B.6.2.3. Specialized Laboratories / Workshop : (pneumatic lab., Hydraulics lab, strength of materials lab etc. ) Laboratory facilities are necessary to support team projects and special indepth knowledge of the basics of operative equipment. Special facilities may be needed for systems development, machinery support infrastructure, and other advanced technologies. Laboratory training should be given in (a) in house facility of the institute or (b) An Engineering college or polytechnic
B.6.2.4. Afloat training : (onboard ships, ships in campus ) This is a hands on training in real time environment , and must be done in small groups on board a sea going a vessel which is in operation which is currently in port for commercial or repair activities. A ship in campus, with an operational engine from replicating an engine room of a modern sea going general cargo vessel is also a good afloat training facility.