Core Modules
The Marine Environment & the Marine Surveyor
Module One
The Marine Surveyor's Customer Base
- The Structure of the Surveying Industry
- Safety
- Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor, Customer Relations
& Courtesy
- Quality & Audits
- Port State Control - The Role of Flag & Port Legislation in
the Yacht Industry
- Risk Management & Formal Safety Assessment (FSA)
Marine Surveying - Its role and its management
- Surveys and Survey Organisations
- Management & Organisational Functions
- The Professional Surveyor
- Investigations & Consultancy
Survey Practice for the Marine Surveyor
Module Two
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
A Guide to Writing & Reporting for Surveyors
Module Three
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
Legal & Insurance Matters
Module Four
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Mechanics, Materials and Structures
Module Five
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Module Six
Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor
- What is Health and Safety?
- Duties and Obligations to Oneself and Others
- Safe Working Practice and the Safe Working Platform
- The Law of Health and Safety
- Legal Duties and Responsibilities
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- The Effective Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Practical Application to the Workplace
Business Management for the Marine Surveyor
Module Seven
- Preparing a Business Plan
- Marketing Strategy
- Selling Your Services
- Customer Services and Dealing with Complaints
- Finance & Accounting
Specialist Modules
GRP/FRP Vessels
Module A
Author - Mr Ian Biles
A detailed review of resin chemistry, reinforcement, building
techniques,
problems with the structure, osmosis, damage and repairs.
Does not
include yacht systems.
Wood vessels
Module B
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
An in depth review of timber, how it is selected, different types,
cutting
and drying, rot and preservation, how it is used in building,
different
types of construction, performance in service, surveying,
damage and repairs.
Steel Vessels
Module C
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
A detailed review of steel and how it is made, chemistry of
different steels,
corrosion of steel and protection, welding, yacht
building in steel, surveying,
ndt inspection (ultrasonics), damage and
repairs.
Aluminium & Ferro Craft
Module D
Author - Capt Ian Wilkins
An in depth review of aluminium and how it is made, chemistry of
different
types of aluminium, corrosion of aluminium and protection,
welding, yacht
building in aluminium, surveying, NDT inspection
(ultrasonics) damage and repairs.
The Recreational Craft Directive
Module E
Author - Mr Tim Rowe
Background to the directive, review of requirements, application
to the building
process, documentation.
UK Code Compliance Surveys
Module F
Author - Mr Ross Hunter
Background to the development of the different codes, overview of
each code,
code compliance surveys, certifying authorities.
ABYC and US Requirements
Module G
Author - Mr Gene Sipe
American Boat and Yacht Council building standards, USCG standards
that apply
to yachts and small craft, surveying to US standards.
Fundamentals of Yacht & Small Craft Engineering
Module H
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
The examination of yacht machinery from a visual and performance
stand
point. Appreciation of some of the design principles underpinning
good
practice. Preparation for survey.
Engine Surveys
Module I
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
A detailed review of yacht and small craft engines and the
particular problems
that they face to include diesel, petrol engines,
inboard and outboard, types of
drive, propeller, water jet and surface
piercing, auxiliary machinery, generators,
sewage systems, reverse
osmosis plants, heating and air conditioning.
Yacht & Small Craft Systems
Module J
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
A detailed review of water, sewage, gas, electrical and fuel
systems, legal requirements,
differing standards, surveying and repairs.
Rigging and Sails
Module K
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
An in depth review of different rig types, types of mast material
and construction,
types of rigging, particular problems, sail cloth
& manufacture, surveying, damage & repair.
Sea Trials
Module L
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Preparation for and conduct of sea trials for small craft,
collection of data, techniques to use.
Valuations
Module M
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Valuation methodology, sources of data, confidence limits,
depreciation scales,
production boats and specialist craft, use of
brokers.
Naval Architecture & Stability
Module N
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Shape and size definition. Tonnage. The calculation of areas and
volumes.
Moments and Centres. Elementary Stability. Resistance and
Propulsion.
Investigating Maritime Incidents
Module O
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Part 1: Background to Marine Accident Investigation. The Human
Factor
in Investigations. Managing the Investigations. Witness and
Interviews.
Collecting Physical Evidence. Analysis, Tools and
Techniques.
Part 2: Interviewing & Social Skills. Types of Memory.
Questions and
Questioning. The Cognitive Interview.
The Safety Culture & Surveying
Module P
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Yacht Safety Standards - International, National, Professional and
Customary.
Equipment requirements - area definitions, safety equipment,
specific standards,
technical references.
Inland Waterway Vessels
Module Q
Author - Mr Paul Smith
Covering the scope of a typical narrowboat prepurchase survey, the
typical
narrowboat hulls and system installation, testing techniques,
types of defect
that may be found, hull repair methods, applicable
Standards and Regulations
and pointers as to further research,
background reading and training courses.
IIMS Diploma in Marine Industry Surveying
The Core Modules (One-Seven) are compulsory and are to be studied
by all
candidates. In order to sit the examination for the Yacht & Small Craft
Surveying
Diploma, four Specialist Modules (A-M) must be studied.
IIMS Diploma in Marine Engineering Surveying
The Core Modules (One-Seven) are compulsory and are to be studied
by all candidates.
In order to sit the examination for the Yacht & Small Craft
Surveying Diploma, four Specialist
Modules (A-N) must be studied.
Core Modules
Module One
The Marine Environment & the Marine Surveyor
The Marine Surveyor's Customer Base
- The Structure of the Surveying Industry
- Safety
- Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor, Customer Relations
& Courtesy
- Quality & Audits
- Port State Control - The Role of Flag & Port Legislation in
the Yacht Industry
- Risk Management & Formal Safety Assessment (FSA)
Marine Surveying - Its role and its management
- Surveys and Survey Organisations
- Management & Organisational Functions
- The Professional Surveyor
- Investigations & Consultancy
Module Two
Survey Practice for the Marine Surveyor
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
Module Three
A Guide to Writing & Reporting for Surveyors
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
Module Four
Legal & Insurance Matters
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Module Five
Mechanics, Materials and Structures
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Module Six
Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor
- What is Health and Safety?
- Duties and Obligations to Oneself and Others
- Safe Working Practice and the Safe Working Platform
- The Law of Health and Safety
- Legal Duties and Responsibilities
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- The Effective Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Practical Application to the Workplace
Module Seven
Business Management for the Marine Surveyor
- Preparing a Business Plan
- Marketing Strategy
- Selling Your Services
- Customer Services and Dealing with Complaints
- Finance & Accounting
Specialist Modules
Module A
Large Two Stroke Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- Typical Slow speed Engines 5000 KW Upwards
- Sulzer, MAN-B&W etc
- Operational Faults all types engine
- Holding Down Bolts and Engine Beds
- Crankcase Ventilation
- Turbocharger and Air Coolers
- Exhaust Systems and Operational Faults
Module B
Large Four Stroke Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- Operational Faults for all Engines
- Holding Down Bolts and Engine Beds
- Crankcase Ventilation
- Exhaust Systems
- Notes on Fuel Systems
- Controls
- Engineer's log
Module C
High Speed Engines
Author - Mr Kees Kuiken
- High Speed Diesel Engines
- Engine Types
- Turbochargers and Air Coolers
- Electronic Controls
- Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Flexible Coupling
- Gas Turbines
- Gearboxes
Module D
Steam Systems
Author - Mr Peter Broad
- Water Tube Boilers
- Fire Tube (Scotch) Boilers
- Exhaust Boilers and Systems
- Insulation Systems
- Steam Turbines
- Evaporators
- Bunker Fuel Heating (Steam or Oil)
Module E
Piping Systems
- Materials for Pipework
- Velocities in Pipework
- Fire Fighting Systems
- Shipside and System Valves
- Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
- Pumps and Piping Systems
Module F
Auxiliary Machinery
Author - Mr Geoff Waddington
- Windlasses
- Winches
- Bow Thrusters
- Cranes
- Passarelle
- Side Gangway
Module G
Propulsion Systems
- Gearboxes and Shafts
- Thrust and Shaft Bearings
- Bulkhead Shaft Seal
- Stern Tube and Glands
- Propellers and Waterjets
- Voight Schneider drives
Module H
Steering Systems
Author - Mr David House
- Typical Rudder Arrangements
- Activated and Multi Rudders
- Bearing
- Rudder Activation
- Rotary Steering System
- Hydraulic, Chain or Wire
Module I
Electrical Generation and Distribution Systems
Author - Mr Steve Hunt
- Distribution Systems
- Voltage and Frequency
- Cables, Circuit Breakers and Associated Equipment
- Switch Boards and Earth Testing
- Batteries and Chargers
- Diesel Electric Drives
Module J
Electronic Systems (General)
Author - Mr Steve Nicholas
- Principle of Operation of the Electronic Cell
- Typical Electronic Circuits
- Advantages of Electronics
- Typical Control Circuits
- Alarm Systems and Engine Controls
- Lightning Protection Systems
Module K
Navigation and Communication Systems
Author - Mr Ian Atkinson
- Navigation Systems
- Global Positioning Systems
- Communication Systems
- Radar types and Usages, SSB Radio
- Satellite Phones and Faxes
- VHF Radios
- Lightning Protection Systems
Module L
Marine Corrosion and Coatings
Author - Mr Peter Morgan
- Corrosion of Cooling Chambers
- Corrosion in Pipework
- Specialist Pipework Corrosion Suppression Systems
- Ballast Tank Protection
Module M
Dry Docking Checks
Author - Mr David House
- Role of Ship Engineers in Dry Docking
- Supports for Engines and Tanks
- Dry Dock Operations
Module N
Heli Decks & Ancillary Equipment
Author - Lt Dave Simms, RN & Lt Cdr Kev Mathieson,
RN
- Decks
- Equipment
- Training
- Offshore Vessels and Platforms
- Surveying Small Ships' Flight Decks
- Defining Standards
