Condition

On a gas-turbine vessel of at least 1,000 HP at sea, on a simulator, or in a laboratory

Performance requirement

Behavior Standard
The student will: During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum:

Check for sufficient electrical capacity

  • start and parallel a diesel or gas turbine generator as needed

Prepare main gas turbine for start

  • check lube oil storage and conditioning assembly level
  • line up fuel oil system for main gas turbine engines
  • verify that turning gear is disengaged

Start main gas turbine engines

  • press On button
  • monitor gas turbine engines for proper start sequence
  • place gas turbine control to Online
  • engage the gas turbine engine clutch to main reduction gear

Location

Assessed in EN‑3233 Steam and Gas Turbines.

References

STCW Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency

  1. OICEW-A4.3

NVIC Tasks

  1. NVIC 17-14 Task 4.3.B Prepare gas turbine for operation

See the Assessment Guidelines for additional specifications of behavior and standards.