Career Paths: Merchant Navy Exercise Booklet 7Th Semester PN / MN
Career Paths: Merchant Navy Exercise Booklet 7Th Semester PN / MN
Career Paths: Merchant Navy Exercise Booklet 7Th Semester PN / MN
MERCHANT NAVY
EXERCISE BOOKLET
7TH SEMESTER
PN / MN
JULY-DEC, 2016
Students will be able to participate in dialogues and write reports using the specialized vocabulary of
Maritime English.
Evaluation:
Knowledge 30%
Practice (Homework) 15
Use of TICs 15
Classwork 25
Expresión Oral y Escrita (Dialogues and 15
Reports)
TOTAL 100%
Unscramble each of the clue words. Copy the letters in the numbered cells to other cells with the
same number.
In the word search, circle the vocabulary words from the unit.
W X H E E B Y Z Q P I C J J D
T A G X B C R D A P L O G I A
J V T E R E J S A V G M F S E
G D P E D S S Q Z E D P A X H
J M V D R A E V R T H A F L K
X F A P G T H A T C H R B V L
I L X E Q Y I Q D Q E T E F U
J P W R Z O D G W Q A M B V B
T A C R F X K E H V D E Q F O
Y W P C R H B U C T P N Q W Z
N O I T I T R A P K D T J M X
L Q V T N O Z Z D I A O Y G F
D P L J N Z Y K I F N T O X U
F S I X R G I G D R Y X Q R X
F P K L J C J L T Y F C T L S
In the word search, circle the vocabulary words from the unit. With the remaining letters, identify the
words and write a sentence about ships.
N S H I P S H A V P E S Y L C
S O T E M S T O R M E E T E O
A L I L T H E O N E E D S U M
O F T T H E P C R E W D L F P
A N D V A U E S S E L R A G R
Q X F V L L E N W K Z A C X E
K X K S F F I S R S D I I S S
I T I D W Z S T T U J N R M S
T O Y N T Y N T N Q V A T O E
N G N I R E E T S E O G C L D
Y Y Q W T L N F Y K V E E I A
P O T A B L E W A T E R L X I
U G W H Y J B M I H I Z E J R
A P T L V I I O Z T T I W Q R
F P W C V J T M O O R I N G Y
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
Match the vocabulary words with their definitions, writing the correct number on the lines.
1. TRANSVERSE STABILITY _____ a ship’s ability to resist turning over fore or aft
2. CENTER OF BOUYANCY _____ an imaginary point where all weight would be pulled
down
3. LONGITUDINAL STABILITY _____ the volume of wáter that a ship takes the place of
4. CENTER OF GRAVITY _____ an imaginary point where all forces push up
5. DRAFT _____ the ability of a ship to float upright and resist
overturning
6. ANTIROLL TANK _____ a pipe is ____ if it runs from one side to another
7. DISPLACEMENT _____ a ship’s ability to resist turning over on either side
8. STABILITY _____ the difference in drafts from front to back
9. ATHWARTSHIP _____ the distance between the keel and water line
10. TRIM _____ it can change its angle to adjust to different
conditions
11. BILGE KEEL _____ a tank inside the ship that transfers water to counter
rolling
12. STABILIZER WING _____ it runs along the hull of a ship
Make a drawing of a vessel and mark the following vocabulary words on it.
Write a short dialogue in which you use the 7 Prowords on page 14 of your student’s book.
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-... . ... . -. - -... -.-- - . .-.. . --. .-. .- -- .-.-.-
Now write a message of your own, and ask a classmate to decipher it.
International code flags are used to signal between two ships or between ship and shore. Also called
signaling flags, they are a set of flags of different colors, shapes and markings which used singly or in
combination have different meanings. The flags include 26 square flags which depict the letters of the
alphabet, ten numeral pendants, one answering pendant, and three substituters or repeaters.
Only a few colors can be readily distinguished at sea. These are: red, blue, yellow, black, and white;
and these cannot be mixed indiscriminately. You will notice, for clarity, the flags shown are either red
and white, yellow and blue, blue and white, or black and white; besides plain red, white, and blue.
AC - I am abandoning my vessel. PP - Keep well clear of me. ZD2 - Please report me to Lloyds,
LO - I am not in my correct position: UP - Permission to enter Harbour is London.
(used by a light vessel.) urgently requested. I have an GW - Man overboard. Please take
RU - Keep clear of me; I am emergency. action to pick him up.
maneuvering with difficulty. DV - I am drifting. QU - Anchoring is prohibited.
AN - I need a doctor. QD - I am going ahead. ZL - Your signal has been received but
NC - I am in distress and require YU - I am going to communicate with not understood.
immediate assistance. your station by means of the JL - You are running the risk of going
SO - You should stop your vessel International code of signals. aground.
instantly. EF - SOS/MAYDAY has been QX - I request permission to anchor.
BR - I require a helicopter. canceled. UM - The Harbour is closed to traffic.
PD - Your navigation lights are not QT - I am going astern. CD - I require immediate assistance.
visible. ZD1 - Please report me to the Coast FA - Will you give me my position?
Guard, New York QQ - I require health clearance.
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The Mariana Trench is 6033.5 fathoms deep. Knowing that it is (11,033 meters (36,201 feet) deep,
how do do we perform the conversion to fathoms? Convert feet to fathoms and other nautical
measurement units with this table from the US Naval Oceanographer.
CONVERSION TABLE
1 fathom = 6 feet 1 knot = 1 nautical mile per hour = 1.151 statute
100 fathoms = 1 cable length miles per hour
10 cables length = 1 nautical mile 10 chains = 1 furlong = 201.17 meters
1 nautical mile = 1.151 statute miles (length of a 60 nautical miles = 1 degree of a great circle of
minute of longitude at equator) earth (latitude)
3 nautical miles = 1 league 1 statute mile = 5280 feet
1 nautical mile = 6076.115 feet
Note: Statute miles is what we know as miles and is a measurement of distance over land. Nautical
miles is a measurement over water.
Fathom - Sailors use to throw a line into the water, wait until it hit the bottom, pull it back up, while
measuring the length of the line from fingertip to fingertip. The arm span of an average sailor was 6
feet and called a fathom.
Knot - Lines used to be thrown over the sides of ships to determine speed. Each line was divided into
47 ft. 3 in. sections and were called knots. The line was allowed to run over the ship's side while a 28-
second glass was emptying itself. The length of the knot was derived from the proportion that one
hour (3600 sec) is to 28 seconds as one mile (6076.115 ft.) is to the length of one knot (47 ft. 3 in.)
Captain/ Master
The Captain oversees the entire operations of the ship. He/she supervises the work of other officers
and crew on board. Extensive experience including minimum 5 to 8 years in subordinate positions
onboard ships along with all formal maritime qualifications such as a Captains License is required for
this position. Fluency in English language is a must.
Boatswain
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Directly reporting to First Mate, he/she acts as a foreman of the unlicensed deck crew. A senior Able
Seaman is usually considered for this position. Reasonable English skill is desired for this position.
Able Seaman
Able Seaman works as a watchstander or a day worker, depending on the requirement on the ship.
When the ship is not moving, he may be asked to perform security related watches. A Merchant
Mariner's Document (MMD) is a must for this position. Reasonable English skill is desired.
Ordinary Seaman
Ordinary Seaman or OS is an entry-level position in the deck department. An OS performs various
general duties within the deck department. His duties include taking care of general needs of the crew
and guarding the ship while in port. This position has a possibility for promotion to Able Seaman.
Engine Department
The Engine Department onboard a merchant ship is responsible for all maintenance and repairs of
engines, electric motors, pumps, winches and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
Chief Engineer
The chief engineer onboard a ship oversees the entire operations of the engine department. He/she is
responsible for operations and maintenance work of all engineering equipment throughout the ship.
He/she reports to the captain of the ship. Extensive experience with minimum 5 to 8 years in
subordinate positions on board ships is required for this position. Fluency in English language is a
must.
Trainee Engineer
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Reporting to the second engineer, a trainee engineer assists senior engineers in carrying out daily
maintenance and repair works within the engine room. No prior experience is required for this
position but a diploma from a maritime school is a must. Fluency in English language is required.
Electrical Engineer
Electrical engineer is responsible for maintenance of all the electrical equipment on a ship such as
motors, switchboards, fire detectors, navigational lights, batteries etc. He assists ship's deck officer
and engineer in all kind of electrical malfunctions.
Chief Mechanic
Chief Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repairs of the entire engine systems onboard
the ship. Also supervises a team of mechanics in carrying out the daily maintenance and repair tasks
of the engines. Extensive experience with minimum 2 to 5 years in subordinate positions onboard
ships required for this position. Fluency in English language is a must.
Mechanic
Mechanic is responsible for the daily maintenance and repairs of mechanic equipment onboard the
ship under the supervision of Chief Mechanic. Prior experience within a similar position or previous
onboard experience as an electrician is required for this position. Reasonable English skill is desired.
This position has a possibility of promotion to Chief Mechanic.
Oiler
Oiler lubricates moving components of the engines and their auxiliary equipment and monitors the
condition and oil level in the engines. No prior experience required but some knowledge of mechanics
is desirable. Reasonable English skill desired.
Fitter
Fitter is responsible for daily maintenance and minor repairs of all mechanical equipment onboard the
ship. Prior experience with minimum 1-2 years onboard ships along with a diploma from a maritime
school is required for this position. Reasonable English skill desired.
Wiper
Wiper is responsible for general duties within the engine department such as cleaning of engine room
and various tools and equipment. No prior experience required for this position although reasonable
English skill is desired. This position has a possibility of promotion to Fitter.
Safety/Security/Medical Department
Departments related to safety, security and medical needs onboard a ship offers a wide range of job
opportunities for applicants. From the entry level position of seaman to the chief mate and from
doctor to nurses, these three departments cover most of job positions on a merchant marine vessel.
Safety Officer
Safety Officer is responsible for a range of tasks related to safety and security of the ship, crew and
cargo. Previous experience of which minimum 1 to 2 years in subordinate positions onboard ships
along with a diploma certification is required for this position. Fluency in English language is a must.
Fireman
Fireman is responsible for maintenance and handling of firefighting equipment onboard the ship. A
certification in firefighting along with some prior experience required for this position. Reasonable
English skill is desired.
MEDICAL JOBS
Doctor/Physician
He/she is responsible for the treatment of crew members. The position requires current license and
extensive experience within primary care, trauma, internal, cardiac, and emergency medicine.
Diploma from an accredited medical school and fluency in English Language are must for this position.
Registered Nurse
Security Personnel
Security Personnel is responsible for the security of the ship, crew and cargo. Prior similar experience
and reasonable English skills are required for this position. This position has a possibility for
promotion to Security Officer.
Seaman
Able Seaman works as a watchstander or a day worker, depending on the requirements of the ship.
When the ship is not moving, he may be asked to perform security related watches. A Merchant
Mariner's Document (MMD) is a must for this position. Reasonable English skill is desired.
Catering department
The catering or galley department is responsible for preparation and serving of foods to the crew on
board of a ship.
Chief Steward
Chief Steward oversees the entire operations within the catering department of a ship. He/she assigns
daily duties to catering personnel such as preparing and serving food, cleaning the catering area, and
receiving, issuing, and inventorying the stores. He/she is also responsible for preparing daily food
menu. Over 5 years of experience within a similar role in a hotel/ship along with a qualification in
culinary is required for this position. Fluency in English language is essential.
Chief Cook
The chief cook oversees all the food preparation and quality control in the Steward's department of a
ship. Over 5 years of experience within a similar role in a hotel/ship along with a qualification in
culinary is required. Fluency in English language is essential.
Second Cook
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Second Cook supervises the food preparation and quality control. Over 3 years of experience within a
similar role in a hotel/ship along with a qualification in catering is required. Fluency in English
language is essential.
Bakery/Pastry Man
Bakery/Pastry Man is responsible for cooking bakeries and pastries. Minimum 2 years
restaurant/hotel experience along with a fluency in English is required.
Cleaner
Cleaner is responsible for various cleaning duties within the catering department. No prior experience
is required. Reasonable English speaking skill is desired.
Dishwasher/Pot Cleaner
Dishwasher/Pot Cleaner is responsible for the cleaning and storage of dishes, cutlery, pots and
saucepans on board the ship. No prior experience is required. Reasonable English speaking skill is
desired.
Across
1. STRONG HEAVY CLOTH MADE OF LINEN OR COTTON
5. TREATED TO RESIST LIQUIDS
6. TO JOIN TWO PIEDES OF MATERIAL USING STITCHES
7. MODIFIED IN A PARTICULAR WAY TO GIVE IT A PARTICULAR QUALITY
8. LENGTHWISE THREADS IN A PIECE OF CANVAS
9. LOOP OF THREAD CREATED BY THE MOVEMENT OF THE NEEDLE WHILE SEWING
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2. CANVAS THAT HAS BEEN NUMBERED 1 THROUGH 12 BASED ON WEIGHT, WITH 1 BEING THE
HEAVIEST AND 12 THE LIGHTEST
3. STRAND OF MATERIAL, SUCH AS COTTON, USED FOR SEWING
4. A MEASURING UNIT USED FOR CLOTH OR ANY MATERIAL STORED IN A ROLL
5. CROSSWISE THREADS IN A PIECE OF CANVAS
Match the words to their definitions writing the correct letter on the lines.
_____ topside paint C) Painting tool with bristles that form a straight line at the tips
_____ bottom paint D) Power tool used to remove something from the surface of
something else
_____ primer F) Coating that is applied directly to a surface to prepare it for the top
layer of paint
_____ scraper G) Reddish substance that forms where metal is broken down by air
or moisture
_____ grinder H) Hand tool that is used to rub something off the surface of
something else
_____ touch up I) Paint that is applied to the deck and other exposed parts of a vessel
G X F A L W W S S C I J S A U
R G W S H O T S Y P K N H T Y
D E V I L S C L A W I E A N G
X V L C N C S I Z A L P C L A
S A Z B Q D W M H K G O K A T
S A R Z A I L C C M N C L S G
T O G G L C J A G Y Y S E D O
M L Q D L C T B S R O H C N A
S T C N P D S F E S A P J L F
N A J I N B P L M V X X E R T
T L U U O E K L E T R W L O N
N A O N W A C V R U N S S W C
P R J F F D D W Q Z T V M I C
G U U B C I W A X H H K J K T
R S G S L O I T W C M J C L N
1. Heavy hook that is dropped to the sea floor and holds a boat or ship in place.
2. Unit of measurement equal to 100 fathoms.
3. Series of metal loops that are linked together.
4. Hook that secures the anchor chain when the anchor is not in use.
5. Set of chains, hooks and other equipment used for anchoring a boat or ship.
6. Length of anchor chain needed, determined by water depth and weather conditions.
7. Ring that attaches an anchor chain to something else, such as the anchor.
8. Measure of the length of an anchor chain.
9. Toothed wheel that controls the movement of an anchor chain.
10. Device used to hoist an anchor.
The "steering wheel," or rather the equipment which controls the direction the boat or ships is
heading, is called the helm. The person who controls the helm is called the helmsman. Sometimes the
helm is on the left or the right side of the vessel, usually on small boats, and sometimes its right in the
center of the bridge, the control center of the ship. Some ships even have multiple steering stands,
one in the center and one on each bridge wing, to make it easier for the crew to moor and unmoor
the vessel.
The man in the yellow coveralls is the one steering the ship using a small wheel.
When you drive a car, you turn the steering wheel, the front wheels turn and then the car follows the
path of the wheels.
With a vessel, one of several things will happen when the "wheel" (helm) is turned. If the vessel has
an inboard engine connected by a shaft to a propeller, there will be a rudder behind the propeller.
When the helm is turned, it turns rudder which acts much like a sail on a sailboat. The rudder is also
shaped much like an airfoil. A turn to port creates a high pressure area on the port side and low
If the vessel has an outboard engine or an inboard-outboard engine where the propeller itself can be
turned, a turn to port means the propeller itself turns to port, pushing the back of the vessel to
starboard and the bow to port.
On a boat with a tiller, which is essentially a lever coming from the engine and projecting forward, the
helmsman must actually push the tiller to starboard in order to turn to port.
Complete the sentences with the words below. Not all the words will be used.
1. The ______________________ is so expert that it gives passengers a smoother ride than can
the pilot himself.
2. The _____________________ skillfully navigated the ship towards the enormous docking bay
doors which engulfed the view screen.
3. His crew knew when the captain wants to take the ______________________.
4. Steering is ‘Smooth’ due to power assistance via an ______________________ system that
requires just three turns from lock to lock.
5. The ship has ______________________ and ______________________ for harbour
manoeuvring.
6. The captain was not near the ______________________ when the ferry crashed.
TANKERS TYPES
________________ SPECIALIZED
TANKERS
STANDARD OVERSIZED ________________
________________ ________________ ________________
________________ ________________ ________________
________________ ________________
Complete the chart with the advice given in the reading of Unit 2.
CARGO TRANSFER
BEFORE YOU TRANSFER LOADING CARGO: DISCHARGING CARGO:
CARGO:
UNIT 4. WIRE
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3. In the classification of wire ropes, what do the numbers mean (e.g. 6x19)?
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R O E W E M A S Y F P Y Q D S
B K K W H R B X N V K F N A F
U Y I O M I I T F Q V D A U B
S T P H Q D P W K W Q D E K C
R X S J B N M P T W N F C O C
O J E F B V J D I E W U I L I
E J N H D B G Q R N P L I P G
S F I R F R C E A G G P R M L
K F L C H A T B C J V Q V U C
L W R Q W T F I B E R R O P E
M D A Z I N T G P W K U Y E Z
B A M B T H E H W W C I U N Y
I J U G B Q V T S F Y Y I I P
J I S F K P W U O T R A P L Q
K M Z I S V L S P F L N D F V
1. What is the difference between “against the sun” and “with the sun”?
Identify the following pictures using the words from the unit.
2. There are three ways to protect a line. Write the definition of each one.
a) Worm
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
b) Parcel
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
c) Turn
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Identify the following pictures using the words from the unit.
Across
1. wood or other material used to support and stabilize cargo that is stored on a vessel
5. general cargo that is loaded in individual containers for transport on a vessel
7. space in the stowage area that is not occupied by cargo, including the small spaces above, around,
and between cargo containers
8. products with odors that might damage or contaminate other products
10. move into a different place or position
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1. it is stowed on deck, usually because it is too large to fit in the stowage area
2. animals being transported
3. money in the form of coins and bills
4. products that might leave residual dust that could contaminate the stowage area
6. device or substance that can cause forceful damage to something, usually with heat and flying parts
9. seeds or ground plant material, usually used for food
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a) ___________________________________
b) ___________________________________
c) ___________________________________
d) ___________________________________
e) ___________________________________
8. What kind of ropes are used for mooring and where are they used?