Marine Diesel Engines

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Last updated on March 5, 2026 9:37 pm

Learn about the operational cycle of diesel engines and classifications of two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Also, learn about diesel engine terminologies.

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The free online course on marine diesel engines teaches you about the constructional principles of diesel engines and the theoretical cycles of the engines. You will learn about the operation and maintenance of the auxiliary engine, as well as the features of two-stroke and four-stroke diesel engines. You will also be able to explain the principles of camless engines. Start this course today to improve your understanding of marine diesel engine.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Define the basic terminologies of a …
  • Explain the two strokes and four-str…
  • Outline the Power efficiency calcula…
  • Describe diesel engine constructiona…
  • Define the basic terminologies of a marine diesel engine
  • Explain the two strokes and four-stroke engine cycle and timing diagram
  • Outline the Power efficiency calculation of marine diesel engines
  • Describe diesel engine constructional features
  • Identify important components of the engine
  • Describe various types of large and small engines and operation of an auxiliary diesel
  • Describe machinery performance monitoring system
  • Describe the lube oil, fuel, and other important systems for diesel engines
  • Explain some of the operational hazards and precautions while the engine running
  • Describe the maintenance plan and process employed for a marine diesel engine
  • Fundamental Principles of Diesel Engines

    In this module, you will be introduced to the fundamental principles of diesel engines, as well as the types and theoretical cycles of diesel engines. You will also be introduced to the important diesel engine terminologies, as well as the timing diagram and power efficiency process in marine diesel engines.

    Main Diesel Engines

    In this module, you will be introduced to the constructional features of two-stroke and four-stroke diesel engines used onboard ships. You will also be introduced to cylinder cover and mountings as well as the construction of cylinder cover and mountings of a two-stroke diesel engine.

    Diploma in Marine Diesel Engines – First Assessment

    You need to score 80% or more to pass.; Module

    Camshaft and Four-Stroke Engine

    In this module, you will be introduced to the basic principles of camshaft engines as well as the camless design of B&W and Sulzer’s main diesel engines. You will also be introduced to the use of the four-stroke engine in the marine industry as well as the construction features in a four-stroke engine.

    MAN Vee-Type Trunk Piston and Auxiliary Engines

    In this module, you will be introduced to the MAN Vee-type trunk piston and auxiliary Engines. You will also be introduced to lubrication of the trunk type engines as well as the constructional features, advantages, types, as well as the operation of auxiliary engines.

    Diploma in Marine Diesel Engines – Second Assessment

    You need to score 80% or more to pass.; Module

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