{"product_id":"introduction-to-ship-engine-room-systems-9781032342276","title":"Introduction to Ship Engine Room Systems","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Ship Engine Room Systems\u003c\/em\u003e outlines the key systems, machinery and equipment found in a ship's engine room. It explores the basics of their function with overall practical guidance for engine room operation and maintenance, recognising emerging environmental challenges. It covers the following topics:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role and function of the steering and propulsion systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe water management system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine room fires and emergency response systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine room watch procedures and checklists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book serves as an accessible introductory text for engineering students at HNC, HND, and foundation degree level, marine engineering cadets, and non-engineering marine professionals such as deck officers and cadets who want a general guide to how the engine room functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart I. Steering and Propulsion Systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Rudder and Steering Gear. 2. Propeller Design and Function. 3. Introduction to the Main Engine. 4. Key Components of the Main Engine. 5. Main Engine Pre-Start Checks and Monitoring. 6. Slow Steaming and Economic Fuel Consumption. 7. Exhaust Gas System and Scrubbers. 8. Engine Room Lubrication Systems. 9. Essential Engine Room Machinery Maintenance and Troubleshooting. 10. Mechanical Measuring Tools and Gauges. \u003cstrong\u003ePart II. Power Generation.\u003c\/strong\u003e 11. Marine Diesel Generators. 12. Marine Electrical Systems. 13. Electrical Distribution Systems and Redundancy. 14. Air Compressor. \u003cstrong\u003ePart III. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.\u003c\/strong\u003e 15. Marine Boiler. 16. Central Cooling System. 17. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. \u003cstrong\u003ePart IV. Water Management Systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e 18. Ballast Water Management. 19. Oily Water Separator. 20. Wastewater Management. 21. Freshwater Generation. 22. Pipes, Tubes, Bends and Valves. \u003cstrong\u003ePart V. Engine Room Tanks and Bunkering Operations.\u003c\/strong\u003e 23. Main Fuel, Diesel and Lube Oil Tanks on Ships. 24. Bunkering Operations. \u003cstrong\u003ePart VI. Engine Room Fires and Emergency Response. \u003c\/strong\u003e25. General Emergency Drills, Alarms and Emergency Systems. 26. Engine Room Explosions and Fires. 27. Engine Room Drills, Firefighting Procedures and Apparatus. 28. Engine Room Flooding. \u003cstrong\u003ePart VII. Engine Room Watch Procedures.\u003c\/strong\u003e 29. Engine Room Watch Procedures. 30. Engine Room Logbook Entries and Checklists. Appendix. Recommended Reading for Marine Engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51018988519767,"sku":"9781032342276","price":58.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781032342276.jpg?v=1750778932","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/introduction-to-ship-engine-room-systems-9781032342276","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}