MCA Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC1)
The MCA Approved Engine Course 1 provides a blend of practical experience and theory development over the five days.
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Dates
Mon 22 Sep
22 September 2025 - 26 September 2025
22 September 2025 - 26 September 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 20 Oct
20 October 2025 - 24 October 2025
20 October 2025 - 24 October 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 17 Nov
17 November 2025 - 21 November 2025
17 November 2025 - 21 November 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 8 Dec
8 December 2025 - 12 December 2025
8 December 2025 - 12 December 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 19 Jan
19 January 2026 - 23 January 2026
19 January 2026 - 23 January 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 16 Feb
16 February 2026 - 20 February 2026
16 February 2026 - 20 February 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 23 Mar
23 March 2026 - 27 March 2026
23 March 2026 - 27 March 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 20 Apr
20 April 2026 - 24 April 2026
20 April 2026 - 24 April 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 18 May
18 May 2026 - 22 May 2026
18 May 2026 - 22 May 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 22 Jun
22 June 2026 - 26 June 2026
22 June 2026 - 26 June 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 20 Jul
20 July 2026 - 24 July 2026
20 July 2026 - 24 July 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 24 Aug
24 August 2026 - 28 August 2026
24 August 2026 - 28 August 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 21 Sep
21 September 2026 - 25 September 2026
21 September 2026 - 25 September 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 19 Oct
19 October 2026 - 23 October 2026
19 October 2026 - 23 October 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 23 Nov
23 November 2026 - 27 November 2026
23 November 2026 - 27 November 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 7 Dec
7 December 2026 - 11 December 2026
7 December 2026 - 11 December 2026
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Description
The MCA Approved Engine Course 1 is set up to offer prospective delegates with basic practical training and theory development that satisfies the requirements of the DFT Codes of Practice for the safety of small commercial, motor and sailing vessels. There are 30 hours' worth of learning over the five-day course, including dismantling marine engines and auxiliaries to obtain component exposure and create a full appreciation and understanding of the working principles. This will include basic maintenance, legislation, safety, good practice, housekeeping and reduction of fire hazards. The aim is to provide familiarisation, confidence and ability to diagnose and repair defects in operational machinery.
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Compression ignition engine
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Fuel system
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Air systems
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Cooling systems
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Lubrication systems
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Electrical systems
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Power transmission
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Hull fittings
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General Engineering
Prerequisites
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Must be over 18 years
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Photographic ID (A Government issued, photographic proof of identity on the day of the course and this should take the form of either a valid Passport or a driving license or a valid discharge book).
- If you are unsure of which prerequisites you may need for a course, please go to https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/maritime-and-coastguard-agency to check.
Certification
Successful candidates will be awarded with the MCA Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC1) certificate, after a short exam.
Special Requirements
Writing material and overalls.
Price
£950 excl. VAT
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