Crew working as Small Vessel Engineers requiring the necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency to carry out safe and effective operations on board.
Candidates must be 18 years of age. There are no specific requirements needed to join this course. However, you must bring protective clothing and footwear for use in the workshop (no trainers or other similar inappropriate footwear).
The course aims to give the basic training to engineers who want to pursue a career on “Small Vessels” (Fishing Vessels, Yachts, Tugs, Workboats, Standby, Seismic Survey, Oceanographic Research Vessels and Government Patrol Vessels). The necessary training outlines the certification structure, examination and training requirements. It also explains the regulatory requirements regarding the implementation of intended training elements, as may be applicable.
Note: This short course does not attempt to make diesel engineers from the course participants but should enable students to carry out regular servicing and be more aware of possible faults before they develop into major problems.
The course covers all systems likely to be encountered within a marine diesel engine, safe working practices and fault finding.
• Compression Ignition Engine
• Engine Cycles and Constructional Details
• The Fuel System
• The Cooling System
• The Lubrication System
• Engine Electrical Systems
• Power Transmission
• Hull Fittings
• Marine Pollution and Code of Safe Working Practices