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Propulsion Plant Simulator Level 1 MERS 1000

Marine Engine Room Simulator Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

The Propulsion Plant Simulator Level 1 (PPS1) course is designed to provide knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of the ship’s machinery to watch-keeping engineers. During the course, emphasis will be on safe watch keeping practices; scenarios used in training would be as realistic as possible. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive a training certificate, which is a requirement to obtain one of the following certificates of competency or endorsement: (1)Third-Class Engineer, Steamship or Motor Ship, (2) Fourth-Class Engineer, Steamship or Motor Ship, (3) Watch-Keeping Engineer, Motor-Driven Fishing Vessel, (4) Maintenance Supervisor MOU/Self-Elevating.

Prerequisite(s)

  • A student has completed a minimum of 6 months of sea service performing duties related to an engineering position on board a vessel, OR A student is registered with a Marine Engineer Cadet Training Program as defined in TP 8911. Students enrolled in the course are required to produce an ACES Report from Transport Canada confirming course entry prerequisites on Day 1 of the course, and show the ACES Report to the course instructor. Students who DO NOT have an ACES Report will not be allowed to continue in the course and must withdraw.

Credits

5.5

Domestic fees

$987.30 - $999.30 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Course offerings

Fall 2023

Below is one offering of MERS 1000 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 50477

Duration

Mon Dec 04 - Fri Dec 22 (4 weeks)

  • 4 weeks
  • CRN 50477
  • Domestic fees $987.30
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Dec 04 - Dec 22 Mon - Fri 15:00 - 22:00 Marine BMC Rm. 142
Instructor

Serhat Beyenir

Course outline

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Domestic fees

$987.30

Important information
  1. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  2. IMPORTANT NOTE: CLASS WILL BE HELD ON CAMPUS IN ROOM 142. Students enrolled in the course are required to produce an ACES Report from Transport Canada confirming course entry prerequisites on Day 1 of the course, and show the ACES Report to the course instructor. Students who DO NOT have an ACES Report will not be allowed to continue in the course and must withdraw. Please refer to prerequisite section of webpage for prerequisite information. Student manual will be provided in class. The Transport Canada assessment will be conducted on the last three days of the course. All candidates requesting PPS Exams should complete and pay for a Transport Canada EXN 3 (Application to be Examined) at least two weeks prior to the examination date. Contact Transport Canada 400 - 800 Burrard Street, Vancouver, office contact number is 604-666-0834 TC EXAMs on December 21st and 22nd.
Status

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

Winter 2024

Below is one offering of MERS 1000 for the Winter 2024 term.

CRN 91749

Duration

Mon Jan 22 - Fri Feb 09 (3 weeks)

  • 3 weeks
  • CRN 91749
  • Domestic fees $999.30
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 22 - Feb 09 Mon - Fri 08:30 - 15:45 Marine BMC Rm. 142
Instructor

Serhat Beyenir

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Domestic fees

$999.30

Important information
  1. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  2. IMPORTANT NOTE: CLASS WILL BE HELD ON CAMPUS IN ROOM 142. Students enrolled in the course are required to produce an ACES Report from Transport Canada confirming course entry prerequisites on Day 1 of the course, and show the ACES Report to the course instructor. Students who DO NOT have an ACES Report will not be allowed to continue in the course and must withdraw. Prerequisites are listed in the prerequisite section of the course webpage. Student manual will be provided in class. The Transport Canada assessment will be conducted on the last three days of the course. All candidates requesting PPS Exams should complete and pay for a Transport Canada EXN 3 (Application to be Examined) at least two weeks prior to the examination date. Contact Transport Canada 400 - 800 Burrard Street, Vancouver, office contact number is 604-666-0834 TC EXAMs will be held on February 9th & February 12th.
Status

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate safe watch keeping practices in accordance with the STCW convention and code.
  • Demonstrate watch handover protocols.
  • Start-up main and auxiliary machinery while using checklists.
  • Start-up diesel generator sets and manually synchronize on coming generators and load share.
  • Demonstrate ability to operate main propulsion unit in "Bridge", "Local", and "Emergency" control positions.
  • Demonstrate "Emergency Run", "Shut Down", and "Slow Down" of main engine.
  • Assess, plan, and take necessary action to minimize the effect of machinery breakdown.
  • Demonstrate ability to inform Bridge and Chief Engineer in the event of an engine malfunction that necessitates reduction in speed, or adjustment to the generation of electric power.
  • Carry out emergency and pollution control procedures and make appropriate entries in the oil record book.

Effective as of Winter 2013

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