elaborate one who is responsible for payment of compensation. Also, state the source of funds as well as certification required by ship under each tier.
Q3. Legal systems in countries around the world generally fall into one of two main categories: common law systems and civil law systems. What is the main difference between the two systems and what are the roles of the lawyer and Judge in each system?
B. How the provisions of International Conventions are given effect in countries following the above system of laws. State and describe with examples.
Q3. What are the essential features of the ISPS code? What are the duties and responsibilities of a chief engineer with respect to the code and particularly what action you will take to familiarise newly inducted crew of different nationality employed on board ship.
Q4. (a) The STCW 95 convention was amended in manila on 25th June 2010. What major changes and amendments were made for the engine department?
(b). Illustrate the salient factors for "Onboard Training" and standard of competence as laid but in the existing chapter III of the STCW 95 and the amended chapter III of STCW (Manila amendments). Underline the specific roles a chief engineer needs to perform towards satisfactory training of engine room personnel under the existing and new regulation. What will be the criteria for evaluating competence for onboard training by a chief engineer?
Q5. With reference to PSC inspections, explain various codes used to represent 'action to be taken' by the vessel against the deficiencies reported. Your IOPP equipment is not operational for want of spares awaited in the next port of call. How will you present your case to a PSCO for voyage permission till next port?
Q2. Name the present ISO standards for Marine Fuel and explain the salient features of it. With reference to fuel oil analysis report, explain the relevant corrective action which can be initiated against various adverse observations in it.
(b) explain the salient features and importance of Bunker Delivery Note.
Q8. Explain the latest developments in Marine “Tribology”. Discuss the inferences you may draw from a main engine lub oil analysis report with the proposed corrective action in each case.
Q8. Describe the procedure for calculating optimum bunker requirements for a cude oil tanker. Discuss the precautions required for the correct ordering, storing and purification of low grade fuel oil.
Q9. (A) Describe the salient features of latest IOPP equipment compared with the earlier versions. Discuss the latest guidelines for the mandatory entries to be made in Oil Record Book.
(B) Your ship is fitted with an approved comminuted and disinfected sewage system. State the criteria to be followed for discharge of sewage from such a system and what are the parameters to be considered for deciding the moderate rate of discharge for a particular ship.
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