Semester-wise syllabus for a Diploma in Marine Engineering and Logistics

Semester 1: Marine Fundamentals & Basic Engineering

1. Introduction to Marine Engineering

   • Ship types (Container, Bulk Carrier, Tankers), propulsion systems

2. Marine Electrical & Electronics

   • Shipboard circuits, navigation lighting, basic instrumentation

3. Engineering Mechanics

   • Statics, dynamics applied to ship structures

4. Marine Materials & Corrosion

   • Hull materials, anti-fouling coatings, cathodic protection

5. Basic Naval Architecture

   • Ship dimensions, stability concepts (GM, freeboard)

6. Workshop Practice

   • Pipe fitting, welding basics, engine disassembly

Semester 2: Marine Power Systems & Logistics Basics

1. Marine Diesel Engines

   • 2-stroke vs. 4-stroke, fuel injection systems

2. Marine Auxiliary Machinery

   • Pumps, compressors, refrigeration plants

3. Marine Logistics & Port Operations

   • Cargo handling (FCL/LCL), stowage planning

4. Marine Safety & Firefighting

   • SOLAS conventions, fixed firefighting systems

5. Technical Drawing & CAD for Ships

   • AutoCAD Marine, basic hull design

6. Sea Survival Training

   • STCW Basic Safety Training (certification included)

Semester 3: Ship Systems & Supply Chain Management

1. Marine Hydraulics & Pneumatics

   • Steering gear, hatch cover systems

2. Marine Automation & Control

   • PLCs, alarm monitoring systems

3. Port Logistics & Terminal Management

   • Container stacking algorithms, port productivity metrics

4. Marine Law & Insurance

   • Bills of Lading, Hague-Visby Rules

5. Shipboard Communication Systems

   • GMDSS, AIS, radar basics

6. Internship (Port Visit)

   • 2-week exposure to cargo operations

Semester 4: Advanced Propulsion & Global Logistics

1. Marine Gas Turbines & Alternative Fuels

   • LNG bunkering, scrubber systems

2. Ship Repair & Dry Dock Management

   • Underwater hull inspections, docking schedules

3. International Trade & Shipping Documentation

   • INCOTERMS 2020, letter of credit processes

4. Marine Environmental Management

   • MARPOL Annexes, ballast water treatment

5. Marine Economics

   • Charter parties, freight rate calculations

6. Simulator Training

   • Engine room simulator (Kongsberg/Wärtsilä)

Semester 5: Specialization & Regulatory Compliance

1. Elective Streams:

   • Marine Engineering: Turbochargers, shaft alignment

   • Maritime Logistics: Vessel scheduling, hub-and-spoke networks

2. Classification Society Rules

   • ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s Register standards

3. Crisis Management

   • Oil spill response, emergency towing

4. Marine Project Management

   • Newbuild supervision, retrofit planning

5. Research Methodology

   • Case study on decarbonization (IMO 2030/2050)

Semester 6: Industrial Training & Certification

1. Onboard Training

   • 6-month sea phase (Deck/Engine department rotations) OR

2. Shore-Based Internship

   • Ship management companies, port authorities

3. Final Project

   • Example: "Optimizing bunker fuel procurement for a feeder vessel"

4. Certification Prep

   • MEO Class IV (Marine Engineer Officer) foundation

Key Practical Components:

• Engine Room Simulators: Fault finding on MAN B&W engines

• Crane Operations: Container handling at training ports

• Firefighting Drills: Live exercises with CO₂ systems