EUROTECH MARITIME ACADEMY, KOCHIPHASE II (FG) - Dec 2014 FUNCTION - NAVIGATION BRIDGE WKPG/EMERGENCIESTime : 2 hrs Pass Marks : 50 Total Marks : 100

1. Answer any 5 questions.2. One question between 7 and 8 is compulsory and to be on separate answer sheets3. All questions carry equal marks.

1. a) What is safe speed as defined in COLREGS ? How will you estimate safe speed in restricted visibility ?b) What are the factors that you will take into account when deciding the composition of the bridge watch at sea ?2.As per IAMSAR, discuss the following with diagrams;a) Duties of On Scene Commanderb) Sector search & Expanding square search3. a) Explain the common theme in Ships Routeing, Ship Reporting systems and Vessel Traffic serviceb) Describe how a VTS assists in achieving safety & efficiency in navigation.4.What precautions will you take on board a general cargo vessel before the onset of heavy weather? What are the dangers of heavy following seas and how will you manage your vessel under such circumstances ?5. a)What are the exchange of information takes place between the master and the pilot prior entering the port ? b) Write short notes ( with diagrams) on any two of the following; i) girding of tug ii) Williamson turn iii) Manoeuvring characteristics

6. What are the circumstances in which a vessel is to be beached ? Describe in general, the procedures and precautions to be observed during and after the beaching.

7..What is pivot point of a ship ? How will you determine Pivot Point while the ship is moving ahead? What is the significance of pivot point with respect to manoeuvring of a ship ?8. Describe squat. How is the maximum squat calculated ? What are the signs of vessel entering shallow water ?