Gain hands-on engine room confidence and official MCA engineering qualifications with Palma Sea School. Taught by veteran marine engineers at our central Paseo Marítimo training centre in Palma de Mallorca, our practical courses equip crew, skippers, and aspiring yacht engineers with essential maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
Build your marine engineering qualifications step-by-step; from basic engine maintenance to official MCA certification!
1.200 €Go from zero experience to engine-room competent in just 5 days
The MCA AEC1 is the essential entry-level qualification for the superyacht industry. Whether you are a Deckhand looking to increase your employability with a “Deck/Engineer” role, a Skipper wanting to troubleshoot your own vessel, or a complete beginner aiming for a life at sea, this course is your starting line.
At Palma Sea School, we strip away the intimidation of marine mechanics. Taught by industry-veteran engineers, our course focuses on demystifying the diesel engine. You won’t just sit in a classroom; you will get hands-on with real components, learning how to identify faults, fix common issues, and keep a vessel running smoothly.
1.200 €Complete your engineering foundation and unlock the full MCA AEC qualification
The MCA AEC2 is designed to take the knowledge you gained in AEC1 and apply it to the complex “hotel” and auxiliary systems found on modern superyachts. While AEC1 focuses on the engine itself, AEC2 dives deep into the critical systems that keep guests happy and the vessel operational – from refrigeration and air conditioning to hydraulics and electrical distribution.
At Palma Sea School, we believe the best way to learn these systems is to get your hands on them. Delivered by expert marine engineers with decades of sea time, this 5-day course bridges the gap between basic maintenance and real-world engineering management.
250 €The RYA Diesel Engine Course is a 1-day beginners’ course, designed to help you prevent & solve marine diesel engine failure. Mechanical failure is the main cause of rescue call-outs, and a basic knowledge of maintenance & engine care will help ensure that you are not part of this statistic.
Must have completed MCA approved AEC 1 course or equivalent* or possess a suitable exemption as per MCA MIN 524.
*Where one can clearly demonstrate that previous qualifications and experience held cover the contents of the AEC 1 syllabus. This will be evaluated on a case-by-case review when an application for exemption is received.