IIMS Diploma in Marine Engineering Surveying
The Core Modules (One-Seven) are compulsory and are to be studied by all candidates.
In order to sit the examination for the Yacht & Small Craft Surveying Diploma, four Specialist Modules (A-N) must be studied.
Core Modules
Module One
The Marine Environment & the Marine Surveyor
The Marine Surveyor's Customer Base
- The Structure of the Surveying Industry
- Safety
- Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor, Customer Relations & Courtesy
- Quality & Audits
- Port State Control - The Role of Flag & Port Legislation in the Yacht Industry
- Risk Management & Formal Safety Assessment (FSA)
Marine Surveying - Its role and its management
- Surveys and Survey Organisations
- Management & Organisational Functions
- The Professional Surveyor
- Investigations & Consultancy
Module Two
Survey Practice for the Marine Surveyor
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
Module Three
A Guide to Writing & Reporting for Surveyors
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
Module Four
Legal & Insurance Matters
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Module Five
Mechanics, Materials and Structures
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Module Six
Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor
- What is Health and Safety?
- Duties and Obligations to Oneself and Others
- Safe Working Practice and the Safe Working Platform
- The Law of Health and Safety
- Legal Duties and Responsibilities
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- The Effective Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Practical Application to the Workplace
Module Seven
Business Management for the Marine Surveyor
- Preparing a Business Plan
- Marketing Strategy
- Selling Your Services
- Customer Services and Dealing with Complaints
- Finance & Accounting
Specialist Modules
Module A
Large Two Stroke Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- Typical Slow speed Engines 5000 KW Upwards
- Sulzer, MAN-B&W etc
- Operational Faults all types engine
- Holding Down Bolts and Engine Beds
- Crankcase Ventilation
- Turbocharger and Air Coolers
- Exhaust Systems and Operational Faults
Module B
Large Four Stroke Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- Operational Faults for all Engines
- Holding Down Bolts and Engine Beds
- Crankcase Ventilation
- Exhaust Systems
- Notes on Fuel Systems
- Controls
- Engineer's log
Module C
High Speed Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- High Speed Diesel Engines
- Engine Types
- Turbochargers and Air Coolers
- Electronic Controls
- Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Flexible Coupling
- Gas Turbines
- Gearboxes
Module D
Steam Systems
Author - Mr Peter Broad
- Water Tube Boilers
- Fire Tube (Scotch) Boilers
- Exhaust Boilers and Systems
- Insulation Systems
- Steam Turbines
- Evaporators
- Bunker Fuel Heating (Steam or Oil)
Module E
Piping Systems
- Materials for Pipework
- Velocities in Pipework
- Fire Fighting Systems
- Shipside and System Valves
- Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
- Pumps and Piping Systems
Module F
Auxiliary Machinery
Author - Mr Geoff Waddington
- Windlasses
- Winches
- Bow Thrusters
- Cranes
- Passarelle
- Side Gangway
Module G
Propulsion Systems
- Gearboxes and Shafts
- Thrust and Shaft Bearings
- Bulkhead Shaft Seal
- Stern Tube and Glands
- Propellers and Waterjets
- Voight Schneider drives
Module H
Steering Systems
Author - Mr David House
- Typical Rudder Arrangements
- Activated and Multi Rudders
- Bearing
- Rudder Activation
- Rotary Steering System
- Hydraulic, Chain or Wire
Module I
Electrical Generation and Distribution Systems
Author - Mr Steve Hunt
- Distribution Systems
- Voltage and Frequency
- Cables, Circuit Breakers and Associated Equipment
- Switch Boards and Earth Testing
- Batteries and Chargers
- Diesel Electric Drives
Module J
Electronic Systems (General)
Author - Mr Steve Nicholas
- Principle of Operation of the Electronic Cell
- Typical Electronic Circuits
- Advantages of Electronics
- Typical Control Circuits
- Alarm Systems and Engine Controls
- Lightning Protection Systems
Module K
Navigation and Communication Systems
Author - Mr Ian Atkinson
- Navigation Systems
- Global Positioning Systems
- Communication Systems
- Radar types and Usages, SSB Radio
- Satellite Phones and Faxes
- VHF Radios
- Lightning Protection Systems
Module L
Marine Corrosion and Coatings
Author - Mr Peter Morgan
- Corrosion of Cooling Chambers
- Corrosion in Pipework
- Specialist Pipework Corrosion Suppression Systems
- Ballast Tank Protection
Module M
Dry Docking Checks
Author - Mr David House
- Role of Ship Engineers in Dry Docking
- Supports for Engines and Tanks
- Dry Dock Operations
Module N
Heli Decks & Ancillary Equipment
Author - Lt Dave Simms, RN & Lt Cdr Kev Mathieson, RN
- Decks
- Equipment
- Training
- Offshore Vessels and Platforms
- Surveying Small Ships' Flight Decks
- Defining Standards
