On DC generator, where is the pigtail located?

a.Feather spring
b.Conductors
c.Brush holder
d.Spiral adjusting spring
If a DC generator was rotated in the wrong direction, it
would fail to come up to voltage because
the _______________.
a.Armature field would oppose the field current
b.Generator would burn out
c.Brushes would burn out
d.Circuit breaker would not energize
A generator operates on the principles
that_________________.
•

a.When the field revolves, current is generated

b.When an armature revolves, a magnetic field is
induced
c.Voltage is induced when a conductor cuts a
magnetic field
d.A small voltage in the primary high voltage because
of the large number of coils in the secondary
Frequency of an operating alternator is controlled by
the_______________.

a.Relative speed of the rotor poles

b.Number of turns of wire in the armature coil
c.Strength of the materials
d.Output voltage
The line voltage generated by an alternator is adjusted
by varying the___________.

a.Prime mover speed

b.Equalizer bus
c.Excitation voltage
d.Residual magnetism of the shield
The voltage of an operated AC turbo generator is raised
or lowered by adjusting the __________.

a.Generator field exciter

b.Phase sequence switch
c.Generator governor controls
d.Synchronizing switch
What is overall result of increasing the load on the
secondary of a transformer?

a.Decrease in the primary current

b.Decrease in the primary voltage
c.Increase in the primary voltage
d.Increase the primary current
In DC circuits, power is expressed as the product of
________________.

a.Volts and amperes

b.Ohms and amperes
c.Volts and coulombs
d.Amperes and coulombs
A horseshoe magnet has ______________.

a.2 poles
b.3 poles
c.4 poles
d.1 pole
Retentivity is the power a metal has retained_________.

a.The current in a circuit

b.Magnetic lines force
c.Electron plow within the circuit
d.Electricity when moving at high speeds
How many cells are there in a 12 – volt battery?

a.6
b.4
c.2
d.8
If the specific gravity of a 12 – volt battery at 80oF is
1.225, the battery is _________.

a.Dead
b.Fully charged
c.Shorted
d.Partially charged
Counter electromotive force is measured
in ______________.

a.Volts
b.Ohms
c.Amperes
d.Coulombs
Which of the following expression correctly states Ohms
law?

a.Volts equal amperes times resistance

b.Amperes equals to volts divided by resistance
c.Resistance equals volts divided by amperes
d.All of these choices
In a parallel circuit, which of the following is the same
throughout the circuit?

a.Impedance
b.Current
c.Voltage
d.Resistance
When using Ohms law, V divided by R would solve
for________________.

a.Amperage
b.Voltage
c.Resistance
d.Watts
When using Ohm’s law, V divided by I would solve
for___________________.

a.Amperage
b.Voltage
c.Resistance
d.Watts
Volts times amperes equals______________.

a.Kilowatts
b.Watts
c.Ohms
d.Watts - hours
The unit of electrical force is the ________.

a.Volt
b.Amperes
c.Watts
d.Ohm
Electrically operated safety devices on auxiliary diesel
engines functions to stop the engine by_____________.

a.Shutting off fuel supply

b.Shutting off air supply
c.Shutting off cooling water supply
d.Shutting off lube oil
Before starting an electric motor after a long stoppage,
the operator shall ensure that is ___________.

a.Dust – free
b.Dry
c.Moving freely by hand
d.Wet
The insulation resistance of an electric of an electric
motor is measured by___________.

a.Voltmeter
b.Megger
c.Ammeter
d.Ampere meter
Your contact resistance – to – ground is substantially
reduce when you step on a __________.

a.Wet floor
b.Humid floor
c.Dry floor
d.None of these choices
• Note;
The bodies resistance is greatly reduced when wet.
Insulation resistance decreases when wet or with
the presence of moisture.
Battery rooms must be adequately ventilated
to___________.

a.Dissipate explosive gases

b.Keep room cool
c.Supply fresh air
d.Protect equipment
The electrolyte in a lead - acid storage battery consists
of distilled water and _______________.

a.Electrochloric acid
b.Sulfuric acid
c.Hydrochloric acid
d.Muriatic acid
A fuse will blow when the current flow_____________.

a.Exceeds the rated value

b.Remove from the equipment
c.Cause the fuse to overheat
d.Increase suddenly
Etched or burned marks on the brushes contact surfaces
could be caused by__________.

a.Wrong alignment of brushes

b.High rotation of rotor
c.High rotation of rotor
d.Brushes improperly positioned
In order to comply with the class regulation, the main
switchboard onboard modern ships shall
have_______________.
a.No sharp objects exposed
b.No live parts exposed
c.Protection covers
d.All of these choices
Most of the switchboards main bare parts are insulated
with______________.

a.Synthetic resin
b.Plastic film
c.Rubber paint
d.None of the above
The purpose of a main switchboard reverse power trip is
to ___________.

a.Prevent main circuit overload

b.Prevent circuit breaker coil from being damage
c.Prevent alternator motorization
d.Prevent blackout
The purpose of the reverse power relay is to trip the
circuit in case of _________.

a.Main circuit overload

b.Circuit breaker coil from blowout
c.Alternator motorization
d.Blackout
A generator is prevented from being motorizes by the use
of a/an________________.

a.Over speed trip

b.Reverse power relay
c.Back pressure trip
d.Over current trip
A bus disconnect link is used to
isolate________________.

a.One bus from another

b.The generator circuit from the bus
c.Other circuits from main switchboards
d.Defective alternator
A switchboard for an AC electrical system requires the
use of which device?

a.Frequency meter
b.Ohmmeter
c.Induction voltage regulator
d.Current transformer governor
The grounded neutral conductor of a three – wire feeder,
in dual voltage 220/110 volt DC switchboard should
be _______________.
a.Left unprotected for excess current
b.Protect with a 115 amp link fuse
c.Protect with a 220 amp link fuse
d.None of these choices
The part of the new electrical system that controls the
power distribution to the branch circuit is
called________________.
a.Bridge control panel
b.Main switchboard
c.440/220v feeder panel
d.Starter panel
Equipment with temporarily wiring arrangements in
cabins, engine rooms and other locations onboard is
called________________.
a.Unauthorized electrical equipment
b.Personal electrical equipment
c.Ship’s property
d.None of these choices
All switchboards and distribution system must be
examined in accordance with _________.

a.Company’s preventive maintenance system

b.Maker’s recommendation
c.Chief engineer’s order
d.All of these choices
Periodical insulation test shall be carried out within the
intervals specified in _______.

a.Chief engineer order book

b.Manufacturer’s instruction book
c.Ship’s record book
d.Preventive maintenance system
When passing through restricted waters, such as
Panama Canal, Suez Canal or rivers, or in condition of
heavy weather it is prudent to use ____________.
a.Two generators in parallel
b.Three engine watch keepers
c.Slow down the engine
d.The pilot services
To ensure that it is ready in case of emergency and for
the efficient operation of the emergency generator the
engine shall be started once every ______________.
a.Week
b.Month
c.Semi-annually
d.Two weeks
The on – load of emergency generator / alternator must
be carried out must be carried out at least
every _________.
a.Week
b.Month
c.Semi-annually
d.Two weeks
All tests done on shipboard emergency components
should be entered into the___.

a.Engine log book

b.Bell book
c.Electrician’s record book
d.Chief engineer’s record book
To ensure that the emergency generator is always ready
for immediately use, its associated component below
shall be kept fully charge at all times.
a.Main starting air bottle
b.Emergency starting air bottle
c.Emergency hydraulic tank
d.Auxiliary starting air bottle
For maintenance of non-sealed batteries, below
statements are TRUE except ____________.

a.Only the correct electrolytes are to be used

b.Cells are regularly inspected and topped up as
necessary
c.Use only pure distilled water for topping up
d.It should be placed in a tightly closed compartment
For “maintenance – free” batteries, which one statement
below is NOT TRUE?

a.Only correct electrolytes are to be used

b.Cells are regularly inspected and topped up as
necessary
c.Use only tap water
d.Use only sulfuric acid
To protect the radiators of emergency generator
sets located external to the main machinery space
from very cold weather it must be filled
with__________.
a.Alcohol
b.Distilled water
c.Anti – freeze solution
d.Anti – boil solution
All electrical equipment in potentially hazardous
atmosphere must be certified as _________.

a.Intrinsically safe equipment

b.Fool proof equipment
c.Tamper proof equipment
d.Long lasting equipment
Before insulation testing is to be done on equipment in
hazardous location, the area concerned must be certified
as__________.
a.Gas free
b.Well - ventilated
c.Ready for use
d.Ready for entry
Which of the following is NOT considered
part of shipboard safety equipment?
a.Emergency alarm system
b.Fire detection system
c.Gas detection system
d.Engineer call system
The cold storage room for meat shall be maintained at
_______________.

a.– 18oC or better

b.– 12 or better
c.– 8oC or better
d.– 4oC or better
The vegetable room temperature shall be maintained as
near to as:

a.– 2oC
b.0oC
c.+2oC
d.+5oC
When using electric arc equipment, whenever it is
necessary for additional leads to extend the range of
operation only correct grade of cable shall be fitted with
approved_________.
a.Weather proof connectors
b.Fully insulated leads
c.Cables wires
d.None of these choices
During welding and similar operation, the welder must
wear protective clothing such as, but not limited
to ___________.
a.Welding apron
b.Safety shoes
c.Safety helmet
d.All of these choices
Goggles and welding masks are worn to protect the
welder from ___________.

a.Sun rays
b.Sparks
c.Heat
d.Strong wind
On Ships designated for UMS operation, the engineer on
watch must be satisfied that this/ these equipment is / are
in good working order before leaving the engine room.
a.Automatic controls
b.Alarm system
c.Fire detection system
d.All of these choices
The fire detection system covering any space shall be
kept activated except _____.

a.Authorized hot work is taking place

b.Testing the system
c.Cooking is going on
d.It is necessary to isolate the system
Before shutting down the fire detection system, who shall
give prior approval?

a.Officer on watch
b.Engineer on watch
c.Chief engineer
d.Master
Who is the person responsible for the safe, efficient
operation and maintenance of the vessel’s electrical
system including but not restricted to ____________.
a.Chief engineer
b.Designated electrical officer
c.Engineer on duty
d.Master
As per USCG 33 CFR 164.35, the vessel is not permitted
to be operated in US waters unless it has onboard and in
properly operating condition _______________.
a.Two radars
b.Evaporating plant
c.Sewage plant
d.Oil bilge separator
Electric shock is often accompanied by falling, which may
cause additional physical injury and
required__________.
a.Hospitalization
b.First aid action
c.Emergency treatment
d.All of these choices
Which of the following statements is correct when you
are in contact with a live wire having a 1 ma current?

a.Usually harmless but will produce a slight tingling

sensation or involuntary movement
b.Result in loss of muscle control. This can result in
an ability to let go of the energy source, thus
increasing the degree of injury
c.Enough to result in death
d.Can cause internal organ damage and internal
burns. Cardiac arrest and respiratory failure may
occur.
Which of the following statements is correct when you get
in contact with a live wire having a 5 – 10 ma current?

a.Usually harmless but will produce a slightly tingling

sensation or involuntary movement
b.Result in loss of muscle control. This can result in
an ability to let go of the energy source, thus
increasing the degree of injury
c.Enough current to result in death
d.Can cause internal organ damage and internal
burns. Cardiac arrest and respiratory failure may
occur.
Which of the following statements is correct when you get
in contact with a live wire having a 75 – 300 ma current?

a.Usually harmless but will produce a slightly tingling

sensation or involuntary movement
b.Result in loss of muscle control. This can result in
an ability to let go of the energy source, thus
increasing the degree of injury
c.Enough current to result in death
d.Can cause internal organ damage and internal
burns. Cardiac arrest and respiratory failure may
occur.
Which of the following statements is correct when you
get in contact with a live wire having 2 amp and above
current?
a.Usually harmless but will produce a slightly tingling
sensation or involuntary movement
b.Result in loss of muscle control. This can result in
an ability to let go of the energy source, thus
increasing the degree of injury
c.Enough current to result in death
d.Can cause internal organ damage and internal
burns. Cardiac arrest and respiratory failure may
occur.
Which of the following is recommended for the rescue
and care of shock victim?

a.Remove the victim from contact at once

b.De – energize the affected circuit and use only non –
conductor object to drag or push the victim to safety
c.Touch a shock victim who is still in contact with
energized circuit
d.All of these choices
One of the easiest ways to create a static charge
is ______________.

a.By friction
b.By lighting
c.By applying heat
d.By applying electricity
If transformer are being worked on or inspected, which of
the following rules shall apply?

a.Remove the transformer from all power source in the

primary and secondary circuit
b.Removed all the fuses from the power source
c.Trip the circuit breaker and take action to prevent
their accidental resetting
d.All of these choices
A breakable mercury filled thermometer should not be
used in a lead acid battery to measure the electrolyte
temperature as an accidental breakup can cause ____.
a.Severe sparkling and explosion
b.Rapid oxidation of the battery plate
c.Violent gassing at the positive plates
d.Corrosion in the battery terminals
Flame scanner as used with boiler combustion control
system to monitor flame quality and to:

a.Shut off the fuel supply of flame is detected

b.Occur fuel service pimp in the event of floor fire
c.Serviced the forced draft fan in the event of flame
failure
d.Regulate the fuel air ration for more efficient
combustion