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(AEC1) Approved Engine Course 1
Timezone
UTC+0
Phone
+34 662 330 493
995 €
What is the AEC1 course and who is it for?
The MCA Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC1) is delivered over 5 days and is the first step for anyone wanting to pursue an engineering career for those with no formal marine engineering qualifications, or for those boat owners or skippers who wish to deepen their engineering skills.
The objective of the AEC1 is to provide students with the basic theoretical knowledge and practical hands on experience of diesel engines and systems to enable them to meet the requirements of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Codes of Practice for: The Safety of Large Commercial Sailing and Motor Vessels, the Safety of Small Commercial Motor Vessels and the Safety of Small Workboats and Pilot Boats.
Status
Event Details
The AEC (Approved Engine Course) is an MCA approved training course run over 5 days. It is of interest to students who want to have a wider appreciation of basic marine diesel mechanics and electrics, with an understanding of the chief engineer’s responsibilities. The AEC is the first step for anyone wanting to pursue an engineering career for those with no formal marine engineering qualifications, or for boat owners or skippers who wish to deepen their engineering skills.
Course content
- Compression Ignition Engine
- Cycle of Operation and Constructional Details
- The Fuel System
- The Role of Air in the Combustion Process
- The Cooling System
- The Lubrication System
- Engine Electrical Systems
- Power Transmission
- Hull Fittings
- Marine Pollution
- Code of Safe Working Practices
- Bottled LPG installations
Pre-course experience / requirements
None
Additional information
| Course Dates: | 26 – 30 November 2021, 02 – 06 December 2021, 10 – 14 January 2022, 17 – 21 January 2022, 28 February – 04 March 2022, 07 – 11 March 2022, 18 – 22 April 2022, 25 -29 April 2022, 06 – 10 June 2022, 08 – 12 August 2022, 26 – 30 September 2022, 03 – 07 October 2022, 21 – 25 November 2022, 28 November – 02 December 2022 |
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Kyle White –
It was good, very friendly crew / staff.
Very helpful
Thank you
Iloy Van Beck Zandstra –
Excellent
William Toner –
Terrific instructor, great course.
Daniel Thompson –
Great course with a great teacher, enjoyed it very much.
Sebastian Barrett –
A great way to understand the basic workings of a Marine diesel engine. Loved learning from an experienced instructor.
Alberto Martin Gampel –
Nice course, enjoyed. High recommend.
Craig Jessip –
Course has great source material being practical & theory. John knows really well what he is talking about & hopefully he can be my instructor for future courses. THANKS