This e-learning course is intended for marine engine & deck officers involved in the operations and management of bilge water treatment system onboard ships. It deals with regulations, system components, and operational methods for the proper handling, treatment, and disposal of bilge water & waste oil with emphasis on compliance with regulatory requirements.

COURSE AIMS & OBJECTIVES:
After successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the various sources of bilge water
• Explain MARPOL Annex I, which contains specific regulations for engine-room oily bilge water
• Explain the concept and functions of Integrated Bilge Water Treatment Systems (IBTS)
• Determine the various causes and consequences of non-compliances to regulations
• Enumerate the operational process flow of bilge water system covering storage, treatment, and discharge of bilge water and separated oil
• Determine the various methods of bilge water treatment
• Describe and explain the operating principles of Oil Water Separators (OWS)
• Describe and explain the establishment of shore reception facilities for the prevention of pollution from ships

COVERAGE / PROGRAM FOCUS:
The course deals with the following subject areas:

1.  Introduction to Bilge Water Management
2. Bilge Water Treatment and Disposal
3. Regulatory Requirements and Compliance

1. •Bilge Water Management