COURSE PACKAGE

Part A: Course Specification

Course Code : PPS

Course Descriptive Title :

: Power Plant Steam
Prerequisite : Aux Mach 1, Auto 2, Thermo Corequisite : None
Year Level : Third Year Semester Offered : First Semester
Course Credits 6 units Lecture Contact Hours Per Week : 5 Laboratory Contact Hours Per Week : 3
Power Plant Steam is a comprehensive course that delves into the principles and operation of power plant steam systems in marine
engineering. Participants will explore the fundamental principles of steam boilers, understanding their operation and the advantages and
disadvantages of fire tube and water tube designs. The course will cover the basic construction of boilers, examining key components and
Course Description : their functions. Participants will gain insights into steam turbine operating principles, types, and configurations, as well as the construction
of steam turbines. Topics such as boiler operation, exhaust gas economizer operation, and steam turbine operation will be thoroughly
explored. Participants will develop a deep understanding of steam propulsion plant performance, focusing on monitoring, fault detection,
and rectification techniques for boiler systems
STCW Reference STCW Table Function Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency
A-III/1 F1. Marine C2. Use English in KUP1. Adequate knowledge of the English language to enable the officer
: engineering at written and oral form to use engineering publications and to perform engineering duties
the operational
level
C4. Operate main and KUP1.1. Basic construction and operation principles of (.2) marine
auxiliary machinery and steam turbine and (.4) marine boiler
associated control

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 systematic KUP2. Safety and emergency procedures for operation of
propulsion plant machinery, including control systems

KUP3. Preparation, operation, fault detection and necessary

measures to prevent damage for (.2) Steam boilers and
associated auxiliaries and steam systems, (.3) Auxiliary prime
movers and associated systems
A-III/2 F1. Marine C1. Manage the KUP1.3.b. Theoretical knowledge on the propulsive characteristics
engineering at operation of propulsion of steam turbines including speed, output and fuel consumption
the plant machinery
management C2. Plan and schedule KUP1.4. Theoretical knowledge on heat cycle, thermal efficiency
level operations and heat balance of (.b) marine steam turbine and (.d) marine
C3. Operation steam boiler
surveillance,
performance,
assessment and
maintaining safety of
propulsion plant and
auxiliary machinery
1. Analyze the construction and the operating principles of water tube from a fire tube marine boiler with reference to their advantages
or disadvantages.
2. Analyze the construction and the operating principles of the different configuration of steam turbine system.
Course Outcome : 3. Operate the steam boiler and associated auxiliaries in accordance with the established rules and procedures to ensure safety and
avoid pollution of marine environment.
4. Analyze the operation of steam propulsion plant performance in the light of fuel efficiency.
5. Apply the analysis in fault detection and initiate actions to be taken during operations to meet consistently the requirements.

Course Intake Limitations : The number of students that can be accommodated shall not exceed 40 students for lecture classes and 20 students for laboratory classes.

Faculty Requirement : Instructor The faculty that will be assigned to handle the course must possess the following qualifications:

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 ● **Officer in Charge of a Watch on seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more;
● 12 months of seagoing experience as "Officer in Charge of a Watch on seagoing ships of 500 gross tonnage or more;
● preferably with teaching experience;
● BSMarE degree;
● completed Training Course for Instructors (IMO Model Course 6.09) or its equivalent as approved by the Maritime Administration; and
● completed Training Course on Assessment, Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12) or its equivalent as
approved by the Maritime Administration.
Note:
**Fourth Engineer or Third Engineer

The faculty that will be assigned to handle topics related to management level KUPs under the course must possess the following
qualifications:
● Chief Engineer Officer or Second Engineer Officer on seagoing ship powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power
or more;
● preferably with teaching experience;
● BSMarE degree;
● completed Training Course for Instructors (IMO Model Course 6.09) or its equivalent as approved by the Maritime Administration; and
● completed Training Course on Assessment, Examination and Certification of Seafarers (IMO Model Course 3.12) or its equivalent as
approved by the Maritime Administration.
In addition to the qualifications listed, faculty members teaching courses involving the use of simulators shall have:
● completed the 'Train the Simulator Trainer and Assessor Course" (IMO Model Course 6.10) or its equivalent as approved by the Maritime

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 Administration;
● gained practical operational experience on the particular type of simulators being used by the MHEI concerned; and
● completed transfer of knowledge and training provided by the simulator supplier.
Assessor
The assessor assigned shall have the same qualification above.

LECTURE CLASSROOM The standard classroom size shall be a minimum of 48 square meters; no side shall be less than 6 meters for a
class of 40 students. The classroom must be illuminated at least 50.76 Lux and well-ventilated. It should contain the following:

 Tables and chairs or armed chairs

 Whiteboards or chalkboards
 Multimedia equipment

LABORATORY ROOM
 Engine Workshop Laboratory
Teaching Facilities and  Engine Room Simulator Laboratory
:
Equipment
EQUIPMENT FOR PRACTICAL WORK – STEAM PLANT
 Engine Room Simulator with associated equipment
 Personal Protective Equipment
 Boiler for demonstration only
 Boiler safety valves (for dismantling)

Note: Additional teaching facilities and equipment may be used as necessary in order to meet the learning outcomes of this course.

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 Teaching Aids:
A1 Multimedia Equipment and Presentations
A2 Whiteboard or Chalkboard
Teaching Aids :
A3 Handouts / Modules
A4 Learning Management System
A5 Manufacturer’s Manuals
References / Bibliographies : References:
T2 Jackson, L. and Morton, T.D., General Engineering Knowledge for Marine Engineers. 5th ed. London, Thomas Reed Publications Ltd,
1990 (lSBN 09-4763776-1)
T3 Joel, R., Basic Engineering Thermodynamics in S.I. Units. 5th ed. Harlow, Longman, 1996 (ISBN 05-82-25629-1)
T4 Morton, T.D., Motor Engineering Knowledge for Marine Engineers. London, Thomas Reed Publications Ltd, 1994 (ISBN 09-01-2856-5)
T5 Taylor, D.A., Introduction to Marine Engineering. 2nd ed. London, Butterworth, 1990 (ISBN 07-50-6253-9)
T6 Blakey, T.N., English for Maritime Studies. 2nd ed. Hemel Hempstead, Prentice Hall International (UK) Ltd, 1987 (ISBN 0 13 281379-3)
MT2 REED’S 3: APPLIED HEAT FOR ENGINEERS; EMBLETON, WILLIAM AND JACKSON, LESLIE;
T10 REED’S VOLUME 12: MOTOR ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE FOR MARINE ENGINEERS; BY THOMAS D. MORTON; TECHNICAL
EDITOR, WILLIAM
EMBLETON; PUBLISHER: SUNDERLAND: T. REED, 1978; ISBN: 0900335521
T15 THE RUNNING AND MAINTENANCE OF MARINE MACHINERY; EDITED BY J. COWLEY; PUBLISHER: LONDON: INSTITUTE OF
MARINE ENGINEERS, 1992; ISBN: 0907206425
T18 BASIC ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS; JOEL RAYNER; LONGMAN; ISBN0582256291
T20 MARINE MEDIUM SPEED DIESEL ENGINES; DR. DENIS GRIFFITHS, INSTITUTE OF MARINE ENGINEERS; ISBN: 1 902536185

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 T21 MARINE LOW SPEED DIESEL ENGINES; DR. DENIS GRIFFITHS, INSTITUTE OF MARINE ENGINEERS; ISBN: 090097679 9
T22 POUNDER‘S MARINE DIESEL ENGINES AND GAS TURBINES; DOUG WOODYARD; BUTTERWORTH-HEINEMANN; ISBN: 978-0-
7506-5846-1
T40 DIESEL MOTOR SHIPS ENGINES AND MACHINERY; CHRISTEN KNAK; G. E. C. GAD; ISBN: 978-8712467779
T41 INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE FUNDAMENTALS; J. B. HEYWOOD; MCGRAWHILL SCIENCE; ISBN: 978-0070286375
T44 MATERIALS FOR MARINE MACHINERY, S. H. FREDERICK AND H. CAPPER; INSTITUTE OF MARINE ENGINEERS; ISBN:
0900976-42-X

Part B: Course Outline

Time Allotment (in hours)

Term Week Topic Demonstration /
Theoretical
Practical Work

1 Topic 1. Steam Boiler Principle 5 3

Prelim
2 Topic 2. Fire Tube and Water Tube Advantages and Disadvantages 5 3

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 Time Allotment (in hours)
Term Week Topic Demonstration /
Theoretical
Practical Work

3 Topic 3. Basic Construction of Boilers 5 3

4 Topic 4. Steam Turbine Operating Principle, Types, and Configuration 5 3

5 Prelim Exam 5 3

Midterm
6 Topic 5. Basic Construction of Steam Turbines 5 3

7-9 15 9
Topic 6. Boiler Operation

10 Midterm Exam 5 3

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 Time Allotment (in hours)
Term Week Topic Demonstration /
Theoretical
Practical Work

11 Topic 7. Exhaust Gas Economizer Operation 10 6

Semi Final 12-13 Topic 8. Steam Turbine Operation 10 6

14 Semi Final Exam 5 3

15 Topic 9. Steam Propulsion Plant Performance 5 3

Final
16-17 Topic 10. Boiler System Monitoring and Fault Detection and Rectification 10 6

18 Final Exam 5 3

Sub-total 90 hrs 54 hrs

Total Teaching Hours 144 hrs

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Part C: Course Syllabus

Topics References/
Teaching Aids
Learning Outcomes Bibliographies
Topic 1. Steam Boiler Principle T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, A1, A2, A3, A4
T10, T15, T20, T21,
LO1.1 Explain the operating principle and function of a fire tube boiler, water tube boiler, composite type boiler, exhaust T22, T40, T41, T44
gas economizer, and superheater.
Topic 2. Fire Tube and Water Tube Advantages and Disadvantages T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T10, A1, A2, A3, A4
LO1.2 Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of water tube and fire tube boilers. T15, T20, T21, T22,
T40, T41, T44
Topic 3. Basic Construction of Boilers A1, A2, A3, A4
T2, T3, T4, T5, T6,
LO1.3 Describe the basic construction of water tube and fire tube boilers. T10, T15, T20, T21,
LO1.4 Describe the different marine boiler mountings, components, and safety devices. T22, T40, T41, T44
Topic 4. Steam Turbine Operating Principle, Types, and Configuration A1, A2, A3, A4
T2, T3, T4, T5, T6,
LO2.1 Explain the operating principle of steam turbines including its types namely impulse and reaction turbines. T10, T15, T20, T21,
LO2.2 Analyze the application of the different configuration of steam turbine systems namely single-stage and multi-stage T22, T40, T41, T44
turbines.
Topic 5. Basic Construction of Steam Turbines A1, A2, A3, A4
T2, T3, T4, T5, T6,
LO2.3 Describe the parts and basic construction of the different types of steam turbines including its safety devices T10, T15, T20, T21,
T22, T40, T41, T44

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Topic 6. Boiler Operation T2, T3, T4, T5, T6 A1, A2, A3, A4, A5
LO3.1 Operate the steam boiler and its associated auxiliaries in accordance with established rules and procedures to
ensure safety and pollution prevention using simulators or actual equipment.
Topic 7. Exhaust Gas Economizer Operation T2, T3, T4, T5, T6 A1, A2, A3, A4, A5
LO3.2 Operate the exhaust gas economizer and its associated auxiliaries in accordance with established rules and
procedures to ensure safety and pollution prevention using simulators.
Topic 8. Steam Turbine Operation T2, T3, T4, T5, T6 A1, A2, A3, A4, A5

LO3.3 Operate a steam turbine and its associated auxiliaries in accordance with established rules and procedures to
ensure safety and pollution prevention using simulators or actual equipment.
Topic 9. Steam Propulsion Plant Performance T6, MT2, T18, T20, A1, A2, A3, A4
T21, T22
LO4.1 Analyze the factors that affect the performance of a steam propulsion plant.
LO4.2 Analyze the factors that affect the fuel efficiency of a steam propulsion plant.
Topic 10. Boiler System Monitoring and Fault Detection and Rectification T2, T3, T4, T5, T6 A1, A2, A3, A4, A5

LO5.1 Conduct inspection and safety checks on a boiler system in accordance with the manufacturer’s manual.
LO5.2 Perform rectification of boiler alarms as detected using simulators or actual equipment.

Part D. Detailed Teaching Syllabus

College of Maritime Courses
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
Part II Detailed Teaching Syllabus
Course Code: PPS
Descriptive Title: Power Plant Steam
STCW Competence: STCW Table A-III/1 and A-III/2
Credit Unit: 3 Lecture Hour (s): 5 hours per week Laboratory Hour (s): 3 hours per week
Pre-requisite(s): Aux Mach 1, Auto 2,
Thermo
Course Description: Power Plant Steam is a comprehensive course that delves into the principles and operation of power plant steam systems in marine engineering.

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Participants will explore the fundamental principles of steam boilers, understanding their operation and the advantages and disadvantages of fire tube and water tube designs.
The course will cover the basic construction of boilers, examining key components and their functions. Participants will gain insights into steam turbine operating principles,
types, and configurations, as well as the construction of steam turbines. Topics such as boiler operation, exhaust gas economizer operation, and steam turbine operation will
be thoroughly explored. Participants will develop a deep understanding of steam propulsion plant performance, focusing on monitoring, fault detection, and rectification
techniques for boiler systems.
Course Outcomes: At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:

CO1. Analyze the construction and the operating principles of water tube from a fire tube marine boiler with reference to their advantages or disadvantages.
CO2. Analyze the construction and the operating principles of the different configuration of steam turbine system
CO3. Operate the steam boiler and associated auxiliaries in accordance with the established rules and procedures to ensure safety and avoid pollution of marine environment.
CO4. Analyze the operation of steam propulsion plant performance in the light of fuel efficiency.
CO5. Apply the analysis in fault detection and initiate actions to be taken during operations to meet consistently the requirements.

Prepared by: Reviewed / Validated by: Approved by: Date of Effectivity:

C/E Billy B. Boregas Atty. Armando S. Fernandez

Instructor Dean President / CEO

Part E: COURSE ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

To ensure the effectiveness and precision of the course objectives, specific controls of examination and assessment have been set. This ensures that the Intended Learning
Objectives are carried out according.
The purpose of the Assessment and Evaluation is to:
1. To assist the student learning
2. To identify the student's strength and weakness
3. To assess the effectiveness of a particular instructional strategy

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 4. To assess and improve the effectiveness of the curriculum program
5. To assess and improve teaching effectiveness

The various methods of assessment and evaluations shall be carried out during the course delivery.

Diagnostic Assessments Formative Assessments Summative Assessment Evaluation for Quality Assurance

To ensure presentation of all topics covered in an objective type of test and to measure the desired level of thinking skills, the test items to be conducted shall be based on a
Table of Specification (TOS).
Both assessment methods used to measure the students' knowledge, skills, and attitudes are reflected in the corresponding Assessment Plan.

Table of Specifications

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Assessment Plan

STCW Code:

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Instructor:
Assessor: C/E Billy B. Boregas

Resources Needed:

Methods of Assessment
Written Assessment Practical Assessment
Assessment Task
Topics
No. of Test Assessment Assessment Grading Grading
Items Method Period Scheme Scheme
Assessment Criteria

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