General Engineering Knowledge / Edition 3

by H D McGeorge

Overview

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

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780750600064
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/31/1991
Series:	Marine Engineering Series
Edition description:	3RD, REVISED
Pages:	168
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

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.

Editorial Reviews

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