Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge

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The VIDEOTEL series on Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge made up of 8 programs. Designed to assist sea-going personnel in their understanding of the safe operation, testing and maintenance of ships electrical equipment and services. Examines practical electrical maintenance and fault-finding procedures on board various ship types. This video series explains a ship's electrical system, including its generation plant, switchboards and distribution network. Electrical safety and safe working practice are stressed throughout with the significance of circuit faults and the various forms of protective switchgear. There are many system variations around. So, it's most important that you become familiar with the components of the electrical system and the layout of the main switchboard immediately you join a ship. Pay attention to the layout of the emergency switchboard. This study will pay dividends during a blackout or when troubleshooting in cause of major breakdown. Based on book "Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge" which covers every aspect of a ships electrical system and includes correct operation, safety, testing, UMS requirements and standards for Classification Society Surveys. #marine #electrical #safety #maintenance