Course Overview
Students will be introduced to marine auxiliary machinery including pumps, boilers, air compressors, water-makers, sewage treatment plants, oily water separators, etc. This will also include stabilizers, bow thrusters, and deck machinery. They will also acquire an understanding of diesels and diesel systems. The course covers propeller, propeller shafts, bridge control, hydraulic systems, and firefighting systems. The electrical session will explore alternators and electrical distribution.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
6.0
Domestic fees
$495.54
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
- Sketch diesel, steam, and electric engine room arrangements.
- Describe the construction and operation of the engine room's auxiliary equipment, including air compressors, pumps, valves, water-makers, sewage treatment plants, oily water separators, and generators.
- Describe the construction and operation of the ship's auxiliary equipment such as steering, bow thrusters, and deck machinery.
- Sketch water tube and fire tube boilers and their feed systems.
- Explain the construction and operation of diesels and their systems.
- Describe engine transmission systems, including propeller shafts, bearings, and propellers.
- Describe fire fighting equipment systems and their use.
- Explain electrical distribution systems, alternators, and batteries.
- Describe bridge control systems and instrumentation.
Effective as of Fall 2008
Related Programs
Engineering Knowledge 1 (NAUT 1869) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Transportation
- Chief Mate
Certificate Part-time
- Master 3000GT Domestic
Certificate Part-time
- Master 500GT Domestic
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of NAUT 1869 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 70095
Dates
May 05 - May 25 Loading
- CRN 70095
- $495.54 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 05 - May 25 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC |
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please note that there will be no class held May 18.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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