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Q8. With respect to refrigeration gases used on-board vessels, answer the following:

a). Explain Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP) and Global warming potential (GWP) of conventional refrigerant gases. (7)

b). Name the alternate refrigerant gases available and being used on board. (7)

c). Explain the steps you will take to ensure that release of refrigerant gases from the plant in minimized during normal operation and during maintenance activities. (6)

Q3. With reference to Annex VI of MARPOL, what are the salient features of
a) EEDI (Energy efficiency design index) (5)
b) EEOI (Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator) (5)
c) Enhanced SEEMP (Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan) (5)
d) CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) (5)

Q3. Explain the purpose of NOx Technical Code and its applicability to marine diesel engines. (7)

b) Explain certification requirements under NOx Technical Code. (6)

c) Explain the purpose of NOx technical file and its importance (6)

Q7. Explain the following with reference to MARPOL Annex-VI

a) Ozone depleting substances and its emissions control. (7)

b) Volatile Organic and its emissions control. (6)

c) NOx emissions and its control from ships. (7)

Q5. a) What are NOX & SOX limitations as per Annex VI of MARPOL. (10)

b) Briefly discuss the technical and operational measures taken by ships to reduce NOx & Sox emission. (10)

Q3. Explain the following with reference to MARPOL Annex-VI

a) Ozone depleting substances and its emissions control. (5)

b) Volatile Organic and its emissions control. (5)

c) NOx emissions and its control from ships. (5)

d) NOX technical file. (5)

Q4. Explain the following

a) SEEMP I, II, III (5)

b) PSSA (5)

c) EEXI & CII (5)

d) SOPEP (5)

Q7.a) What is the NOx Technical File on board ships, and why it is important? Describe the information contained within this file and its role in ensuring compliance with MARPOL Annex VI regulations regarding nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. (12)

b) Discuss the procedures for maintaining and updating the NOx Technical File and the potential consequences of non-compliance. (8)

Q3. a) What is the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and how is it calculated under IMO regulations? Explain its significance in reducing the carbon footprint of ships. (10)

b) What role does the Second Engineer play in ensuring compliance with CII requirements on a ship? Discuss the operational strategies and maintenance practices that the Second Engineer can implement to improve a ship's CII rating. (10)

Q3. a) Explain the key components and objectives of SEEMP Part 3. How does it differ from SEEMP Parts 1 and 2? (10)

b) Briefly discuss the specific tasks and procedures that the Second Engineer must follow to ensure compliance with the energy efficiency measures outlined in SEEMP Part 3. (10)

Q5. a) Explain the NOx (Nitrogen Oxides) emission requirements under MARPOL Annex VI including the different NOx Tier limits applicable to marine engines. (7)

b) What is the purpose of the NOx Technical File, and what key information does it contain? (6)

c) Describe the methods used to verify that a ship is in compliance with NOx emission limits while in operation. (7)

Q9. (a) Discuss International Maritime Organization (IMO) Data Collection System (DCS) for fuel oil consumption of ships covering following:

(i) Applicability of ship size (GT)

(ii) When the requirement of Data Collection System (DCS) entered into force;

(iii) What data required to collect ship;

(iv) The aggregated data is submitted to who and when (frequency) to submit;

(v) Relevance of SEEMP pertaining to Data Collection System (DCS)

(b) List out the main differences between the EU Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) regulation and International Maritime Organization (IMO) Data Collection System (DCS).