Ship Engineering
Study programme title in Est.
Laevamehaanika
Study programme title in Engl.
Ship Engineering
TalTech study programme code
VDXR17
MER study programme code
175377
Study programme version code
VDXR17/25
Faculty / college
V - Estonian Maritime Academy
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Valentin Bratkov
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Applied higher education study
ECTS credits
240
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
8 semesters
Study programme group
Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology
Broad area of study
Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction
Study field
Engineering and engineering trades
Curriculum group
Motor vehicles, ships and aircraft
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Secondary education or corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
The general aim of the curriculum is to prepare Marine Engineers,
Electro-technical Engineers and Refrigerating engineers by giving broad-based and diverse general and technical knowledge and professional training. After graduating one can work on a ship as an engineer officer in charge of an engineering watch, as a second engineer officer, as a chief engineer officer or a field specialist and continuing education at the level of master's studies in sea-related or other technical fields. Curricula is in accordance with STCW 1978, as amended, Sections A-III/1, A-III/2, A-III/6 and A-VI/1, A-VI/2, A-VI/3, A-VI/4 and A-VI/6 competence requirements and national regulations. Show more...
Learning outcomes of the study programme
Graduates from the curriculum of "Marine engineering" will:

- have professional knowledge and skills and be able to work on the ship as officer in charge of an engineering watch at operational level;
- be ready for working individually and in team in multicultural environment, able to communicate in professional Estonian and English, in case of specialisation to shiprepair, in addition in Russian, and able to use necessary info- and communication technologies;
- be able after required seagoing service to undertake the tasks, duties and resposibilities of second or chief engineer at managenent level;
- to know safety requirements of working environment and basics of managing the activities of engine room staff in different dangerous and emergency situations;
- be able to plan and managing engine room operations for ensuring safety of ship and cargo;
- understand interdisciplinare connections between different subjects, current issues and challenges of chosen speciality;
- be able to evaluate for necessity for additional studies of itself and crewmembers, continuing studies at master level and be motivated to seek self-development. Show more...
Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the
successful passing of final exams in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate; In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more...
Degrees conferred
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
General studies
42.0
Core studies
51.0
Special studies
141.0
Graduation exam
6.0
Total
240.0
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       MAIN SPECIALITY 1: Operation of Marine Powerplant
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         MODULE: General Studies module 42.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
      Aims
      To give students presumptons for understanding and owing principles of speciality in undertaking field.
      To give understanding of interdisciplinary connections between different spheres, develop logical structural thinking. To give knowledges about functioning of organisation, state and society, basic concepts and functioning of economics, basic overview and knowlegde of science and its realtions with speciality.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - undersatands basic concepts of functioning of society and is able to recognise its influence to the speciality;

      - be familiar with the basics of mathematics, physics and chemistry and capable of applying these in problem solving as called for in practice;
      - be familiar with basics of computer science, and skills in using of office software;
      - be able to communicate in Estonian and Russian orally and in writing;
      - knows basics of physical development of human body and is able to implement it in practice;
      - knows the history and traditions of seafaring, etiquette and ethics;
      - able to use CAD programs for compilation of simple computer drawings;
      - understand of the functioning of society and basics of legislation;
      - will have basic knowledge of management psychology and be capable of applying this in organizing and managing the work of engine room staff in closed rooms with high risk level at extreme situations.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Computer Aided Design
      VAA0420
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      A
      SK
      Science
      VAY0770
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Higher Mathematics II
      VAY0790
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      IT Foundations
      VAY0800
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      SK
      Higher Mathematics
      VAY0810
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      S
      Basics of scientific work
      VAY0890
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      SK
      Estonian Orthography and Composition
      VAY1110
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Total: 33.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Introduction to Entrepreneurship
      TMJ0130
      3.0
      2.0
      0.5
      0.0
      1.5
      H
      SK
      Fundamentals of Law
      VAY0880
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Management Psychology and Theory
      VAY0900
      3.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Seafaring traditions and ethics
      VAY1040
      6.0
      4.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Core Studies module 51.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
      Aims
      To give students basic theoretical knowledge and develope basic skills according to chosen speciality.
      Learning outcomes
      - have basic knowledge of theoretical mechanics, the strenght of materials and fluid mechanics and demonstrate the skills for using these;

      - be familiar with the basic concepts and laws of electrical engineering and electronics;
      - familiar with the symbols used in technical drawings, capable of reading exploded view and detailed drawings, and able to create sketches of details;
      - have basic knowledge of the laws of thermodynamics and heat transfer, and the cyclic processes of piston and turbo machines;
      - be able to distinguish different materials, know their basic properties, usage and ability to choose correct treating methods in accordance to properties of material and features of product;
      - owns necessary basic knowledges and skills in accordance to specialisation submodule.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Electrical Engineering and Electronics
      VAA0240
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Descriptive Geometry and Technical Drawing
      VAA0360
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.0
      3.0
      H
      K
      Technology of metals, Materials
      VAA0370
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.5
      2.5
      E
      SK
      Mechanical Engineering and Strength of Materials
      VAA0400
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Maritime Conventions
      VLL1190
      3.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Introduction to Cyber Security
      VLL1480
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
      VLM0820
      6.0
      4.0
      3.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Interpretation of Electrical and Electronic Diagrams
      VLM0910
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      K
      Total: 42.0 ECTS credits
      SUBMODULES: Mandatory number of fully passed submodules: 1
      Submodule: Laeva elektrimehaanik
      Technology of Electrical Materials
      VLM0900
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      K
      English for Electro-technical Officers
      VLM0920
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Power Electronics
      VLM0960
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      S
      Submodule: Laeva jõuseadmed
      Maritime English M I
      VLM0640
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      A
      K
      Hydromechanics
      VMV0100
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Motorman and engineer officer 45.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The general objective of the module is to give students the
      knowledge and proficiency needed to work - being able to work as motorman or officer in charge of an engineering watch at operational level on the motorships with propulsion machinery 750 kW or more in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Sections A-III/1, A-III/3; Ch. VI Sections A-VI/1, A-VI/2, A-VI/3 and IMO model course 7.04.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Students will:
      - be familiar with the ship construction and factors, affecting the buoyancy and stability of a ship;

      - be familiar with requirements of occupational health, safety and fire prevention at engine room Works and understanding importance of these;
      - knowing the procedures of watchkeeping in engine room, rights and responsibilities of an engineer officer in charge of engineering watch, engine room orders in Estonian and English and activities when receiving these, knowing and using of internal communication devices;
      - knowing the function, working principles, construction and safe operation in normal conditions of the power plant machinery, auxiliary systems and components thereof, marine electrical and electronic equipment, incl. high-voltage installations; mechanical, electrical and electronic controllers and automatic control systems;
      - be able to detect and solve common malfunctions in the operation of marine machinery, systems, electrical equipment, controllers, automatic control equipment and systems;
      - be able to use drawings of machinery, diagrams of piping, electrical, electronic and control engineering systems and other ship's technical documentation;
      - be able to assess and analyse the technical condition of marine machinery and details, usableness of these and keep the repair documents;
      - know the sources of environmental pollution originating from ships and be able to use technical and organisational measures to avoid same.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Basics of Automatic Control and Automatic Ccontrol Systems
      VLM0430
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Marine Auxiliary Machinery I
      VLM0450
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Marine Diesel Powerplant M I
      VLM0470
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Marine Steam and Gas Powerplants
      VLM0500
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Ship's Electrical Equipment I
      VLM0530
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      S
      Maritime English M II
      VLM1080
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      A
      S
      Refrigerating Equipment
      VLM1090
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Total: 36.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Ship Construction and Maintenance Practice
      VLL1360
      6.0
      5.0
      2.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Freezing Technology
      VLM0770
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      SK
      Occupational Health and Safety, Fire protection
      VLM0870
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Motorman and Engineer Officer practice 39.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      To give student practical metalworking skills with both manual,
      mechanised and machine tools, proficiency in metal arc and gas welding and cutting, soldering, common wiring, routine repair and maintenance of machinery and analyzing the quality of fuels, lubricating oils and technical water on the ship in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Section A-III/1 and Ch. VII Section A-VII/2 of STCW 1978, as amended.

      Module includes seagoing practice required for attaining the qualification of a ship motorman.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Students will:
      - be familiar with the safety requirements for metalworking, cutting and welding and the use of protective equipment;

      - know the main locksmith's metalworking techniques and be able to use manual and power tools and measuring instruments;
      - able to use multifunctional machine tools for basic turning, milling, planing, drilling and grinding operations;
      - be able to perform basic manual arc welding, gas welding and gas cutting operations with choosing the right materials and working regimes;
      - be able to assemble electrical installations on the basis of diagrams, selecting cables and installation components according to working currents and voltages;
      - be able to prepare a diesel engine for partial disassembly, observing safety requirements and choosing the appropriate tools and measuring instruments, to dismantle an engine, to clean and measure components, completing measurement charts, and to reassemble the engine, checking for clearances and performing the necessary preliminary adjustments;
      - understand the operation of engine room machinery and systems in their respective interrelations and be able on a simulator to guarantee the ship_s electrical and thermal energy supply, start up and shut down the auxiliary machinery and auxiliary boilers, monitor their operation and adequately respond to alarm and warning signals;
      - be familiar and fulfill the duties of ship motorman at engineering watch.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Basic Safety Training
      VLL1120
      3.0
      7.0
      2.0
      2.5
      2.5
      A
      K1
      Welding Workshop Practice
      VLM0490
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Marine Electrical Workshop Training I
      VLM0510
      3.0
      4.5
      0.0
      4.5
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Locksmith's and Cutting Processing Practice I
      VLM0570
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Shiprepair Practice
      VLM0590
      6.0
      7.0
      0.0
      7.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Engine Room Simulator Training I
      VLM0600
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      H
      K
      Locksmith's and Cutting Processing Practice II
      VLM0860
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      S
      Total: 36.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator I
      VLK0340
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator II
      VLM0730
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 3.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Chief engineer and second engineer 48.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The aim of the module is to provide students with the knowledge
      and proficiency needed to work management level as a 2nd engineer officer or a chief engineer officer on a motor ship of unlimited main propulsion power in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Section A-III/2; Ch. VI Sections A-VI/4, A-VI/6 of STCW-78, as amended and IMO model courses 7.02 and 3.17.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Students will:
      - be able to evaluate and analyse the condition of ship machinery and –systems,
      detect and solve the malfunctions of marine machinery, piping systems, electrical, control engineering equipment and automatic control systems;
      - be able to efficiently use engine room human and technical resources;
      -be able to plan and organise the work of an engine department in normal and emergency situations and to conduct training exercises, organise and control the repair and maintenance of marine machinery and keep engine room documentation;
      - have through knowlegde of ship buoyancy, stability and ship survivability;
      - have basic knowledge of maritime law and international conventions;
      - knows basics of developement of marine diesel engines and last developments;
      - have advanced knowledge about the sources of environmental pollution originating from ships and readiness to use technical and organisational measures to avoid same;
      - have basic of ship economy and expendings planning;
      -be able to name main international and national organisations and explain their function in English , main regulations and convention. Is able to keep required English-language documentation.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Ship Design and Stability
      VLL1230
      6.0
      7.0
      3.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      SK
      Maritime English STCW
      VLL1250
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Marine Auxiliary Machinery II
      VLM0460
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      SK
      Shiprepair Technology
      VLM0580
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Maritime English M III
      VLM0650
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      H
      K
      Ship's Electrical Equipment II
      VLM1100
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      K
      Marine Diesel Powerplant M II
      VLM1140
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      K
      Total: 33.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Machine Elements, Standards, Tolerancing, Measuring Tools
      VAA0390
      9.0
      6.0
      3.0
      0.0
      3.0
      E
      SK
      Economics
      VAY0410
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Basic Navigation
      VLL1310
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Conditioning units
      VLM0680
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Refrigerating Control Equipment and Automatic Control System
      VLM0690
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Refrigeration equipment assembly and repair
      VLM0700
      9.0
      6.0
      2.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      SK
      Calculation and planning of Refrigeration Equipments
      VLM0710
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Electrical Machines and Drives
      VLM0930
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Power Electronics
      VLM0960
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      S
      Ship's Survivability
      VLM1170
      3.0
      4.0
      3.0
      0.0
      1.0
      A
      SK
      Total: at least 15.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Chief Engineer and Second Engineer practice 9.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      To give special training courses for obtaining competences and certificates required for seafarers.
      Learning outcomes
      Student will:
      - be able to choose suitable working regimes of main and auxiliary machinery and refrigeration plant depending the real situation react adequately to alarm signals,
      detect and remove the causes of alarms;
      - familiar with security problems, behaviour rules and basics of security managenent;
      - knows one's obligations for keeping fire safety on ship and activities in case of fire;
      - have proficiency in operations of survival crafts and rescue boats.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Engine Room Simulator Training II
      VLM0610
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      H
      S
      STCW courses
      VLM1120
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Seamanship practice (Internship)
      VLM1260
      3.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Total: 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Final Exam 6.0 ECTS credits (Graduation exam)
      Aims
      The module goal is to determine students' knowledge and skills
      in the final examination subjects and to assess their readiness for entering the labour market as engineer officers in charge of an engineering watch on the ships of unlimited propulsion power.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The students will:
      - demonstrate abilty to use English language, both orally and in writing, at a conversational level and the ability to use specialised materials in English;

      - know the principles, function and construction of marine prime movers, auxiliary machinery and electrical equipment;
      - have basic theoretical knowledge of the work processes of shipboard equipment, basic requirements of operating shipboard equipment and know rules of acting in emergency situations;
      - be familiar with the typical malfunctions of marine machinery, be able to identify these on the basis of external characteristics measurements instruments and knows the procedures for responding to data results.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Final exam: Chief Engineer (final examination)
      VLM1160
      6.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      E
      K2
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
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         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
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           1st Semester
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           2nd Semester
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           3rd Semester
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           4th Semester
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           5th Semester
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           6th Semester
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           7th Semester
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           8th Semester
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       MAIN SPECIALITY 2: Electro-Technical Officer
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         MODULE: General Studies module 42.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
      Aims
      To give students presumptons for understanding and owing principles of speciality in undertaking field.
      To give understanding of interdisciplinary connections between different spheres, develop logical structural thinking. To give knowledges about functioning of organisation, state and society, basic concepts and functioning of economics, basic overview and knowlegde of science and its realtions with speciality.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - undersatands basic concepts of functioning of society and is able to recognise its influence to the speciality;

      - be familiar with the basics of mathematics, physics and chemistry and capable of applying these in problem solving as called for in practice;
      - be familiar with basics of computer science, and skills in using of office software;
      - be able to communicate in Estonian and Russian orally and in writing;
      - knows basics of physical development of human body and is able to implement it in practice;
      - knows the history and traditions of seafaring, etiquette and ethics;
      - able to use CAD programs for compilation of simple computer drawings;
      - understand of the functioning of society and basics of legislation;
      - will have basic knowledge of management psychology and be capable of applying this in organizing and managing the work of engine room staff in closed rooms with high risk level at extreme situations.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Computer Aided Design
      VAA0420
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      A
      SK
      Science
      VAY0770
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Higher Mathematics II
      VAY0790
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      IT Foundations
      VAY0800
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      SK
      Higher Mathematics
      VAY0810
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      S
      Basics of scientific work
      VAY0890
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      SK
      Estonian Orthography and Composition
      VAY1110
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Total: 33.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Introduction to Entrepreneurship
      TMJ0130
      3.0
      2.0
      0.5
      0.0
      1.5
      H
      SK
      Fundamentals of Law
      VAY0880
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Management Psychology and Theory
      VAY0900
      3.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Seafaring traditions and ethics
      VAY1040
      6.0
      4.0
      4.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Core Studies module 51.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
      Aims
      To give students basic theoretical knowledge and develope basic skills according to chosen speciality.
      Learning outcomes
      - have basic knowledge of theoretical mechanics, the strenght of materials and fluid mechanics and demonstrate the skills for using these;

      - be familiar with the basic concepts and laws of electrical engineering and electronics;
      - familiar with the symbols used in technical drawings, capable of reading exploded view and detailed drawings, and able to create sketches of details;
      - have basic knowledge of the laws of thermodynamics and heat transfer, and the cyclic processes of piston and turbo machines;
      - be able to distinguish different materials, know their basic properties, usage and ability to choose correct treating methods in accordance to properties of material and features of product;
      - owns necessary basic knowledges and skills in accordance to specialisation submodule.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Electrical Engineering and Electronics
      VAA0240
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Descriptive Geometry and Technical Drawing
      VAA0360
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.0
      3.0
      H
      K
      Technology of metals, Materials
      VAA0370
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.5
      2.5
      E
      SK
      Mechanical Engineering and Strength of Materials
      VAA0400
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Maritime Conventions
      VLL1190
      3.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Introduction to Cyber Security
      VLL1480
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
      VLM0820
      6.0
      4.0
      3.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Interpretation of Electrical and Electronic Diagrams
      VLM0910
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      K
      Total: 42.0 ECTS credits
      SUBMODULES: Mandatory number of fully passed submodules: 1
      Submodule: Laeva elektrimehaanik
      Technology of Electrical Materials
      VLM0900
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      K
      English for Electro-technical Officers
      VLM0920
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Power Electronics
      VLM0960
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      S
      Submodule: Laeva jõuseadmed
      Maritime English M I
      VLM0640
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      A
      K
      Hydromechanics
      VMV0100
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Electro-Technical Officer 48.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The general objective of module is to give students professional
      training for working as an electro-technical engineer on a motor ship the in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Section A-III/6 of STCW-78, as amended and IMO model course 7.08.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Student have knowledge:
      - of purpose, classification, working principles and construction,
      monitoring during operation, maintenance, detection of malfunction and repairing of marine electrical-, incl. high voltage-, electronic and control engineering equipment and -systems, and tuning of governors and automatic control systems;
      - to be able to evaluate technical condition, detect and repair typical malfunctions of electrical equipment and automatic control systems;
      - of technology of electrical materials and standardized components;
      - of operation of generators and power distribution systems;
      - of ship computer networks, data processing and communication systems;
      - of ways of acting for securing safety of crew and passengers;
      - of being proficient in the English language orally and in writing for using technical documentation and special literature and able to communicate with specialists.
      Students:
      - to be able to use testing equipment and measuring instruments;
      - to be able to use technical documentation, incl. diagrams, drawings and manuals of electrical and automatic control systems;
      - knows safety precautions in operation, maintenance and repairs of electrical equipment and using appropriate protective means.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Maritime English STCW
      VLL1250
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Electrical Machines and Drives
      VLM0930
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Marine Electric Powerplants
      VLM0950
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Fault Finding, Maintenance and Repair of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
      VLM0970
      6.0
      5.0
      2.0
      0.0
      3.0
      E
      SK
      Computer Networks and Data Processing Systems on Ships
      VLM1030
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Ship's Navigational Equipment and Communication Systems
      VLM1040
      6.0
      6.0
      3.0
      0.0
      3.0
      H
      SK
      Construction and Operation, Maintenance and Repair of Automation and Control Systems of Ship's Machinery
      VLM1150
      9.0
      7.5
      5.5
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Marine Electrical Power Distribution Systems and Cable Networks
      VLM1200
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Total: 45.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Basic Navigation
      VLL1310
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      English for Ship Refrigeration Engineer
      VLM0660
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      K
      Refrigerating Control Equipment and Automatic Control System
      VLM0690
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Refrigeration equipment assembly and repair
      VLM0700
      9.0
      6.0
      2.0
      0.0
      4.0
      E
      SK
      Calculation and planning of Refrigeration Equipments
      VLM0710
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Electrical Propulsion Equipment of the Ships
      VLM1210
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      H
      SK
      Hydromechanics
      VMV0100
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 3.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Electro -Technical Officers practice 9.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The general objective of the subject is to give students the
      knowledge and proficiency needed to work as an electro-technical officer on a motor ship in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Section A-III/6 and A-III/7 of STCW 1978, as amended.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The student:
      - knows properties and basics of choosing electro-technical materials, practical skills of installation of electrical equipment;

      - knows safety precautions, requirements of electrical and fire safety in operation and installation of electrical equipment;
      - is able to choose and use appropriate methods of processing and instruments correspondingly to used materials and equipment.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Marine Electrical Workshop Training II
      VLM0242
      3.0
      4.5
      0.0
      4.5
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Seapractice electro-technical rating (Internship)
      VLM1000
      3.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      STCW courses
      VLM1120
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      0.0
      2.0
      A
      SK
      Total: 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Motorman and engineer officer 45.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The general objective of the module is to give students the
      knowledge and proficiency needed to work - being able to work as motorman or officer in charge of an engineering watch at operational level on the motorships with propulsion machinery 750 kW or more in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Sections A-III/1, A-III/3; Ch. VI Sections A-VI/1, A-VI/2, A-VI/3 and IMO model course 7.04.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Students will:
      - be familiar with the ship construction and factors, affecting the buoyancy and stability of a ship;

      - be familiar with requirements of occupational health, safety and fire prevention at engine room Works and understanding importance of these;
      - knowing the procedures of watchkeeping in engine room, rights and responsibilities of an engineer officer in charge of engineering watch, engine room orders in Estonian and English and activities when receiving these, knowing and using of internal communication devices;
      - knowing the function, working principles, construction and safe operation in normal conditions of the power plant machinery, auxiliary systems and components thereof, marine electrical and electronic equipment, incl. high-voltage installations; mechanical, electrical and electronic controllers and automatic control systems;
      - be able to detect and solve common malfunctions in the operation of marine machinery, systems, electrical equipment, controllers, automatic control equipment and systems;
      - be able to use drawings of machinery, diagrams of piping, electrical, electronic and control engineering systems and other ship's technical documentation;
      - be able to assess and analyse the technical condition of marine machinery and details, usableness of these and keep the repair documents;
      - know the sources of environmental pollution originating from ships and be able to use technical and organisational measures to avoid same.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Basics of Automatic Control and Automatic Ccontrol Systems
      VLM0430
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Marine Auxiliary Machinery I
      VLM0450
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Marine Diesel Powerplant M I
      VLM0470
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Marine Steam and Gas Powerplants
      VLM0500
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Ship's Electrical Equipment I
      VLM0530
      6.0
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      S
      Maritime English M II
      VLM1080
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      A
      S
      Refrigerating Equipment
      VLM1090
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Total: 36.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Ship Construction and Maintenance Practice
      VLL1360
      6.0
      5.0
      2.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Freezing Technology
      VLM0770
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      SK
      Occupational Health and Safety, Fire protection
      VLM0870
      3.0
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Motorman and Engineer Officer practice 39.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      To give student practical metalworking skills with both manual,
      mechanised and machine tools, proficiency in metal arc and gas welding and cutting, soldering, common wiring, routine repair and maintenance of machinery and analyzing the quality of fuels, lubricating oils and technical water on the ship in accordance with requirements of part A Ch. III Section A-III/1 and Ch. VII Section A-VII/2 of STCW 1978, as amended.

      Module includes seagoing practice required for attaining the qualification of a ship motorman.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Students will:
      - be familiar with the safety requirements for metalworking, cutting and welding and the use of protective equipment;

      - know the main locksmith's metalworking techniques and be able to use manual and power tools and measuring instruments;
      - able to use multifunctional machine tools for basic turning, milling, planing, drilling and grinding operations;
      - be able to perform basic manual arc welding, gas welding and gas cutting operations with choosing the right materials and working regimes;
      - be able to assemble electrical installations on the basis of diagrams, selecting cables and installation components according to working currents and voltages;
      - be able to prepare a diesel engine for partial disassembly, observing safety requirements and choosing the appropriate tools and measuring instruments, to dismantle an engine, to clean and measure components, completing measurement charts, and to reassemble the engine, checking for clearances and performing the necessary preliminary adjustments;
      - understand the operation of engine room machinery and systems in their respective interrelations and be able on a simulator to guarantee the ship_s electrical and thermal energy supply, start up and shut down the auxiliary machinery and auxiliary boilers, monitor their operation and adequately respond to alarm and warning signals;
      - be familiar and fulfill the duties of ship motorman at engineering watch.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Basic Safety Training
      VLL1120
      3.0
      7.0
      2.0
      2.5
      2.5
      A
      K1
      Welding Workshop Practice
      VLM0490
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Marine Electrical Workshop Training I
      VLM0510
      3.0
      4.5
      0.0
      4.5
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Locksmith's and Cutting Processing Practice I
      VLM0570
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Shiprepair Practice
      VLM0590
      6.0
      7.0
      0.0
      7.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Engine Room Simulator Training I
      VLM0600
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      H
      K
      Locksmith's and Cutting Processing Practice II
      VLM0860
      6.0
      9.0
      0.0
      9.0
      0.0
      A
      S
      Total: 36.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator I
      VLK0340
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator II
      VLM0730
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 3.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Final Exam 6.0 ECTS credits (Graduation exam)
      Aims
      The module goal is to determine students' knowledge and skills
      in the final examination subjects and to assess their readiness for entering the labour market as electro-technical engineer of ship.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      Knows typical electrical, electronic and control engineering equipment,
      is able to identify on the basis of the external characteristics and reading of measurements of instruments and act adequately according to STCW 78 as amended chapter A-III/6 and A-VIII/2 Ch. 4-2.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Final exam: Electro-technical Officer (final examination)
      VLM1130
      6.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      E
      K2
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
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         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
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           1st Semester
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           2nd Semester
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           3rd Semester
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           4th Semester
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           5th Semester
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           6th Semester
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           7th Semester
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           8th Semester
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       MINOR SPECIALITY MODULE: Refrigeration engineering
    Aims
    Provide a thorough knowledge of the ship and on land used refrigeration equipment,
    refrigeration agents, and in the operation of heat pumps and air conditioners, their construction and exploitation and safety of the use in normal operating conditions in accordance with Estonian professional standard Refrigeration Site Manager, level 5. To provide knowledge of the structure and exploitation automation equipment and automatic control systems purpose, operation, safety and technical use. Provide an overview of the health and work safety related requirements, safety measures; including the save use of refrigeration systems, fire protection, and individual protective equipment in gas atmospheres.     Show more...
    Learning outcomes
    - knows refrigeration equipment automation systems and the automatic control use, construction and operation;

    - is able to prepare the refrigeration equipment and systems for safe start;
    - is able to configured and safely set up automation equipment , and automatic control systems accordance with the changed conditions of work;
    - know the pressure vessel handling, fire safety, individual protective equipment, safe handling of refrigerants and brines, breathing apparatus design and use in extreme situations;
    - knows and follow the principles of watchkeeping, knows refrigeration mechanic rights and obligations, and knows the engine room commands and practical arrangements;
    - is able to use a variety of techniques to find and fix defects in components and equipment.     Show more...
    Compulsory courses:
    Course title
    Course code
    ECTS credits
    Hours per week
    Lectures
    Practices
    Exercises
    E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
    Teaching semester
    Electrical Engineering and Electronics
    VAA0240
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    E
    SK
    Machine Elements, Standards, Tolerancing, Measuring Tools
    VAA0390
    9.0
    6.0
    3.0
    0.0
    3.0
    E
    SK
    Refrigerating Control Equipment and Automatic Control System
    VLM0690
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    E
    S
    Freezing Technology
    VLM0770
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    H
    SK
    Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
    VLM0820
    6.0
    4.0
    3.0
    0.0
    1.0
    E
    SK
    Interpretation of Electrical and Electronic Diagrams
    VLM0910
    3.0
    2.0
    1.0
    0.0
    1.0
    H
    K
    Refrigerating Equipment
    VLM1090
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    E
    SK
    Total: 42.0 ECTS credits
    Elective courses:
    Course title
    Course code
    ECTS credits
    Hours per week
    Lectures
    Practices
    Exercises
    E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
    Teaching semester
    Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator I
    VLK0340
    3.0
    2.0
    0.0
    1.0
    1.0
    E
    S
    English for Ship Refrigeration Engineer
    VLM0660
    3.0
    2.0
    0.0
    0.0
    2.0
    A
    K
    Conditioning units
    VLM0680
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    E
    SK
    Refrigeration equipment assembly and repair
    VLM0700
    9.0
    6.0
    2.0
    0.0
    4.0
    E
    SK
    Calculation and planning of Refrigeration Equipments
    VLM0710
    6.0
    4.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    E
    SK
    Practical Training on Refrigerating Simulator II
    VLM0730
    3.0
    2.0
    0.0
    2.0
    0.0
    E
    SK
    Total: at least 9.0 ECTS credits