OVERVIEW OF BASIC

MARINE ENGINEERING
AND
MARINE TRANSPORTATION
 MARINE ENGINEERING
 Marine engineering includes the engineering of
boats, ships, oil rigs and any other marine vessel
or structure, as well as oceanographic
engineering.
 Isthe discipline of applying engineering sciences,
including mechanical engineering, electrical
engineering, electronic engineering, and computer
science, to the development, design, operation
and maintenance of watercraft propulsion and on-
board systems and oceanographic technology.
Marine Engineering

 IT INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO

POWER AND PROPULSION PLANTS,
MACHINERY, PIPING, AUTOMATION AND
CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR MARINE VEHICLES
OF ANY KIND, SUCH AS SURFACE SHIPS
AND SUBMARINES.
5 BASIC MARINE ENGINEERING
PRINCIPLES

1. How an engine
works
This is basic
stuff but each officer
must know the
principle of how an
engine works.
2.Main engine air
starting system
Most of the ships
would have the main
engine air bottle
pressure showing on
the wheel house. This
is an important
information that the
bridge officers should
have on the bridge.
5 Basic Marine Engineering Principles

3. Turbo-Charging

In absolute lay man’s

words, a marine engine
burns fuel to generate
heat energy. This heat
energy is used to rotate
the propeller through a
shaft.
5 Basic Marine Engineering Principles

4. Scavenging
We all have heard about scavenge space.
Most of the companies would also have a
specific emergency checklist for the scavenge
space fire.
5. Crankcase explosion
Crankcase is the
space which has many of
the engine’s moving parts.
But the main part that it
has is the crankshaft.
Quite obviously the name
“crankcase” is derived
from the “crankshaft”.
 MARINE TRANSPORTATION
The Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
(BSMT) is a four-year undergraduate degree
program which leads to a professional career in the
maritime industry, as a marine deck officer. Through
this program, the students will be able to acquire the
necessary skills and knowledge needed to
accomplish their future duties and responsibilities of
a marine officer, and will be exposed to theories and
practices in seamanship, navigation, ship business,
meteorology, and marine laws.
Marine Transportation

 The Shipboard Training phase of one (1) year an

integral part of the BSMT Curriculum must be duly
enrolled, supervise and assess otherwise, the Cadet
is not eligible for graduation from the BSMT program.

 It is structured and monitored by the Shipboard

Training Officer (STO) and may be undertaken after
the Cadet has finished the three (3) year academic
phase under the 3 – 1 concept.
Marine Transportation

 The CU-CME-BSMT Cadet is forewarned that to

insure a continuity of his studies from the
academic phase to the Shipboard Training
phase, he must study hard and prepare right
from the first year to pass the qualifying
examinations given by shipping/manning
companies for the Cadetship Shipboard Training
Program.
What comes after completing the course?
A graduate of this course enjoys the privilege of
employment with overseas-based shipping companies
At sea, Merchant Marine Officers are employed in
Navigation capacity on the whole range of sea-going
vessels.

These include the following major types:

• Oil, Gas and Chemical tankers
• Bulk cargo carriers
• Cargo, Container ships, Feeders
• Fishing vessels
• Ferries and cruise ships
• Offshore support vessels
• Car Carriers
REMEMBER:
 The Marine Transportation program develops
students into worthy seafarers.

 The program trains students to be

knowledgeable in ship operations, and overall
onboard ship conduct.

 The program includes subjects in ship handling,

navigation, meteorology, cargo handling and
stowage, and communications.
STUDENT OUTCOMES

The graduates of the BSMT program shall

have acquired the knowledge and
competencies necessary to perform the
following:

 Demonstrate the ability to perform the

competence, at the operational level under
Section A-II/1 of the STCW Code;
STUDENT OUTCOMES

 Apply knowledge in mathematics, science and

technology in solving problems related to the
profession and the workplace;

 Work in a multi-cultural and/or multi-disciplinary

team;
STUDENT OUTCOMES

 Understand professional and ethical

responsibilities;

 Communicate effectively in oral and

written English;
 STUDENT OUTCOMES

 understand the impact and implications of

various contemporary issues in the global and
social context of the profession;

 engage in lifelong learning and keep abreast

with developments in the field of specialization
and/or profession;
STUDENT OUTCOMES

 use appropriate techniques, skills and

modern tools in the practice of the
profession in order to remain globally
competitive; and

 design research and analyze data

using appropriate research
methodologies
 THINGS TO REMEMBER

 The study of marine transportation explores boat and

sea management.

 Programs of study in this field prepare students for

careers as mates on large ships, tugs or ferries who
assist in routine operations.

 Graduates may also work shoreside, in positions in

management or sales.
THINGS TO REMEMBER

 While earning a degree may not be

necessary for all positions, employers may
prefer it.

 Marine transportation programs are

available as both undergraduate and
graduate degrees.
EDUCATION INFORMATION

 Completion of an associate's or bachelor's

degree program in the field allows graduates to
qualify for third mate status.

 Degrees are available in numerous fields related

to marine transportation, including logistics and
watercraft repair.
Education Information

 Education programs in this field teach prospective

shipmates the navigation skills and technical
expertise needed to begin a marine career.

 Programs also cover topics in international

commerce and, in many cases, national defense.

 Courses in a marine transportation program often

include additional topics in sea safety, terrestrial
navigation, aquatic survival, tanker operations and
sea law.
Marine Transportation as a
Profession
Marine Engineering
as a Profession