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Q9. (a) Describe the background and relevance of the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001.

(b)Define the following under Bunker Convention and explain how they differ from other similar Convention such as CLC’92.

(i) Pollution damage

(ii) Bunker oil

(iii) Time limits for claims

(iv) Exclusions.

Q2. Discuss in detail the principle of total quality management.

B. Explain how management techniques studied by you can be used in the shipping / Maritime industry?

Q3. A. Discuss IEC and NEMA standards for marine electrical equipment; B. What required for marine electrical cables; C. How will you conform that electrical cables are suitable for intended use on board.

Q3. Discuss the capital, voyage and operating costs of ship operation and explain Chief Engineer’s role in optimizing them. What are the modern management principles used in Inventory control?

Q5. Prepare a waste management plan for a port of your choice to comply with the requirements of the MARPOL convention.

Q6. Describe the action of rudder in turning a ship. Discuss the three phases of turn.

hydrodynamic moment becomes zero, therefore thwarting the turning action.

Q2.  Periodical Lubricating Oil Analysis, its correct interpretation and corrective measures are of critical significance for the maintenance of marine machineries. With reference to the modern analysis techniques employed for the condition of L.O, discuss the following:

A). Elemental (Spectrometric) Analysis

B). Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy

C). Particle Count

D). Base Number Vs Acid Number

Q8. How do the provisions of 2010 amendments to STCW convention intend to improve the technical and interpersonal competence of seafarers?

Q8. Your vessel has shown a significant increase in fuel oil consumption. Frame a report, in the format of an e-mail message, addressed to the Engineer Superintendent. Discuss the related inspections made, findings established and suggestions for repair, if any.