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General engineering knowledge: watchkeeping, pumps and piping systems, hydraulics, instrumentation, and shipboard maintenance.

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  1. #1529 Consider the following training objective for a training session designed for training your crew how to pump bilges: "Using the engine room bilge syst...
  2. #1530 Consider the following training objective for a training session designed for training your crew how to pump bilges: "Using the engine room bilge syst...
  3. #1538 Once a problem has been defined and the root cause (or causes) identified, the next step in the decision-making process is developing alternative solu...
  4. #1540 Before a plan can be effectively executed, the objective of the plan must be defined. What statement concerning the definition of a plan objective bes...
  5. #1541 Which of the following document types would offer the greatest flexibility in carrying out its intent?
  6. #1542 For planning purposes graphical charts can be a useful tool. What type of chart is good for a visual progress report and identifies work stages or act...
  7. #1545 As a first assistant or chief engineer, what is the source of your authority?
  8. #1547 What would be a legitimate reason why some managers don't delegate authority to subordinates?
  9. #1548 It has been demonstrated that delegation can enhance employee development. To avoid a fear of failure, what must a manager avoid when delegating decis...
  10. #1549 What type of managerial controls measure actions or activities that have already occurred and implement corrective action if needed?
  11. #1552 In setting up a managerial control system, the standard must be established, and a means of measuring performance against that standard must be establ...
  12. #1554 Which of the following would represent an attempt to reduce the frequency of required overhauls for machinery?
  13. #1555 Which of the following diagrams or charts is particularly useful for understanding and identifying the causes of problems?
  14. #1558 A performance appraisal (employee evaluation) is the process used to determine what extent an employee is performing a job in the way that is was inte...
  15. #1559 Even though conducting an employee appraisal interview may be one of the least liked aspects of the job of a manager, why are they important?
  16. #1564 What is usually the last step in trying to resolve a grievance filed by a crew member as established by the collective bargaining agreement between th...
  17. #1566 What federal agency enforces the prohibition of employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin as it applies to shi...
  18. #1568 One of the means of alternative dispute resolution regarding a collective bargaining agreement dispute is mediation. What is meant by mediation?
  19. #1569 One of the means of alternative dispute resolution regarding a collective bargaining agreement is arbitration. What is the role of the arbitrator?
  20. #1575 According to the 33 CFR regulations pertaining to the Oil Record Book, how long must the Oil Record Book be maintained on board those vessels for whic...
  21. #1576 According to the 33 CFR regulations pertaining to signatures required in the Oil Record Book, what statement is true?
  22. #1582 Machinery spaces must be designed to minimize the exposure of personnel to noise in accordance with U.S. regulations. Machinery control room noise mus...
  23. #1586 One of your ship's indirect-drive steering gear drive motors needs to be replaced. What minimum short-time rating should the replacement motor have in...
  24. #1587 According to the electrical engineering regulations of the CFR, which of the following electrical repairs is permitted?
  25. #1591 According to the Code of Federal Regulations (46 CFR) for Passenger Vessels, for how long do the drawn and sealed half-pint fuel samples need to be ma...
  26. #1592 According to the Code of Federal Regulations (46 CFR) for Tank Vessels, what is the minimum allowable flashpoint for a fuel to be burned in a steam bo...
  27. #1593 In what part of 33CFR can be found the recordkeeping requirements for specific machinery space operations onboard all ships of 400 gross tons or above...
  28. #1595 In accordance with the federal regulation in 33CFR Subchapter O, which discharge of oil or oily mixture to sea is permissible?
  29. #1599 Prior to entering the navigable waters of the United States after an international voyage, your vessel must conduct drills according to 33 CFR regulat...
  30. #1605 In accordance with international MARPOL Annex V regulations and federal regulations under 33CFR Subchapter O, the discharge of what category of garbag...
  31. #1606 In accordance with international MARPOL Annex V regulations and federal regulations under 33CFR Subchapter O, the prohibition of the discharge of dunn...
  32. #1607 In accordance with international MARPOL Annex V regulations and federal regulations under 33CFR Subchapter O, the prohibition of the discharge of grou...
  33. #1610 Which of the following fire extinguishing agents which may be found aboard ship is designated as an ozone-depleting substance as defined in the Montre...
  34. #1611 In accordance with the international MARPOL Annex VI regulations, the nitrous oxide (NOx) emissions associated with certain diesel engines are require...
  35. #1614 In accordance with the international MARPOL AnnexVI regulations, what is the minimum allowable flue gas outlet temperature for a continuous-fed shipbo...
  36. #1618 When looking for IMO regulations on a vessel's oil water separator, the information will be found in which of the following documents?
  37. #1623 When reviewing results of vibration analysis, vibration at a bearing occurs at the same frequency as the motor rpm, with a displacement in the radial...
  38. #1624 When measuring vibration, an engineer should be concerned with recording the velocity or displacement of the measurement. Which other factor should al...
  39. #1626 With a machinery lubricating oil analysis program, it is important to monitor trends over time. What would be indicated by a sudden increase in metall...
  40. #1627 With a machinery lubricating oil analysis program, it is important to monitor trends over time. What would be indicated by elevated copper levels asso...
  41. #1630 Elevated metal levels present in a recent sample of used diesel engine crankcase lubricating oil is indicative of a condition. What would high iron le...
  42. #1631 Which of the following fuel sampling methods would present the most reliable, accurate, and cost-effective option for shipboard use?
  43. #1634 Various tests while conducting a fuel oil analysis can be performed on board to facilitate proper fuel storage, handling, and treatment. What tests ar...
  44. #1635 Various tests while conducting a fuel oil analysis can be performed on board to facilitate proper centrifugation. What test provides the key data for...
  45. #1641 Which of the following comprehensive computerized maintenance system database modules would be used to generate a report tracking consumable supplies...
  46. #1643 What type of maintenance system would be associated with a comprehensive lubricating oil analysis program?
  47. #1645 What type of maintenance system would be associated with accomplishing maintenance after a machinery breakdown?
  48. #1663 Which of the following system applications would require the use of a siphon tube (pigtail) to prevent gauge damage?
  49. #1664 When reading a pressure that fluctuates severely on a direct reading pressure gauge, what should be done?
  50. #1666 What is the operating principle upon which a bubble tube system operates in indicating liquid tank level?
  51. #1667 In what application would a reflex type flat gauge glass be used?
  52. #1668 What is the operating principle of a variable area flow meter, such as a rotameter?
  53. #1669 If a thermometer reads 80oC, what is the equivalent temperature in oF?
  54. #1670 If a thermometer reads 850oF, what is the equivalent temperature in oC?
  55. #1671 If an engine lubricating oils viscosity is given as SAE 20W as compared to SAE 20, what is the significant difference between the two lubricating oils...
  56. #1675 The unloading system on an air compressor will __________.
  57. #1676 The air compressor shown in the illustration, when used aboard a vessel is typically operated as __________. Illustration GS-0119 illustration
  58. #1677 The primary function of the device illustrated is to __________. Illustration GS-0029 illustration
  59. #1678 The device shown in the illustration is commonly used to __________. Illustration GS-0120 illustration
  60. #1679 The line labeled "E", as shown in the illustration, would be identified as the ______. Illustration GS-0175 illustration
  61. #1682 Which of the valves listed for the device shown in illustration will be open while the unit is operating in the back flush mode? Illustration GS-0153 illustration
  62. #1683 In the operation of a lube oil clarifier, the position of the oil/water interface should be __________.
  63. #1684 A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the listed substances from lube oil?
  64. #1685 When water is removed from lube oil passing through a centrifugal purifier, the water removed will __________.
  65. #1686 Constant capacity, pressure atomizing, fuel burners designed to meet a wide variation in steaming loads on an auxiliary boiler, are __________.
  66. #1687 Which of the following statements concerning fire-tube boilers is correct?
  67. #1688 A photoelectric cell installed in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler burner management system __________.
  68. #1689 Fusible plugs are installed in fire-tube boilers to __________.
  69. #1690 In a coil-type forced circulation auxiliary water-tube boiler, __________.
  70. #1691 The boiler shown in the illustration would be classed as __________. Illustration MO-0064 illustration
  71. #1692 Which of the following technologies would be associated with a Type III marine sanitation device?
  72. #1693 If a biological sewage treatment plant consists of three chambers, what is the sequential order of treatment chambers within the plant?
  73. #1694 Besides promoting mixing of the bacterial population with the fecal waste material, what is the purpose of aeration system as used in a biological sew...
  74. #1695 What statement is true concerning portable power tools?
  75. #1696 What statement is true concerning the use of wrenches and drive tools as used to manipulate threaded fasteners?
  76. #1697 What type of eye protection affords the best protection from severe exposure to airborne impact hazards?
  77. #1699 Which bearing will carry the load on two small points diametrically opposite to each other?
  78. #1700 Under what circumstances could equipment be operated when tagged with DANGER tags?
  79. #1701 Under what conditions is a CAUTION tag installed at equipment control stations in preparation for performing maintenance or repairs?
  80. #1704 A vessel is in compliance with federal regulations regarding the discharge of sewage by __________.
  81. #1705 Which type of Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) is used solely for the storage of sewage and flush water at ambient air pressure and temperature?
  82. #1706 When heated, fuel oil will __________.
  83. #1707 The main reason for having a low suction line on the fuel oil service or settling tanks is to __________.
  84. #1708 What application often requires a valve to be remotely operated from a control station, where the valve itself is operated by an electric, pneumatic,...
  85. #1709 Where is the location of a chain-operated valve when a chain wheel is attached to the stem and is associated with an endless chain for operation?
  86. #1710 What is the purpose of the torque limit switch as fitted on an electric motor operated rising stem gate valve?
  87. #1711 Remote valve operators are frequently fitted with a hand wheel for local operation if the motor fails. If this is so, what is the procedure for local...
  88. #1712 On vessels exceeding 1600 GRT, who is responsible for the practical upkeep of machinery and the manning of the engine room?
  89. #1713 The welding symbol reference line using the inverted "V” indicates __________. Illustration GS-0076 illustration
  90. #1714 When arc welding, the flux that covers the electrode is used to __________.
  91. #1715 A weld with triangular cross sections is used to join two surfaces at right angles to each other, and is called a __________.
  92. #1716 In the illustration, the welded neck flange is attached to the pipe by a __________. Illustration GS-0078 illustration
  93. #1717 Which illustration correctly depicts a double bevel groove weld? Illustration GS-0077 illustration
  94. #1718 Which of the following procedures would be correct when first lighting-off an oxyacetylene torch?
  95. #1722 With reference to the oxyacetylene welding of high carbon steels, hard-facing, and the welding of non-ferrous alloys, such as monel, the best flame to...
  96. #1723 The lathe tool shown as figure "N" in the illustration is commonly known as a/an __________. Illustration GS-0090 illustration
  97. #1724 The angle "A" shown on the illustrated lathe tool bit is properly called the __________. Illustration GS-0164 illustration
  98. #1729 Which of the metals listed below can be cut with the highest operating lathe speed?
  99. #1730 The 60° taper angle machined on work supported by lathe centers is most easily machined by the __________.
  100. #1731 To properly cut even numbered threads using the lathe thread dial indicator shown in the illustration, you should close the lathe split or half-nut on... illustration

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