General Engineering Knowledge

This book covers the general engineering knowledge required by candidates for the Department of Transport's Certificates of Competency in Marine Engineering, Class One and Class Two. The text is updated throughout in this third edition, and new chapters have been added on production of fresh water and on noise and vibration.

List of contents

CONTENTS INCLUDE: Centrifugal pumps and priming; Coolers and cooling systems; Hazards in enclosed spaces; Fire protection; Fuel handling and treatment; Refrigeration, air conditioning, heating; Metallurgical tests; Stern bearings and seals; Steering gear; Pollution prevention; Production of fresh water; Noise and vibration; Index.

Summary

This book covers the general engineering knowledge required by candidates for the Department of Transport's Certificates of Competency in Marine Engineering, Class One and Class Two. The text is updated throughout in this third edition, and new chapters have been added on production of fresh water and on noise and vibration.

Product details

• Authors: H D McGeorge, H D (Marine Engineer Mcgeorge
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 21.08.2015
• EAN: 9781138171145
• ISBN: 978-1-138-17114-5
• No. of pages: 168
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Miscellaneous; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Civil / General, TRANSPORTATION / Ships & Shipbuilding / Repair & Maintenance, environmental science, engineering & technology, Environmental science, engineering and technology