Asia Pacific Journal of Maritime education

7-15

Authors: Obani A. Chukwuemeka, Sagay O. Priscilla, Udueni O. Eseoghene, Ogolo I. Samuel, Nwakanma I. Kenneth, Beverly T. Caiga

This study is on the analysis of movies depicting seafarers. Movies are instruments of social evaluation and a tool for propaganda. Movies are also a means of not just assessing the mindset of the generality of the public but also of influencing the mindsets of the society. Movies are therefore a vital component of social engineering and change. The three movies that portray the lives of seafarers are “Captain Phillips”, “Poseidon”, and “The Perfect Storm”. The three movies depicted the lives of seafarers from the perspective of character, family, risks and society. From the analysis of the movies, the researchers found out the seafarers suffer a lot of isolation, risks, and emotional stress. They are usually people of integrity and selfless actions and deserve commendation in the eyes of the public.

23-30

Authors: Manasseh Herbert Jeremiah, Jonathan Lucky Boniface, Matthew OlisaKanayo, Mighty Edeth Uwe, Godbless Lyon, Darelle M. Cruz, Beverly T. Caiga

This study aimed to determine the Level of Satisfaction of Marine Engineering Students in using the LIMA Machine Workshop and the problems encountered with regards to service provided by the Machine Workshop. Descriptive type of research was employed in the study. Results show that students are satisfied with using LIMA Marine Engineering Workshop provided by the school administration while the ratio of machine to students does not satisfy the students. The quality of equipment used during workshop affects students' performance. The students' knowledge on the use of equipment in the Machine Workshop is limited in compliance with Section A-III/1 STCW 1978 amended.

37-41

Authors: Mathias Ebiladei Akedeiwei, Mike Gbolomabena Friday, Kelechi Abel Kingsley, Chinedum Kennedy Odunze, Bridget Oyinmiene Seifere, Beverly T. Caiga

This study primarily aimed to investigate the level of agreement of Foreign Students in relation to the Language, teachers, culture, and society as well, and evaluate their level of agreement towards the problems encountered during discussion, and to propose action to enhance/improve the service quality of LIMA. The study used the descriptive method and utilized questionnaire as its instrument. Results showed that foreign students strongly agreed with the LIMA language, communication, social interaction and academic life challenge. Results also showed that foreign students encountered some problems regarding the language and social interaction. An action plan was proposed to recognize the areas for further improvement, and address them accordingly, establishing a strong Agreed rate among the students –– a baseline standard of performance and a possible standard of excellence. It is recommended that LIMA has to implement programs and regulations that will promote a more efficient means of offering language that will exercise the efficiency in communication, speaking and class discussions for future foreign students.