Ekg

1. The sight glass is installed in the liquid line to indicate the condition of the refrigerant charge and may also indicate
the______
1
/1
Condition of the expansion valve
Condition of the expansion valve
Moisture in the system
Condition of the compressor suction valves
Condenser temperature

2. Which type of pump is typically used for handling fuel oil on ships?
0
/1
Screw pump
Screw pump
Centrifugal pump
Gear pump
Piston pump

3. The temperature differential occurring between the inlet temperature of the fluid to be cooled and the outlet
temperature of the cooling medium in a shell-and-tube heat exchanger is greatest in which of the flow designs listed?
1
/1
Cross
Parallel
Counter
Counter
Circular

4. Air leakage between the shaft and stuffing box packing in a centrifugal pump is prevented by______
0
/1
A compressed packing gland
A compressed packing gland
Lantern rings between the packing rings
A liquid seal
The stuffing box gland

5. Air conditioning duct-work begins at the large mixing chamber called the______
0
/1
Exhaust chamber
Plenum chamber
Intake chamber
Intake chamber
Vapor chamber
1
6. Accidental flooding of the engine room bilges by the bilge main is prevented by______
0
/1
Stop-check valves installed in the bilge suction manifolds
Using a positive displacement reciprocating bilge pump
Installing educators in all bilge rose boxes
Installing a swing check before each bilge valve
Installing a swing check before each bilge valve

7. Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed from fuel oil by centrifuging?
1
/1
Sludge
Sludge
Diesel fuel
Lube oil
Gasoline

8. Which of the following statements represents an operating characteristic of neoprene or rubber stern tube
bearings?
0
/1
No stern tube packing is required
The bearing is lubricated by seawater
Propeller shaft vibration will not damage these bearings
Neoprene bearings are less abrasion resistan than bronze bearings
Neoprene bearings are less abrasion resistan than bronze bearings

9. A cracked diaphragm in a thermostatic expansion valve will cause the valve to______
0
/1
Return to a neutral position
Flood the evaporator
Flood the evaporator
Open
Close

10. Energy imparted to the hydraulic fluid in an operating hydraulic system is stored in the______
0
/1
Accumulator
Actuator
Actuator
Ram
Resevoir
2
11. When piston rod packing persists in leaking on a reprocating stream pump, the cause may be______
1
/1
A loose tapped collar
Clogged suction strainers
An open snifter valve
Misalignment of the crosshead guide
Misalignment of the crosshead guide

12. A properly adjusted safety valve for an auxillary boiler will

1
/1
Attain maximum lift when it pops below its set pressure
Open with a sharp, clear pop up at its set pressure
Open with a sharp, clear pop up at its set pressure
Close sharply when its pressure drops to its set pressure
Operates most effectively when it has zero blowdown

13. Which of the listed types of seals is used effectively for pumps handling toxic or highly flamable liquids that
cannot be permitted to escape into the atmosphere?
0
/1
Conventional stuffing box
Conventional stuffing box
External mechanical seal
Double mechanical seal
Rubber bellows mechanical seal

14. Lantern rings are provided on centrifugal pumps to______

0
/1
Allow illuminated inspection of shaft and packing
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Adjust leakage at the shaft gland
Allow for distortion of the wearing rings
Allow for distortion of the wearing rings

15. The accumulation of air and other non-condensable gases in a refrigeration system will______
0
/1
Cause a loss of the liquid seal
Create a vapor lock in the liquid receiver
Collect in the condenser
Cause foaming of the oil in the crankcase
Cause foaming of the oil in the crankcase
3
16. A centrifugal bilge pump requires priming______
1
/1
Primarily to lubricate the shaft seals
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
To initially unload the pump by having its head pressure equal to discharge pressure
In order to overcome the potential energy of water in the discharge line

17. Water leaking through the stern tube stuffing box is used to accomplish which of the following actions?
1
/1
Cooling
Lubrication
Flushing
All of the above
All of the above

18. Which of the valves listed will be cycled from fully open to fully closed when the handle is turned 90° ?
1
/1
A rising stem gate valve
A globe stop valve
A check valve
A butterfly valve
A butterfly valve

19. Which type of pump is typically used to supply fuel to unit type auxillary boiler
1
/1
Centrifugal
Propeller
Reciprocating
Rotatry
Rotatry

20. Which deck machinery is primarily used for lifting and lowering the anchor?
1
/1
Windlass
Windlass
Capstan
Winch
Crane

4
21. Which of the listed reasons could cause frost to form on the suction line of a refrigeration compressor?
1
/1
Shortage of refrigerant in the system
Expansion valve is stuck open
Expansion valve is stuck open
Liquid line service valve is closed
Condenser cooling water temperature is too high

22. The function of a heat interchanger used in a refrigeration system is to______

1
/1
Lower the temperature of liquid refrigerant before entering the expansion valve
Reduce the possibility of liquid refrigerant from flooding back to the compressor
Minimize sweating of the suction line
All of the above
All of the above

23. If an electric motor driven air compressor fails to start, it may be due to a______
0
/1
Leaking discharge valve
Jammed suction valve
Jammed suction valve
Tripped overload relay
Broken discharge unloader

24. If a bilge pump is able to develop vacuum, but is unable to sufficiently pump out the bilges, you would check for
all of the following EXCEPT______
0
/1
The circuit breaker
For leaks in the suction piping
Relief valve is not properly seated
The suction strainer
The suction strainer

25. When a refrigeration compressor motor fails to start, the FIRST thing that should be checked for is a______
1
/1
Loose expansion valve control bulb
Low differential setting on the H.P. cutout
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Faulty suction pressure regulator

5
26. An oil separator is a device used to remove oil from the______
0
/1
Liquid refrigerant
Receiver
Receiver
Gaseous refrigerant
Expansion valve

27. In a two stage centrifugal air conditioning system, the liquid refrigerant passes through the condenser directly to
the______
0
/1
Evaportar
Chiller
Economizer
Expansion valve
Expansion valve

28. The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the______
1
/1
Vent line
Overflow line
Feed line
Sounding tube
Sounding tube

29. The amount of chloride content in the water of an auxiliary boiler can be reduced by______
0
/1
Adding hydrazine
Blowing down the boiler
Adding phenolphthalein
Adding phenolphthalein
Adding a sulfite chloride scavenger

30. Regulations for bilge and ballst piping require that______

0
/1
All oil water tanks be connected to the bilge system
The bilge pumping system be operable under all practicable conditions
Peak tanks and chain lockers have separate electric pumps
All of the above
All of the above

6
31. Which of the following centrifugal pump components converts the liquid kinetic energy of velocity to the
potential energy of pressure?
1
/1
Impeller
Electric motor
Volute
Volute
Eye

32. A refrigerant used in a mechanical refrigeration system should have which of the following chracteristics?
0
/1
High boiling point
High freezing point
High freezing point
Low specific heat
Low boiling point

33. Scale formation in a fresh water generator evaporator can lead to______
1
/1
Impaired heat transfer
Reduced capacity
Increased shell temperature
All of the above
All of the above

34. If the refrigeration compressor was developing higher than normal discharge pressure, this could be aresult
of______
1
/1
Air or noncondensable gases in the system
Air or noncondensable gases in the system
Leaking discharge valves
Leaking suction valves
Liquid refrigerant flooding back from the cooling coil

35. Which of the following statements indicates compliance with regulations concerning a vessel's bilge system?
1
/1
All bilge manifold suctions shall be capable of being locally controlled from above the floor plates
The system must be capable of operation under all practicable conditions after a casualty, whether the vessel is
upright or listed
Peak tanks, chain lockers, and decks over peak tanks may be drained by educators,ejectors,or hand pumps
All of the above
7
All of the above

36. A salinity-indicating system functions on the basic principle of measuring the______

1
/1
Electrical inductance of water
Electrical conductivity of water
Electrical conductivity of water
Specific gravity of water
Hydrogen ion concentration of water

37. The general purpose of a heat exchanger is to______

1
/1
Eliminate hot air from the condenser
Maintain steady pressure in a system
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Reduce the engine room temperature in tropical climates

38. A Feed pump of an auxillary boiler might loose suction if the

0
/1
Boilerdrum water level is low
Feed water is too hot
Hot well level low
Hot well level low
Both B and C

39. In a refrigeration system, the refrigerant absorbs the latent heat of vaporization in the______
1
/1
Compressor
Condenser
Receiver
Evaporator
Evaporator

40. Why are removable sleeves installed on centrifugal pump shafts?

1
/1
They make it easier to replace the pump shaft packing
They can be economically replaced as they wear out
They can be economically replaced as they wear out
They can be removed when it is necessary to lighten the weight of the pump
They increase the strength of the shaft
8
41. Excessive oil foaming in the crankcase of a refrigeration compressor can result in______
1
/1
Overheated compressor bearings
Overheated compressor bearings
Excess lube oil viscosity
Carbon deposits on the compressor piston rings
Wax crystals forming in the lubricants

42. The volume of air delivered by the compressor is called______

1
/1
Free air delivery
Compressor capacity
Compressor capacity
Swept volume
None of the above

43. In the case of liquid lubricants.Generally,______

0
/1
Flash-point is higher than the fire-point
Flash-point is higher than the fire-point
Fire-point is higher than the flash-point
Fire-point is lower than the flash-point
Flash and fire point are identical

44. Which of the valves listed is not considered to be a hydraulic system directional system control valve?
0
/1
Two-position valve
Three-position valve
Detended-position valve
Detended-position valve
Counterbalance valve

45. Compared to a constant pitch propeller,a controllable pitch propeller______

1
/1
More efficiency uses available engine power
More efficiency uses available engine power
Operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Develops its rated power at a lower speed

9
46. The usual symptoms of cavitation in a centrifugal pump is______
1
/1
Noise and vibration
Noise and vibration
An increase in discharge pressure
An increase in suction pressure
Lifting of the relief valve

47. If the evaporator coil of a single box, air cooled refrigerator accumulates frost, the compressor will most
likely______
0
/1
Run continuously
Shoty cycle on low pressure cutout
Short cycle on high pressure cutout
Fail to start
Fail to start

48. Improper maintenance of an automatic auxiliary boiler oil burner could result in______
1
/1
Fuel pump failure
Fan motor failure
Increased feedwater consumption
Decreased boiler efficiency
Decreased boiler efficiency

49. Lube oil pumps taking suction from the sump of most small marine engines are usually______
0
/1
Of the diaphragm type
Of the centrifugal type
Of the positive displacement type
Independently driven by electric motors
Independently driven by electric motors

50. Which of the conditions listed may be an indication of an excessive amount of refrigerant circulating through the
system?
1
/1
Sweating of the compressor crankcase
Sweating of the compressor crankcase
Colder than normal solenoid valve
Frosting of the evaporator
Weeping of the purge valve
10
1. The aft,starboard bilge-well cannot be pumped out, and back flushing has not been successful.The next practical
solution will be to carry out which of the following actions?
1
/1
List the ship to port in order to pump out the bilges for the remainder of the voyages
Place 75 Ltrs of fuel oil tank-wash into the affected bilge well for one hour to dissolve the stoppage
Take all necessary steps to properly and safely pump out the affected bilge well,then manually "muck" it out
Change over and use one of the two remaining bilge pumps to dewater the starboard bilge well
Change over and use one of the two remaining bilge pumps to dewater the starboard bilge well

2. Badly leaking refrigeration compressor discharge valves will cause______

1
/1
Overfeeding of the expansion valve
Damage to the condenser
Constant running of the compressor
Constant running of the compressor
Flooding of the receiver

3. In an air conditioning system, low head pressure associated with a reciprocating compresser can be the result
of______
0
/1
Broken valve springs
Tight drive belts
High line voltage
Air in the system
Air in the system

4. A refrigerant used in a mechanical refrigeration system should have which of the following chracteristics?
1
/1
High boiling point
High freezing point
Low specific heat
Low boiling point
Low boiling point

5. How is water travelling along the shaft of a centrifugal pump prevented from entering the shaft bearing?
0
/1
Shaft seal
Shaft seal
Water flinger
Drain hole
Lantern ring

11
6. A first stage unloader installed in a low pressure air compressure is unable to completely retract.This will result
in______
0
/1
Overheating of the discharge valve
Loss of moisture in the air charge in the receiver
Frequent lifting of the intercooler relief valve
Frequent lifting of the intercooler relief valve
An abnormally low intercooler pressure

7. Sacrificial zinc anodes are used on the saltwater side of diesel engine heat exchangers to______
0
/1
Keep heat transfer surfaces shiny and clean
Prevent rapid accumulation of marine growth
Prevent rapid accumulation of marine growth
Provide a protective coating on heat exchanger surfaces
Reduce electrolytic action on heat exchanger metals

8. Accidental flooding of the engine room bilges by the bilge main is prevented by______
1
/1
Stop-check valves installed in the bilge suction manifolds
Stop-check valves installed in the bilge suction manifolds
Using a positive displacement reciprocating bilge pump
Installing educators in all bilge rose boxes
Installing a swing check before each bilge valve

9. An oil separator is a device used to remove oil from the______

0
/1
Liquid refrigerant
Liquid refrigerant
Receiver
Gaseous refrigerant
Expansion valve

10. Which of the following statements indicates compliance with regulations concerning a vessel's bilge system?
1
/1
All bilge manifold suctions shall be capable of being locally controlled from above the floor plates
The system must be capable of operation under all practicable conditions after a casualty, whether the vessel is
upright or listed
Peak tanks, chain lockers, and decks over peak tanks may be drained by educators,ejectors,or hand pumps
All of the above
All of the above
12
11. The general purpose of a heat exchanger is to______
1
/1
Eliminate hot air from the condenser
Maintain steady pressure in a system
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Reduce the engine room temperature in tropical climates

12. A liquid line solenoid valve controls refrigerant flow to the evaporator by______
1
/1
Throttling the refrigerant
Fully opening or closing
Fully opening or closing
Sensing the superheat in the tail coil
Sensing the temperature in the liquid line

13. The amount of moisture in a given sample of air,when compared with the amount of moisture the air could hold
if totally saturated at the existing temperature of the sample, is called______
1
/1
Absolute humidity
Specific humidity
Effective humidity
Relative humidity
Relative humidity

14. Failure of the burner flame in an automatic auxiliary boiler would probably be a result of______
0
/1
Water in the fuel oil
Broken high tension leads
Incorrect electrode setting
Incorrect electrode setting
Full fuel pressure at the nozzle

15. Which of the following statements is true regarding a positive displacement rotary pump?
1
/1
Theoretically, there is no limit to shut off head pressure
Theoretically it is self priming
The discharge side should be protected against excessive pressure
All of the above
All of the above
13
16. The amount of chloride content in the water of an auxiliary boiler can be reduced by______
1
/1
Adding hydrazine
Blowing down the boiler
Blowing down the boiler
Adding phenolphthalein
Adding a sulfite chloride scavenger

17. Air leakage between the shaft and stuffing box packing in a centrifugal pump is prevented by______
1
/1
A compressed packing gland
Lantern rings between the packing rings
A liquid seal
A liquid seal
The stuffing box gland

18. The most effective method in removing water from diesel fuel oil is by______
1
/1
Centrifuging the fuel
Centrifuging the fuel
Using it in the engine
Heating the fuel tanks
Straining the fuel

19. An excessive amount of water is prevented from entering a vessel using a water lubricated stern tube bearing by
the use of the______
0
/1
propeller hub
Lignum vitae
Shaft packing
Labyrinth seal
Labyrinth seal

20. The temperature at which water vapour in the atmosphere begins to condense is called the______
1
/1
Dew point temperature
Dew point temperature
Consensation temperature
Psychometric temperature
Absolute humidity temperature
14
21. Hydraulic cranes must be properly warmed-up before being operated because______
1
/1
Warm-up allows the hydraulic system to become charged with oil
Warm-up allows the relief valves to be properly tested
Hydraulic strainers operate only during the warm-up period
Hydraulic fluid must be at the proper viscosity
Hydraulic fluid must be at the proper viscosity

22. You are unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled, with one foot of water over
the top of the bilge well, What action should be carried out?
0
/1
Send the wiper into the well with only a scoop and pail
Remove the bilge manifold valve and attempt to back flush the line
Simultaneously operate all available bilge pumps
It is only necessary to transfer half the contents of a drum of degreaser into the bilge well
It is only necessary to transfer half the contents of a drum of degreaser into the bilge well

23. Scale formation in a fresh water generator lead to______

1
/1
Impaired heat transfer
Reduced capacity
Increase in shell temperature
All of the above
All of the above

24. A vessel is in compliance with federal regulations regarding the discharge of sewage by______
1
/1
Holding all sewage onboard
Treating sewage in an approved system
Pumping the sewage ashore to an approved container
All of the above
All of the above

25. Any unusual, or new vibration in the hull or propeller shafting can be an indication of______
1
/1
Clutch slippage
Overheated bearings
High engine speeds
Propeller unbalance
Propeller unbalance
15
26. Which of the equipment listed is most effective in processing bilge slops for overboard discharge?
1
/1
A 100 PPM oily water separator
Assembling the lube oil purifier as a separator and aligning it to the bilge overboard
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A magnetic duplex strainer

27. If an electric motor driven air compressor fails to start, it may be due to a______
1
/1
Leaking discharge valve
Jammed suction valve
Tripped overload relay
Tripped overload relay
Broken discharge unloader

28. If the drive belts on an air compressor were squealing, you should fix them by______
0
/1
Spraying oil on the belts
Tightening the belts
Loosening the belts
Installing wider belts
Installing wider belts

29. Air conditioning duct-work begins at the large mixing chamber called the______
1
/1
Exhaust chamber
Plenum chamber
Plenum chamber
Intake chamber
Vapor chamber

30. Which type of crane is typically used on container ships for handling containers?
0
/1
Derrick crane
Gantry crane
Jib crane
Jib crane
Pedestal crane

16
31. Which type of pump is typically used for handling fuel oil on ships?
1
/1
Screw pump
Centrifugal pump
Gear pump
Gear pump
Piston pump

32. An air compressor is equipped with an intercooler and an aftercooler to______

1
/1
Inject water vapor into the compressed air
Prevent overheating of first stage valves
Increase compressor efficiency and economy
Increase compressor efficiency and economy
Reduce the compressed air charge density

33. A piece is missing from one blade of a four-bladed propeller and could result in______
1
/1
Accelerated stern bearing wear
Excessive shaft vibrations
Unusual noises
All the above
All the above

34. People familiar with ammonia refrigeration systems becomes accustomed to its odor and may forget that the
vapors______
1
/1
In a low concentration can cause death
Will dissolve in perspiration and cause caustic burns
Will burn or explode
All of the above
All of the above

35. Regulations require safety and relief valves for air service to be provided with a substantial lifting device,capable
of lifting the disk from its seat when the pressure in the vessel is______
0
/1
50% of that at which the valve is set to blow
75% of that at which the valve is set to blow
110% of that at which the valve is set to blow
110% of that at which the valve is set to blow
125% of that at which the valve is set to blow
17
36. The most efficient method of compressing air is to compress it______
0
/1
Isothermal
Adiabatically
Adiabatically
Isentropically
Isochronically

37. Which of the following cycles is the basic cycle for gas turbine engines?
1
/1
Brayton cycle
Brayton cycle
Rankine cycle
Carnot cycle
Otto cycle

38. To minimize the effect of air start line explosions, the air start manifold to each cylinder must be fitted
with______
1
/1
Flame traps
Relief valve
Bursting disk
All previous statements are correct
All previous statements are correct

39. Rudder position is shown on the bridge by the______

1
/1
Rudder angle indicator
Rudder angle indicator
follow-up gear
Telemotor position
Rapson slide indicator

40. The sight glass is installed in the liquid line to indicate the condition of the refrigerant charge and may also
indicate the______
1
/1
Condition of the expansion valve
Moisture in the system
Moisture in the system
Condition of the compressor suction valves
18
Condenser temperature

41. Which of the following statements is true concerning a radiator type heat exchanger?
0
/1
Raw water is the cooling medium
Water cooled exhaust elbows remove the heat
The surge tank must be located a minimum of 4 feet above the highest finned tube
The surge tank must be located a minimum of 4 feet above the highest finned tube
Air flow provided by a fan is used as the cooling medium

42. The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the______
1
/1
Vent line
Overflow line
Feed line
Sounding tube
Sounding tube

43. The secondary function of a waste heat boiler is to

0
/1
Reduce engine exhaust noise
Reduce engine back pressure
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Increase turbocharger efficiency

44. In order to maximize the performance of an operating centrifuge,you can adjust the fuel oil______.[I].viscosity
[II]. through put
1
/1
I only
II only
Both I and II
Both I and II
Neither I nor II

45. Lantern rings are provided on centrifugal pumps to______

1
/1
Allow illuminated inspection of shaft and packing
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Adjust leakage at the shaft gland
19
Allow for distortion of the wearing rings

46. The function of a heat interchanger used in a refrigeration system is to______

0
/1
Lower the temperature of liquid refrigerant before entering the expansion valve
Lower the temperature of liquid refrigerant before entering the expansion valve
Reduce the possibility of liquid refrigerant from flooding back to the compressor
Minimize sweating of the suction line
All of the above

47. Pump efficiency may be lost as a result of______

0
/1
Air entering the pump through a pin hole leak in the discharge manifold
Air entering the pump through a pin hole leak in the discharge manifold
A leak in a gasket on the suction side of the pump
The suction valve in the wide open position
The pump being installed too close to the suction tank

48. Air blowing from the intake air filter of an operating air compressor indicates______
1
/1
Broken inlet valves
Broken inlet valves
Broken discharge valves
Pulsations in the air distribution system
Overloading of the air distribution system

49. The lignum vitae in a stern tube bearing is normally lubricated with______
0
/1
Grease
Oil
Oil
Water
Tallow

50. Improper maintenance of an automatic auxiliary boiler oil burner could result in______
1
/1
Fuel pump failure
Fan motor failure
Increased feedwater consumption
Decreased boiler efficiency
Decreased boiler efficiency
20
1. When it is necessary to open a refrigeration system for repairs and the system will be open for more than a few
minutes, the open ends of the system should be______
1
/1
Dehydrated
Purged
Purged
Plugged
Evacuated

2. In a shell-and -tube type heat exchanger,the most common cause of decreased performance is______
0
/1
Loose tube bundle baffle plates
Failure of the baffle plates
Rupture of the tube bundle
Rupture of the tube bundle
Fouling on the seawater side

3. How does a variable-pitch propeller differ from a fixed-pitch propeller?

1
/1
It has blades that can change angle to optimize performance
It has blades that can change angle to optimize performance
It is made from different materials
It is used only on smaller vessels
It is less efficient

4. What is cavitation in a centrifugal pump?

1
/1
The formation of vapor bubbles within the pump
The formation of vapor bubbles within the pump
The process of pumping air instead of liquid
The erosion of pump impeller blades
The increase in pump efficiency

5. The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the______

1
/1
Vent line
Overflow line
Feed line
Sounding tube
Sounding tube

21
6. The purpose of a three-way solenoid, dump valve on an evoporator is to______
0
/1
Prevent excessive saline distillate from entering the freshwater system
Drain the evaporator first-effect only
Drain the evaporator second-effect only
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve

7. An air compressor is equipped with an intercooler and an aftercooler to______

0
/1
Inject water vapor into the compressed air
Prevent overheating of first stage valves
Prevent overheating of first stage valves
Increase compressor efficiency and economy
Reduce the compressed air charge density

8. A centrifugal bilge pump requires priming______

1
/1
Primarily to lubricate the shaft seals
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
To initially unload the pump by having its head pressure equal to discharge pressure
In order to overcome the potential energy of water in the discharge line

9. Improper maintenance of an automatic auxiliary boiler oil burner could result in______
1
/1
Fuel pump failure
Fan motor failure
Increased feedwater consumption
Decreased boiler efficiency
Decreased boiler efficiency

10. Liquid is kept from leaking out at the shaft ends of a helical gear pump by______
1
/1
Overlapping spaces between gear teeth
A roller bearing
A stuffing box
A stuffing box
The use of shaft end caps

22
11. The amount of moisture in a given sample of air,when compared with the amount of moisture the air could hold
if totally saturated at the existing temperature of the sample, is called______
0
/1
Absolute humidity
Specific humidity
Specific humidity
Effective humidity
Relative humidity

12. Which of the refrigerants listed is considered safe and ideal for most marine applications?
1
/1
R-21
Ammonia
R-12
R-12
Sulfur dioxide

13. Which of the valves listed will be cycled from fully open to fully closed when the handle is turned 90° ?
1
/1
A rising stem gate valve
A globe stop valve
A check valve
A butterfly valve
A butterfly valve

14. In a direct expansion type cargo refrigeration system, a box is normally changed from chill to freeze by adjusting
the______
1
/1
Hand expansion valve
Compressor suction valve
Solenoid bypass
Back pressure regulating valve
Back pressure regulating valve

15. A boiler forced draft pressure gauge indicates 15 cms of water.This corresponds to a pressure of______
1
/1
150mm WG
150mm WG
200mm WG
300mm WG
500mm WG

23
16. Most conducting materials such as copper,aluminium,iron,nickel, and tungsten behave in such as way as the
resistance and conductance is predictably affected by temperature.Which statement is true regarding this behaviour?
0
/1
Conductor conductance increases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance decreases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance decreases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance increases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance increases with decreased temperature

17. While inspecting the steering system at sea,you should check for______
1
/1
Air bubbles in the sight glass
Any leaks in the system
Any leaks in the system
Overtravel in the rudder angle indicator
Lost motion in the rams

18. A choked intake air filter may result in______

1
/1
Increase in pressure ratio of first stage
Reduction in suction pressure
Increase in discharge temperature may cause coke deposit
All of the above
All of the above

19. In the case of liquid lubricants.Generally,______

0
/1
Flash-point is higher than the fire-point
Fire-point is higher than the flash-point
Fire-point is lower than the flash-point
Flash and fire point are identical
Flash and fire point are identical

20. Which of the equipment listed is most effective in processing bilge slops for overboard discharge?
1
/1
A 100 PPM oily water separator
Assembling the lube oil purifier as a separator and aligning it to the bilge overboard
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A magnetic duplex strainer

24
21. If the suction pressure at the refrigeration compressor is below normal, the cause can be ______
1
/1
Refrigerant overcharge
Overfeeding by the expansion valve
A restricted suction strainer
A restricted suction strainer
Due to short cycling of the compressor

22. The temperature of the refrigerant in the evaporator coil depends mostly upon the______
1
/1
Regrigerant pressure in the evaporator
Regrigerant pressure in the evaporator
Cooling water temperature to the condenser
Heat load in the refrigerator compartment
Solenoid valve in the liquid line

23. Which of the following statements is true regarding a positive displacement rotary pump?
1
/1
Theoretically, there is no limit to shut off head pressure
Theoretically it is self priming
The discharge side should be protected against excessive pressure
All of the above
All of the above

24. Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed from fuel oil by centrifuging?
1
/1
Sludge
Sludge
Diesel fuel
Lube oil
Gasoline

25. The drains of lavatory sinks are fitted with P-type or S-type to______
1
/1
Reduce water velocity and minimize erosion
Create a strong siphon effect
Provide a cushion of water to reduce the effects of water hammer
Provide a seal against sewer gas rising into the compartment
Provide a seal against sewer gas rising into the compartment

25
26. In an air conditioning system, low head pressure associated with a reciprocating compresser can be the result
of______
0
/1
Broken valve springs
Tight drive belts
High line voltage
Air in the system
Air in the system

27. Leaking suction valves in a refrigeration compressor are indicated by______

1
/1
Higher than normal suction pressure
Higher than normal suction pressure
Lower than normal suction pressure
Lower than normal evaporator temperature
Noticeable increase in compressor noise

28. The function of a heat interchanger used in a refrigeration system is to______

0
/1
Lower the temperature of liquid refrigerant before entering the expansion valve
Reduce the possibility of liquid refrigerant from flooding back to the compressor
Reduce the possibility of liquid refrigerant from flooding back to the compressor
Minimize sweating of the suction line
All of the above

29. Lube oil pumps taking suction from the sump of most small marine engines are usually______
1
/1
Of the diaphragm type
Of the centrifugal type
Of the positive displacement type
Of the positive displacement type
Independently driven by electric motors

30. Why are removable sleeves installed on centrifugal pump shafts?

1
/1
They make it easier to replace the pump shaft packing
They can be economically replaced as they wear out
They can be economically replaced as they wear out
They can be removed when it is necessary to lighten the weight of the pump
They increase the strength of the shaft

26
31. Rudder position is shown on the bridge by the______
1
/1
Rudder angle indicator
Rudder angle indicator
follow-up gear
Telemotor position
Rapson slide indicator

32. Which deck machinery is used for launching and recovering lifeboats?
1
/1
Windlass
Capstan
Davit
Davit
Winch

33. One function of the thermal expansion valve is to______

1
/1
Act as a pilot from the solenoid valve
Regulate the amount of refrigerant flow to the coil
Regulate the amount of refrigerant flow to the coil
Regulate the water flow
Turn the compressor off and on

34. The lube oil pump used in a diesel engine is a______

1
/1
Volute pump
Centrifugal pump
Diaphragm pump
Gear pump
Gear pump

35. Which of the following problems would be the probable cause for the faulty operation of a reciprocating air
compressor suction valve?
0
/1
Carbon build up in the piston ring belt
Faulty operation of a cylinder unloader
Compressor operation in a area of high relative humidity
Compressor operation in a area of high relative humidity
Lifting of intercooler relief valve

27
36. Sacrificial zinc anodes are used on the saltwater side of diesel engine heat exchangers to______
1
/1
Keep heat transfer surfaces shiny and clean
Prevent rapid accumulation of marine growth
Provide a protective coating on heat exchanger surfaces
Reduce electrolytic action on heat exchanger metals
Reduce electrolytic action on heat exchanger metals

37. It is the duty of the Chief Engineer to acquire and seal a sample of fuel oil received whenever fuel oil bunkers are
taken.This sample must be preserved until______
1
/1
The voyage is completed
That particular supply of oil is exhausted
That particular supply of oil is exhausted
It can be sent ashore to the proper oil company personnel for testing and the results entered in the Oil Record
Book,CG-480
Return to the first port where upon it must be sent ashore for chemical analysis and the findings submitted to the
nearest Officer in Change, Marine inspection

38. The percentage of impurities in a specific fuel oil sample is determined by______
1
/1
Settling in a fuel tank
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Burning in a calorimeter
Testing in a closed cup

39. An 8-inch,globe-type,stop-check valve has been installed in the lube oil cooler water outlet, with the flow coming
in from the top of the disk. This means that______
0
/1
The valve will remain completely open
The valve will prevent back flow
The valve will prevent back flow
The valve will never permit water flow from the lube oil cooler
The valve will allow the lube oil temperature to be 10°F(5.5°C) cooler than if the valve were properly installed

40. Complete steering gear system consists of______

1
/1
Telemotor
Control unit
Power unit
All of the above
28
All of the above

41. Air compressor receivers should be "blown down" at least______

0
/1
Yearly
Quarterly
Monthly
Monthly
Daily

42. Which of the valves listed below permits flow in only one direction?
1
/1
Gate valve
Globe valve
Check valve
Check valve
Plug cock

43. The items that are added to a boiler for safe operation are called______
0
/1
Safety components
Safety components
Setting
Accessories
Mountings

44. The unloading system on an air compressor will______

0
/1
Increase compressor discharge pressure on demand
Increase compressor operating speed as necessary
Allow the motor to turn the compressor opposed only by friction
Reduce the compressor frictional load when starting
Reduce the compressor frictional load when starting

45. How does water enter the crankcase of a diesel engine?

0
/1
Through the crankcase exhaust
As water vapor contained in blow-by
Demulsifying lube oil passing through the main bearings
Demulsifying lube oil passing through the main bearings
Condensation from vapour formed in the expansion tank
29
46. The output pressure of a diesel engine lube oil pump is regulated by a/an______
0
/1
Relief valve
Metering valve
Metering valve
Variable speed pump drive
Orifice in the lube oil header

47. According to Regulations, a welded repair to be made to a ships service, other than an emergency repair at sea,
must be______
0
/1
Inspected and tested by the chief engineer before it may be returned to service
Completed and then tested at least twice prior to notifying the Administration to ask for a surveyor
Completed and then tested at least twice prior to notifying the Administration to ask for a surveyor
Made with a backing strip to ensure full penetration
Made only with the prior approval of the Administration

48. Strainers are commonly used in hydraulic systems to______

0
/1
Protect the pump from fine soluble contaminants
Prevent solid particles from entering the pump
Prevent solid particles from entering the filter
Prevent solid particles from entering the filter
Protect the directional control valves

49. For proper operation,auxillary boiler feed water must have which of the following characteristics
1
/1
High oxygen concentration
Low PH
Proper alkalinity
Proper alkalinity
All the above

50. When there is a flame failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler, the______
1
/1
Air suppy is shut off
Fuel supply is shut off
Fuel supply is shut off
Water feed is shut off
Safety valve lifts
30
1. The major diffrence between the discharge and suction valves installed in most low pressure, reciprocating air
compressors is that______
1
/1
One valve seats upward, while the other seats downwards
The reed valves used on the discharge are made substantially thicker and heavier than the suction valves
The reed valves used on the discharge are made substantially thicker and heavier than the suction valves
The suction valve springs exert a greater tension than the discharge valve springs
The discharge valve springs exert a greater tension than the suction valve springs

2. Which of the gasket materials and/or types listed is typically used on high pressure steam flang joints?
1
/1
Spiral wound composition asbestos
Spiral wound composition asbestos
Wire-impregnated sheet asbestos
Rubber
Wire-impregnated rubber

3. When a heat exchanger is used as a cooler,excessive cooling water flow should be avoided to prevent?
1
/1
Errosive tube failure
Errosive tube failure
Waterside deposit buildup
Tube sheet bowing
Water hammer damage

4. The volume of air delivered by the compressor is called______

1
/1
Free air delivery
Compressor capacity
Compressor capacity
Swept volume
None of the above

5. The purpose of a three-way solenoid, dump valve on an evoporator is to______

0
/1
Prevent excessive saline distillate from entering the freshwater system
Drain the evaporator first-effect only
Drain the evaporator second-effect only
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve

31
6. The interior of some saltwater heat exchangers are protected from corrosion by the use of______
1
/1
Aluminium plates
Lead cathodes
Copper baffle plates
Sacrificial zincs
Sacrificial zincs

7. On many modern tankers, which of the following devices is used to reduce cargo pump leakage to the pump room
bilge?
0
/1
Flinger rings
Mechanical seals
Shaft sleeves
Clipper seals
Clipper seals

8. When hot gas defrosting a refrigeration system, one way to overcome the possibility of a large slug of liquid
refrigerant entering the compressor suction is to use the installed______
0
/1
Subcooler
Liquid extractors
Liquid extractors
Re-Evaporator
Drain lines

9. How is the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the feed water of an auxiliary boiler maintained at acceptable
limits?
1
/1
Feed water is cycled through a DC heater
Feed water is treated with phosphates
Oxygen is liberated in the three-stages of the feed water preheating
Oxygen is liberated by maintaining the highest practical feed water temperature
Oxygen is liberated by maintaining the highest practical feed water temperature

10. If a refrigeration compressor is running continuously witout lowering the temperature in the refrigerted space,
the trouble may be______
1
/1
A shortatge of compressor oil
Warm food in the refrigerator
Excessive condenser cooling water
A shortage of refrigerant
32
A shortage of refrigerant

11. The items that are added to a boiler for safe operation are called______
1
/1
Safety components
Setting
Accessories
Mountings
Mountings

12. The temperature of the refrigerant in the evaporator coil depends mostly upon the______
0
/1
Regrigerant pressure in the evaporator
Cooling water temperature to the condenser
Heat load in the refrigerator compartment
Heat load in the refrigerator compartment
Solenoid valve in the liquid line

13. Air conditioning duct-work begins at the large mixing chamber called the______
1
/1
Exhaust chamber
Plenum chamber
Plenum chamber
Intake chamber
Vapor chamber

14. The secondary function of a waste heat boiler is to

0
/1
Reduce engine exhaust noise
Reduce engine back pressure
Reduce engine back pressure
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Increase turbocharger efficiency

15. To minimize the effect of air start line explosions, the air start manifold to each cylinder must be fitted
with______
1
/1
Flame traps
Relief valve
Bursting disk
All previous statements are correct
33
All previous statements are correct

16. If the suction line between the evaporator and compressor is frosting up,the cause may be due to the thermal
expansion valve______
1
/1
Thermal bulb coming loose from the suction line
Thermal bulb coming loose from the suction line
Needle valve is stuck closed
Thermal bulb is in a cold air stream
All of the above

17. In boilers, Gagging is a device used for

1
/1
Setting drum level controller
Calibrating pressure gauges
Pressure testing of safety valves
Pressure testing of safety valves
Prevent oil leak into the system

18. When a refrigeration compressor motor fails to start, the FIRST thing that should be checked for is a______
1
/1
Loose expansion valve control bulb
Low differential setting on the H.P. cutout
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Faulty suction pressure regulator

19. Compared to a constant pitch propeller,a controllable pitch propeller______

0
/1
More efficiency uses available engine power
Operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
Operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Develops its rated power at a lower speed

20. Which of the listed types of seals is used effectively for pumps handling toxic or highly flamable liquids that
cannot be permitted to escape into the atmosphere?
0
/1
Conventional stuffing box
External mechanical seal
Double mechanical seal
34
Rubber bellows mechanical seal
Rubber bellows mechanical seal

21. Any unusual, or new vibration in the hull or propeller shafting can be an indication of______
1
/1
Clutch slippage
Overheated bearings
High engine speeds
Propeller unbalance
Propeller unbalance

22. Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur if oil containing moisture continuously fed to a purifier
operating as a clarifier?
1
/1
The purifier must be operated at a higher temperature
The purifier must be operated at a higher speed
The purifier will gradually change operation to separation
The bowl will eventually fill with water
The bowl will eventually fill with water

23. One cause of leaky valves in a low pressure air compressor may be attributed to______
1
/1
Running with an air filter element different from that required by the original manufacturer's specifications
Excessive operating hours without carrying out preventive maintenance
Excessive operating hours without carrying out preventive maintenance
The compressor running too fast
Excessive discharge pressure

24. In a shell-and -tube type heat exchanger,the most common cause of decreased performance is______
1
/1
Loose tube bundle baffle plates
Failure of the baffle plates
Rupture of the tube bundle
Fouling on the seawater side
Fouling on the seawater side

25. In a refrigeration system, the refrigerant absorbs the latent heat of vaporization in the______
1
/1
Compressor
Condenser
Receiver
35
Evaporator
Evaporator

26. A vessel is in compliance with federal regulations regarding the discharge of sewage by______
1
/1
Holding all sewage onboard
Treating sewage in an approved system
Pumping the sewage ashore to an approved container
All of the above
All of the above

27. Which deck machinery is primarily used for lifting and lowering the anchor?
1
/1
Windlass
Windlass
Capstan
Winch
Crane

28. When checking zinc in a saltwater cooled heat exchanger, you should______
1
/1
Paint the zincs to stop corrosion
Insulate the zincs to alter the temperature
Replace the zincs if they are 50% consumed
Replace the zincs if they are 50% consumed
File the zincs to change the shape

29. One function of the air receiver in a compressed air system is to______
1
/1
Dry the air discharged from the intercooler
Minimize the system's line pulsations
Minimize the system's line pulsations
Receive exhaust air from pneumatic accessories
Remove all traces of oil from the air

30. Which of the following statements is true regarding a positive displacement rotary pump?
1
/1
Theoretically, there is no limit to shut off head pressure
Theoretically it is self priming
The discharge side should be protected against excessive pressure
All of the above
36
All of the above

31. Heavy residual fuel oils are heated prior to centrifuging to______
1
/1
Reduce fuel weight
Increase specific gravity
Separate fuel from lube oil
Reduce fuel viscosity
Reduce fuel viscosity

32. Air leakage between the shaft and stuffing box packing in a centrifugal pump is prevented by______
0
/1
A compressed packing gland
Lantern rings between the packing rings
A liquid seal
The stuffing box gland
The stuffing box gland

33. Lantern rings are provided on centrifugal pumps to______

1
/1
Allow illuminated inspection of shaft and packing
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Adjust leakage at the shaft gland
Allow for distortion of the wearing rings

34. A liquid line solenoid valve controls refrigerant flow to the evaporator by______
0
/1
Throttling the refrigerant
Fully opening or closing
Sensing the superheat in the tail coil
Sensing the superheat in the tail coil
Sensing the temperature in the liquid line

35. You are unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled, with one foot of water over
the top of the bilge well, What action should be carried out?
1
/1
Send the wiper into the well with only a scoop and pail
Remove the bilge manifold valve and attempt to back flush the line
Remove the bilge manifold valve and attempt to back flush the line
Simultaneously operate all available bilge pumps
37
It is only necessary to transfer half the contents of a drum of degreaser into the bilge well

36. Water leaking through the stern tube stuffing box is used to accomplish which of the following actions?
1
/1
Cooling
Lubrication
Flushing
All of the above
All of the above

37. Pump efficiency may be lost as a result of______

0
/1
Air entering the pump through a pin hole leak in the discharge manifold
Air entering the pump through a pin hole leak in the discharge manifold
A leak in a gasket on the suction side of the pump
The suction valve in the wide open position
The pump being installed too close to the suction tank

38. An excessive amount of water is prevented from entering a vessel using a water lubricated stern tube bearing by
the use of the______
0
/1
propeller hub
Lignum vitae
Shaft packing
Labyrinth seal
Labyrinth seal

39. The flame of a sulphur candle in the presence of an ammonia leak will turn______
1
/1
Pink
White
White
Yellow
Blue

40. What is the primary function of the propeller on a ship?

1
/1
To stabilize the ship
To provide forward thrust and propel the ship
To provide forward thrust and propel the ship
To steer the ship
38
To generate electricity

41. An oil separator is a device used to remove oil from the______

0
/1
Liquid refrigerant
Liquid refrigerant
Receiver
Gaseous refrigerant
Expansion valve

42. Failure of the burner flame in an automatic auxiliary boiler would probably be a result of______
0
/1
Water in the fuel oil
Broken high tension leads
Incorrect electrode setting
Incorrect electrode setting
Full fuel pressure at the nozzle

43. Which type of pump is typically used for firefighting systems on ships?
1
/1
Centrifugal pump
Centrifugal pump
Reciprocating pump
Gear pump
Screw pump

44. Which of the equipment listed is most effective in processing bilge slops for overboard discharge?
1
/1
A 100 PPM oily water separator
Assembling the lube oil purifier as a separator and aligning it to the bilge overboard
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A 15 PPM oily water separator
A magnetic duplex strainer

45. Which of the components listed is used to connect several sections of line shafting?
0
/1
Inboard stern tube couplings
Bolts fitted through flange type couplings forged integral with the shaft sections
Muff type outboard couplings
All of the above types
All of the above types
39
46. Fusible plugs are installed in fire tube boilers to
0
/1
Provide a means of draining the boiler
Warn the engineer of low water level
Cool the crown sheet at high firing rates
Open the burners electrical firing circuits
Open the burners electrical firing circuits

47. Badly leaking refrigeration compressor discharge valves will cause______

0
/1
Overfeeding of the expansion valve
Damage to the condenser
Constant running of the compressor
Flooding of the receiver
Flooding of the receiver

48. Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed from fuel oil by centrifuging?
1
/1
Sludge
Sludge
Diesel fuel
Lube oil
Gasoline

49. The delivery rate of a variable stroke axial piston hydraulic pump is controlled by varying the position of
the______
0
/1
Slide block
Tilting box
Pintle
Pintle
Reaction ring

50. The percentage of impurities in a specific fuel oil sample is determined by______
1
/1
Settling in a fuel tank
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Burning in a calorimeter
Testing in a closed cup
40
1. A lubricant should possess high______
1
/1
Volatility
Acidity
Oiliness
Oiliness
None of these

2. Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed from fuel oil by centrifuging?
1
/1
Sludge
Sludge
Diesel fuel
Lube oil
Gasoline

3. What is the function of the propeller boss?

0
/1
To attach the propeller to the shaft
To reduce drag
To reduce drag
To control the pitch of the blades
To house of the propeller blades

4. Failure of the burner flame in an automatic auxiliary boiler would probably be a result of______
0
/1
Water in the fuel oil
Broken high tension leads
Incorrect electrode setting
Full fuel pressure at the nozzle
Full fuel pressure at the nozzle

5. When fuel oil is accidentally mixed with lube oil which of the following processes can be used to separate them/[I]
Filtering [II] Settling
1
/1
I only
II only
Either I or II
Neither I nor II
Neither I nor II

41
6. The aft,starboard bilge-well cannot be pumped out, and back flushing has not been successful.The next practical
solution will be to carry out which of the following actions?
1
/1
List the ship to port in order to pump out the bilges for the remainder of the voyages
Place 75 Ltrs of fuel oil tank-wash into the affected bilge well for one hour to dissolve the stoppage
Take all necessary steps to properly and safely pump out the affected bilge well,then manually "muck" it out
Take all necessary steps to properly and safely pump out the affected bilge well,then manually "muck" it out
Change over and use one of the two remaining bilge pumps to dewater the starboard bilge well

7. Excessive vibrartion of an automatically fired auxiliary boiler can be caused by______

1
/1
Air or water in the furnace
Combustion pulses
Combustion pulses
Fuel oil pump failure
Flame failure

8. A first stage unloader installed in a low pressure air compressure is unable to completely retract.This will result
in______
1
/1
Overheating of the discharge valve
Loss of moisture in the air charge in the receiver
Frequent lifting of the intercooler relief valve
An abnormally low intercooler pressure
An abnormally low intercooler pressure

9. For proper operation,auxillary boiler feed water must have which of the following characteristics
1
/1
High oxygen concentration
Low PH
Proper alkalinity
Proper alkalinity
All the above

10. A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following contaminants from fuel oil?
1
/1
Gasoline
water
water
lubricating oil
sulphur compounds

42
11. Radial thrust developed in high pressure centrifugal pumps can be eliminated by the use of______
0
/1
Single volutes
Single volutes
A single diffusion nozzle
A diffusion ring
A modified Kingsbury thrust bearing

12. The refrigerant leaves the evaporator of a refigeration system as a low pressure______
1
/1
Subcooled liquid
High temperature liquid
Oil saturated liquid
Super heated vapor
Super heated vapor

13. If the relief valve on the discharge side of a hydraulic lifts, the cause could be______
1
/1
A low load on the unit
A clogged pump suction strainer
A blockage in the line between the pump and hydraulic motor
A blockage in the line between the pump and hydraulic motor
The hydraulic motor turning too fast

14. The secondary function of a waste heat boiler is to

0
/1
Reduce engine exhaust noise
Reduce engine back pressure
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Increase turbocharger efficiency

15. If the suction pressure at the refrigeration compressor is below normal, the cause can be ______
1
/1
Refrigerant overcharge
Overfeeding by the expansion valve
A restricted suction strainer
A restricted suction strainer
Due to short cycling of the compressor

43
16. Regulations for bilge and ballst piping require that______
0
/1
All oil water tanks be connected to the bilge system
The bilge pumping system be operable under all practicable conditions
Peak tanks and chain lockers have separate electric pumps
All of the above
All of the above

17. The lignum vitae in a stern tube bearing is normally lubricated with______
0
/1
Grease
Oil
Oil
Water
Tallow

18. In a two stage centrifugal air conditioning system, the liquid refrigerant passes through the condenser directly to
the______
0
/1
Evaportar
Chiller
Economizer
Expansion valve
Expansion valve

19. While troubleshooting a refrigeration system for low head pressure liquid refrigerant flooding back from the
evaporator is determined to be the cause.It may be necessary to______
1
/1
Change the expansion valve adjustment
Change the expansion valve adjustment
Readjust the water regulating valve to increase the flow of water
Purge air from the condenser
Clean the water side of the condenser

20. When reassembling the bowl of a disk-type centrifuge, the bowl or locking ring is rotated______
0
/1
Clockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Clockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Clockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise
Counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise

44
21. The flame of a sulphur candle in the presence of an ammonia leak will turn______
1
/1
Pink
White
White
Yellow
Blue

22. The valve best suited for throttling gas or liquid flow in pipeline is the______
1
/1
Gate valve
Globe valve
Globe valve
Check valve
Plug valve

23. In which of the following steering modes, rudder will be locked at a particular angle until next manual order?
1
/1
Follow up
Auto pilot
Non Follow up
Non Follow up
None of the above

24. When there is a flame failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler, the______
0
/1
Air suppy is shut off
Fuel supply is shut off
Water feed is shut off
Safety valve lifts
Safety valve lifts

25. The major diffrence between the discharge and suction valves installed in most low pressure, reciprocating air
compressors is that______
0
/1
One valve seats upward, while the other seats downwards
The reed valves used on the discharge are made substantially thicker and heavier than the suction valves
The reed valves used on the discharge are made substantially thicker and heavier than the suction valves
The suction valve springs exert a greater tension than the discharge valve springs
The discharge valve springs exert a greater tension than the suction valve springs

45
26. Air conditioning system air handling units must have their air filters cleaned at regular intervals to prevent______
1
/1
Growth of micro organisms and bateria harmful to human beings
Restriction to airflow and hence reduced efficiency of the plant
Growth of mites and other allergens
All of the above
All of the above

27. What is the function of the compressor in a refrigeration cycle?

0
/1
To absorb heat from the refrigerated space
To absorb heat from the refrigerated space
To increase the pressure and temperature of the refrigrant
To reduce the pressure of the refrigerant
To exchange heat with the surroundings

28. A piece is missing from one blade of a four-bladed propeller and could result in______
1
/1
Accelerated stern bearing wear
Excessive shaft vibrations
Unusual noises
All the above
All the above

29. The process of removing moisture from the air is known as______
1
/1
Humidification
Dehumidification
Dehumidification
Vaporization
Evaporation

30. The follow-up gear on an electro-hydraulic streering gear______

1
/1
Relieves excessive fluid pressure
Takes the pump off stroke when the desired rudder angle is attained
Takes the pump off stroke when the desired rudder angle is attained
Allows for rudder movement faster than the movement of the ship's wheel
Returns the rudder to amidships when the wheel is released

46
31. Overcharging an air-cooled refrigeration system will cause the______
0
/1
Relief valve to lift
Compressor to run continuously
Compressor to run continuously
System to automatically change over to the hot gas defrost cycle
Compressor to short cycle

32. What is the primary function of the propeller on a ship?

0
/1
To stabilize the ship
To provide forward thrust and propel the ship
To steer the ship
To steer the ship
To generate electricity

33. The purpose of the wearing rings used in a centrifugal pump is to______
1
/1
Prevent an internal explosion in the pump when it is overheated
Enable a visual inspection of the pump while it is running
Ensure a proper alignment of the pump coupling to the driver
Accommodate for friction between the impeller and the casing
Accommodate for friction between the impeller and the casing

34. Badly leaking refrigeration compressor discharge valves will cause______

1
/1
Overfeeding of the expansion valve
Damage to the condenser
Constant running of the compressor
Constant running of the compressor
Flooding of the receiver

35. When it is necessary to open a refrigeration system for repairs and the system will be open for more than a few
minutes, the open ends of the system should be______
1
/1
Dehydrated
Purged
Plugged
Plugged
Evacuated

47
36. Regulations require the emergency bilge system to _____
1
/1
Be independent of the main bilge system
Be independent of the main bilge system
Be a part of the independent bilge system
Have an independent priming pump
Have a cross connection to the ballast system

37. An excessive amount of water is prevented from entering a vessel using a water lubricated stern tube bearing by
the use of the______
0
/1
propeller hub
Lignum vitae
Shaft packing
Labyrinth seal
Labyrinth seal

38. If a bilge pump is able to develop vacuum, but is unable to sufficiently pump out the bilges, you would check for
all of the following EXCEPT______
0
/1
The circuit breaker
For leaks in the suction piping
For leaks in the suction piping
Relief valve is not properly seated
The suction strainer

39. Which of the following statements represent the path of the air flow passing through a typical two stage, low
pressure, reciprocating, air compressor?
1
/1
Intercooler,L.P cylinder,H.P cylinder and Air cleaner
L.P cylinder,Air cleaner,Intercooler and H.P cylinder
Air cleaner,L.P cylinder,H.P cylinder and Intercooler
Air cleaner,L.P cylinder,Intercooler and H.P cooler
Air cleaner,L.P cylinder,Intercooler and H.P cooler

40. The most efficient method of compressing air is to compress it______

0
/1
Isothermal
Adiabatically
Isentropically
Isentropically
Isochronically
48
41. The device used to retain the packing,that keeps water from entering the ship through the opening where the
propeller shaft passes through the hull,is called a______
1
/1
Packing nut
Hawsepipe
Stuffing box
Stuffing box
Seal cage

42. Compared to a constant pitch propeller,a controllable pitch propeller______

0
/1
More efficiency uses available engine power
Operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Develops its rated power at a lower speed

43. An exhaust bypass is installed in waste heat boiler in order to

0
/1
Recycle exhaust gas to the Turbo charger
By pass a portion of the exhaust gas at peak loads for better efficiency
By pass a portion of the exhaust gas at peak loads for better efficiency
By pass exhaust gas at high loads to prevent excessive back pressure
Minimise moisture condensation in the boiler gas passage at low loads

44. The discharge rate or capacity of a centrifugal pump will vary directly as the______
0
/1
Change in the impeller diameter
Square of the impeller radius
Cube of the impeller diameter
Impeller efficiency for large changes in its size
Impeller efficiency for large changes in its size

45. Which of the valves listed below permits flow in only one direction?
1
/1
Gate valve
Globe valve
Check valve
Check valve
Plug cock
49
46. A leaking suction valve in the second stage of a two stage, high pressure, air compressor can cause excessively
high______
1
/1
Second stage discharge pressure
First stage discharge pressure
First stage discharge pressure
Pressure in the aftercooler
Compressor final discharge temperature

47. One function of the air receiver in a compressed air system is to______
1
/1
Dry the air discharged from the intercooler
Minimize the system's line pulsations
Minimize the system's line pulsations
Receive exhaust air from pneumatic accessories
Remove all traces of oil from the air

48. A centrifugal bilge pump requires priming______

1
/1
Primarily to lubricate the shaft seals
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
Due to the inability of this type of pump to lift water to cover the suction(eye) of the impeller
To initially unload the pump by having its head pressure equal to discharge pressure
In order to overcome the potential energy of water in the discharge line

49. Winch gears must be maintained in proper alignment to prevent______

0
/1
Overheating of the lube oil
Overspeeding of the motor
Wear on the breaking system
Wear on the breaking system
Damage to the teeth

50. A constant hissing sound at the thermal expansion valve will always indicates______
1
/1
Proper refrigerant control
A faulty refrigerant control valve
A lack of refrigerant
A lack of refrigerant
The flow of 100% liquid refrigerant passing to the evaporator
50
1. The items that are added to a boiler for safe operation are called______
1
/1
Safety components
Safety components
Setting
Accessories
Mountings

2. The amount of chloride content in the water of an auxiliary boiler can be reduced by______
0
/1
Adding hydrazine
Blowing down the boiler
Adding phenolphthalein
Adding a sulfite chloride scavenger
Adding a sulfite chloride scavenger

3. While troubleshooting a refrigeration system for low head pressure liquid refrigerant flooding back from the
evaporator is determined to be the cause.It may be necessary to______
1
/1
Change the expansion valve adjustment
Change the expansion valve adjustment
Readjust the water regulating valve to increase the flow of water
Purge air from the condenser
Clean the water side of the condenser

4. Air conditioning duct-work begins at the large mixing chamber called the______
1
/1
Exhaust chamber
Plenum chamber
Plenum chamber
Intake chamber
Vapor chamber

5. You suspect a problem with the centrifugal fire pump on your ship and begin to slowly close the discharge
valve.Your suspision is confirmed when the______
0
/1
Discharge valve is closed off and there is no change in the discharge pressure
Discharge valve is 80% closed and the relief valve lifts
Suction valve is closed off, and the discharge pressure begins to decrease
Suction valve is closed off, and the discharge pressure begins to decrease
Suction valve is closed off, yet the relief valve does not lift

51
6. The function of a heat interchanger used in a refrigeration system is to______
1
/1
Lower the temperature of liquid refrigerant before entering the expansion valve
Reduce the possibility of liquid refrigerant from flooding back to the compressor
Minimize sweating of the suction line
All of the above
All of the above

7. A refrigeration system contaminated with moisture can be affected by______

0
/1
Acid formation
Sludge formation
Ice in the expansion valve
Ice in the expansion valve
All of the above

8. Which of the fluids listed is normally used to condense the primary refrigerant in a shipboard central air
conditioning system?
1
/1
Air or Nitrogen
Seawater or Fresh water
Seawater or Fresh water
Sodium Nitrate brine
Calcium Sulfate brine

9. A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following contaminants from fuel oil?
1
/1
Gasoline
water
water
lubricating oil
sulphur compounds

10. The secondary function of a waste heat boiler is to

0
/1
Reduce engine exhaust noise
Reduce engine back pressure
Reduce engine back pressure
Recover heat which otherwise would be lost
Increase turbocharger efficiency

52
11. Which of the following centrifugal pump components converts the liquid kinetic energy of velocity to the
potential energy of pressure?
1
/1
Impeller
Electric motor
Volute
Volute
Eye

12. Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur if oil containing moisture continuously fed to a purifier
operating as a clarifier?
1
/1
The purifier must be operated at a higher temperature
The purifier must be operated at a higher speed
The purifier will gradually change operation to separation
The bowl will eventually fill with water
The bowl will eventually fill with water

13. The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the______
1
/1
Vent line
Overflow line
Feed line
Sounding tube
Sounding tube

14. Which of the following statements is true?

0
/1
The rotary vane type steering gear generally operates at higher oil pressures than the ram type
The ram type steering gear generally operates at higher oil pressures than the rotary vane type
Both ram type and rotary vane type steering gears generally operate at similar oil pressures
Both ram type and rotary vane type steering gears generally operate at similar oil pressures
None of the above

15. A gate valve instaled in a pipe line should be______

1
/1
Used in either the fully closed or fully opened position
Used in either the fully closed or fully opened position
Installed with stem down
Used for steam service only
Used to throttle or regulate the flow of liquid
53
16. The seat of a butterfly valve will most likely be constructed of______
1
/1
Monel
Stellite
A resilient material
A resilient material
Admiralty metal

17. The lignum vitae in a stern tube bearing is normally lubricated with______
0
/1
Grease
Oil
Oil
Water
Tallow

18. Accidental flooding of the engine room bilges by the bilge main is prevented by______
0
/1
Stop-check valves installed in the bilge suction manifolds
Using a positive displacement reciprocating bilge pump
Installing educators in all bilge rose boxes
Installing a swing check before each bilge valve
Installing a swing check before each bilge valve

19. The refrigerant leaves the evaporator of a refigeration system as a low pressure______
1
/1
Subcooled liquid
High temperature liquid
Oil saturated liquid
Super heated vapor
Super heated vapor

20. The percentage of impurities in a specific fuel oil sample is determined by______
1
/1
Settling in a fuel tank
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Burning in a calorimeter
Testing in a closed cup

54
21. If the relief valve on the discharge side of a hydraulic lifts, the cause could be______
0
/1
A low load on the unit
A clogged pump suction strainer
A clogged pump suction strainer
A blockage in the line between the pump and hydraulic motor
The hydraulic motor turning too fast

22. Fusible plugs are installed in fire tube boilers to

1
/1
Provide a means of draining the boiler
Warn the engineer of low water level
Warn the engineer of low water level
Cool the crown sheet at high firing rates
Open the burners electrical firing circuits

23. When a refrigeration compressor is in the "off" cycle, the thermal expansion valve______
0
/1
Is always wide open
Is always completely closed
Is open only until evaporator pressure is equalized
Is open only until evaporator pressure is equalized
Operation as if the system were in operation

24. You are unable to pump out the aft starboard engine room bilge well that is fouled, with one foot of water over
the top of the bilge well, What action should be carried out?
1
/1
Send the wiper into the well with only a scoop and pail
Remove the bilge manifold valve and attempt to back flush the line
Remove the bilge manifold valve and attempt to back flush the line
Simultaneously operate all available bilge pumps
It is only necessary to transfer half the contents of a drum of degreaser into the bilge well

25. A cracked diaphragm in a thermostatic expansion valve will cause the valve to______
1
/1
Return to a neutral position
Flood the evaporator
Open
Close
Close

55
26. When there is a flame failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler, the______
1
/1
Air suppy is shut off
Fuel supply is shut off
Fuel supply is shut off
Water feed is shut off
Safety valve lifts

27. Which of the listed contaminants will be satisfactorily removed from fuel oil by centrifuging?
1
/1
Sludge
Sludge
Diesel fuel
Lube oil
Gasoline

28. Excessive vibrartion of an automatically fired auxiliary boiler can be caused by______
1
/1
Air or water in the furnace
Combustion pulses
Combustion pulses
Fuel oil pump failure
Flame failure

29. What is the function of the compressor in a refrigeration cycle?

1
/1
To absorb heat from the refrigerated space
To increase the pressure and temperature of the refrigrant
To increase the pressure and temperature of the refrigrant
To reduce the pressure of the refrigerant
To exchange heat with the surroundings

30. Air compressor receivers should be "blown down" at least______

1
/1
Yearly
Quarterly
Monthly
Daily
Daily

56
31. The purpose of an accumulator in a hydraulic system is to______
1
/1
Collect any dirt in the system
Collect fluid from any small leak
Preheat the fluid during cold weather
Store potential energy in the form of hydraulic fluid under pressure in the system
Store potential energy in the form of hydraulic fluid under pressure in the system

32. Complete steering gear system consists of______

1
/1
Telemotor
Control unit
Power unit
All of the above
All of the above

33. The general purpose of a heat exchanger is to______

1
/1
Eliminate hot air from the condenser
Maintain steady pressure in a system
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Heat,or cool one fluid by means of another fluid
Reduce the engine room temperature in tropical climates

34. If the refrigeration compressor was developing higher than normal discharge pressure, this could be aresult
of______
0
/1
Air or noncondensable gases in the system
Leaking discharge valves
Leaking suction valves
Leaking suction valves
Liquid refrigerant flooding back from the cooling coil

35. Pump efficiency may be lost as a result of______

1
/1
Air entering the pump through a pin hole leak in the discharge manifold
A leak in a gasket on the suction side of the pump
A leak in a gasket on the suction side of the pump
The suction valve in the wide open position
The pump being installed too close to the suction tank

57
36. According to Regulations, a welded repair to be made to a ships service, other than an emergency repair at sea,
must be______
0
/1
Inspected and tested by the chief engineer before it may be returned to service
Inspected and tested by the chief engineer before it may be returned to service
Completed and then tested at least twice prior to notifying the Administration to ask for a surveyor
Made with a backing strip to ensure full penetration
Made only with the prior approval of the Administration

37. If the Aux boiler monitors the flame failure,you should check______
1
/1
The solenoid coil of pilot burner
The ignition electrodes gap
The photocell
All of the above
All of the above

38. A boiler forced draft pressure gauge indicates 15 cms of water.This corresponds to a pressure of______
1
/1
150mm WG
150mm WG
200mm WG
300mm WG
500mm WG

39. What is the primary function of the propeller on a ship?

1
/1
To stabilize the ship
To provide forward thrust and propel the ship
To provide forward thrust and propel the ship
To steer the ship
To generate electricity

40. what principle does a typical salinometer use to measure salinity?

1
/1
Electrical conductivity
Electrical conductivity
Optical refraction
Temperature variation
Chemical titration

58
41. The valve best suited for throttling gas or liquid flow in pipeline is the______
1
/1
Gate valve
Globe valve
Globe valve
Check valve
Plug valve

42. To minimize the effect of air start line explosions, the air start manifold to each cylinder must be fitted
with______
1
/1
Flame traps
Relief valve
Bursting disk
All previous statements are correct
All previous statements are correct

43. A piece is missing from one blade of a four-bladed propeller and could result in______
1
/1
Accelerated stern bearing wear
Excessive shaft vibrations
Unusual noises
All the above
All the above

44. Keyless propeller hubs secured to tailshafts by "pilgrim nuts",are removed by______
0
/1
spring-loaded jacks
Hydraulic pressure
Heating with a torch
Hydraulic lever arms
Hydraulic lever arms

45. In an air conditioning system, low head pressure associated with a reciprocating compresser can be the result
of______
1
/1
Broken valve springs
Broken valve springs
Tight drive belts
High line voltage
Air in the system

59
46. Sacrificial zinc anodes are used on the saltwater side of diesel engine heat exchangers to______
0
/1
Keep heat transfer surfaces shiny and clean
Prevent rapid accumulation of marine growth
Provide a protective coating on heat exchanger surfaces
Provide a protective coating on heat exchanger surfaces
Reduce electrolytic action on heat exchanger metals

47. If the capacity of a reciprocating air compressor gradually drops off, the cause could be______
1
/1
Leaking compressor valves
A clogged air filter
Worn cylinder liners
All of the above
All of the above

48. Energy imparted to the hydraulic fluid in an operating hydraulic system is stored in the______
1
/1
Accumulator
Accumulator
Actuator
Ram
Resevoir

49. When hot gas defrosting a refrigeration system, one way to overcome the possibility of a large slug of liquid
refrigerant entering the compressor suction is to use the installed______
0
/1
Subcooler
Liquid extractors
Liquid extractors
Re-Evaporator
Drain lines

50. Deck machinery means______

1
/1
All the machineries was installed on the deck for deck operations
All the machineries was installed on the deck for deck operations
All machineries on the deck to perform fire fighting on the deck
All the machineries used for construction of the deck e.g.welding machines
All of the above
1. What is the function of the propeller boss?
60
0
/1
To attach the propeller to the shaft
To attach the propeller to the shaft
To reduce drag
To control the pitch of the blades
To house of the propeller blades

2. A centrifugal pump may fail to deliver water when first started if the______
1
/1
Water seal pipe is plugged
Pump is not primed
Pump is not primed
Seal ring is improperly located
Impeller is flooded

3. Most conducting materials such as copper,aluminium,iron,nickel, and tungsten behave in such as way as the
resistance and conductance is predictably affected by temperature.Which statement is true regarding this behaviour?
0
/1
Conductor conductance increases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance decreases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance decreases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance increases with increased temperature
Conductor resistance increases with decreased temperature

4. The aft,starboard bilge-well cannot be pumped out, and back flushing has not been successful.The next practical
solution will be to carry out which of the following actions?
0
/1
List the ship to port in order to pump out the bilges for the remainder of the voyages
Place 75 Ltrs of fuel oil tank-wash into the affected bilge well for one hour to dissolve the stoppage
Take all necessary steps to properly and safely pump out the affected bilge well,then manually "muck" it out
Change over and use one of the two remaining bilge pumps to dewater the starboard bilge well
Change over and use one of the two remaining bilge pumps to dewater the starboard bilge well

5. Air trapped in the hydraulic fluid of a steering system should be indicated by______
0
/1
The pump overspeeding
An improper rudder response
Bubbles in the sight glass
Bubbles in the sight glass
Ram relief valves lifting

61
6. If a refrigeration compressor is running continuously witout lowering the temperature in the refrigerted space, the
trouble may be______
1
/1
A shortatge of compressor oil
Warm food in the refrigerator
Excessive condenser cooling water
A shortage of refrigerant
A shortage of refrigerant

7. If the relief valve on the discharge side of a hydraulic lifts, the cause could be______
0
/1
A low load on the unit
A clogged pump suction strainer
A blockage in the line between the pump and hydraulic motor
The hydraulic motor turning too fast
The hydraulic motor turning too fast

8. If a centrifugal pump operating with a positive suction head becomes air bound, your FIRST response should be
to______
0
/1
Vent the casing
Close the discharge
Close the discharge
Tighten the packing
Reprime the pump

9. The amount of moisture in a given sample of air,when compared with the amount of moisture the air could hold if
totally saturated at the existing temperature of the sample, is called______
0
/1
Absolute humidity
Specific humidity
Specific humidity
Effective humidity
Relative humidity

10. An exhaust bypass is installed in waste heat boiler in order to

0
/1
Recycle exhaust gas to the Turbo charger
Recycle exhaust gas to the Turbo charger
By pass a portion of the exhaust gas at peak loads for better efficiency
By pass exhaust gas at high loads to prevent excessive back pressure
Minimise moisture condensation in the boiler gas passage at low loads
62
11. When it is necessary to open a refrigeration system for repairs and the system will be open for more than a few
minutes, the open ends of the system should be______
1
/1
Dehydrated
Purged
Plugged
Plugged
Evacuated

12. If all of the air charge has been lost from a ship service air receiver,the compressor mechanical unloading system
will______
0
/1
Fail to work,and the drive motor will trip the circuit breaker as the compressor will be overloaded
Fail to work,but the compressor having no load will start with little or no difficulty
Still functional normally at start-up
Still function normally,but the safety interlock will stop the drive motor
Still function normally,but the safety interlock will stop the drive motor

13. Compared to a constant pitch propeller,a controllable pitch propeller______

0
/1
More efficiency uses available engine power
Operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Produces the same torque at lower engine power
Develops its rated power at a lower speed

14. Lantern rings are provided on centrifugal pumps to______

1
/1
Allow illuminated inspection of shaft and packing
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Provide a passage for the stuffing box sealing liquid
Adjust leakage at the shaft gland
Allow for distortion of the wearing rings

15. A Feed pump of an auxillary boiler might loose suction if the

0
/1
Boilerdrum water level is low
Feed water is too hot
Hot well level low
Both B and C
63
Both B and C

16. Lube oil pumps taking suction from the sump of most small marine engines are usually______
1
/1
Of the diaphragm type
Of the centrifugal type
Of the positive displacement type
Of the positive displacement type
Independently driven by electric motors

17. The purpose of an accumulator in a hydraulic system is to______

1
/1
Collect any dirt in the system
Collect fluid from any small leak
Preheat the fluid during cold weather
Store potential energy in the form of hydraulic fluid under pressure in the system
Store potential energy in the form of hydraulic fluid under pressure in the system

18. The interior of some diesel engine saltwater heat exchagers are protected from corrosion by the use of ______
1
/1
Aluminium plates
Lead cathodes
Copper baffle plates
Sacrificial zincs
Sacrificial zincs

19. Regulations require the emergency bilge system to _____

0
/1
Be independent of the main bilge system
Be a part of the independent bilge system
Have an independent priming pump
Have a cross connection to the ballast system
Have a cross connection to the ballast system

20. If an electric motor driven air compressor fails to start, it may be due to a______
1
/1
Leaking discharge valve
Jammed suction valve
Tripped overload relay
Tripped overload relay
Broken discharge unloader
64
21. A low refrigeration compressor discharge pressure can be caused by______
1
/1
Warm food in the refrigerator
Wasted zinc plates in the condenser
Leaky compresor discharge valves
Leaky compresor discharge valves
Faulty door gaskets on the refrigerator

22. An inverted gate valve (stem pointing downward)may be subject to wear sooner than a similar valve installed in
the upright position because______
1
/1
The gate's full weight is upon the stem
The gland stud nuts are under more pressure
Sediment collects in the bonnet
Sediment collects in the bonnet
The packing will not properly adhere to the stem

23. A vessel is in compliance with federal regulations regarding the discharge of sewage by______
0
/1
Holding all sewage onboard
Treating sewage in an approved system
Treating sewage in an approved system
Pumping the sewage ashore to an approved container
All of the above

24. Which combination of the main shaft segments listed below,that are located furthest from the main engine,are
connected by the inboard stern tube shaft coupling?
0
/1
Line shaft and thrust shaft
Line shaft and stern-tube shaft
Thrust shaft and stern-tube shaft
Thrust shaft and stern-tube shaft
Stern-tube shaft and tail shaft

25. Small leaks in gaskets should be stopped immediately after installation because______
1
/1
The leak will probably worsen in time
The leak will probably worsen in time
The gasket may not seal itself for several hours
The leak will result in severe flange distortion
65
Small leaks cause the pipeline to creep

26. A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following contaminants from fuel oil?
1
/1
Gasoline
water
water
lubricating oil
sulphur compounds

27. Which type of steam turbine is typically used for marine propulsion?
0
/1
Impulse turbine
Impulse turbine
Reaction turbine
Both impulse and reaction turbines
Reciprocating steam engine

28. The presence of scale and dirt on the saltwater side of a lube oil cooler is usually indicated by______
1
/1
Clogged lube oil strainers
Seawater leaking into the lube oil system
Decreasing lube oil pressure
Gradually increasing lube oil temperature
Gradually increasing lube oil temperature

29. The unloading system on an air compressor will______

0
/1
Increase compressor discharge pressure on demand
Increase compressor operating speed as necessary
Increase compressor operating speed as necessary
Allow the motor to turn the compressor opposed only by friction
Reduce the compressor frictional load when starting

30. An excessive amount of water is prevented from entering a vessel using a water lubricated stern tube bearing by
the use of the______
0
/1
propeller hub
Lignum vitae
Lignum vitae
Shaft packing
66
Labyrinth seal

31. Moisture is removed from a refrigeration system by______

0
/1
Bleeding refrigerant from the condenser
Opening a drain petcock on the oil separator
Condensing the water in the heat exchanger
Condensing the water in the heat exchanger
Using a dehydrator cartridge

32. Which of the following statements is true concerning a radiator type heat exchanger?
1
/1
Raw water is the cooling medium
Water cooled exhaust elbows remove the heat
The surge tank must be located a minimum of 4 feet above the highest finned tube
Air flow provided by a fan is used as the cooling medium
Air flow provided by a fan is used as the cooling medium

33. Ignition failure in an automatically controlled auxiliary boiler could be caused by______
1
/1
Carbon deposits on the flame scanner
Carbon deposits on the flame scanner
High fuel oil temperature
Low fuel oil viscosity
High steam pressure

34. How is the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the feed water of an auxiliary boiler maintained at acceptable
limits?
1
/1
Feed water is cycled through a DC heater
Feed water is treated with phosphates
Oxygen is liberated in the three-stages of the feed water preheating
Oxygen is liberated by maintaining the highest practical feed water temperature
Oxygen is liberated by maintaining the highest practical feed water temperature

35. What maintanence may be carried out on a thermostatic expansion valve?

1
/1
The thermal bulb may be recharged
The rate action may be increased
The proportional action may be varied
The inlet screen may be cleaned
67
The inlet screen may be cleaned

36. Which of the valves listed will be cycled from fully open to fully closed when the handle is turned 90° ?
1
/1
A rising stem gate valve
A globe stop valve
A check valve
A butterfly valve
A butterfly valve

37. The process of grinding,shredding or reducing the size of sewage particles is known as______
1
/1
Detension
Maceration
Maceration
Bulking
Chlorinating

38. If the discharge valve is closed before the drive motor is stopped, which of the following types of pumps will most
likely be damaged?
1
/1
Centrifugal
Gear
Gear
Propeller
Turbine

39. A piece is missing from one blade of a four-bladed propeller and could result in______
1
/1
Accelerated stern bearing wear
Excessive shaft vibrations
Unusual noises
All the above
All the above

40. Excessive wear on a centrifugal pump shaft sleeve will______

0
/1
Cause severe vibration when the pump is operating
Cause severe vibration when the pump is operating
Cause excessive leakage past the packing gland
Cause damage in the stuffing box
68
Allow interstage leakage in the pump casing glands

41. If the Aux boiler monitors the flame failure,you should check______
1
/1
The solenoid coil of pilot burner
The ignition electrodes gap
The photocell
All of the above
All of the above

42. Which type of pump is typically used for handling fuel oil on ships?
1
/1
Screw pump
Centrifugal pump
Gear pump
Gear pump
Piston pump

43. For proper operation,auxillary boiler feed water must have which of the following characteristics
1
/1
High oxygen concentration
Low PH
Proper alkalinity
Proper alkalinity
All the above

44. During routine maintenace the bilge manifold valves are removed. Prior to resecuring the valve bonnets, the
valve______
1
/1
Disks and seats should be checked and lapped if necessary
Bonnet, flange gaskets should be renewed if they were cut or torn
Stem packing should be renewed if the packing has hardened, the glands have bottomed out, or the glands cannot
be tightened
All of the above
All of the above

45. The purpose of a three-way solenoid, dump valve on an evoporator is to______

1
/1
Prevent excessive saline distillate from entering the freshwater system
Prevent excessive saline distillate from entering the freshwater system
Drain the evaporator first-effect only
69
Drain the evaporator second-effect only
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve

46. Scale formation in a fresh water generator evaporator can lead to______
1
/1
Impaired heat transfer
Reduced capacity
Increased shell temperature
All of the above
All of the above

47. Brine density in a distilling plant is measured with a/an______

1
/1
Psychrometer
Salinometer
Salinometer
Anemometer
Sphygmomanometer

48. How does water enter the crankcase of a diesel engine?

1
/1
Through the crankcase exhaust
As water vapor contained in blow-by
As water vapor contained in blow-by
Demulsifying lube oil passing through the main bearings
Condensation from vapour formed in the expansion tank

49. The seat of a butterfly valve will most likely be constructed of______
1
/1
Monel
Stellite
A resilient material
A resilient material
Admiralty metal

50. An exhaust boiler in a steam plant serves the following purpose______

0
/1
Economize feedwater consumption
Economize feedwater consumption
Recover heat energy that would otherwise be lost in flue gases
Keep the boiler water clean
70
Clean the uptake gases by trapping the carbon particulate matter
1. A vessel is in compliance with federal regulations regarding the discharge of sewage by______
1
/1
Holding all sewage onboard
Treating sewage in an approved system
Pumping the sewage ashore to an approved container
All of the above
All of the above

2. The process of removing moisture from the air in an air conditioning system is called______
1
/1
Refrigeration
Ventilation
Dehumidification
Dehumidification
Humidification

3. As a general rule of thumb, the reservoir used in a hydraulic system should have a capacity, when at the normal
level, approximately equal to______
1
/1
Two to three times the normal flow rate through the system
Two to three times the normal flow rate through the system
The flow rate through the system
Ten times the flow rate through the system
The pump gpm

4. Overcharging an air-cooled refrigeration system will cause the______

0
/1
Relief valve to lift
Compressor to run continuously
System to automatically change over to the hot gas defrost cycle
System to automatically change over to the hot gas defrost cycle
Compressor to short cycle

5. In a direct expansion type cargo refrigeration system, a box is normally changed from chill to freeze by adjusting
the______
1
/1
Hand expansion valve
Compressor suction valve
Solenoid bypass
Back pressure regulating valve
Back pressure regulating valve
71
6. According to Regulations, a welded repair to be made to a ships service, other than an emergency repair at sea,
must be______
0
/1
Inspected and tested by the chief engineer before it may be returned to service
Completed and then tested at least twice prior to notifying the Administration to ask for a surveyor
Completed and then tested at least twice prior to notifying the Administration to ask for a surveyor
Made with a backing strip to ensure full penetration
Made only with the prior approval of the Administration

7. Ignition failure in an automatically controlled auxiliary boiler could be caused by______

1
/1
Carbon deposits on the flame scanner
Carbon deposits on the flame scanner
High fuel oil temperature
Low fuel oil viscosity
High steam pressure

8. When a refrigeration compressor motor fails to start, the FIRST thing that should be checked for is a______
1
/1
Loose expansion valve control bulb
Low differential setting on the H.P. cutout
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Blown fuse in the motor circuit
Faulty suction pressure regulator

9. Regulations for bilge and ballst piping require that______

0
/1
All oil water tanks be connected to the bilge system
The bilge pumping system be operable under all practicable conditions
Peak tanks and chain lockers have separate electric pumps
All of the above
All of the above

10. Vessel propellers are classified as being right hand or left hand. A right hand propeller turns clockwise when
viewed from______
1
/1
The bow
The stern
The stern
The port side
72
The starboard side

11. If all of the air charge has been lost from a ship service air receiver,the compressor mechanical unloading system
will______
1
/1
Fail to work,and the drive motor will trip the circuit breaker as the compressor will be overloaded
Fail to work,but the compressor having no load will start with little or no difficulty
Fail to work,but the compressor having no load will start with little or no difficulty
Still functional normally at start-up
Still function normally,but the safety interlock will stop the drive motor

12. The unloading system on an air compressor will______

1
/1
Increase compressor discharge pressure on demand
Increase compressor operating speed as necessary
Allow the motor to turn the compressor opposed only by friction
Allow the motor to turn the compressor opposed only by friction
Reduce the compressor frictional load when starting

13. An exhaust boiler in a steam plant serves the following purpose______

1
/1
Economize feedwater consumption
Recover heat energy that would otherwise be lost in flue gases
Recover heat energy that would otherwise be lost in flue gases
Keep the boiler water clean
Clean the uptake gases by trapping the carbon particulate matter

14. Small leaks in gaskets should be stopped immediately after installation because______
1
/1
The leak will probably worsen in time
The leak will probably worsen in time
The gasket may not seal itself for several hours
The leak will result in severe flange distortion
Small leaks cause the pipeline to creep

15. If the suction pressure at the refrigeration compressor is below normal, the cause can be ______
1
/1
Refrigerant overcharge
Overfeeding by the expansion valve
A restricted suction strainer
A restricted suction strainer
73
Due to short cycling of the compressor

16. A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following contaminants from fuel oil?
1
/1
Gasoline
water
water
lubricating oil
sulphur compounds

17. Leaking suction valves in a refrigeration compressor are indicated by______

1
/1
Higher than normal suction pressure
Higher than normal suction pressure
Lower than normal suction pressure
Lower than normal evaporator temperature
Noticeable increase in compressor noise

18. Amines are added in the hotwell tank to

0
/1
Remove oxygen from water
To create coagulation
To increase alkalinity
To avoid scale formation
To avoid scale formation

19. The percentage of impurities in a specific fuel oil sample is determined by______
1
/1
Settling in a fuel tank
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Testing in a laboratory centrifuge
Burning in a calorimeter
Testing in a closed cup

20. The sight glass is installed in the liquid line to indicate the condition of the refrigerant charge and may also
indicate the______
1
/1
Condition of the expansion valve
Moisture in the system
Moisture in the system
Condition of the compressor suction valves
74
Condenser temperature

21. Which deck machinery is used for launching and recovering lifeboats?
1
/1
Windlass
Capstan
Davit
Davit
Winch

22. The purpose of the wearing rings used in a centrifugal pump is to______
1
/1
Prevent an internal explosion in the pump when it is overheated
Enable a visual inspection of the pump while it is running
Ensure a proper alignment of the pump coupling to the driver
Accommodate for friction between the impeller and the casing
Accommodate for friction between the impeller and the casing

23. Which of the gasket materials and/or types listed is typically used on high pressure steam flang joints?
0
/1
Spiral wound composition asbestos
Wire-impregnated sheet asbestos
Wire-impregnated sheet asbestos
Rubber
Wire-impregnated rubber

24. Excessive wear on a centrifugal pump shaft sleeve will______

0
/1
Cause severe vibration when the pump is operating
Cause severe vibration when the pump is operating
Cause excessive leakage past the packing gland
Cause damage in the stuffing box
Allow interstage leakage in the pump casing glands

25. Which of the listed statements is correct concerning refrigeration systems?

1
/1
Dehydrators must be used continuously in a refrigeration system
A 25 ton refrigeration systems has the same cooling effect as melting 25 tons of ice in 24 hours
A 25 ton refrigeration systems has the same cooling effect as melting 25 tons of ice in 24 hours
A thermostatic expansion valve is used to control refrigerated space temperature
The liquid receiver functions to collect and remove noncondensable gases
75
26. For proper operation,auxillary boiler feed water must have which of the following characteristics
1
/1
High oxygen concentration
Low PH
Proper alkalinity
Proper alkalinity
All the above

27. Which of the following statements is true?

0
/1
The rotary vane type steering gear generally operates at higher oil pressures than the ram type
The ram type steering gear generally operates at higher oil pressures than the rotary vane type
Both ram type and rotary vane type steering gears generally operate at similar oil pressures
Both ram type and rotary vane type steering gears generally operate at similar oil pressures
None of the above

28. Which of the components listed is used to connect several sections of line shafting?
0
/1
Inboard stern tube couplings
Bolts fitted through flange type couplings forged integral with the shaft sections
Muff type outboard couplings
All of the above types
All of the above types

29. The purpose of a three-way solenoid, dump valve on an evoporator is to______

0
/1
Prevent excessive saline distillate from entering the freshwater system
Drain the evaporator first-effect only
Drain the evaporator second-effect only
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve
Allow the evaporator's first and second effects to be drained with one valve

30. Excessive propeller vibration may occur as a result of______

1
/1
Operating at low speed
High water pressure under the hull
Cavitation
Cavitation
Operating in deep river channels

76
31. How does a variable-pitch propeller differ from a fixed-pitch propeller?
1
/1
It has blades that can change angle to optimize performance
It has blades that can change angle to optimize performance
It is made from different materials
It is used only on smaller vessels
It is less efficient

32. Condensate must be drained from the intercooler and aftercoolers of an air compressor because______
0
/1
The cooling effect of the condensate reduces the compressor's efficiency
A danger of explosion exists whenever water is present in a compressor
A danger of explosion exists whenever water is present in a compressor
Water causes erratic operation of pneumatic components
The volumetric capacity of the first stage is reduced if water remains

33. An 8-inch,globe-type,stop-check valve has been installed in the lube oil cooler water outlet, with the flow coming
in from the top of the disk. This means that______
1
/1
The valve will remain completely open
The valve will prevent back flow
The valve will never permit water flow from the lube oil cooler
The valve will never permit water flow from the lube oil cooler
The valve will allow the lube oil temperature to be 10°F(5.5°C) cooler than if the valve were properly installed

34. When one belt of a multiple V-belt compressor drive requires replacement, all of the belts must be replaced,
because______
1
/1
The old belts would otherwise carry all the load
New belts are shorter than old belts
New belts are shorter than old belts
New belts have a tendency to slip
All of the above

35. The process of grinding, shredding, or reducing the size of sewage particles is known as_____
1
/1
Detention
Maceration
Maceration
Bulking
Chlorinating
77
36. Why are positive displacement pumps preferred for lubricating oil systems on ships?
1
/1
They provide a constant flow rate irrespective of pressure
They provide a constant flow rate irrespective of pressure
They are more efficient at high speeds
They are easier to maintain
They are less expensive

37. On small, low pressure , air compressors, the cylinders are usually lubricated by the______
1
/1
Splash method
Splash method
Mechanical force feed lubricators
Detached sump method
Internal cooling passages in the crankshafts and connecting rods

38. A low refrigeration compressor discharge pressure can be caused by______

1
/1
Warm food in the refrigerator
Wasted zinc plates in the condenser
Leaky compresor discharge valves
Leaky compresor discharge valves
Faulty door gaskets on the refrigerator

39. In order to maximize the performance of an operating centrifuge,you can adjust the fuel oil______.[I].viscosity
[II]. through put
0
/1
I only
II only
II only
Both I and II
Neither I nor II

40. The accumulation of air and other non-condensable gases in a refrigeration system will______
1
/1
Cause a loss of the liquid seal
Create a vapor lock in the liquid receiver
Collect in the condenser
Collect in the condenser
Cause foaming of the oil in the crankcase
78
41. Regulations require the emergency bilge system to _____
1
/1
Be independent of the main bilge system
Be independent of the main bilge system
Be a part of the independent bilge system
Have an independent priming pump
Have a cross connection to the ballast system

42. Air blowing from the intake air filter of an operating air compressor indicates______
1
/1
Broken inlet valves
Broken inlet valves
Broken discharge valves
Pulsations in the air distribution system
Overloading of the air distribution system

43. The best gasket material to use in cargo fuel oil lines is______
1
/1
Sheet asbestos
Oil-resistent sheet packing
Oil-resistent sheet packing
Cork sheet packing
Unvulcanized packing

44. A centrifugal fuel oil purifier should be shut down if______

0
/1
More sealing water is needed
The cover clamp needs tightening
The purifier has a bad vibration when started
Water is discharged from the overflow line
Water is discharged from the overflow line

45. Why are pumps with relief valves commonly used in fuel oil systems on ships?
1
/1
To reduce the flow rate
To prevent excessive pressure build-up
To prevent excessive pressure build-up
To increase fuel efficiency
To filter the fule oil

79
46. If a centrifugal pump vibrates and is noisy in operating, the cause could be______
1
/1
Worn gland sealing shaft
Worn wearing rings
A bent shaft
A bent shaft
Reversed pump coupling

47. If there is a sudden drop in the capacity of a reciprocating air compressor, you should check for______
1
/1
Broken compressor valves
Broken compressor valves
Worn piston rings or cylinder liners
Excessive compressor speed
A defective pressure switch or pilot valve

48. When reassembling the bowl of a disk-type centrifuge, the bowl or locking ring is rotated______
1
/1
Clockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Clockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise
Counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
Counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise

49. Which of the following is a electro-hydraulic type steering gear?

1
/1
Rotary Vane type
Ram type
Both rotary vane type and ram type
Both rotary vane type and ram type
None of the above

50. Water leaking through the stern tube stuffing box is used to accomplish which of the following actions?
1
/1
Cooling
Lubrication
Flushing
All of the above
All of the above

80