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Q1. Expanding the following abbreviation / word, write short notes on following enumerating their initiation and the amendments made thereof till date - A. STCW; B. IMDG; C. INMARSAT; D. TONNAGE; E. LOADLINE

Q2. You have joined as Chief Engineer on a 30 year old Cargo vessel which has been recently procured by the owners.  State the documents you will need for immediate sailing under ISM Code and how this can be achieved within a short targeted span?

Q3. Underlining Marine Insurance Cover, explain (i) Hull & Machinery cover, (ii) P&I Insurance, (iii) Cargo Insurance, (iv) Pollution Liability Insurance.

Q4. Under maritime law in case of a collision, explain (i) apportionment of damages (ii) proportionate fault (iii) collision liabilities (iv) presumptions of fault (v) jurisdiction in collision cases.

Q5.  Highlight the role of Classification Societies in providing set of standards for sound merchant ship construction.  Also state the importance of International Association of Classification Societies and how they contribute in improving standards of hull and machinery?

Q6. A. Define the'-meaning of the term "conditions of assignment" as applied to ships; B. State how conditions of assignment contribute towards the watertight integrity of ships; C. Give reasons why conditions of assignment need periodic inspection, giving specific instances where they can be found to be less than fully effective.

Q7: Briefly summarize the four ‘selfs’ in the Johari Window?  What Implications does each have for interpersonal conflict onboard?

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.

Q9. Discuss the influence the following properties / contents have on fuel characteristics and its economic use: (i) viscosity (ii) density (iii) ignition quality (iv) VI (v) compatibility (vi) carbon residue (vii) control of combustion period.