Q1. Explain the criteria for determining fitness for duty for watchkeeping personnel as outlined in STCW Chapter 8. How do these criteria ensure safe and effective watchkeeping on board ships. (16)
Q2. a) Describe the key elements and requirements of the Goal-Based Ship Construction Standards (GBS) as outlined by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). (8)
b) Explain how GBS ensures ship safety and environmental protection and discuss the role of verification and validation in ensuring compliance. (8)
Q3. Discuss the key elements of the revised IMO strategy on the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships and explain the midterm and long-term measures proposed to achieve the targets and evaluate their potential impact on the shipping industry. (16)
Q4. Explain the role and functions of the International Oil Pollution Compensation (IOPC) Funds in providing compensation for oil pollution damage. Discuss the funding mechanism, eligibility criteria for compensation, and the effectiveness of the IOPC in managing the financial consequences of oil spills. (16)
Q5. a) Discuss the social security provisions for seafarers as outlined in the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 and explain the key social security benefits provided under the MLC. (8)
b) Briefly discuss the Government of India's initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and social security of Indian seafarers. How do these initiatives align with the MLC's requirements. (8)
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.
Q7. a) What are the key functions and component of GISIS? (Global Integrated Shipping Information System of the IMO) and how it facilitates data sharing among member states. (8)
b) Briefly Discuss the usefulness of this module for reporting and analysing information on compliant fuel oil and reporting of inadequacy of port reception facilities in port. (8)
Q2. a) Briefly discuss Anti fouling convention and state all Documents and records to be maintained on a ship to demonstrate Anti fouling convention compliance.
c) Discuss various alternatives to tin-based antifouling paints, with specific reference to the following types: - (i) Controlled Depletion Polymer (CDP) paint; (ii) Self-Polishing Copolymer (SPC) paint; (Ill) Hybrid TBT free paint ; (iv) Fouling Release paint.
Q7. Improvements in Rudder efficiency can considerably contribute to improving propulsion effectiveness. Discuss common rudder-efficiency improvements devices/ techniques currently in use, referring to the following:
(a) Rudder Thrust Fins
(b) Asymmetric Rudders
(c) Rudder Bulbs
(d) Grim Vane Wheels
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