IIMS Diploma in Marine Industry 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-M) must be studied.
Core Modules
The Marine Environment & the Marine Surveyor
Module One
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
Survey Practice for the Marine Surveyor
Module Two
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
A Guide to Writing & Reporting for Surveyors
Module Three
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
Legal & Insurance Matters
Module Four
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Mechanics, Materials and Structures
Module Five
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor
Module Six
- 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
Business Management for the Marine Surveyor
Module Seven
- Preparing a Business Plan
- Marketing Strategy
- Selling Your Services
- Customer Services and Dealing with Complaints
- Finance & Accounting
Specialist Modules
Marine Engineering Surveys
Module A
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
- Diesel Engines
- Steam Machinery
- Propellers
- Stern Tubes and Bearings
- Deck Machinery
- Pumps
- Compressors
- Gearboxes
- Steering Gears
- Heat Exchangers
- Evaporators
- Thermal Boilers
- Electrical Systems
Ship Structures, Naval Architecture & Stability
Module B
Author - Mr Ian Biles
- Ship Structures
- Stability
- Other Aspects of Naval Architecture
Module C
Not Issued
- Not available at present
Marine Environmental Surveying
Module D
- Marine Environmental Surveying - The Reasons
- Types of Environmental Surveys
- Surveying Techniques
- Environmental Impact Surveys
- Case Studies
- The Impact of Shipping on the Marine Environment
Module E
Marine Incident Investigation
Author - Mr Ian Biles
- Introduction to Incident
- Investigation
- The Nature of Incidents
- Gathering Evidence
- Analysing the Evidence
- Case Studies
- Interviewing Techniques
- Memory
- Cognitive Interviewing
Warranty Surveys
Module F
Author - Capt Michael Hancox
- Warranty Insurance
- Warranty Clauses - Their Meaning
- Warranty Companies and their Role
- Appointing a Warranty Surveyor
- Approval Certification
- A Review of Types of Warranty Surveys
- Practical Aspects of Warranty Surveys
- Tugs and Towing Equipment
- Mooring Operations
The International Safety Management Code
Module G
Author - Capt Bertrand Apperry
- Preamble to the Code
- Operation of SMS Ashore
- Operation of SMS on Board
- ISM Training
- Internal Assessment
- The Internal Audit
- Compliance Assessment
- Efficiency of The ISM Code
- The Future
Flag & Port State Control
Module H
Author - Capt Gavin Brown
- Introduction to Port State Control
- The Need for Control
- Convention Requirements
- Documentation
- Inspection
- Actions by Port State
Classification Surveying
Module I
Author - Mr Peter Broad
- History of Ship Classification Societies
- IACS its History Organisation and Activities
- General Rules and Definitions
- The Role of a Society
- Ship Registries
- Classification Related Activities
- Interaction with Other Organisations
- Class Surveys
- Hull Construction and Equipment
- Statutory Certification
- Quality System Certification
- Audit and Registration of SMS Systems
- Technical Services
- Emergency Technical Assistance
- Advanced Technology
- Class Publications
- Research
Specific Surveys
Module J
Author - Capt Allen Brink
- Condition
- Pre-purchase Surveys
- On/Off Hire Surveys
- Bunker Surveys
- Container Inspection
- Stuffing and Unstuffing Containers
Marine Corrosion & Coatings
Module K
Author - Mr Peter Morgan
- Basic Corrosion
- Forms and Mechanisms of
- Corrosion
- Prevention
- Methods of Corrosion Control
- Identifying Corrosion Defects
- Survey Equipment and Methods
- Case Studies
Superintending for Dry-Docking and Ship Board Maintenance
Module L
Author - Mr David House
- Dry Dock Types
- The Procedure to Dry Dock Ships
- Dry Dock Stability
- Dry Dock Operations
- Dry Dock - Safety Procedures
- Dry Dock Legislation and Associated Industries
Insurance Damage Surveys for Hull Surveyors
Module M
Author - Capt Barry Thompson
- The claims process
- Claims on commercial vessels
- Claims on pleasure craft
- Marine hull insurance
- The marine insurance act 1906
- Commercial vessel insurance
- Pleasure craft insurance
