Course Duration - 1 day

A course to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure. The course will give awareness of the main systems of a marine diesel engine and the ability to prevent breakdown at sea & rectify defects not requiring workshop support. Mechanical failure is the main cause of lifeboat callouts to yachts. This course includes basic maintenance and engine care which will prevent most cases of engine failure.

 

Previous Knowledge required - None

Minimum age 14 

 

Instructor : Student ratio - 1 : 6

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Course content

The four stroke cycle

Fuel

Cooling and air systems

Engine electrical systems

Spares and tool requirements

Winterisation 

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Ability after the course

Aware of the main systems of a marine diesel engine.  Able to prevent breakdown at sea and rectify defects not requiring workshop support

 

Course cost

£100.00 includes course pack, equipment and refreshments

Deposit required at booking - 25% of course cost

Available course dates are on the Plan B Sea School tab

The course requires a minimum of 3 candidates to run.  

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