Course and qualification

RYA Diesel Engine Course

RYA schemes:RYAShorebased
Age:No RYA minimum age
Level:BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Format:Classroom
Setting:Shorebased

About this course

The one-day, RYA Diesel Engine course is perfect for beginners, taking you through ways to prevent and solve diesel engine failure. Most engine problems can be solved by taking simple precautions, and you don’t need a detailed mechanical knowledge. Find out how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by doing basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.

Course fundamentals

Minimum ageNo RYA minimum age
Duration1 day
Course contentThe four stroke cycle; Fuel; Cooling and air systems; Engine electrical systems; Spares and tool requirements; Winterisation; Servicing
Certificate or qualificationThe RYA Diesel Engine Certificate is awarded following successful completion and continual assessment during the course.
Award typeCourse Certificate
Separate assessmentNot required

Prerequisites

Entry requirement

None

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Oceanpro

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