Course Name : Maritime English-II 

Degree:

Code

Year/Semester

Local Credits

ECTS Credits

Course Implementation, Hours/Week

Course

Tutorial

Laboratory

GIN 1012

1/2 (Spring)

2

2

2

Department

Instructors

Contact Information

Office Hours

Web page

www.pirireis.edu.tr

Course Type

 Compulsory

Course Language

English

Course Prerequisites

  None

Course Category by Content, %

Basic Sciences

Engineering Science

Engineering Design

Humanities

20

80

Course Description

This course enables the cadets to gain proficiency in using IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP). In addition, it aims to develop their skills to understand and use basic engine commands, report incidents and apply terminology related to safety considerations, emergencies on board a ship and in engine room.

Course Objectives

Students who successfully pass the course will acquire knowledge and skills required for understanding and using standardized English on board a ship in cases of routine and emergency.

Course Learning Outcomes

In English, he or she:

1. Understands and uses standard engine orders.

2. Briefs on propulsion systems, main engine and auxiliary equipment.

3. Briefs on engine room operations, events and stability.

4. Records events in brief and  in written form.

5. Understands the terminology on life saving appliances.

6. Expresses issues concerning safety on board.

7. Expresses issues concerning occupational safety.

8. Gains efficient terminology on fire protection and fire fighting.

9. Gains efficient discourse on damage control.

Instructional Methods and Techniques

Lecture, slides, handouts, blackboard use.

Tutorial Place

Classroom

Co-term Condition

Textbook

Other References

Homework & Projects

Laboratory Work

Computer Use

Other Activities

Assessment Criteria

Activities

Quantity

Effects on Grading, %

Midterm Exam

1

40

Quiz

Homework

Term Paper/Project

Laboratory Work

Practices

Tutorial

Seminar

Presentation

Field Study

Final Exam

1

60

TOTAL

100

Effects of Midterm on Grading, %

40

Effects of Final on Grading, %

60

TOTAL

100

Week

Topics

Course Outcomes

1

Introduction to SMCP, Standard Engine Orders

1

2

Propulsion system, main engine and auxiliary equipment

2

3

Engine room operations, events, trim, list and stability

3

4

Record keeping

4

5

Life Saving Appliances

5

6

Safety on board

6

7

Safety on board

6

8

Midterm Exam

-

9

Occupational safety

7

10

Fire protection and fire fighting

8

11

Fire protection and fire fighting

8

12

Damage Control

9

13

Damage Control

9

14

 Final Exam

-

Program Outcomes

Level of Contribution

1

2

3

a

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

X

b

An  ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

X

c

An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs

X

d

Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

X

e

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

X

f

An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

X

g

An ability to communicate effectively

X

h

The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

X

i

A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

X

j

A knowledge of contemporary issues

X

k

An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

X

l

An ability to apply legal, societal and environmental knowledge in maritime transport and in all respective modes of transport operations.

X

m

An ability to interpret and analysis of the data regarding maritime management and operations, recognition and solution of problems for decision making process.

X