Conference on Marine Electrical Maintenance

Overview:

Introduction:

This conference provides a comprehensive overview of marine electrical maintenance, focusing on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems in marine environments. It empowers participant to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical systems on vessels.

Conference Objectives:

By the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of marine electrical systems and equipment.

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

• Apply safety standards and best practices in marine electrical maintenance.

• Diagnose and repair faults in complex marine electrical networks.

• Ensure compliance with marine industry standards and regulations.

Target Audience:

• Marine Engineers.

• Electricians and Electrical Technicians.

• Maintenance Supervisors.

• Shipbuilders and Naval Architects.

• Professionals responsible for marine vessel maintenance.

Conference Outline:

Unit 1:

Fundamentals of Marine Electrical Systems:

• Overview of marine electrical systems and their components.

• Power generation, distribution, and storage on marine vessels.

• AC/DC systems and their applications in marine environments.

• Electrical systems in propulsion, navigation, and communication equipment.

• Key standards and regulations governing marine electrical systems.

Unit 2:

Maintenance of Electrical Systems on Marine Vessels:

• Routine inspection and maintenance procedures.

• Identifying wear and tear in electrical components.

• Preventative maintenance techniques to avoid system failures.

• Using diagnostic tools for electrical testing and system analysis.

• Scheduling and planning maintenance activities for minimal downtime.

Unit 3:

Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical Systems:

• Common electrical problems in marine environments and how to fix them.

• Troubleshooting methods for power generation and distribution faults.

• Repairing techniques for electrical motors, transformers, and switchgear.

• Techniques for identifying short circuits, grounding issues, and overloads.

• Case study: Diagnosing and repairing a fault in a ship's electrical system.

Unit 4:

Safety and Best Practices in Marine Electrical Maintenance:

• Understanding how to apply marine safety standards (SOLAS, IMO regulations).

• Safety procedures for working on electrical systems in marine environments.

• Protecting equipment and personnel from electrical hazards.

• Implementing safety measures during high-voltage maintenance and repairs.

• Using personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety gear for electrical work.

Unit 5:

Compliance and Continuous Improvement in Electrical Maintenance:

• Ensuring compliance with marine industry standards and regulations.

• Methods of Conducting electrical audits and inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Improving system reliability through continuous monitoring and diagnostics.

• Integrating new technologies and innovations in electrical maintenance.

• Developing a culture of continuous improvement in marine electrical systems.