OICEW Task 5.1.A

Understand pumps, piping systems and controls

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 17-14 Task 5.1.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Operate fuel, lubrication, ballast and other pumping systems and associated control systems

OICEW-A5.1 Operational characteristics of pumps and piping systems including control systems

Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel of at least 1,000 HP, on a simulator, or in a laboratory,

the candidate describes the operating characteristics of pumps and piping systems including control systems.


All The assessment is required for all OICEW endorsements regardless of any limitations for propulsion mode and/or vessel equipment.

The candidate reads drawings and instructions and describes the operating characteristics of pumps and piping systems including control systems.