RYA diesel engine course
Duration 1 Day
Member Cost: £105
Non Member Cost: £120 (This includes 6 months temporary membership
RYA DIESEL ENGINE COURSE AIMS:
The RNLI tell us that the most common reason for call-outs is machinery failure. Many of these call outs would be avoided if more yachtsmen (sail and power alike) had a better understanding of how the engine works and how to;
- carry out regular checks,
- carry out routine maintenance and
- perform basic, “get you home” maintenance
RYA DIESEL ENGINE COURSE PRE REQUISITES:
None. No previous mechanical ability or knowledge of engines is required. You will be surprised at just how straightforward most of the checks, fault finding and adjustments are.
RYA DIESEL ENGINE COURSE CONTENT:
This course teaches you how your diesel engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how you might get it started again in the event of a breakdown.
Whether you sail a yacht with an auxiliary diesel engine, are a motor cruising enthusiast or operate a workboat, this course can save you money, and one day could save your life.
Course topics include:
- The four stroke cycle
- Fuel system
- Cooling
- Air system
- Engine electrical system
- Spares and tool requirements
- Winterisation
- Servicing
Students have full access to a range of static marine diesel engines and a large selection of tools in the training room.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR RYA DIESEL COURSE:
- Day of shorebased training
- Use of our training engines and tools
- RYA Diesel Course Notes
- RYA Diesel Certificate
- Tea & Coffee
- Free parking
RYA DIESEL ENGINE COURSE EQUIPMENT:
The training room is equipped with some of the most common marine diesel engines you are likely to come across;
Brand |
Horse Power |
Size |
Model |
Typical Usage |
Volvo Penta |
18 HP |
2 cylinder |
MD 2002 |
24-29 foot sailing yachts |
Yanmar |
36 HP |
3 cylinder |
3JH2 |
30-40 foot sailing yachts |
Volvo Penta |
135 HP |
6 cylinder |
TMD- A |
Displacement work boats & motor yachts |
Perkins |
135 HP |
6 cylinder |
Perkins 635 |
Larger workboats & large yachts |
Perkins (pair) |
175 HP each |
6 cylinder |
Perkins 6354 |
Larger workboats & large yachts |
Volvo Penta |
200 HP |
6 cylinder |
TAMD-B |
Larger workboats & planing motor yachts |
Caterpillar |
420 HP |
6 cylinder |
Cat 3126 |
Larger workboats & planing motor yachts |
The training engines are supported by an extensive workshop tool kit.
You will need to bring your lunch, notepad and pen.