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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Explain machinery spaces, construction and operation of equipment and propelling machinery on seagoing vessels 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
243988  Explain machinery spaces, construction and operation of equipment and propelling machinery on seagoing vessels 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Maritime Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  15 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard is able to identify and explain ship machinery and systems. They are also able to describe the construction and operation of diesel, refrigeration, engineering pumping, steering and electrical systems of a vessel. The person will also be able to describe problems and corrective action needed to rectify the problem related to any of the ship's systems.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Identifying ship's machinery and systems.
  • Explaining the basic construction and operation of the ship's diesel engines.
  • Explaining the basic construction and operation of the ship's refrigeration system.
  • Explaining the basic construction and operation of the ship's main engineering pumping systems.
  • Explaining the basic construction and operation of the ship's steering gear.
  • Explaining the basic construction and operation of the ship's electrical systems. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this Unit Standard will be assumed competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • In compliance with current Maritime Legislation, Codes and Practices, the scope of this unit standard covers knowledge of the terms in the machinery spaces, basic construction and operation of equipment and propelling machinery as required by an engine room watchkeeper, on board a seagoing vessel.
  • This unit standard involves SAMSA's draft amendments to the Code for SA Maritime Qualifications: Study matrices and syllabuses for fishing and marine motorman qualifications - Engineering Knowledge, Module 1, Identification of machinery or equivalent. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify ships machinery and systems. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Machinery and systems may include but are not limited to small and medium speed diesel engines, refrigeration machinery, bilge system, fire main system, fuel bunkering system, steering gear, generators, alternators, battery sets, switchboards, air vessels and air compressors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual machinery and systems are identified and an explanation given of their functions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The general technical specifications of each piece of machinery and system are described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Explain the basic construction and operation of the ship's diesel engines. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Construction and operation includes but is not limited to:
  • 4 and 2 stroke diesel engines, the cooling water system, lubrication oil system, fuel system, scavenge air system, starting system, reversing arrangements. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual parts and systems of diesel engines are identified and an explanation given of their functions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The general technical specifications of each part and system of a diesel engine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Preparation and starting procedures for the diesel engine are explained with a practical demonstration. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The running checks and stopping procedures are described in accordance with standard procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Corrective action required during preparation to start, starting, running and stopping the diesel engines are explained in accordance with standard procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Explain the basic construction and operation of the ship's refrigeration system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual parts of the refrigeration system are identified and an explanation given of their function. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The general technical specifications of each part of the refrigeration system are described with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    How to prepare the refrigeration system for starting is explained in accordance with standard procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Starting and stopping procedures and running checks are described with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Corrective action required during preparation to start, starting, running and stopping are explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Explain the basic construction and operation of the ship's main engineering pumping system. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Construction and operation includes but is not limited to:
  • Bilge, fire main, deck wash, fuel bunkering piping, Reciprocating, centrifugal, mono and gear pumps, the different types of valves onboard e.g. gate, non-return, screw down, butterfly. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual parts of the pumping system are identified and explanation given of the function of each part. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The general technical specifications of each part of the pumping system are described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The operation of the pumping system is explained in accordance with standard procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Corrective action required during preparation to start, starting, running and stopping of the pumping system are explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Explain the basic construction and operation of the ship's steering gear. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual parts of the steering gear are identified and an explanation given of their functions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The operation of the steering gear is explained in accordance with standard procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The emergency steering procedure is explained with examples of when it is used. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Explain the basic construction and operation of the ship's electrical systems. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Construction and operation includes but is not limited to:
  • Generators, Alternators, electrical distribution, protection devices, batteries, battery chargers and earth leakage detection. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Individual parts of the electrical system are identified and explanation given of the function of each part. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The general technical specifications of each part of the electric system are described in accordance with standards procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The operation of the electrical systems is explained in line with standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Safety precautions required are explained in line with standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Corrective action while using the electrical systems is explained with examples. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Communication methods and procedures on board a vessel.
  • Safety procedures when operating machinery.
  • Operation procedures of marine machinery and equipment.
  • Prevention of pollution of the marine environment.
  • The Code of Safe Working Practices for Seamen. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with other team members when determining and correcting problems related to machinery. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse organise and critically evaluate information when identifying the basic construction and operation of ships machinery and components. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when sharing the corrective action to be implement in cases of machinery problems. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology when identifying machinery construction and operation requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Definition of Terms:

    Terms have been clarified as far as possible through the use of range statements. Further clarification of terms is provided as follows:
  • SAMSA - South African Maritime Safety Authority.
    > This body is responsible for issuing certificates of competence at all levels in terms of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) (Fishing and Marine Motorman) Regulations, 2006.
  • MOSR - Maritime Occupational Safety Regulations, 1994.
  • COSWP - Code of Safe Working Practice for fishing Vessels. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  58433   National Certificate: Fishing Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  TETA 


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