Introduction to Ship Engine Room Systems

The book provides an introduction to Ship Engine Room Systems, covering key systems, machinery, and equipment. It offers practical guidance for engine room operation and maintenance, addressing emerging environmental challenges. It is suitable for engineering students, marine engineering cadets, and non-engineering professionals.

Format: Hardback
Length: 394 pages
Publication date: 06 April 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Introduction to Ship Engine Room Systems provides a comprehensive overview of the key systems, machinery, and equipment found in a ship's engine room. It delves into the fundamentals of their functions, offering practical guidance for engine room operation and maintenance while also recognizing the emerging environmental challenges. The book covers a range of topics essential for understanding the engine room's operations, including:

The role and function of steering and propulsion systems, including their components and operation.

Power generation systems, including their types and configurations.

The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) in the engine room, their purpose, and maintenance considerations.

The water management system, including filtration, treatment, and storage processes.

Engine room fires and emergency response systems, including fire prevention measures and procedures.

Engine room watch procedures and checklists, ensuring proper maintenance and safety practices.

The book is designed as an accessible introductory text for engineering students at HNC, HND, and foundation degree levels, as well as marine engineering cadets and non-engineering marine professionals such as deck officers and cadets who seek a general understanding of how the engine room functions. It offers a practical and comprehensive guide to the engine room, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful career in the maritime industry.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032342283