PCMS

New resources added to the Pacific Centre for Maritime Studies collection.
Power Electronics: Converters, Applications, and Design
Authors: Ned Mohan, Tore M. Undeland, William P. Robbins Description: This revised edition includes an expanded discussion of diode rectifiers and thyristor converters as well as new chapters on heat sinks, magnetic components which present a step...Read More
Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge
Author: Dennis T. Hall Description: Explanation of the ship's electrical system, including the generation plant, switchboards and distribution network. Provides correct operation, safety, testing, UMS requirements and standards for Class Surveys. ...Read More
Digital Electronics
Authors: Roger L. Tokheim, Patrick E. Hoppe Description: is an easy-to-read introductory text for students new to the field of digital electronics. Providing entry-level knowledge and skills for a wide range of occupations is the goal of this text...Read More
ISGOTT: International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals
Edition: 6th Description: Effective management of health, safety, and environmental protection is critical to the tanker industry. This Sixth Edition of ISGOTT has been revised and updated by industry experts to provide essential guidance on curre...Read More
Ships and Naval Architecture
Author: R. Munro-Smith Description: This book covers the challenges of the marine environment and the stresses it places on a ship, its equipment and its personnel. Location- Maritime [2 copies] OPAC Link: Click Here...Read More
Lamb’s Questions and Answers on Marine Diesel Engines
Author: Stanley G Christensen Description: Lamb's Questions and Answers on the Marine Diesel Engine is a comprehensive reference book for Marine Engineers and all seeking a working knowledge of the marine diesel engine. Location- Maritime [1 co...Read More
Merchant Ship Construction
Author: D. A. Taylor Description: The techniques of ship construction have advanced steadily over the years. This book meets the needs of those connected with ships, whether practicing engineers or students. Location- Maritime [1 copy] OPAC ...Read More
Marine Electrical Equipment and Practice
Author: H.D. McGeorge Edition: 2nd Description: Caters for marine engineer candidates for Department of Transport Certification as Marine Engineer Class One and Class Two. It covers the various items of ships' electrical equipment and explains...Read More
Practical Navigation for Officers of the Watch
Author: A Frost Description: The main subject matter covered relates to the use of charts and other Admiralty navigational publications, chart constructions, visual and radar terrestrial navigation, including the use of celestial bodies for the ca...Read More