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1) State the purpose of flux and describe its composition.
Flux composition and purpose
– composition of flux varies with different electrodes but it normally consists of composition purpose/effect
1) a combustible material like wood pulp,
– When this burns, carbon monoxide and hydrogen gases will be produced.
– This cloud of gas is…[Read more]

Metallurgy encompasses both the science and the technology of metals; that is, the way in which science is applied to the production of metals, and the engineering of metal components used in products for both consumers and manufacturers.

1) Distinguish between low carbon steel and mild steel based on carbon content.
Low carbon steel (Dead…[Read more]

Credits: MAN B & W xKxxMC series

Crosshead bearing clearance measurement:

Crankpin bearing clearance measurement:

Main bearing clearance measurement:
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Guidelines For Surveys For The Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate

Settings to do on radar:
Settings, indications, alarms in Bridge equipment during navigation and watchkeeping. What are the requirements?

For continuous monitoring during navigation watchkeeping. For Close Quarter Situation. For near misses and accidents.

All Aids To Navigation must be relevant performance standard. (IMO) They are designed to…[Read more]

Personal foreword:
From observation, it’s not common to see older and/or more senior crewmates not apologising (or refused) for their mistakes. This may create discomfort among the more junior crewmates and foster a culture of uncountability for their own mistakes. Personal suggestion, always sincerely apologise straightforwardly regardless of…[Read more]

Q1: Pascal’s law says:
A: Force = pressure x area

Q2: Which statement is true?
A: Hydraulic components have a high power to weight ratio.

Q3: What creates pressure in a hydraulic system?
A: The resistance to flow

Q4: This is a:
A: 4 port, 3 position float centre directional control valve

Q5: This is a:
A: Variable delivery, bi directional…[Read more]

Q1. The maximum deviation for Coefficient B will be on the North and South Heading.
A: False

Q2: Deviation changes with the change of heading for Coefficient B.
A: True

Q3: The strength of the magnetism force P causing (Permanent B) is constant regardless of the latitude.
A: True

Q4: The deviation caused by force P (PB) will be constant when…[Read more]

Q1. The maximum deviation for Coefficient B will be on the North and South Heading.
A: False

Q2: Deviation changes with the change of heading for Coefficient B.
A: True

Q3: The strength of the magnetism force P causing (Permanent B) is constant regardless of the latitude.
A: True

Q4: The deviation caused by force P (PB) will be constant when…[Read more]

“Monster” career advice

“Ask A Manager” topics

FOR SEAFARERS:

For both foreign and Singaporean seafarers, changing companies is not unusual at any stage of the sailing career for whichever reason(s).
Since most are contract-based, there’s no formal requirement for a resignation letter.
However since Singapore’s marine industry is very, very close-knit, everyone knows each other or have at…[Read more]

Q1: Which group of oil products given in the options is most likely to require a clean-up response in the event of a spill into the sea?
A: Crude oil, heavy diesel and lubricating oils

Q2: Which one of the marine environments given in the options is most vulnerable to oil pollution?
A: Mangrove forest

Q3: Select the option that most accurately…[Read more]

Q1: When should the Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) be signed by ship’s staff?
A: When bunkering is completely finished

Q2: How do we determine the quantity of bunkers actually delivered?
A: By mass

Q3: How should the sample bottles be filled from the cubitainer?
A: Shake the cubitainer to mix the contents before and between each filling, and then…[Read more]