SHIP KNOWLEDGE DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION EXERCISE: NAME:
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1 List the factors that influence a vessel’s design.
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2 Explain the following terms:
(a) Measured length
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(b) Freeboard
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(c) Rise of Floor
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(d) Draft
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(e) Rake
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(f) Flare
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3 Sketch a transverse section through a timber constructed vessel.
5 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the following construction materials
(a) Steel
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(b) Aluminium Alloy
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(c) Ferro Cement
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(e) Timber
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6 What is the purpose of having transverse watertight bulkheads?
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7 Describe how the hull is made watertight.
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8 List the typical openings in the hull and on the maindeck of a vessel and explain the maintenance requirements and safe working practises to be followed to maintain watertight integrity.
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(Ranger Hope © 2008, contains edits of material courtesy of A.N.T.A. publications)