Description
Execute on board repairs of vessel electrical systems. Resolve malfunctions without affecting the course of the journey.
Alternative labels
fix vessel electrical systems
perform repairs of vessel electrical systems
undertake repairs on ship electrical systems
repair electrical systems of ships
fix ship electrical systems
repair ship electrical systems
perform repairs of ship electrical systems
undertake repairs on vessel electrical systems
repair electrical systems of vessels
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Repair vessel electrical systems is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Marine chief engineer: Marine chief engineers are responsible for the entire technical operations of the vessel including engineering, electrical, and mechanical divisions. They are the head of the entire engine department aboard the ship. They have overall responsibility for all technical operations and equipment on-board the ship. Marine chief engineers collaborate on security, survival and health care on board, observe the national and international standards of application.
Optional skill
Repair vessel electrical systems is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Marine mechanic: Marine mechanics are in charge of the engines and mechanical parts of the vessel and replace defective equipment and parts. They communicate with other crew members on the operational level. Marine mechanics maintain and repair the engines and the other machinery of vessels such as boilers, generators and electrical equipment.
Marine electrician: Marine electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in vessels such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries, electrical wiring and alternators. They use diagnostic testing equipment to inspect vessels and find faults. To do repair work, they use hand tools and specialised electrical instruments and machines.
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