Ship Automation for Marine Engineers and ETOs

Second Edition

Authors:	Alexandr Yakimchuk and IMarEST
Published:	2021
Format:	Paperback, 338 pages

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Troubleshooting and Automation Skills for Every Level

An industry-recognised technical guide to modern marine automation – filled with diagrams, case photos, and practical troubleshooting strategies.

Ship Automation for Marine Engineers and ETOs explores the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of onboard electrical systems and appliances. It offers guidance on reading a variety of electrical diagrams, power and control circuit construction, components, troubleshooting techniques and routine maintenance.

This fully updated second edition reflects advances in marine automation and the expanding range of modern electrical appliances. It describes the features of different onboard circuits and outlines key maintenance tasks that help prevent breakdowns. The guide also shows how to approach troubleshooting efficiently – helping beginners build proficiency and experienced professionals enhance their skills.

Illustrated throughout with circuit diagrams, component schematics and case study photographs taken on board during modern fleet inspections, this publication serves as a valuable reference for engineers and ETOs at any stage of their career.

Recognised by the Canadian Ministry of Transportation as a recommended publication for ETO education, it will benefit:

Management level marine engineers
Operational level marine engineers
ETOs at any level of professionalism
Engineering cadets
Electrical engineering cadets

1. How to Read Electrical Diagrams
2. Control Elements and Electrical Symbols
3. Relays and Contactors
4. Overload Relays
5. Circuit Protection Measures
6. Rotary Switches, Selector Switches and Changeover Switches
7. Time Delay Relays (Timer Relays)
8. Protection and Monitoring Relays
9. Three-phase Induction Motors
10. Motor Starters
11. Power Generation and Distribution on Board a Ship
12. High Voltage Systems
13. Step-down Transformers
14. Generator Neutral Systems
15. Insulation Resistance Monitoring on AC and DC Networks
16. Synchronous Brushless Generators
17. Programmable Logic Controllers
18. Process Monitoring Sensors
19. Intrinsic Safety
20. Automatic Fire Alarm Systems
21. Backup Power Supply
22. Navigation and Signal Lights
23. Electrical Safety Practice on Board
24. Electrical Tools and Troubleshooting Techniques
25. Spare Parts Management
Appendices

About the Author

Alexandr Yakimchuk has over 30 years’ experience in marine automation. He graduated from State Maritime Academy in 1987 with a Master’s degree in Marine Automation and Electrical Installations Engineering. His sea service includes work on cruise liners, where he rose to the position of Chief Electrical Engineer.

Since 1997, he has worked with a German ship management company overseeing a fleet of container and heavy lift vessels, and became superintendent for automation in 2000. He undertakes inspections, repairs, and online troubleshooting for the company fleet. Alexandr is also a trainer for Marlow Navigation, where he has trained over 2,500 marine engineers, and is active in circuit simulation and CG modelling. He has worked with Witherby Publishing Group since 2010 as an author and consultant in marine automation.