Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Marine Engineer Officer Class -3

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

Part - A

07 JAN 2022 AM

set-1

Answer any Seven questions from below

1. (a) Describe procedure for performance measurement of medium speed engine engaged in electrical
power generation

b.How the parameter can be interpreted

2. Explain with reasons the contribution made by the following to cylinder liner wear. (4 X 2.5)

a.High sulfur content in fuel

(b) Low cooling water temperature

(c) Diesel knock

(d) Prolong penetration

3. State the immediate action to be taken in the event of EACH of the following circumstances occurring
with a large main propulsion diesel engine, giving a reason for EACH action:

a. Turbocharger inlet manifold become hot and reddish

b.Excessive vibration from turbocharger at full sea speed

c. Turbocharger surging during heavy weather

4. a) What is power balancing?

(b) What are the effects of running an engine without balancing for prolonged period.

(c) Explain how you will balance your generator engine if you see peak pressures of individual units

are out of acceptable range or imbalance (6)

5. (a) Sketch a stuffing box of a Large Two Stroke Diesel Engine showing its different parts and explain

how stuffing box accomplish proper sealing (7)

(b) Describe what checks you will make on stuffing box during crankcase inspection. (3)

6. (a) State why Tappet clearances are important (3)

b.Explain the effect of excessive and insufficient tappet clearance on valve and engine operation.2)

c.State with sketch The procedure for tappet clearance adjustment- (5)

7.With regards to major overhauling of a trunk type engine:

(a)) Mention what clearances and measurements to be taken

(b) Describe how you will measure butt clearance of piston rings

(c) What checks you will make immediately after you start engine after overhauling (3)

8. (a) Explain the following phenomenon:

(i) Slow Turning of Engine

(i) Diesel Knock

(iii) Slow steaming and super slow steaming 3x2=6

(b) Itemize the preventive maintenance you will carry out if you experience diesel knock.

9. a.Describe with the aid of a sketch the sealing arrangement of a medium speed engine liner.

b.Briefly describe the running- in procedure after you renew your Auxiliary Engine liner.

10. (a) State the function of Tie Rods and it's materials.

b.What is the effect of running engine with loose Tie Bolts?

c.Why Tie Rods are fitted close to center line of crankshaft?

Part B - Auxiliary Steam Plant

Answer any two (2) questions from below-

11. (a) Sketch a vertical auxiliary boiler and indicate all the important mountings.

b.State the materials of Boiler tube, overboard valve and Refractory.

c.What is foaming of boiler and how to prevent it?

12. (a) Sketch economizer soot blow mechanism and explain how it works.

(b) State the risks associated with soot blowing and how you will carry out soot blow.

13 ) a.Draw a water level indicator mounted on a boiler and describe the blow down procedure. (6)

b.State how boiler steam piping is supported and what is the material of steam piping? (4)
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Marine Engineer Officer Class -3

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

07 JAN 2022 PM

Part - A

Answer any Eight (8) questions from below-

1. a) Describe with the aid of sketch purpose of the following:

(i) Power card, (ii) Draw card, (iii) Compression card, (iv) Light spring card.

b.How does a leaky piston manifests as in an indicator diagram?

2. With reference to an auxiliary diesel engine:

a. Explain the procedure for preparing for starting

b. Outline those checks made on the machine once it is running on load

c.State your action if sump label increases gradually.

3. State the immediate action to be taken in the event of EACH of the following circumstances occurring
with a large main propulsion diesel engine, giving a reason for EACH action:

a. Turbocharger inlet manifold become hot and reddish

b. Excessive vibration from turbocharger at full sea speed

c.Turbocharger surging during heavy weather

4. (a) Draw and describe Main starting air valve of marine diesel engines.

(b) Explain the importance of starting air overlap.

5. a.Outline the indications of leaky exhaust valves in a large main propulsion engine.

b. identify the factors leading to leakage of Exhaust valve

c.Discuss the likely results of permitting a leaky exhaust valve to remain in this condition for an

extended period of time.

6. (a) Describe the safety procedure to be followed while taking bearing clearances of a two-stroke

diesel engine. (4)

(b) Explain from which side and why clearance to be measured for main bearing, crosshead bearing

and connecting rod. (6)

7. With regards to major overhauling of a trunk type engine:

(a) Mention what clearances and measurements to be taken

(b) Describe how you will measure butt clearance of piston rings

(c) What checks you will make immediately after you start engine after overhauling (3)

8. (a) Explain the following phenomenon:

(i) Slow Turning of Engine (ii) Slow steaming and super slow steaming

(b) itemize the preventive maintenance you will carry out if you experience diesel knock.

9. (a) Explain why air receiver draining is critical?

(b) With reference to reciprocating air compressors state:

(i) Why Restriction of air intake is dangerous. (ii) the reasons of piston seizure in a reciprocating air
compressor. (iii) Checks to be made if compressor trips on low lub oil pressure

10. (a) With respect to control air of a pneumatic starting and reversing system, state the importance of

an air drier. (2)

(b) As a watch keeper state with reason what checks you perform: (4X2)

(i) On an air drier, (ii) Prior to maneuvering on starting air bottle (iii) Prior to maneuvering on starting air
line (iv)On control airline.

Part B - Auxiliary Steam Plant

Answer any two (2) questions from below

11. With regards to Boiler state the reason for below problems and action to be taken-

(a) Excessively high chloride content of boiler water. (b) No water level visible in gauge glass

(c) Visible Oil film in Cascade tank (d) Back fire in Boiler

12. (a) Sketch a vertical auxiliary boiler and indicate all the important mountings.

(b) State the materials of Boiler tube, overboard valve and Refractory.

(c) What is foaming of boiler and how to prevent it?

13. With reference to auxiliary boilers:

a. Explain how scale forms on the heating surfaces

b. State the impacts of scale formation on boiler efficiency.

c. State what chemicals or other treatments you will use to prevent scale build up in steam boilers
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for Certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer Class-III

Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

24 April 2022 AM

Time: 3 hours

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1. a. Draw a cross-section of a fuel injector used in marine diesel engine (4)

b. Describe the testing of a fuel injector after overhaul and before it is refitted to the engine (6)

2. Describe the procedure for replacing the Main bearing from a unit of a Medium speed engine.(10)
3.With reference to auxiliary diesel engines, state FOUR causes and immediate actions for EACH of the
following faults:

a. Lubricating oil pressure low

b. Exhaust temperature high single unit

c.Exhaust temp high in all units

4. List, in a logical sequence, the checks to be carried out if an auxiliary diesel engine fails to

start (a) On air (b) On fuel

5. With reference to the operation of main propulsion engines, outline the importance of EACH

of the following:

a. Regular onboard testing of the lubricating oil

b. Ensuring rotation of exhaust valves

6. a. State the reason for turning the engine with the turning gear before starting

b.State the reason for leaving the indicator cocks on main engine cylinders open when the engine is
turned initially with the turning gear and by starting air

7. a.State the reason for leaving the lubricating oil circulating after "Finish with Engines"

b.State why cooling water may be circulated through the auxiliary engine after shutdown

8) a.Describe the events leading to starting line explosion.

b.How the possibility of starting an airline explosion can be minimized.

9. With reference to main start air compressors;

a. State what is bumping clearance and explain with a PV diagram how it affects compresor efficiency.

b. Describe how you will check the performance of the air compressor and interpret

10. Elaborate on the procedure & precaution of connecting rod bolt renewal & tightening of medium

Speed engine. (10)

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11)With reference to auxiliary boilers:

a. Explain how scale forms on the heating surfaces.

b. State TWO reasons why the scale is undesirable.

c. State how scale builds up is prevented from forming in steam boilers.

12. Making reference to all safety procedures and checks that should be carried out prior to starting,
describe the procedure for preparing the auxiliary turbine from cold to stand by assuming that the main
boilers are at operating pressure. (10)

13. In Case you received a frequent boiler trip due to low fuel pressure, Explain the possible reason,

how you will investigate and your course of action. (10)

 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer: Class-III

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

31 July 2022 PM

Time: 3 Hours

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1.(a)Sketch and describe a Medium speed Diesel Engine starting air system

(b) Describe the safely features used in starting air system.

2. With reference to pistons:

a) sketch a cross section of a medium speed engine piston. State with reasons the material used for each
major part of the piston.

b) State with reasons the possible causes of persistent burning of piston crowns.

3(a) Describe the safety procedure of Crankcase inspection of a Trunk type diesel engine.

(b) What are the defects likely to be found during the inspection.

4.a) Describe the procedure to changeover the fuel supply of the main propulsion. engine from high
viscosity fuel to low Sulphur low viscosity fuel such as diesel oil..

b) Highlight the risk associated with the changeover procedure.

5. a) State the features of connecting rod bolt design.

b) State the procedure of checking Connecting rod bearing Ovality.

6. a) Draw cross section of an injector used in slow speed engine.

b) Describe the procedure of testing a fuel oil injector after overhaul and before it is refitted to the
engine

7.With reference to reciprocating multistage air compressor, state why:

a) Clearance volume need to be as small as possible

b) Suction & delivery valve are of plate type

c) Incorporation of intercooler is necessary

8. With reference to Main engine turbochargers:

(a). Describe the in-service cleaning procedure for each of the following:

(i) the impeller. (ii)the turbine. (6)

(b). Explain the possible consequences of operating an engine with a badly fouled turbocharger. (4)

9. Describe the effects of the following in Main Air Compressor :

(a) First stage delivery valve leaking.(5)

(b) Second stage delivery valve leaking.(5)

10.a) What do you understand by starting interlock? What are the interlock placed in starting system?

b) Define Slow turning of engine and its function.

c) What is Scavenge air limiter? State its importance. When and how this limiter is over-ridden?

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11. State the cause of the below problems-

i) Boiler not firing.

ii) Repeated Flame failure alarm (10)

12. a) Describe in details Exhaust Gas Economizer water washing procedures.

b) How soot from soot collecting tanks are dealt with after successful cleaning of

Economizer.

13. a. What are the chemical treatments applied to boiler? Briefly describe application of different
chemic

along with their functions.

b. Explain how Sulphuric acid corrosion can occur on boiler tubes..

c. State the maximum allowable value of Chloride level, P.alkalinity & phosphate
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer Class 3

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

31 July 2022 AM

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1. a) Draw cross section of an injector used in slow speed engine.

b) Describe the procedure of testing a fuel oil injector after overhaul and before it isrelied to the engine

2. a) Describe the procedure to changeover the fuel supply of the main propulsion engine from high
viscosity fuel to low Sulphur low viscosity fuel such as chesel oil

b) Highlight the risk associated with the changeover procedure

3. With reference to Main engine turbochargers

(a) Describe in service cleaning procedure for each of the following

(1) the impeller. (a) the turbine.

(b) Explain the possible consequences of operating an engine with a badly fouled turbocharger

4. a) State the features of connecting rod bolt design

b) State the procedure of checking Connecting rod bealing Ovality

5. a )State the advantage of chocks and holding down bolts rather than resting the engine directly on
ship structure.

b) Describe the advantages of non-metallic chocking arrangement over conventional design.

6. (a)Draw a bore cooling cylinder liner with illustrating it's major parts.

(b) State and describe 2 different type abnormal Cylinder Liner wear

7. With reference to reciprocating multistage air compressor state why

a) Clearance volume need to be as small as possible

b) Suction & delivery valve are of plate type

c) Incorporation of intercooler is necessary

8. (a)Sketch and describe a Medium speed Diesel Engine starting air system
(b) Describe the safely features used in starting air system.

9. a) What do you understand by starting interlock? What are the interlock placed in starting system?

b) Define Slow turning of engine and its function.

c) What is Scavenge air limiter? State its importance When and how this limiter is overridden.

10. (a)Describe the safety procedure for Crankcase inspection of a Trunk type diesel engine

(b) What are the defects likely to be found during the inspection

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11. With reference to an auxiliary boiler

(a) State the significance of maintaining feed water temperature

(b) if the System observed with oil contamination, describe the procedure to find out source of

contamination and how to rectify defects

12. State the causes, effect and remedy of below problems-

(1) Oil in boiler furnace

(1) Low steam pressure

(i) Dirty atmospheric condenser

(iv) Fuel oil low temperature

13. a) Describe in details Exhaust Gas Economizer water washing procedures.

b) How soot from soot collecting tanks are dealt with after successful cleaning of Economizer
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Marine Engineer Officer Class-3

Subject Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

NOV 2022 PM

Part-A

Answer any Seven (8) questions from below-

1. (a) Why VIT is incorporated in large diesel engine fuel pump?

(b) At what load VIT comes in operation and why it is not used in low load

(c) Explain with a indicator diagram how VIT improve fuel efficiency at higher load When it is operated?

2. Explain with reasons the contribution made by the following to cylinder liner wear

(a) High sulfur content in fuel

(b) Low cooling water temperature

(c) Diesel knock

(d) Prolong penetration

3. For perfect combustion in the engine, describe the importance of (2.5X4)

(a) Viscosity (b) Atomization (c) Penetration (d) Turbulence

4. a. Draw a cross section of an injector used in medium speed engine

b: Describe the testing of a fuel oil injector after overhaul and before it is refitted to the engine (5)

5. (a) Sketch a stuffing box of a Large Two Stroke Diesel Engine showing its different parts and

explain how stuffing box accomplish proper sealing. (7)

(b) Describe what checks you will make on stuffing box during crankcase inspection

6.(a) State why piston cooling is necessary?

b) Describe the advantages and disadvantage between Fresh Water and Lubricating Oil as piston cooling
medium.

(c) sketch and describe cross section of a medium speed engine piston

7. With regards to major overhauling of a trunk type engine:

(a) Mention what clearances and measurements to be taken

(b) Describe how you will measure butt clearance of piston rings
(c) What checks you will make immediately after you start engine after overhauling

8. (a) Explain the following phenomenon 3x2=6

(I) Slow Turning of Engine

(ii) Slow steaming and super slow steaming

(b) Itemize the preventive maintenance you will carry out if you experience diesel knock

9. (a) Explain why air receiver draining is critical?

(b) With reference to reciprocating air compressors state:

(i) Why Restriction of air Intake is dangerous.

(ii) the reasons of piston seizure in a reciprocating air compressor

(iii) Checks to be made if compressor trips on low lub oll pressure

10. Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the operational principles of an auxiliary engine exhaust gas
turbocharger.

Part B - Auxiliary Steam Plant

Answer any two (2) questions from below-

11. With regards to Boiler state the reason for below problems and action to be taken

(a) Excessively high chloride content of boiler water.

(b) No water level visible in gauge glass

(c) Visible Oil film in Cascade tank

(d) Back fire in Boiler

12. (a) Sketch a vertical auxiliary boiler and indicate all the important mountings

(b) State the materials of Boiler tube, overboard valve and Refractory.

(c) What is foaming of boiler and how to prevent it?

13. With reference to auxiliary boilers:

(a) Explain how scale forms on the heating surfaces

(b) State the impacts of scale formation on boller efficiency

(c). State what chemicals or other treatments you will use to prevent scale build up in steam (5)

boilers.
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Marine Engineer Officer Class -3

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

NOV 2022 AM

Part - A

Answer any Eight (8) questions from below-

1. (a) Sketch a cross section through a two-stage main starting air compressor, labelling the main
components.

(b) State FOUR causes for deterioration in efficiency of main air compressor.

2. (a) With the aid of sketch describe the operating cycle of a Four Stroke Diesel Engine.

(b) With the aid of sketch describe the operating cycle of a Two Stroke Diesel Engine

(c) Draw an Ideal Draw card indicating salient points.

3. (a) Draw and describe the working principle of hydraulic operated exhaust valves.

(b) State the advantages of hydraulically operated exhaust valves over conventional push rod operated
exhaust v/v.

4. (a) Draw a bore cooling cylinder liner with illustrating it's major parts.

(b) What are the causes of abnormal Cylinder Liner wear?

(c) What are the Ideal Operational and Maintenance practice to be followed to keep Liner wear normal?

5. (a) Sketch a stuffing box of a Large Two Stroke Diesel Engine showing its different parts and explain
how stuffing box accomplish proper sealing. (7)

(b) Describe what checks you will make on stuffing box during crankcase inspection. (3)

6. (a) Explain why bottom end bolts, particularly in medium speed engines are prone to failure.

(b) Describe how this tendency can be minimized by proper maintenance.

(c) Describe how the ovality of a connecting rod bearing is checked after overhauling unit.

7. (a) What is Fuel Impingement and When does it occur? (3)

(b) What are the likely consequences of carry-over of Catalytic Cracking fines from (3)

the separator in to the fuel oil system.

(c) Describe the measures to be adopted to minimize the damages. (4)

8. (a) With reference to large two-stroke diesel engine bearing geometry explain with the aid of
sketch the significance of following designs-

i)Tangential run out of oil groove.

ii)Bore relief with tangential run out.

iii)Axial oil grooves and oil wedges.

(b) What are the differences between thick shell and thin shell bearing?

9. (a) What is running in and why it is necessary?

(b) State with reason, your action as a Watch Keeper, on cylinder lub oil feed When new liner and piston
is rings fitted.

c) Explain what is Breaking in and why it is necessary

10. (a) Describe the indications of a leaky cylinder starting air valve.

(b) Explain the consequences of running an engine with a leaky starting air valve.

(c) State the action to be taken in the case of a starting air valve leaking

Part B - Auxiliary Steam Plant

Answer any two (2) questions from below-

11. (a)Draw a water level indicator mounted on a boiler and describe the blow down procedure (6)

(b) List FOUR boiler mountings with their function which are subject to survey (4)

12. (a) Describe the method of setting the safety valves of an exhaust gas boiler at sea.

(b) State the limit in terms of percentage above max design working pressure, for setting safety valve

13. (a) Describe the fireside inspection of the tubes and the tube plate of an auxiliary fire tube Boiler and
the detail the possible faults encountered. (8)

(b) State how to handle the boiler water washing deposits and soot? (2)
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Marine Engineer Officer Class -3

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

NOV 2022 AM 2

Part - A

Answer any Eight (8) questions from below-

1. (a) Describe the effects of running engine with excessive peak pressure.

(b) Describe the advantage and disadvantage between medium speed and slow speed engines.

(c) what are the preparation to be taken prior taking power card and draw card in large diesel engine.

2. (a) What are the safety devices incorporated on an air bottle?

(b) Describe the effects of the following faults in multi-stage reciprocating air compressors:

(i) inter-stage cooler starved of cooling water,

(ii) worn crank shaft bearings,

(iii) Dirty air filter

(iv) Excess cylinder lubrication.

3. With reference to large slow speed diesel engines:

(a) Sketch a cross-section of medium speed engine oil cooled piston

(b) Describe how new piston rings are fitted

(c) Explain the procedure for bedding in of new piston rings.

4. (a) Draw a bore cooling cylinder liner with illustrating it's major parts.

(b) What are the causes of abnormal Cylinder Liner wear?

(c) What are the Ideal Operational and Maintenance practice to be followed to keep Liner wear normal?

5. (a) Discuss the validity of the following statement: 'Skirts are fitted to pistons of both two and four
stroke engines, but for different reasons'.

(b) State the properties required of piston ring material.

c) State with reasons the clearances to be maintained for piston rings.

6. (a) State why Tappet clearances are important.

(b) Explain the effect of excessive and insufficient tappet clearance on valve and engine operation
(c) State with sketch the procedure for tappet clearance adjustment.

7. (a) What is Fuel Impingement and When does it occur?

(b) What are the likely consequences of carry-over of Catalytic Cracking fines from the separator in to
the fuel oil system.

(c) Describe the measures to be adopted to minimize the damages.

8.a. State the name of the equipment and its function used to give a warning of the present of
conditions that could lead to an explosion in the crankcase of a diesel engine.

b. Sketch the device used to relieve any excess pressure that might develop as a result a crankcase
explosion in a diesel engine.

9. (a)Describe the procedure of LO sampling on board for lub oil analysis.

(b) Name three on board test conducted on board and how these tests are being done

10. With regard to lubrication:

(a) Explain hydrodynamic, hydrostatic, boundary and squeeze film lubrication.

(b) State four contaminants and their adverse effect on the properties of lube oil.

(c) In case of water contamination in crank case oil, state your action.

Part B - Auxiliary Steam Plant

Answer any two (2) questions from below-

11. (a) Discuss the actions to be taken in the event of gross, oil contamination in the boiler

(b) What precaution would you take while putting the boiler into operation after oil contamination is
rectified.

12. With respect to an auxiliary boiler:

(a)State the significance of maintaining feed water temperature.

(b) System observed with oil contamination, how to be remedied?

(c) Explain the procedure of tube repair.

(d) State the blow off pressure of safety valve.

13. (a) Describe the fireside inspection of the tubes and the tube plate of an auxiliary fire tube Boiler and
the detail the possible faults encountered.

(b) State how to handle the boiler water washing deposits and soot?
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for Certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer Class-III Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

27 February 2023

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1. Elaborate on the procedure & precaution of connecting rod bolt renewal & tightening of
medium Speed engine. (10)

2. (a) What is running in and why it is necessary?

(b) State with reason, your action as a Watch Keeper, on cylinder lub oil feed When new liner and piston
is rings fitted.

3. a. State the reason for turning the engine with the turning gear before starting

b.State the reason for leaving the indicator cocks on main engine cylinders open when the engine is
turned initially with the turning gear and by starting air.

4. a) With reference to Electrically controlled ME engines describe how Exh valves operate with
hydraulic power & spring air.

b) What is the major change in Exh valve design brought in modern Electronic controlled ME engines.

5. Describe the full procedure of taking crankshaft deflection & how the result can be interpreted (10)

6. a) Sketch & describe a Medium speed Diesel Engine starting air system. (6)

b) Describe the safety features used in starting the air system. (4)

7. a) What is power balancing? (2)

b) What are the effects of running an engine without balancing for a prolonged period. (3)

c) How you can restore the balancing of an engine? (5)

8. State immediate action to be taken in the event of EACH of the following circumstances securing with
a large main propulsion diesel engine, giving a reason for EACH step:

a) Turbocharger Surging (5)

b) High under piston temperature (5)

9. a.With respect to reciprocating air compressors define Bumping clearance (2)

b.State the effect of incorrect Bumping Clearance using PV diagram on compressor efficiency. (4)
c. State how the performance of air compressors can be checked and optimum performance is
maintained. (4)

10. With reference to the operation of main propulsion engines, outline the importance of EACH of the
following:

a. Regular onboard testing of the lubricating oil (5)

b. Ensuring rotation of exhaust valves (5)

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11. With reference to an auxiliary boiler, state for EACH of the following circumstances the action to be

taken, giving a reason for EACH action; (5X2)

a. No water level visible in gauge glass;

b. High water level;

12. Describe the safety procedure how to blow down an auxiliary boiler to empty for inspection, survey

and cleaning (10)

13. With reference to large water tube boilers:

a. Explain the causes and hazards of uptake fires (4)

b. state how uptake fires are detected and the remedial action to be taken by the Engineer Officer of the
Watch (6)
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for Certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer Class-III Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

28 February 2023 AM

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1. a. What is the function of the delivery valve with respect to Fuel injection pump? (5)

b. How do you check the injection timing of a four stroke engine fuel pump?(5)

2. Describe the procedure for replacing the Main bearing from a unit of a Medium speed engine.(10)

3. Referring to ME engines explain how fuel injection occurs. Discuss how efficient combustion
is achieved without a cam. (10)

4. List, in a logical sequence, the checks to be carried out if an auxiliary diesel engine fails to

start (a) On air (b) On fuel (10)

5. With reference to the operation of main propulsion engines, outline the importance of EACH of the
following:

a. Regular onboard testing of the lubricating oil (5)

b. Ensuring rotation of exhaust valves (5)

6.a.Describe the procedure of replacing a liner of a four Stroke Engine.(8)

b.Describe how the liner should be run- in to prolong working life (2)

7.With reference to Jacket Cooling Water treatment of a diesel engine:

a. State the chemical tests carried out;(4)

b. State the frequency of testing;(2)

c. explain why it is necessary to keep the test results certain limits;(4)

8.a.Describe the events leading to starting line explosion (5)

b.How the possibility of starting an airline explosion can be minimized. (5)

9. Describe procedure of starting main engine from Dead ship condition. (10)

10. Elaborate on the procedure & precaution of connecting rod bolt renewal & tightening of medium

Speed engine. (10)

 SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11.With reference to auxiliary boilers:

a. Explain how scale forms on the heating surfaces. (3)

b. State TWO reasons why the scale is undesirable. (2)

c. State how scale builds up is prevented from forming in steam boilers. (5)

12. Making reference to all safety procedures and checks that should be carried out prior to starting,
describe the procedure for preparing the auxiliary turbine from cold to stand-b assuming that the main
boilers are at operating pressure. (10)

3. In Case of continuous black smoke on aux boiler funnel, Explain the possible reason, how you w

Investigate and your course of action. (10)

 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer: Class-III

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

13 June 2023 AM

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

1. (a)Sketch and describe a medium speed Diesel Engine starting air system

(b) Describe the safely features used in starting air system.

2. With reference to pistons:

a) sketch a cross section of a medium speed engine piston. State with reasons the material used for each
major part of the piston.

b) State with reasons the possible causes of persistent burning of piston crowns.

3.(a) Describe the safety procedure of Crankcase inspection of a Trunk type diesel engine.

(b) What are the defects likely to be found during the inspection.

4.a) Describe the procedure to changeover the fuel supply of the main propulsion engine from high
viscosity fuel to low Sulphur low viscosity fuel such as diesel oil.

b) Highlight the risk associated with the changeover procedure.

5. a) State the features of connecting rod bolt design.

b) State the procedure of checking Connecting rod bearing Ovality.

6. a) Draw cross section of an injector used in slow speed engine.

b) Describe the procedure of testing a fuel oil injector after overhaul and before it is refitted to the
engine

7.With reference to reciprocating multistage air compressor, state why:

a) Clearance volume need to be as small as possible

b) Suction & delivery valve are of plate type

c) Incorporation of intercooler is necessary

8.With reference to Main engine turbochargers:

(a). Describe the in-service cleaning procedure for each of the following:
(i) the impeller. (ii). the turbine. (6)

(b). Explain the possible consequences of operating an engine with a badly fouled turbocharger. (4

9.Describe the effects of the following in Main Air Compressor:

(a) First stage delivery valve leaking.

(b) Second stage delivery valve leaking.

10.a) What do you understand by starting interlock? What are the interlock placed in starting system?

b) Define Slow turning of engine and its function.

c) What is Scavenge air limiter? State its importance. When and how this limiter is over-ridden?

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11. State the cause of the below problems-

i) Boiler not firing.

ii) Repeated Flame failure alarm

12. a) Describe in details Exhaust Gas Economizer water washing procedures.

b) How soot from soot collecting tanks are dealt with after successful cleaning of Economizer.

13. a. What are the chemical treatments applied to boiler? Briefly describe application of different
chemical along with their functions.

b. Explain how Sulphuric acid corrosion can occur on boiler tubes.

c. State the maximum allowable value of Chloride level, P. Alkalinity & phosphate
 Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

Department of Shipping

Examination for certificate of Competency

Marine Engineer Officer: Class-III

Subject: Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

13 June 2023 PM

SECTION A

Answer any 8 (Eight) questions

Time: 3 Hours

1. a) Draw cross section of an injector used in slow speed engine. (4)

b) Describe the procedure of testing a fuel oil injector after overhaul and before it is refitted to the
engine. (6)

2.a) Describe the procedure to changeover the fuel supply of the main propulsion engine from high
viscosity fuel to low Sulphur low viscosity fuel such as diesel oil.

b) Highlight the risk associated with the changeover procedure.

3. With reference to Main engine turbochargers:

(a). Describe in service cleaning procedure for each of the following:

(i) the impeller. (ii). the turbine.

(b). Explain the possible consequences of operating an engine with a badly fouled turbocharger. (2)

4.a) State the features of connecting rod bolt design.

b) State the procedure of checking Connecting rod bearing Ovality.

5. a) State the advantage of chocks and holding down bolts rather than resting the engine directly on
ship's structure.

b) Describe the advantages of non-metallic chocking arrangement over conventional design.

6. (a) Draw a bore cooling cylinder liner with illustrating it's major parts.

(b) State and describe 2 different type abnormal Cylinder Liner wear?

7. With reference to reciprocating multistage air compressor, state why:

a) Clearance volume need to be as small as possible

b) Suction & delivery valve are of plate type

c) Incorporation of intercooler is necessary

8. (a) Sketch and describe a medium speed Diesel Engine starting air system

(b) Describe the safely features used in starting air system.

9.a) What do you understand by starting interlock? What are the interlock placed in starting system?

b) Define Slow turning of engine and its function.

c) What is Scavenge air limiter? State its importance. When and how this limiter is over-ridden?

10. (a) Describe the safety procedure for Crankcase inspection of a Trunk type diesel engine.

(b) What are the defects likely to be found during the inspection.

SECTION B

Answer any 2 (Two) questions

11.With reference to an auxiliary boiler:

(a) State the significance of maintaining feed water temperature.

(b) If the System observed with oil contamination, describe the procedure to find out source of
contamination and how to rectify defects.

12. State the causes, effect and remedy of below problems-

(i) Oil in boiler furnace

(ii) Low steam pressure

(iii) Dirty atmospheric condenser

(iv) Fuel oil low temperature

13. a) Describe in details Exhaust Gas Economizer water washing procedures.

b) How soot from soot collecting tanks are dealt with after successful cleaning of Economizer.