Program Objectives

On completion of this programme, the participant will be able to:

• Refresh concepts of Electricity & Electrical Components
• Understand safety and maintenance procedures for the various shipboard systems.
• Understand concepts of Semiconductor Physics and electronics
• Gain knowledge on application of electronic devices on board ships
• Acquire knowledge of instruments, process control and automation
• Have a clear understanding of electronic and digital automation.

Program Contents

Section A – Electrical

• Introduction to Electrical Basics, Electrical Safety and understand the electrical circuit diagrams & symbols.
• Introduction to Electrical Hand tools and Instruments, its usage and operating principle
• Power Generation and Electrical Distribution
• Motors – Operating Principle, Control and maintenance
• Starters- Operation, Control and maintenance
• Batteries- Types, Operation and maintenance
• Circuit Protection Devices – Circuit Breakers, Fuses &
• Switchgear safeties.
• Electrical Troubleshooting – Case Studies

Section B – Electronics

• Basics of electronics; Semiconductors, Diodes and Transistors
• Reading of various electronic charts, symbols and circuit diagrams
• Op. Amps and Thyristors and their application

Section C – Automation and Controls

• Introduction to Automation and Controls-Open Loop & Closed Loop System
• Sensors, Transducers and Controllers
• PID control and tuning, Final Control Elements
• PLC Introduction and Concept of Ladder Diagram