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Elsevier

General Engineering Knowledge

  • 3rd Edition - March 31, 1991
  • Latest edition
  • Author: H D MCGEORGE
  • Language: English

This book covers the general engineering knowledge required by candidates for the Department of Transport's Certificates of Competency in Marine Engineering, Class One and Class… Read more

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Description

This book covers the general engineering knowledge required by candidates for the Department of Transport's Certificates of Competency in Marine Engineering, Class One and Class Two. The text is updated throughout in this third edition, and new chapters have been added on production of fresh water and on noise and vibration. Reference is also provided to up-to-date papers and official publications on specialized topics. These updates ensure that this little volume will continue to be a useful pre-examination and revision text. - Marine Engineers Review, January 1992



Table of contents

CONTENTS INCLUDE: Centrifugal pumps and priming; Coolers and cooling systems; Hazards in enclosed spaces; Fire protection; Fuel handling and treatment; Refrigeration, air conditioning, heating; Metallurgical tests; Stern bearings and seals; Steering gear; Pollution prevention; Production of fresh water; Noise and vibration; Index.

Product details

  • Edition: 3
  • Latest edition
  • Published: May 15, 1991
  • Language: English

About the author

HM

H D MCGEORGE

Affiliations and expertise
CEng FIMarE MRINA