RLM-319 1 Rev 03/18 CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION II. SYLLABUS III
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CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION II. SYLLABUS III. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES IV. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE EXAMINATION FORMAT: GENERAL ADVICE V. USING ANSWER SHEET VI. SAMPLE QUESTIONS WITH ANSWER KEY VII. BIBLIOGRAPHY AND SUPPLIERS VIII. TABLE OF SI AND IMPERIAL UNITS AND CONVERSION FACTORS IX. MORSE CODE FLASHING LIGHT EXAM X. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY EXAM I. INTRODUCTION RLM-319 1 Rev 03/18 The Republic of Liberia examination system reflects the provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping 1978 as amended. Under this system, the examinations consist of multiple-choice questions randomly compiled by computer from a database of some 10,000 questions appropriate for the competency being tested. The answers are graded by computer. Certain training pre-requisites for certification apply. It is recommended that the publication RLM-118, “Requirements for Merchant Marine Personnel Certification,” be consulted to determine which other examinations, certified training or sea service may be required by the Administration before an examination may be taken. The following test centers have been designated for the administration of all officer certificates and/or special qualifications examinations: ALL Exams: LISCR Dulles, Virginia (USA) LISCR New York, New York (USA) LISCR Piraeus, Greece LISCR Hong Kong Ericson & Richards: Mumbai, India PHILCAMSAT: Makati City, Philippines SECOJ: Tokyo, Japan Intercontinental Marine Consultants: Singapore MODU Exams only: Mearns Marine Agency: Stonehaven, Scotland Houston Marine: New Orleans, Louisiana (USA) This booklet has been assembled to familiarize candidates for deck officers' examinations with the examination syllabus and format. It contains information on: a. the examination syllabus; b. examination procedures and passmark requirements; c. examination answer sheet instructions; general advice on taking multiple-choice examinations; d. specimen examination questions, with an answer key; e. a study bibliography and sources where the recommended books may be ordered; f. a table of SI and Imperial units and conversion factors; g. Morse Code Flashing Light Exam; and h. English Language Proficiency Exam. RLM-319 2 Rev 03/18 II. SYLLABUS The following is a list of the main parts and the subsections of the examination syllabus. Each of the six parts of the syllabus corresponds to an examination paper (e.g., 1.0 is Applied Navigation). Candidates' knowledge of each subsection will be tested. Third mate candidates will be examined only on basic concepts in sections marked by asterisks (*). 1.0 Applied Navigation, STCW Code, Sections A-II/1 & A-II/2 1.1 Chartwork 1.1.1 Chart Problems 1.1.2 Compass Error 1.1.3 Tidal Problems 1.1.4 Buoyage Systems 1.1.5 Navigational Publications; Passage Planning 1.1.6 ECDIS Systems 1.2 Practical Navigation 1.2.1 Plane and Parallel Sailing; Traverse Tables 1.2.2 Mercator Sailing 1.2.3 Great Circle and Composite Great Circle Sailing 1.2.4 Correction of Altitudes 1.2.5 Meridian Altitudes and Time of Meridian Passage 1.2.6 Bodies Out of the Meridian: Intercept Method 1.2.7 Bodies Out of the Meridian: Longitude Method 1.2.8 Amplitude and Time Azimuth 1.2.9 Polaris; Star Identification RLM-319 3 Rev 03/18 2.0 Principles of Navigation, Electronic Navigation Systems, and Instruments, STCW Code, Sections A-II/1 & A-II/2 2.1 Nautical Astronomy 2.1.1 Definitions and Coordinate Systems 2.1.2 Principles and Time 2.2 Electronic Position Fixing Systems 2.2.1 RDF 2.2.2 Loran C 2.2.3 Omega 2.2.4 Satellite Navigation Systems 2.3 Instruments 2.3.1 Magnetic and Gyro Compasses, Autopilots 2.3.2 Echo Sounders and Logs 2.3.3 Radar and ARPA 2.3.4 Other Instruments (Sextant, Meteorological) 3.0 Regulations and Ships' Business, STCW Code, Sections A-II/1 & A-II/2 3.1 The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 3.2* The Liberian Maritime Law/Regulations 3.3* International Maritime Regulations and Ships’ Operational Responsibilities 3.4* Ship's Business RLM-319 4 Rev 03/18 4.0 Stability and Cargo Operations, STCW CODE, SECTION A-II/1 & A-II/2 4.1 Stability and Naval Architecture 4.1.1 Hydrostatic Principles and Data 4.1.2 Form Coefficients and Changes of Form 4.1.3 Ship Construction 4.1.4 Immersion Factors; Density-Draft Relationship; Loadlines; Mean Draft 4.1.5 Trim 4.1.6 Stability at Small Angles of Heel, Including Effects of Turning and Wind Effect 4.1.7 Effects of Loading, Discharging, and Shifting Weights 4.1.8* Shear Force and Bending Moment; Electronic Loading Aids 4.1.9* The Inclining Experiment; The Trim and Stability Booklet 4.1.10*Miscellaneous Sources of Trim and Stability Guidance, Including Supplied Methods; Trials and Maneuvering Data 4.1.11*Stability at Large Angles of Heel; Prometacentric Height 4.1.12*Damage Stability and Damage Control; Parallel Axes, Second Moment of Area, and Dry Docking 4.2 Cargo Operations 4.2.1 Cargo Handling Equipment, Including Derricks, Cranes and Heavy Lift Derricks 4.2.1 Deck Machinery, Hatches and Hatch Covers 4.2.3 Cargo Stowage Principles; Preparation of Cargo Plans 4.2.4 Hold and Tank Preparation; Dunnaging and Separation; Ventilation and Sweat (hygrometry) 4.2.5 Tanker Practice 4.2.6 Dry Bulk Cargoes, Including Grain and Coal 4.2.7 Refrigerated and Unitized Cargoes 4.2.8 Deck Cargoes, Dangerous Goods, and Pollution Prevention Requirements RLM-319 5 Rev 03/18 5.0 Applied Physical Science and Engineering, STCW Code, Sections A-II/1 & A-II/2 5.1 Applied Physical Science 5.1.1 Systems of Units; Conversions 5.1.2 Heat Transfer and Liquids 5.1.3 Applications of the Gas Laws 5.1.4 Reflection and Refraction of Light; Nature and Propagation of Sound Waves 5.1.5 Basic Electrical Concepts and Practical Circuitry Problems 5.1.6* Magnetism and Electromagnetism 5.1.7 Electrochemistry 5.2 Meteorology and Oceanography 5.2.1 Tides and Currents 5.2.2 The Atmosphere 5.2.3 Winds and Waves 5.2.4 Clouds and Precipitation 5.2.5 Ice 5.2.6 Visibility 5.2.7 Weather Systems, Including Tropical Revolving Storms 5.2.8* Synoptic Charts and Weather Forecasting 5.2.9 Oceanography and Climatology 5.3 Marine Engineering 5.3.1* Main Propulsion Machinery 5.3.2* Auxiliary Machinery including Steering Control Systems RLM-319 6 Rev 03/18 6.0 Watchstanding, STCW Code, Section A-II/1 & A-II/2 6.1 Shiphandling 6.1.1* Shiphandling in Heavy Weather and Ice 6.1.2* Towing 6.1.3* Pilotage, Traffic Separation Schemes, and Vessel Traffic Service Areas 6.1.4* Drydocking 6.1.5* Anchoring and Mooring 6.1.6 Emergency Procedures; Search and Rescue (MERSAR) 6.1.7 General Seamanship 6.2 Safety 6.2.1 Safety Legislation, Protection of the Marine Environment, and Reference Materials 6.2.2 Life Saving 6.2.3 Fire Prevention and Firefighting Appliances 6.2.4 Emergency Medical Care, International Medical Guide for Ships 6.3 Communications 6.3.1 The International Code of Signals 6.3.2 The IMO Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary 6.3.3 Radiotelephony 6.3.4 Ship Reporting and Safety Systems 6.3.5 Log and Record Keeping III. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES Examinations are administered on dates mutually agreed upon between candidates and the test center. Candidates will receive confirmation in writing as to the date and location arranged for examination. The written examination takes three days, and a one hour flashing light examination must also be scheduled for those candidates examining for Third Mate, Second Mate and Chief Mate. The flashing light examination must also be arranged between the candidate and the examination center. Figure 1 gives the schedule of the written examinations. The examination is closed book; that is, candidates may not use books, notes, or other reference materials. They may use non-programmable calculators and their own dictionaries if they wish. Candidates must bring their own navigation instruments (parallel rules, dividers, etc.). Candidates may not communicate with each other during the examination. Any candidate who communicates with an unauthorized person, or uses unauthorized materials, will be dismissed from the examination and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. Candidates failing under these circumstances will not be eligible for re-examination for a period of six months. RLM-319 7 Rev 03/18 Candidates will normally be advised of their results within one calendar month. Candidates must obtain 70% in each of the parts in order to pass the examination. Candidates failing one or more parts must arrange to be re-examined in the subject(s) failed, and obtain 70% in order to receive certification. Figure 2 summarizes the re-examination procedure. IV. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE EXAMINATION FORMAT: GENERAL ADVICE The examination format is multiple-choice. Each question has four possible answers, and the candidate must blacken the space on the answer sheet which corresponds to the letter of the answer considered most appropriate. A candidate's score is determined by the number of questions answered correctly. All questions have the same value. Candidates are advised to answer each question as well as they can and not to spend too much time on any one question. Candidates not knowing the answer to a question should leave it blank and go on to the next question. If time is left after finishing the rest of the questions, the candidate can go back to the questions left blank and try to answer them. RLM-319 8 Rev 03/18 FIGURE 1 TIME TABLE FOR DECK OFFICERS' WRITTEN EXAMINATION PAPERS DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 Candidates promptly report at 0900 0930 - 1200 0930 - 1200 0930 - 1200 1.0 Applied Navigation 3.0 Rules of the Road 5.0 Applied Science Regulations and and Engineering Ship's Business Master: 25 Q All ranks: 60 Q All ranks: 35 Q Chief Mate: 25 Q Second Mate: 35Q Third Mate: 35 Q Time: 2 1/2 hrs.