Study Guide

Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. Sailor’s Creed “I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.

I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all. ” Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.  By enrolling in this self-study course, you have demonstrated a desire to improve yourself and the Navy. Remember, however, this self-study course is only one part of the total Navy training program. Practical experience, schools, selected reading, and your desire to succeed are also necessary to successfully round out a fully meaningful training program.

In completing this nonresident training course, you will demonstrate a knowledge of the subject matter by correctly answering questions on the following: the construction, design, principles of operation, and basic maintenance of diesel engines, reduction gears, and related auxiliary equipment and support systems; the design, construction, principles of operation, application, and basic maintenance of mechanical components such as pumps, valves, and control devices; the design, principles of operation, nd basic maintenance of marine auxiliary equipment, specifically compressed air systems, distilling plants, evaporators, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, deck machinery, steering gear, and laundry and galley equipment.

This self-study course is organized into subject matter areas, each containing learning objectives to help you determine what you should learn along with text and illustrations to help you understand the information. The subject matter reflects day-to-day requirements and experiences of personnel in the rating or skill area.