SET 1

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. _____ is necessary to regulate material temperatures to a level that will ensure the
material strength.
A. Warming
B. Heating
C. Cooling
D. Priming

2. If a gauge glass is fitted on the fuel oil service tank, the bottom gauge cock or valve
should be of _____ type to prevent escape of oil should the glass break.
A. quick-closing
B. gate
C. self-closing
D. quick-opening

3. Internal Combustion engines of a cylinder diameter of _____ and above shall be

provided with crankcase explosion relief valves of a suitable type with sufficient relief
area.
A. 100 mm
B. 200 mm
C. 300 mm
D. 450 m

4. In boiler fuel oil system a_____ valve is necessary when starting up, so that the cold
oil can be circulated through the heater and the system, until the temperature of the oil
is high enough for efficient atomization.
A. quick-closing
B. re-circulating
C. drain
D. self-closing

5. The sulphur content of fuel oil used on board ships in a SOx Emission Control Area
does not exceed _____ m/m on and after 1 January 2015.
A. 0.1%
B. 1%
C. 1.5%
D. 3.5%
 6. To obtain instant response of hydraulic power to move the rudder, _____ pumps are
used in hydraulic steering gear.
A. gear pump
B. variable stroke delivery pump
C. screw pump
D. centrifugal

7. Carbon dioxide is most suitable for _____ fire.

A. electrical
B. gas
C. inflammable liquid
D. carboneous
8. _____ are used to removed water and suspended solids from oil.
A. Clarifiers
B. Heat exchangers
C. Evaporators
D. Purifiers
9. The temperature above which it is impossible to liquefy the refrigerant, regardless of
pressure is called ___ temperature .
A. ignition
B. ambient
C. acid dew
D. critical
10. _____ are narrow steel strips extending for about one half of the length of the ship
amidships and are mounted at the turn of the keel.
A. Frames
B. Pillars
C. Floors
D. Bilge keels
(Answer any two questions)
2. The area of the indicator diagram, taken from one cylinder of a 4 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel
engine was 378 mm2.; length of the diagram = 70 mm; indicator spring constant is 1mm =
100 kN/m2; diameter of the piston 250 mm; stroke = 300 mm; and rotational speed = 5
revolutions per second. Calculate the indicated power of the engine, assuming that all
cylinders develop equal power. (10 marks)

3. A ship’s main propulsion engine burns 40 tonne of fuel per day, when her displacement is
16,000 tonne and speed is 14.5 knots. The auxiliary engine burns 2 tonne of fuel per day,
when at sea or in port. Calculate the total consumption of fuel for a voyage of 2030
nautical miles, at a speed of 17 knots, when the displacement is 13,000 tonne.
(10 marks)

4. A circuit is made up from four resistors of values 2 ohms, 4 ohms, 5 ohms and 10 ohms
connected in parallel. If the current is 8.6amperes, find the voltage dropped across the
arrangement and the current in each resistor. (10 marks)
 (Answer any two questions)

5. (a) Draw a navigation light circuit. (5 marks)

(b) Describe the requirements for the above system. (5 marks)

6. (a) Sketch a centrifugal pump. (5 marks)

(b) Explain how does it work? (5 marks)

7. (a) Sketch working stages of operation of a four stroke diesel engine. (5 marks)
(b) Explain about diesel engine cooling, stating why cooling is important, what are the
engine parts to be cooled and the cooling mediums used. (5 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)
8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. While poor GDOP is observed, the size of uncertainty area will be small and
receiver’s position is not precise.
2. Velocity of sound energy in seawater at 15⁰ C is approximately 1500 ms-1.
3. The purpose of LRIT is to improve security only.
4. Conductivity of seawater affects the accuracy of Acoustic Correlation speed log.
5. If second stage remote audible alarm is not reset in 15 sec, sound third stage remote
audible alarm as general alarm.
6. There is difference in two places between VDR and SVDR.
7. Basic principle of echo sounder uses the formula of “depth = velocity of sound x time
taken x 2”.
8. All paper charts of world wide range are referred to WGS 84 datum.
9. AIS message can be transmitted and received within VHF coverage range.
10. Dual axis in Doppler log provides full movement of the vessel.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. In GPS, prediction of the further satellite position, further orbital and operational
parameters and updates the navigation message to each satellite is transmitted through
a) Monitoring station
b) Upload station
c) Master control station
d) GPS receiver onboard

2. One of the following statements is correct.

a) Sound velocity in the water varies with salinity only.
b) Sound velocity in the water varies with pressure only.
c) Sound velocity in the water varies with temperature only.
d) Sound velocity in the water varies with salinity, pressure and temperature.
3. A long cylindrical coil, it produces a field similar to field of a bar magnet. Each ends
have like North Pole and South Pole of bar magnet. It is called as
a) Electric motor
b) Magnetic switch
c) Solenoid
d) Dynamo switch

4. Satellites used in GPS system are at the altitude of

a) 20020 km
b) 20200 km
c) 20200 nm
d) 20020 nm

5. The depth of water displaying on the echo sounder could be counter-checked by

a) Using hand lead line only
b) By bar check only
c) Using hand lead line or by bar check
d) Nothing at all

6. Cross noise echo is caused by

a) Setting very high gain control in the echo sounder
b) Setting very low gain control in the echo sounder
c) Shoals of fish
d) Seaweed

7. In GPS system, in each orbit contains.

a) 4 satellites
b) 5 satellites
c) 6 satellites
d) 7 satellites

8. Doppler log with dual axis configuration can determine

a) Precise speed through the water only.
b) Precise speed over the ground only.
c) Precise depth of the water only.
d) Longitudinal movement and athwartship movement of the vessel at two
locations
9. In GPS system, satellite orbit are inclined to the plane of equator by.
a) 45 degrees
b) 50 degrees
c) 55 degrees
d) 60 degrees

10. To avoid inaccuracy of GPS position due to Multi Patch error, users should have
caution when
a) Near various local obstructions around receiver’s antenna
b) High HDOP values
c) Coastal Navigation
d) Manoeuvring
10. Explain about Datum and Datum shift. When do you need to apply it and how to apply
it? (10 Marks)

11. What are the content of LRIT messages, which parties entitle to receive these messages
and how to arrange the interval of transmitting? (10 Marks)

12. Describe the basic principle of echo sounder. (10 Marks)

 SET 2

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. _____ are narrow steel strips extending for about one half of the length of the ship
amidships and are mounted at the turn of the keel.
A. Frames
B. Pillars
C. Floors
D. Bilge keels

2. _____ is the volume of the cylinder on top of the piston when the piston is at top dead
center.
A. Stroke
B. Clearance volume
C. Swept volume
D. Compression ratio

3. The _____ transfers forward or astern propeller thrust to the hull and limits axial
movement of the shaft to protect the main engine.
A. stern tube
B. stern frame
C. thrust block
D. tail-end shaft

4. The air starting speed of the engine should be at least ____ of the normal rated speed
to get sufficient compression temperature.
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 40%

5. The _____ is the cast iron or mild steel tube through which the propeller shaft passes
through the stern of the ship.
A. stern tube
B. stern frame
C. thrust block
D. tail-end shaft
 6. In boiler fuel oil system a_____ valve is necessary when starting up, so that the cold
oil can be circulated through the heater and the system, until the temperature of the oil
is high enough for efficient atomization.
A. quick-closing
B. re-circulating
C. drain
D. self-closing

7. The main steering gear must be able to put rudder from 35 Deg. on one side to 30
Deg. on the other side within _____.
A. 15 seconds
B. 30 seconds
C. 28 seconds
D. 60 seconds

8. Discharge into the sea of oil or oily mixtures from the cargo area of an oil tanker can
be made only when the tanker is more than _____ nautical miles from the nearest
land.
A. 3
B. 12
C. 50
D. anywhere

9. ____are fitted on the adjacent pipe of the cylinder starting valves to prevent flame
enter back into the main manifold of the system.
A. Relief valves
B. Safety valves
C. Gauges
D. Flame traps

10. In _____ boiler the feed water is passed through the tubes and the hot gases pass over
them.
A. water tube
B. fire tube
C. Scotch
D. tank

(Answer any two questions)

2. A battery of e.m.f. 42 volts and internal resistance 7 ohms feeds a circuit consisting of
three resistors connected in parallel. The resistors have values of 2 ohms, 4 ohms and 8
ohms. Find the battery current, the battery terminal voltage and current in each resistor.
(10 marks)

3. A ship of 12,000 tonne displacement has an Admiralty Coefficient of 550. Calculate the
shaft power at 16 knots. (10 marks)
4. A vessel left port with 300 tonne of fuel in the bunkers, covered a journey of 2448 nautical
miles at a speed of 12 knots and arrived at her destination with 45 tonne of fuel in hand.
What speed would have enabled the ship to arrive at her destination with the same reserve
of fuel if she started off from port with 233 tonne in the bunkers? What would be the
daily consumption of fuel at the new speed? (10 marks)

(Answer any two questions)

5. (a) What are the MARPOL regulations controlling discharge of sewage overboard ?
(5 marks)
(b) Explain about a biological sewage treatment systems. (5 marks)

6. (a) How do you understand “Fire Triangle”? (2 marks)

(b) Describe about Emergency Fire Pump. (8 marks)

7. (a) What are the safety circuits incorporated on the main engine for Bridge Control?
(5 marks)
(b) List the safety interlock incorporated in the Bridge Control system regarding main
engine? (5 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)

8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. Ship’s LRIT information can be transmitted via Inmarsat and MF/HF radio
communication.
2. AIS provides that users can predict CPA and TCPA of the other vessel.
3. EM log is based on “inversely proportion of induced EMF and speed of conductor
movement.
4. VDR system should be subjected to annual performance test.
5. Basic principle of echo sounder uses the formula of “Depth = velocity of sound x time
taken / 2”.
6. C/A code transmits on L1 frequency band only.
7. Conductivity of seawater affects the accuracy of Doppler log.
8. Not all vessels equipped with AIS.
9. Velocity of sound energy in seawater at 15⁰ C is approximately 1500 kts.
10. While good GDOP is observed, the size of uncertainty area will be small and
receiver’s position is precise.
9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. AIS can handle multiple reports at rapid updates rate by the use of
a) FDMA
b) CDMA
c) TDMA
d) FDMA/ CDMA
2. IMO standard of Errors in the indicated distance run, when the ship is operating free
from shallow water effect and from the effects of wind, current and tide.
a) Should not exceed 2% of the distance run by the ship in 1 h.
b) 0.2 nautical in each hour
c) Should not exceed 2% of the distance run by the ship in 1 h or 0.2 nautical
miles in each hour
d) Should not exceed 2% of the distance run by the ship in 1 h or 0.2 nautical
miles in each hour, whichever is greater.
3. DGPS works in the following range between DGPS receiver and DGPS station
(reference station).
a) 100 - 250 nm
b) 100 - 250 km
c) 250 - 400 nm
d) 250 - 400 km
4. Horizontal position accuracy of GPS in Precise Position Service is
a) 25 m
b) 23 m
c) 21 m
d) 12 m
5. The depth of water displaying on the echo sounder could be counter-checked by
a) Using hand lead line only
b) By bar check only
c) Using hand lead line or by bar check
d) Nothing at all
6. Electromagnetic log can measure
a) Speed through the water.
b) Speed over the ground.
c) Speed through the water and speed over the ground.
d) Full movement of the vessel.
7. The primary presentation of echo sounder’s depth should be
a) Digital display
b) Analogue display
c) Graphical display
d) Graphical and analogue display
 8. GPS uses the following horizontal datum.
a) GTRF
b) SGS 85
c) SGS 90
d) WGS 84
9. Simple Doppler log can measure
a) Speed through the water.
b) Speed over the ground.
c) Speed through the water and speed over the ground.
d) Full movement of the vessel.
10. The following wave will move in Straight Line from Transmitter to Receiver. It offers
line-of-sight communications.
a) Ground
b) Sky
c) Space
d) Radio

10. Explain how to obtain speed in Doppler log and what type of speed can be displayed.
(10 Marks)

11. Describe the errors usually occur in GPS. (10 Marks)

12. Enumerate the echo sounder’s false echoes and explain methods of eliminating them.
(10 Marks)
 SET 3

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. When combustion taken place in the two stroke engine cylinder the ____ of the
crankpin bearing is loaded.
A. upper half
B. lower half
C. side
D. any part

2. ____ is the rate of doing work and the unit is watts.

A. Pressure
B. Force
C. Power
D. Energy

3. To reduce pulsating effect _____ are fitted on the discharge side of the reciprocating
pumps.
A. relief valves
B. air vessels
C. stop valves
D. pressure gauges

4. To enable the main engine to start easily it is required to _____ before departure.
A. cool
B. preheat
C. lubricate
D. overhaul

5. The _____ is the cast iron or mild steel tube through which the propeller shaft passes
through the stern of the ship.
A. stern tube
B. stern frame
C. thrust block
D. tail-end shaft
 6. Carbon dioxide is most suitable for _____ fire.
A. electrical
B. gas
C. inflammable liquid
D. carboneous

7. _____ are used to removed water and suspended solids from oil.
A. Clarifiers
B. Heat exchangers
C. Evaporators
D. Purifiers

8. _____ type pump is one in which a definite volume of liquid is delivered for each
cycle of pump operation, regardless of the resistance offered.
A. Positive displacement
B. Non-positive displacement
C. Roto-dynamic
D. Propeller

9. ___ is the process in which the temperature of a space or contents is reduced to below
that of their surroundings.
A. Refrigeration
B. Ventilation
C. Air conditioning
D. Gas freeing

10. The air starting speed of the engine should be at least ____ of the normal rated speed
to get sufficient compression temperature.
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 40%

(Answer any two questions)

2. A ship travels at 14 knots when the propeller, 5 m pitch, turns at 105 rev/min. If the wake
fraction is 0.35, calculate the apparent and real slip. (10 marks)

3. A vessel left port with 560 tonne of fuel in the bunker tanks, covering a distance of 5000
nm at a speed of 14 knots, arriving with 80 tonne ROB. Calculate: (a) the reduced speed it
would have to maintain, so as to arrive with the same ROB, if the initial quantity was
only 510 tonne, and (b) the daily consumption at this speed. (10 marks)

4. One resistor group consists of 4 ohms, 6 ohms and 8 ohms connected in parallel and a
second group consists of 3 ohms and 6 ohms in parallel. The two groups are connected in
series across a 24 volts supply. Calculate (a) the circuit current, (b) the potential
difference across each group and (c) the current in each resistor. (10 marks)
 (Answer any two questions)

5. (a) Sketch working stages of operation of a four stroke diesel engine. (5 marks)
(b) Explain about diesel engine cooling, stating why cooling is important, what are the
engine parts to be cooled and the cooling mediums used. (5 marks)

6. (a) What are the safety circuits incorporated on the main engine for Bridge Control?
(5 marks)
(b) List the safety interlock incorporated in the Bridge Control system regarding main
engine? (5 marks)

7. (a) What is Scavenging? (2 marks)

(b) Describe the scavenging methods, using suitable sketches. (8 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)
8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.
1. DGPS station transmits correction data to roving users via VHF band.
2. AIS can use only ship to ship, ship to shore information exchange.
3. Dual axis configuration in Doppler log system fitted transducer quadruple elements in
forward part of vessel.
4. The requirement of SVDR capsule is different from VDR capsule.
5. EM log provide SOW only.
6. Satellite derived position shift is required to apply on the chart of WGS 84 datum.
7. Recorded data in VDR/ SVDR capsule must maintain at least one year following
termination of recording.
8. Vessel position shown on an electronic chart is always correct.
9. Accuracy of Doppler log is based on angle of transmitting of the pulse 60⁰ from
vertical plane.
10. Integrated Bridge System is to increase the efficiency in overall management of the
ship.
9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. OOW should set the depth unit of the echo sounder as charted depth unit to normally
avoid
a) Reading depth against wrong scale
b) Unit reading error
c) Trim and heel error
d) Bar check

2. Position accuracy obtained by DGPS system is –

a) 5 - 10 meters
b) 3 - 5 meters
c) 5 – 15 meters
 d) same accuracy as good GPS
3. DGPS station normally send the “correction value” to ships in the vicinity through -
a) HF
b) MF
c) Master control station
d) Up-load station

4. Pythagorean error in the echo sounder does not occur

a) If two transducers are used in the system and navigating in shallow water
b) If only one transducer is used in the system
c) If the gain control is properly set
d) If the UKC is low

5. Vertical position accuracy of GPS in Precise Position service is

a) 29.7 m
b) 24.7 m
c) 27.7 m
d) 26.7 m

6. In GPS, following quantity of satellites are arranged to view 9.5 degrees above the
observer.
a) 3
b) 4
c) 5
d) 6

7. Accuracy of EM log interfered with

a) Shoals of fish
b) Speed of sound energy
c) Ocean currents
d) Quality of the reflected echo

8. What is selective availability?

a) The limited window of time during which GPS signals are within line-of-sight
of a receiving antenna.
b) The intentional degradation of GPS signals to deny full access to unauthorized
users.
c) The Department of Defence classification of GPS users with access to the Y-
code (the encrypted P-code).
d) A local tangent-plane coordinate system used to provide flat earth
approximations for a small area (<12 km).

9. AIS data display which indicates direction of movements of targets shows

a) Movement direction and speed over the ground
b) Movement direction and speed over the water
c) Movement direction and speed same as ARPA
d) Movement direction and speed come from independent tracking system
onboard
 10. While Automatic Steering System in operational mode, OOW should have special
attention of
a) Setting of Off Course Alarm
b) Setting of Weather Control
c) Setting of counter rudder
d) Setting of rudder control

10. When would you take particular cautions on which factors for using GPS position and
how to take actions during such time. (10 Marks)

11. Describe the item which can cause the error in Doppler log. (10 Marks)

12. Enumerate and describe the cause of echo sounder’s common error. (10 Marks)
 SET 4

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. _____ of an engine is the product of piston area and stroke.

A. Stroke
B. Clearance volume
C. Swept volume
D. Compression ratio

2. Four methods fire extinguishing are_____.

A. cooling, smothering, cut-off fuel and chain breaking
B. cooling, smothering, cut-off fuel and blanketing
C. cooling, cut-off fuel, chain breaking and quenching
D. cut-off fuel, chain breaking, smothering and inerting

3. The temperature above which it is impossible to liquefy the refrigerant, regardless of

pressure is called ___ temperature .
A. ignition
B. ambient
C. acid dew
D. critical

4. _____ power will be less than the shaft power because of friction from bearings and
stern tube.
A. Indicated
B. Brake
C. Mechanical
D. Propeller

5. _____ type pump is one in which a definite volume of liquid is delivered for each
cycle of pump operation, regardless of the resistance offered.
A. Positive displacement
B. Non-positive displacement
C. Roto-dynamic
D. Propeller
 6. Fuel tank suction valves are arranged for rapid closing from the remote point by the
use of _____ valves.
A. self-closing
B. quick-closing
C. blow down
D. check

7. All bilge suction valves are of _____ type.

A. screw-lift
B. gate
C. ball
D. screw-down non-return

8. _____ is a gas which contains insufficient oxygen to support combustion of

hydrocarbons.
A. Inert gas
B. Ozone
C. CFC
D. Hydro-carbon

9. The _____ is the cast iron or mild steel tube through which the propeller shaft passes
through the stern of the ship.
A. stern tube
B. stern frame
C. thrust block
D. tail-end shaft

10. _____ is the distance a propeller drives forward for each complete revolution.
A. Propeller slip
B. Propeller pitch
C. Speed
D. Skew

(Attempt any two questions)

2. Calculate the resistance of a shunt required to operate with a milli-ammeter, which gives
full scale deflection for a current of 15 milli-amperes and which has a resistance of 5
ohms. The combination of meter and shunt is required to read current up to 100 amperes.
(10 marks)

3. The area of an indicator diagram taken for one cylinder of a six cylinder, two stroke large
diesel engine is 450 mm2. The length is 72 mm and the indicator spring scale is 1 mm =
150 kN/m2. The diameter of the cylinders is 900 mm, stroke is 1800 mm and the engine
speed is 105 rpm. Calculate;

(i) the indicated power of the engine, assuming all cylinders develop equal power.
(ii) the thrust power, if the mechanical efficiency of the engine is 97%, the transmission
losses are 3% and the propeller efficiency is 95%. (10 marks)
4. The pitch angle of blades of a propeller measured at a radii of 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 meter
are respectively 40, 29, 24 and 21 degrees. Calculate pitch of propeller. During a voyage
when propeller was turning at 103 rpm, the actual speed of ship was 12.8 knots. Calculate
percentage slip. (10 marks)

(Attempt any two questions)

5. List the boiler mountings, stating their functions briefly. (10 marks)

6. (a) What are the SOLAS Convention Regulations regarding crankcase explosion relief
valves? (3 marks)
(b) Explain how does a primary explosion occurs in the engine crankcase? (7 marks)

7. (a) What is “Ventilation” ? (2 marks)

(b) State reasons why the cargo holds and engine room required to be ventilated.
(8 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)
8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.
1. AIS message can be transmitted and received within MF coverage range.
2. Pythagorean error in echo sounder occurs when the vessel is in shallow water.
3. DGPS station transmits correction data to roving users via MF band.
4. AIS uses Time Differential Multiple Assess system.
5. While good GDOP is observed, the size of uncertainty area will be large and receiver’s
position is precise.
6. SOW is recommended to be fed radar aided system for collision avoidance.
7. There is no difference between VDR and SVDR.
8. Janus configuration in Doppler log eliminates trim and heel error.
9. Ship’s LRIT information can be transmitted via Inmarsat only.
10. (PPS) Precise Positioning Service can’t be accessed by normal users.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. VDR and SVDR onboard includes in following statutory Certificate
a) Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate (Form E)
b) Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate (Form E)
c) Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate (Form E)
d) Record of Equipment for the ISPS Certificate
2. The carriers and the PSN codes are used mainly to determine
a) Satellite’s Ephemeris
b) pseudo range from the user’s receiver to the GPS satellite
c) Clock bias
d) Atmospheric delay
3. VDR and SVDR onboard can record data upto
a) 12 hours before set point
b) 24 hours before set point
c) 6 hours before set point
d) 18 hours before set point

4. Principle of Electromagnetic Log is based on the –

a) Faraday principle of electromagnetic induction
b) Kepler’s law
c) Doppler’s effect
d) Elementary law of Magnetism

5. One of the following statements’ is the best for signal transmission in Doppler Log?
a) Less than 60 degrees to horizontal.
b) More than 60 degrees to horizontal.
c) Exactly 60 degrees to horizontal.
d) Less than 60 degrees to vertical
6. The latitude, longitude, and altitude displayed by a GPS receiver represent:
a) an estimate of the receiver's antenna position
b) the height above MSL
c) the three dimensional position fix with millimetre accuracy
d) the height above the reference ellipsoid

7. What is differential GPS?

a) A method for correcting GPS measurements by comparing bias errors between
a known location and the position of a "roving" GPS receiver.
b) The variance between Code and Carrier Phase GPS positioning.
c) Multipath or imaging problems that causes position errors in a GPS code-
tracking receiver.
d) The design variations between the US (GPS) and the Russian (GLONASS)
satellite positioning systems.

8. GPS satellite orbits are

a) Elliptical
b) Circular
c) Quasi-circular
d) Nearly elliptical

9. For depth sounding equipment design purpose a sound speed value of

a) 1505 m/s
b) 1500 m/s
c) 1535 m/s
d) 1432 m/s

10. Pythagorean error is the error of

a) EM log
b) Doppler log
c) Echo sounder
d) GPS
10. How would you care and maintenance the transducer plate during dry docking.
Explain how to check the accuracy of echo sounder. (10 Marks)

11. Describe how the position fixing is achieved in GNSS. (10 Marks)

12. Illustrate and explain brief about Janus configuration in Doppler log system.
(10 Marks)
 SET 5

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. If two dissimilar metals are joined together to form a closed circuit and one end of the
junctions is kept cold while the other is heated a ____ will flow from higher potential
metal to lower potential metal.
A. voltage
B. resistance
C. current
D. electro-motive force

2. The ___ is used to find out the relative humidity in a compartment.

A. thermometer
B. hygrometer
C. hydrometer
D. barometer

3. The temperature above which it is impossible to liquefy the refrigerant, regardless of

pressure is called ___ temperature.
A. ignition
B. ambient
C. acid dew
D. critical

4. _____ are narrow steel strips extending for about one half of the length of the ship
amidships and are mounted at the turn of the keel.
A. Frames
B. Pillars
C. Floors
D. Bilge keels

5. System lubricating oil pressure kept _____ that of cooling sea water in the cooler to
prevent sea water leaking into the system.
A. lower than
B. same as
C. higher than
D. any of the above
 6. Discharge into the sea of oil or oily mixtures from the cargo area of an oil tanker can
be made only when the tanker is more than _____ nautical miles from the nearest
land.
A. 3
B. 12
C. 50
D. anywhere
7. All bilge suction valves are of _____ type.
A. screw-lift
B. gate
C. ball
D. screw-down non-return
8. The ___ are mounted in pairs, on a single chest, to protect boiler against over
pressure.
A. gauge glass
B. blow-down valves
C. safety valves
D. feed check valves
9. Oil return from engine bearings to drain tank should be submerged under the level of
oil to avoid danger from _____ .
A. explosion
B. contamination
C. loss of oil
D. undercooling
10. If any carbon dioxide cylinder in fixed fire-fighting system has lost about _____ of its
weight then it must be recharged.
A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 0%

(Answer any two questions)

2. Two resistors of 60 kilo-ohms and 40 kilo-ohms values are connected in series across 240
volts supply and a volt-meter having a resistance value of 40 kilo-ohms is connected
across the 40 kilo-ohms resistor. What is the reading on the volt-meter? (10 marks)

3. The pitch angle of blades of a propeller measured at a radii of 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 meter
are respectively 40, 29, 24 and 21 degrees. Calculate pitch of propeller. During a voyage
when propeller was turning at 103 rpm, the actual speed of ship was 12.8 knots. Calculate
percentage slip. (10 marks)

4. A ship requires a shaft power of 2800 kW at 14 knots, and the Admiralty Coefficient is
520. Calculate
(a) the displacement
(b) the shaft power if the speed is reduced by 15%. (10 marks)
 (Answer any two questions)

5. (a) How do you understand “Fire Triangle”? (2 marks)

(b) Describe about Emergency Fire Pump. (8 marks)

6. What are the preparation works usually done by engineers on main engine at the
following periods (10 marks)
(a) Before sailing
(b) At Full-away
(c) Prior to arrival stand-by
(d) At Finish with engine.

7. (a) Sketch a centrifugal pump. (5 marks)

(b) Explain how does it work? (5 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)

8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. GDOP is Geometrical Dilution of Precession.

2. Velocity of Radio wave is approximately 300x 108 ms-1.
3. AIS uses Code Differential Multiple Asses system.
4. Michael Faraday’s Law stated that amplitude of the induced e.m.f is directly
proportional to the speed of the movement.
5. VDR/ SVDR capsule is highly visible colour and marked with retro-reflective
material.
6. The purpose of VDR is to maintain stored information in safe and replaceable form.
7. (SPS) Standard Positioning Service can be accessed by normal user.
8. VDR/ SVDR capsule with float free system has lower installation coasts.
9. SOG is recommended to be fed radar aided system for collision avoidance.
10. The purpose of LRIT is to improve maritime safety, security and assist with SAR.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. The speed displayed by GPS receiver represent:

a) Speed through the water
b) Speed over the water
c) Speed over the ground
d) Relative speed with measured satellites

2. GPS system is keeping

 a) Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
b) Ship’s Mean Time (SMT)
c) International Atomic Time (TAI)
d) GPS Time

3. Electromagnetic log uses one of the following to obtain speed of the vessel.
a) Speed of light in the water
b) Electromagnetic induction
c) Ground wave
d) Doppler effect

4. Echo sounder uses one of the following to obtain depth of water.

a) Speed of light in the water
b) Speed of sound in the water
c) Ground wave
d) Doppler effect

5. Velocity of the sound calibrated in the echo sounder is

a) 300,000 m/s
b) 1505 m/s
c) 1500 m/s
d) 1535 m/s

6. Multi Path error is caused in GPS due to –

a) Caused by the radio signal bouncing off various local obstructions before
arriving receiver.
b) Caused by the discrepancies in the accuracy within the atomic clocks used in
the system.
c) Radio signal travelling through Atmosphere experiencing delay.
d) Improper choice of satellites.

7. In GPS, following quantity of satellites and elevation are required to view in order to
obtain a good fix generally.
a) At least 4 satellites with elevation of <9.5 degrees.
b) At least 4 satellites with elevation of >9.5 degrees.
c) At least 3 satellites with elevation of <8.5 degrees.
d) At least 4 satellites with elevation of <8.5 degrees.

8. Before switching on the sounder,

a) Only gain control should be set at zero level
b) Only gain control should be set at maximum level
c) All controls should be set at maximum level
d) All controls should be set at zero level

9. Electromagnetic Log is based on the -

a) Faraday principle of electromagnetic induction
b) Kepler’s law
c) Doppler effect
b) aws of floatation
 10. With a Janus configration in Doppler Log system, the error is reduced to -
a) 0.1 %
b) 0.2 %
c) 0.3 %
d) Zero
10. What is the meaning of DOP and GDOP. Illustrate good GDOP and poor GDOP.
(10 Marks)

11. Explain working principle of Acoustic Correlation log with block diagram and
information obtained from it. (10 Marks)

12. Describe the function and setting of controls in auto pilot system. (10 Marks)
 SET 6

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)
Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. Normal atmospheric pressure supports a column of mercury ____ high.

A. 760 mm
B. 40 feet
C. 10.3 meter
D. 33 feet

2. ___ are fitted between the drive motors and the gearing of windlass to avoid shock
loading on the cable when, for example, the anchor is being housed.
A. Slipping clutches
B. Cable lifters
C. Brakes
D. Warp-ends

3. Height of hatch coamings in the weather deck are _____ that of hatch coamings on
the upper decks.
A. higher than
B. same as
C. lower than
D. any of the above

4. Emergency fire pump is usually located _____.

A. in machinery space
B. remote from machinery space
C. in bridge
D. in accommodation

5. The amount of fuel injected into the combustion chamber in a unit time or in one
degree of crank angle is called _____ of fuel injection.
A. fuel injection timing
B. atomization
C. rate
D. penetration
 6. The ___ is used to find out the relative humidity in a compartment.
A. thermometer
B. hygrometer
C. hydrometer
D. barometer

7. To prevent pressure build up in the tank, when filling, the vent pipe of the fuel oil
tank is made _____ than that of the filling pipe.
A. smaller
B. larger
C. same
D. any size

8. The steering gear should be thoroughly checked and tested within _____.
A. 24 hours after arrival port
B. 12 hours after arrival port
C. 24 hours before departure
D. 12 hours before departure

9. Raw sewage can be discharged when the ship is at distance more than _____ nautical
miles from the nearest land.
A. 3
B. 12
C. 50
D. Anywhere

10. To obtain instant response of hydraulic power to move the rudder, _____ pumps are
used in hydraulic steering gear.
A. gear pump
B. variable stroke delivery pump
C. screw pump
D. centrifugal

(Attempt any two questions)

2. A ship requires a shaft power of 2800 kW at 14 knots, and the Admiralty Coefficient is
520. Calculate;
(a) the displacement
(b) the shaft power if the speed is reduced by 15%. (10 marks)

3. A vessel with a displacement of 12250 tonnes burns 290 tonnes of fuel when travelling at
a speed of 15 knots on a voyage of 2850 nautical miles. For a voyage of 1800 nautical
miles at a speed of 13 knots and a displacement of 14200 tonnes estimate the quantity of
fuel that will be burnt. (10 marks)

4. A circuit is made up from four resistors of values 2 ohms, 4 ohms, 5 ohms and 10 ohms
connected in parallel. If the current is 8.6amperes, find the voltage dropped across the
arrangement and the current in each resistor. (10 marks)
 (Answer any two questions)

5. (a) How do you understand “Inert Gas”? (2 marks)

(b) Explain about an inert gas system usually fitted on large tankers. (8 marks)

6. Enumerate fittings which are necessary for fuel oil service and settling tanks.
(10 marks)

7. (a) What is “Ventilation” ? (2 marks)

(b) State reasons why the cargo holds and engine room required to be ventilated.
(8 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)
8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. Integrated Bridge System is a combination of navigational data to enhance safety and

efficient movement of the ship.
2. Speed Over the Water is measured having reference from water around vessel.
3. OOW should use GPS with caution while low value of GDOP is observed.
4. Dormant period of BNWAS is between 3 min to 12 min.
5. Michael Faraday’s Law stated that amplitude of the induced e.m.f is inversely
proportional to the speed of the movement.
6. Ship’s LRIT information can be transmitted via MF/HF radio communication.
7. The purpose of VDR is to maintain stored information in secure and retrievable form.
8. Doppler log uses Electronic Magnetic Induction.
9. To receive DGPS correction data, the receiver need to fix MF bacon receiver.
10. Datum shift is Lat and Long difference between two or more particular datum.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. In order to obtain more accurate position, DGPS system uses –

a) Time differential method
b) Position differential method
c) Both Time differential method and Position differential method
d) Datum shift

2. GPS uses both following carrier frequencies.

a) L5 and L3
b) L3 and L1
c) L1 and L2
d) L1 and L5
3. Multiple echoes appears when
a) Reflected from sea surface
b) Small noise of echoes appear between transmitting line and between bottom
echoes
c) Navigating over the good reflected bottom with high sensitivity transmission
b) Echoes received from bottom plating
4. Ionospheric and Atmospheric errors are caused in GPS due to –
a) Caused by the radio signal bouncing off various local obstructions before
arriving receiver.
b) Caused by the discrepancies in the accuracy within the atomic clocks used in
the system.
c) Radio signal travelling through Atmosphere experiencing delay.
d) Improper choice of satellites.
5. Accuracy of EM log interfered with
a) Seaweeds
b) Speed of sound energy
c) Vessel’s rolling and pitching
d) Quality of the reflected echo
6. Typical operating range of the EM log is up to
a) 0 to 50 knots
b) 0 to 40 knots
c) Only less than 20 knots
d) Only more than 3 knots
7. Principle of the Acoustic Correlation log is
a) Very similar to EM log
b) Very similar to Doppler log
c) Completed different from EM log and Doppler log
d) Only different from EM log
8. Positional or Ephemeris errors are caused in GPS due to –
a) Caused by the radio signal bouncing off various local obstructions before
arriving receiver.
b) Caused by the actual positions of the SVs differ from predicted SV positions
in the system.
c) Radio signal travelling through Atmosphere experiencing delay.
d) Improper choice of satellites.
9. GNSS requires at least (4) satellites with below elevation above receiver’s horizon.
a) 8.5 deg
b) 9.0 deg
c) 9.5 deg
d) 9.1 deg
10. GNSS is required to be fitted onboard as per SOLAS Chapter
a) Chapter V, Regulation 19
b) Chapter V, Regulation 27
c) Chapter IV, Regulation 3
d) Chapter IV, Regulation 19
10. Describe working principle of EM log, illustrate the block diagram. (10 Marks)

11. Describe Two positioning services in GPS. (10 Marks)

12. What is the purpose of Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm and explain its operation
system. (10 Marks)
 SET 7

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)

Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)
1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. The air starting speed of the engine should be at least ____ of the normal rated speed
to get sufficient compression temperature.
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 40%

2. The capacity of air receiver is sufficient for ____ starts for reversible engines.
A. 6
B. 10
C. 12
D. 15

3. ____ is the rate of doing work and the unit is watts.

A. Pressure
B. Force
C. Power
D. Energy

4. _____ is necessary to regulate material temperatures to a level that will ensure the
material strength.
A. Warming
B. Heating
C. Cooling
D. Priming

5. The temperature of exhaust gas leaving the exhaust gas boilers must not less than 180’
C to prevent ____ which is about 140’ C.
A. flash point
B. ignition point
C. acid dew point
D. critical point
 6. The ___ are mounted in pairs, on a single chest, to protect boiler against over
pressure.
A. gauge glass
B. blow-down valves
C. safety valves
D. feed check valves

7. _____ is the distance a propeller drives forward for each complete revolution.
A. Propeller slip
B. Propeller pitch
C. Speed
D. Skew

8. _____ are fitted in various pipelines which require to prevent reverse flow.
A. check valves
B. quick closing valves
C. relief valves
D. self-closing valves

9. The hydraulic telemotor system is required to be charged with _____.

A. non-freezing oil
B. engine oil
C. cylinder oil
D. motor oil

10. According to the relevant MARPOL regulations the sulphur content of any fuel oil
used on board ships shall not exceed _____ m/m.
A. 1%
B. 1.5%
C. 3.5%
D. 4%

(Answer any two questions)

2. The area of an indicator diagram taken for one cylinder of a six cylinder, two stroke large
diesel engine is 450 mm2. The length is 72 mm and the indicator spring scale is
1 mm = 150 kN/m2. The diameter of the cylinders is 900 mm, stroke is 1800 mm and the
engine speed is 105 rpm. Calculate;
(i) the indicated power of the engine, assuming all cylinders develop equal power.
(ii) the thrust power, if the mechanical efficiency of the engine is 97%, the transmission
losses are 3% and the propeller efficiency is 95%. (10 marks)

3. The pitch angle of a propeller blade measured at radii of 1,1.5, 2, 2.5 and 3 meter are 42 ,
32, 26, 22 and 19 degree respectively. Calculate the pitch of the propeller. This propeller
turns at 110 rpm and drives the ship at 15 knots. Calculate the apparent slip.
(10 marks)
4. Two resistors of 60 kilo-ohms and 40 kilo-ohms values are connected in series across 240
volts supply and a volt-meter having a resistance value of 40 kilo-ohms is connected
across the 40 kilo-ohms resistor. What is the reading on the volt-meter?
 (Answer any two questions)

5. Regarding Scavenge fire, explain briefly the followings:

(a) causes of scavenge space fire (5 marks)
(b) fire fighting methods (5 marks)

6. Write short notes on the following

(a) Fuses (3 marks)
(b) Circuit breakers (2 marks)
(c) Preferential trips (5 marks)

7. What are the preparation works usually done by engineers on main engine at the
following periods. (10 marks)
(a) Before sailing
(b) At Full-away
(c) Prior to arrival stand-by
(d) At Finish with engine

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)

9. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. The higher the DOP value the better the quality.
2. The purpose of BNWAS is to monitor the security of bridge.
3. The difference between the received frequency and the transmitted frequency is
Doppler frequency shift.
4. C/A code transmits on L1, L2 frequency band.
5. At the end of dormant period the system initiate a visual indication on bridge.
6. (PPS) Precise Positioning Service can’t be accessed by authorized user.
7. EM log provide SOW and SOG.
8. VDR/ SVDR capsule is white colour and marked with retro-reflective material.
9. If 1st stage audible alarm is not reset in 12 sec, sound second stage remote audible
alarm.
10. Janus configuration in Doppler log can reduce trim and heel error.

10. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

Ironospheric delay is dependent on
a) Earth’s gravity force
b) Earth’s magnetism
c) Total electron count
d) Water vapours in atmosphere
2. DGPS is able to eliminate
a) Atmospheric error
b) Receiver’s clock error
c) Ephemeris error
d) all errors except multi paths error of GPS
3. Doppler log with Janus axis configuration can determine
a) Speed through the water only.
b) Speed over the ground only.
c) Depth of the water only.
d) Speed through the water and speed over the ground

4. Acoustic correlation log can measure

a) Speed through the water only.
b) Speed over the ground only.
c) Speed through the water, speed over the ground and depth.
d) Longitudinal and athwartship movement of the vessel.

5. The purpose of the Janus configuration in Doppler log is to

a) remove the error due to heel only.
b) remove the error due to heel and trim.
c) remove the error due to trim only.
d) d . obtain longitudinal movement and athwartship movement of the vessel at two
locations.

6. Wavelength (λ) & frequency (ƒ) are inter-related each other

a) Directly proportional
b) Inversely proportional
c) Equal to
d) Have no relation

7. The following wave is emitted in horizontal direction and travels along the curvature
of the Earth.
a) Ground wave
b) Sky wave
c) Space wave
d) radio wave

8. The Integrated Navigation System offers

a) More crew members on the bridge
b) Improved safety
c) Alarm when the OOW is disable to perform navigation tasks
d) Alarm when the OOW fails to reset the system in time specified

9. Rate of Turn Indicator (ROTI) shows

a) Turning Rate of the vessel with degree per min
b) Rate of change of course with degree per min
c) Turning of rate of sensor which is fixed at forward with degree per min
d) Turning of rate of sensor which is fixed at aft with degree per min

10. Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System includes emergency call to Master
a) By pressing continuously 5 sec of Reset Buttom
b) By turning of the Key
c) By Public Address System
d) By pressing direct calling points on bridge
11. What is GNSS? Name the system consists in GNSS and general information provided
by the system. (10 Marks)

12. What advantages and limitations will be encountered for user of EM speed log
measurement device? (10 Marks)

13. Explain how to obtain depth of water in echo sounder. (10 Marks)
 SET 8

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)

Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. To obtain instant response of hydraulic power to move the rudder, _____ pumps are
used in hydraulic steering gear.
A. gear pump
B. variable stroke delivery pump
C. screw pump
D. centrifugal

2. A _____ valve should be fully open or closed and not suitable for flow control.
A. gate
B. globe
C. ball
D. plug

3. The capacity of air receiver is sufficient for ____ starts for reversible engines.
A. 6
B. 10
C. 12
D. 15

4. ___ are fitted between the drive motors and the gearing of windlass to avoid shock
loading on the cable when, for example, the anchor is being housed.
A. Slipping clutches
B. Cable lifters
C. Brakes
D. Warp-ends

5. The actual power developed in the cylinders derived from the high pressure, hot gases
acting on the piston area is known as _____ power.
A. indicated
B. brake
C. shaft
D. developed
 6. When combustion taken place in the two stroke engine cylinder the ____ of the
crankpin bearing is loaded.
A. upper half
B. lower half
C. side
D. any part

7. System lubricating oil pressure kept _____ that of cooling sea water in the cooler to
prevent sea water leaking into the system.
A. lower than
B. same as
C. higher than
D. any of the above

8. To enable the main engine to start easily it is required to _____ before departure.
A. cool
B. preheat
C. lubricate
D. overhaul

9. Process of exchanging gases in cylinder after expansion with fresh air is known as
_____ .
A. scavenging
B. turbo-charging
C. super-charging
D. gas freeing

10. The sulphur content of fuel oil used on board ships in a SOx Emission Control Area
does not exceed _____ m/m on and after 1 January 2015.
A. 0.1%
B. 1%
C. 1.5%
D. 3.5%

(Attempt any two questions)

2. A ship travelled a distance of 800 nautical miles at a speed of 10 knots, and burned 100
tonnes of fuel on voyage. How far could this ship travel at a speed of 12 knots on a total
consumption of 220 tonnes, assuming the displacement to be the same in each case.
(10 marks)

3. A ship travels at 14 knots when the propeller, 5 m pitch, turns at 105 revolutions per
minute. If the wake fraction is 0.35, calculate the apparent and real slip.
(10 marks)

4. A circuit is built up from 5 resistors. Resistors of values 4 ohms, 6 ohms and 8 ohms are
connected in parallel to form a group, whilst resistors of 3 ohms and 6 ohms are
connected in parallel to form another group. The two parallel groups of resistors are
 connected in series across a 10 volts supply. Find the voltage dropped across each parallel
group, the main supply current and the current in each resistors. (10 marks)

(Answer any two questions)

5. (a) Draw a line diagram of carbon dioxide fire-fighting fixed installation used on board.
(5 marks)
(b) Describe about the carbon dioxide cylinders, stating how cylinders are calculate,
where stored and when they are charged. (5 marks)

6. (a) Draw a navigation light circuit. (5 marks)

(b) Describe the requirements for the above system. (5 marks)

7. (a) Describe about a controllable pitch propeller as you understand. (3 marks)

(b) What are the advantages and disadvantages of using controllable pitch propeller?
(7 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)

8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. VDR/ SVDR capsule with fixed type has lower recovery coast.
2. The higher the DOP value the poorer the quality.
3. If second stage remote audible alarm is not reset in 90 sec, sound third stage remote audible
alarm as general alarm.
4. Dormant period of BNWAS must not exceed 3 min.
5. Dual axis in Doppler log provides forward movement of the vessel.
6. EM log is based on “directly proportion of induced EMF and speed of conductor movement.
7. Ship’s LRIT information transmits to Data Centre by manual only.
8. Auto pilot system has control setting knobs to provide the best performance in prevailing sea
and weather condition.
9. Velocity of sound energy in seawater at 15⁰ C is exactly 1500 ms-1.
10. Both VDR and SVDR capsule are fixed and float free version.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. GLONASS Satellite’s orbit incline to plane of equator

a. 55˚
b. 56˚
c. 64˚
d. 60˚
2. Integrated Navigation System mostly offers high advantages. But, one of the limitations is
a. The system is semi-automatic
b. More crew member are required together to operate the system
c. Familiarisation with the system
d. Language problem

3. Reducing fuel costs is the advantage of the

a. Radar/ARPA
b. ECDIS
c. Adaptive autopilot
d. DGPS

4. With a Janus configuration transducer system, the error is reduced to

a. 5%
b. 0.1%
c. 0.2%
d. Fully eliminated

5. Ironospheric delay can be corrected by

a. Using high accuracy clocks in satellites
b. Using high accuracy clocks in GPS receivers
c. Atmospheric delay model or dual frequencies method
d. Using good signals from satellite

6. To avoid the false reading during phase range setting, OOW should start the phase from
a. Best setting with previous phase
b. start from lowest phase and then increase gradually
c. Estimated range base on chart contours
d. Estimated range base on chart depth around position of vessel

7. While using GPS Datum shift must applied when using

a. Chart in use are in WGS 84
b. Chart in use are not in WGS 84
c. ENC
d. Old Chart

8. LRIT onboard includes in following statutory Certificate

a. Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate (Form E)
b. Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate (Form E)
c. Record of Equipment for the Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate (Form E)
d. Record of Equipment for the ISPS Certificate

9. Speed input Automatic Piloting and Tracking system on radar onboard can fed with
a. Speed over the ground
b. Speed from GPS
c. Speed over the water
d. Any Speed provided by doppler log
 10. Acoustic Correlation Log can measure
a. Speed through the water.
b. Speed over the ground.
c. Speed through the water and speed over the ground.
d. Speed through the water and speed over the ground including depth of water.

10. Sketch the VDR function block diagram and explain each. What are the difference
between VDR and SVDR. (10 Marks)

11. How many service available in GPS positioning system and explain about it.
(10 Marks)

12. Explain how Electromagnetic log (EM log) obtains the ship’s speed. (10 Marks)
 SET 9

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)

Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. The _____ transfers forward or astern propeller thrust to the hull and limits axial
movement of the shaft to protect the main engine.
A. stern tube
B. stern frame
C. thrust block
D. tail-end shaft

2. The automatic sprinkler system charged with _____ at 8 bar.

A. special liquid
B. oil
C. sea water
D. fresh water

3. In _____ boiler the feed water is passed through the tubes and the hot gases pass over
them.
A. water tube
B. fire tube
C. Scotch
D. tank

4. ___ ensure that each minute particle of fuel is surrounded by particle of oxygen with
which it can combine.
A. Fuel injection timing
B. Atomization
C. Rate
D. Penetration

5. If any carbon dioxide cylinder in fixed fire-fighting system has lost about _____ of its
weight then it must be recharged.
A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 0%
 6. The hydraulic telemotor system is required to be charged with _____ .
A. non-freezing oil
B. engine oil
C. cylinder oil
D. motor oil

7. If a gauge glass is fitted on the fuel oil service tank, the bottom gauge cock or valve
should be of _____ type to prevent escape of oil should the glass break.
A. quick-closing
B. gate
C. self-closing
D. quick-opening

8. _____ is a gas which contains insufficient oxygen to support combustion of

hydrocarbons.
A. Inert gas
B. Ozone
C. CFC
D. Hydro-carbon

9. _____ power will be less than the shaft power because of friction from bearings and
stern tube.
A. Indicated
B. Brake
C. Mechanical
D. Propeller

10. Excess pressure is avoided in pipe systems by the use of _____ .

A. check valves
B. quick closing valves
C. relief valves
D. self-closing valves

(Answer any two questions)

2. A vessel of 10,000 tonne displacement consumes fuel at a rate of 75 tonne/day at 18

knots, of which 7 tonne are consumed by auxiliary engines. Calculate bunkers required
for a passage of 3000 nm at 12 knots, allowing for a 4 days reserve at a speed of 19 knots.
(10 marks)

3. A propeller of 5.5 m diameter has a pitch ratio of 0.8 . When turning at 120 rev/min , the
wake fraction is found to be 0.32 and the real slip 35%. Calculate the ship speed, speed
of advance and apparent slip. (10 marks)

4. A circuit is built up from 5 resistors. Resistors of values 4 ohms, 6 ohms and 8 ohms are
connected in parallel to form a group, whilst resistors of 3 ohms and 6 ohms are
connected in parallel to form another group. The two parallel groups of resistors are
connected in series across a 10 volts supply. Find the voltage dropped across each parallel
group, the main supply current and the current in each resistors. (10 marks)
 (Answer any two questions)

5. Write short notes on the following

(a) Fuses (2 marks)
(b) Circuit breakers (2 marks)
(c) Preferential trips. (6 marks)

6. (a) How do you understand “Fire Triangle”? (2 marks)

(b) Describe about Emergency Fire Pump. (8 marks)

7. (a) Sketch working stages of operation of a four stroke diesel engine. (5 marks)
(b) Explain about diesel engine cooling, stating why cooling is important, what are the
engine parts to be cooled and the cooling mediums used. (5 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)

8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.

1. Multiple echo in echo sounder is caused by wrong setting of range scale.

2. SVDR means Simplified Voyage Data Recorder.
3. To receive DGPS correction data, the ship must be equipped with MF radio bacon
receiver.
4. Accuracy of echo sounder can be checked by hand lead line only.
5. Each satellite has 4 atomic clocks.
6. AIS data is transferred over VHF via VDL.
7. If S.Vs are far apart, it provide poor GDOP.
8. Velocity of sound energy in seawater at 15⁰ C is exactly 1500 kts.
9. If 1st stage audible alarm is not reset in 15 sec, sound second stage remote audible
alarm.
10. Pseudo Range received from time delay between transmitting and receiving has no
error.

9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.

1. Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is the standard generic term for
a) NAVigation System for Timing And Ranging
b) GLObal’naya NAvigationnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema
c) Satellite Navigation System
d) Global COMPASS Navigation System
2. 4th time measurement from 4th satellite is require to remove
a) satellite’s clock error
b) receiver’s clock error
c) Receiver’s noise
d) Doppler effect

3. Error produced by the Echo sounder

a) When the ship is navigating at slow speed
b) When air bubbles present under the transducer
c) While using EM log
d) While using Doppler log

4. Echo sounder can

a) assist the navigator in determination of ship’s position and water depth
b) assist the navigator in determination of ship’s position only
c) assist the navigator in determination of water depth only
d) assist the navigator in determination of ship’s speed and water depth

5. The loss of power in a radio wave caused by environmental effects is called

a) Fading
b) Loosing
c) Propagation
d) Transmitting error

6. GNSS provides spaced-based radio positioning system with following coverage.

a) Proper
b) Actual
c) Global
d) wide

7. Aeration is one of the most common errors experienced in

a) DGPS
b) Doppler log and Echo sounder
c) Auto pilot
d) GPS

8. In GPS, Higher value of Dilution of Precision means

a) More accuracy
b) Less accuracy
c) Normal
d) Extra ordinary situation

9. More detail information about DGPS stations includes in

a) ALRS Volume:2
b) ALRS Volume:6
c) Relevant Sailing Direction
d) ITU Volumes
 10. Reason of fitting transducer plate of echo sounder forward part of vessel is
a) To avoid water and air bubble mixture in water
b) To have earlier warning of indication of depth
c) To avoid disturbance of sound from engine room
d) To apply the SOLAS requirement

10. Describe working principle of GPS. (10 Marks)

11. Explain function of each section of echo sounder with block diagram. (10 Marks)

12. Explain the type of speed measurement based on the reference system for speed
indicating device onboard and explain with examples. What types of speed is
recommended to feed into radar-aided system for collision avoidance? (10 Marks)
 SET 10

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATION

DEPARTMENT OF MARINE ADMINISTRATION
MASTER AND CHIEF MATE (DECK OFFICER CLASS I AND II) (REG.II/2)
MARINE ENGINEERING AND CONTROL SYSTEMS & E.N.A.

Time Allowed: (3 Hours)

Total (100 Marks)

Part “A”
(Answer all Questions)

1. Choose the correct answer of the followings. (1 mark each)

1. ___ ensure that each minute particle of fuel is surrounded by particle of oxygen with
which it can combine.
A. Fuel injection timing
B. Atomization
C. Rate
D. Penetration

2. _____ are used to removed water and suspended solids from oil.
A. Clarifiers
B. Heat exchangers
C. Evaporators
D. Purifiers

3. The temperature of exhaust gas leaving the exhaust gas boilers must not less than 180’
C to prevent ____ which is about 140’ C.
A. flash point
B. ignition point
C. acid dew point
D. critical point

4. The purpose of fittings a striker plate under the sounding pipe on fuel oil tank bottom
is to _____.
A. prevent wear of tank bottom
B. enable to fill more fuel oil
C. strengthen the tank
D. prevent sludge enter into the tan

5. The automatic sprinkler system charged with _____ at 8 bar.

A. special liquid
B. oil
C. sea water
D. fresh water
 6. Foam is most suitable for extinguishing _____ fire.
A. electrical
B. gas
C. inflammable liquid
D. carboneous

7. If two dissimilar metals are joined together to form a closed circuit and one end of the
junctions is kept cold while the other is heated a ____ will flow from higher potential
metal to lower potential metal.
A. voltage
B. resistance
C. current
D. electro-motive force

8. Circulation and refreshing of air in a space without necessarily a change of

temperature is called ___ .
A. refrigeration
B. ventilation
C. air conditioning
D. gas freeing

9. Internal Combustion engines of a cylinder diameter of _____ and above shall be

provided with crankcase explosion relief valves of a suitable type with sufficient relief
area.
A. 100 mm
B. 200 mm
C. 300 mm
D. 450 m

10. ____are fitted on the starting air line to prevent burst out of piping system.
A. Automatic valves
B. Distributor valve
C. Relief valves
D. Flame traps

(Answer any two questions)

2. The area of the indicator diagram, taken from one cylinder of a 4 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel
engine was 378 mm2; length of the diagram = 70 mm; indicator spring constant is 1mm =
100 kN/m2; diameter of the piston 250 mm; stroke = 300 mm; and rotational speed = 5
revolutions per second. Calculate the indicated power of the engine, assuming that all
cylinders develop equal power. (10 marks)

3. A vessel left port with 560 tonne of fuel in the bunker tanks, covering a distance of 5000
nm at a speed of 14 knots, arriving with 80 tonne ROB. Calculate: (a) the reduced speed it
would have to maintain, so as to arrive with the same ROB, if the initial quantity was
only 510 tonne, and (b) the daily consumption at this speed. (10 marks)
4. Calculate the resistance of a shunt required to operate with a milli-ammeter, which gives
full scale deflection for a current of 15 milli-amperes and which has a resistance of 5
ohms. The combination of meter and shunt is required to read current up to 100 amperes.
(10 marks)

(Answer any two questions)

5. (a) Explain why are A.C. motors widely used on ships. (4 marks)
(b) State the various types of enclosures used for electrical motors or generators.
(6 marks)

6. (a) Draw a line diagram of level measuring device which used compressed air.
(5 marks)
(b) Explain the method of measuring level of the liquid. (5 marks)

7. (a) Explain how does a ship main propulsion engine reversed when the speed of the
ship through the water is high. (6 marks)
(b) What are the effects of a crash stop on the propulsion engine? (4 marks)

(Part – B)
ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION AIDS
(Answer all Questions)
(10 marks Each)
8. Answer “TRUE” or “FALSE”.
1. OOW should use GPS with caution while high value of GDOP is observed.
2. Velocity of Radio wave is approximately 300 x 106 ms-1.
3. At the end of dormant period the system initiate 1st audible alarm on bridge.
4. SOG is measured having reference from water around vessel.
5. Integrated Navigation System is a combination of navigational data to enhance safety
and efficient movement of the ship.
6. Rolling and pitching will affect the accuracy of EM log.
7. Echo sounder uses sound energy to measure speed of the vessel.
8. Integrated Navigation System is to increase the efficiency in overall management of
the ship.
9. Auto pilot system has control setting knobs to provide the best performance in
prevailing sea and weather condition.
10. VDR and its information are owned by master of ship.
9. Choose the correct answer of the followings.
1. Janus configuration is to
a) To remove the propagation error in DGPS
b) To remove the error caused by ship’s list and trim in EM log system
c) To remove the error caused by ship’s list and trim in Doppler log system
d) Enhance the position accuracy in GPS
2. Aeration is one of the most common errors experienced in
a) DGPS
b) Doppler log
c) AIS
d) GPS
3. By using the information provided by the echo sounder
a) Only depth could be obtained
b) Depth and high of tide could be obtained
c) Charted depth could be obtained
d) Bathymetry of the sea bed could be obtained

4. GPS system require operational

a) 27 MEO satellites
b) 24 LEO satellites
c) 24 MEO satellites
d) 18 MEO satellites

5. The carriers and the PSN codes are used mainly to determine
a) Satellite’s Ephemeris
b) pseudo range
c) distance from the user’s receiver to the GPS satellite
d) Clock bias

6. BNWAS alarm system should set dormant for a period (Td) of

a) 3 minutes
b) 12 minutes
c) As per Company SMS manual
d) By master’s option

7. Battery life of fixed Data capsule of VDR or SVDR

a) For 7 days
b) At least 30 days
c) More than 30 days
d) For 12 days

8. Most of Errors of Echo sounder can be eliminated by:

a) Adjusting the Range
b) Changing the display modes
c) Reducing the gain or sensitivity
d) Switching on and off frequently

9. AIS data display which indicates direction of movements of targets shows

a) Movement direction and speed over the ground
b) Movement direction and speed over the water
c) Movement direction and speed same as ARPA
d) Movement direction and speed come from independent tracking system
onboard

10. For large vessels, following speed data displays for different parts of vessel are not
same
 a) Transverse speeds
b) Longitudinal speed
c) Speed at pivot point
d) Speed of turning
10. Sketch the block diagram for LRIT data flow system. Explain Data Distribution Plan and
content of report. (10 Marks)

11. Explain about Dual axis speed measurement and sensor configuration of dual axis speed
measurement for Doppler log and EM log. (10 Marks)

12. State the statutory requirement for the carriage of GNSS onboard and the accuracy of the
system. (10 Marks)