Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Introduction to Marine Utility Systems

• Understand the role of marine utilities in ship and offshore platform operations.
• Identify key utility systems:
• Freshwater generation and distribution.
• Sewage and wastewater treatment.
• HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning).
• Electrical power generation and distribution.
• Fuel storage and handling.
• Compressed air and pneumatic systems.

2. Freshwater Generation and Water Treatment

• Operate marine freshwater generators (reverse osmosis, evaporation, distillation).
• Maintain freshwater storage, pumps, and distribution networks.
• Monitor water quality standards for potable and process water use.

3. Marine Sewage and Wastewater Treatment Systems

• Understand sewage treatment processes (biological, chemical, and mechanical).
• Operate Marine Sanitation Devices (MSDs) in compliance with IMO MARPOL Annex IV.
• Implement ballast water treatment and discharge monitoring.

4. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems

• Maintain HVAC systems for crew comfort and equipment cooling.
• Troubleshoot air circulation, filtration, and temperature control issues.
• Implement energy-efficient practices for onboard climate control.

5. Marine Electrical Distribution and Power Systems

• Understand shipboard electrical power generation and distribution.
• Maintain transformers, switchboards, and protective relays.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults, grounding issues, and load balancing.

6. Fuel Management and Storage Systems

• Operate and maintain bunkering, fuel transfer, and storage systems.
• Understand fuel purification, filtration, and monitoring techniques.
• Ensure compliance with IMO MARPOL Annex VI on fuel emissions and sulfur limits.

7. Compressed Air and Pneumatic Systems

• Operate air compressors and storage tanks for pneumatic applications.
• Maintain control air, starting air, and service air systems.
• Troubleshoot pressure loss, leaks, and moisture contamination in air systems.

8. Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Regulations

• Follow IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, and classification society regulations for marine utilities.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules for critical utility systems.
• Develop contingency plans for utility failures and emergency shutdowns.

9. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world incidents involving marine utility system failures.
• Participate in hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting exercises.
• Develop a customized marine utility system management plan.

Target Audience

• Marine engineers and shipboard technical officers
• Offshore platform and port facility operators
• Maintenance and reliability engineers in maritime industries
• Marine safety and environmental compliance officers
• Naval architects and shipbuilders