COURSE OVERVIEW:

Marine Utilities Systems: Operations and Maintenance is a technical program focused on the critical support infrastructure that ensures the habitability and operational functionality of a vessel. This course examines the engineering principles and practical care of systems that provide fresh water, manage waste, and control the internal environment. It provides a detailed analysis of the thermodynamics of refrigeration, the chemistry of water treatment, and the mechanical requirements of auxiliary steam and compressed air systems.

The scope of this training involves the operation of sophisticated equipment such as reverse osmosis plants, vacuum sewage systems, and centrifugal purifiers. Participants will explore the maintenance protocols for heat exchangers, air conditioning compressors, and inert gas generators. The program emphasizes the importance of resource efficiency, focusing on the minimization of energy consumption and the prevention of environmental pollution through compliant waste management.

Coverage includes the regulatory standards for potable water quality, the MARPOL requirements for sewage and bilge water discharge, and the safety protocols for high-pressure systems. The course addresses the troubleshooting of automation and control loops within the utility systems, ensuring that shipboard services remain uninterrupted. By mastering these utility systems, marine engineers will be equipped to maintain the vessel’s internal "life support" and operational integrity in all sea conditions.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Operate and maintain fresh water generators and reverse osmosis plants.
2. Manage the chemical treatment and testing of potable water systems.
3. Oversee the operation of vacuum and gravity sewage treatment plants.
4. Maintain marine refrigeration and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
5. Manage the operation and safety of auxiliary boilers and steam systems.
6. Troubleshoot compressed air systems, including compressors and dryers.
7. Execute maintenance on centrifugal purifiers and fuel treatment plants.
8. Ensure compliance with MARPOL Annex IV and V regarding waste.
9. Manage the bilge water separation and monitoring (Oily Water Separator).
10. Oversee the operation of inert gas and nitrogen generation systems.
11. Maintain heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling water loops.
12. Implement energy-saving measures across the ship’s utility network.
13. Lead the troubleshooting of automated control valves and sensors.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Marine Engineers, Engine Officers, Electro-Technical Officers (ETOs), and Shore-based Technical Superintendents.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.