MARC054 — Operate propulsion transmission systems up to 1500 kW

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What an assessment for MARC054 must cover

37 assessable components: 3 elements (10 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 23 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for operation

1.1Risks to self, others and the environment are identified and precautions are taken to minimise risk according to organisational procedures
1.2Routine pre-operational checks of propulsion transmission systems are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

2 Operate propulsion transmission systems

2.1Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to organisational procedures
2.2Propulsion transmission systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner
2.3Performance of propulsion transmission system operations is monitored
2.4Faults or malfunctions are identified and recorded according to organisational procedures
2.5Faults or malfunctions are rectified and corrective actions are taken and recorded according to organisational procedures
2.6Procedures to be undertaken in emergencies are recognised and implemented

3 Complete operations

3.1Shutdown procedures are implemented according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
3.2Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures

Performance evidence

carrying out necessary calculations associated with managing propulsion transmission systems, including: calculating gearbox ratios, propeller slip, theoretical distance
maintaining records of operating and maintaining propulsion transmission systems and any related safety incidents
monitoring various gauges and evaluating performance of propulsion transmission systems
operating propulsion transmission system in a safe and controlled manner to manufacturer technical specifications

Knowledge evidence

basic reverse/reduction propulsion transmission systems operation
bearings
characteristics of propulsion transmission systems, including operational limits
construction and materials of propulsion transmission systems
fault identification on propulsion transmission systems
lubricating and cooling systems for propulsion transmission systems
manufacturer instructions for operating propulsion transmission systems
maritime regulations, rules and instructions
methods for controlling and managing the operation of shipboard propulsion transmission systems
problems associated with propulsion transmission systems and appropriate preventative and remedial actions and solutions
procedures for monitoring and evaluating performance of propulsion transmission systems
propeller and intermediate shaft systems
propeller shape, design and materials
propeller types and arrangements, including fixed pitch and controllable pitch propellers
propulsion transmission systems, including: control system, gearbox and reduction gear arrangements, intermediate bearings, propeller types and arrangements, shafting arrangements, stern tube and their systems, transmission system
recognising operational faults and problems that may occur with propulsion transmission systems and taking appropriate preventative and remedial actions
relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and policies
seals and glands
shafting materials
steerable/rudder propellers
stern and jet water drive
stern tube bearing systems, including lubrication, materials and components
types of gear trains

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