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Marine Propulsion Plants (CMM-MPP)

Course Description

This course is required for all 2nd Mates upgrading to Chief Mate/Master.  This course is designed to give the attendee an understanding of the operation of remote controls for marine commercial propulsion plants, engineering systems, and attendant service systems. This course provides the attendee knowledge in the operation of Marine power plants, ship’s auxiliary machinery, and marine engineering terms. 

This course satisfies the following STCW95 and CFR training requirements:

• STCW 95 Section A-II/2 requirements of Marine Propulsion Plants
• STCW 95 Code for chief mates and masters on ships of 500 gross tons (ITC), or more
• Marine Propulsion Plants course requirements of 46 CFR Table 1 1.903(c) - Formerly 46 CFR Table 10.903(c)

What You Will Learn

• Diesel Engine Theory
• Steam Turbine Systems
• Gas Turbine Theory
• Propellers and Propeller Shafting
• Bridge Control
• Distillation and Fresh-Water Systems
• Pumps and Pumping Systems
• Steering Gear Equipment
• Generators, Alternators and Electrical Distribution
• Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning and Ventilation
• Sewage treatment plant 

What You Should Bring

• Scientific Calculator

Any applicant who has successfully completes this course will satisfy the Marine Propulsion Plants requirements of Section A-II/2, paragraphs 1 and 2, and Table A-II/2 of the STCW 95 Code for chief mates and masters on ships of 500 gross tons (ITC), or more, AND the Marine Propulsion Plants course requirements of 46 CFR Table 1 1.903(c) for chief mates and masters, ocean or near coastal, any gross tons.