Design and Technology British Marine End-Point Assessment Topics & Revision

The British Marine End-Point Assessment Design and Technology specification covers 2 topics. Use MasteryMind to revise every topic with learning objectives, exam tips, and practice questions aligned to your exact specification.

Topics Covered

• BM Level 3 Marine Engineer End Point Assessment
• BM Level 3 Marine Electrician

Exam Tips for British Marine End-Point Assessment Design and Technology

• Use real‑world scenarios from your workplace to contextualise answers and demonstrate applied knowledge.
• Allocate time proportionally to the marks available and structure answers using the point‑evidence‑explain model.
• Review key legislation, class rules, and company procedures as these are frequently assessed.
• For practical observations, verbalise your actions and reasoning to help the assessor understand your thought process.
• When undertaking the practical assessment, always carry out a full risk assessment before starting any task
• Ensure you are familiar with the relevant British Marine codes of practice and can reference them during the interview

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Confusing terminology between similar marine systems (e.g., propulsion versus auxiliary machinery).
• Neglecting to follow lock‑off and isolation procedures before commencing work on electrical or mechanical systems.
• Over‑reliance on trial‑and‑error fault finding instead of structured diagnostic methods.
• Failing to reference technical publications or update records after completing a task.
• Misunderstanding the difference between AC and DC systems on a vessel

Key Terms

Marine propulsion systems

Electrical and electronic systems

Health and safety legislation

Quality assurance and compliance

Fault diagnosis and rectification

Professional communication

Marine electrical safety and regulations

DC and AC circuit principles

Installation of marine cabling and accessories

Inspection, testing and commissioning