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 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
Mon 18 Jan
18 January 2027 - 22 January 2027
18 January 2027 - 22 January 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 15 Feb
15 February 2027 - 19 February 2027
15 February 2027 - 19 February 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 22 Mar
22 March 2027 - 26 March 2027
22 March 2027 - 26 March 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 19 Apr
19 April 2027 - 23 April 2027
19 April 2027 - 23 April 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 24 May
24 May 2027 - 28 May 2027
24 May 2027 - 28 May 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 21 Jun
21 June 2027 - 25 June 2027
21 June 2027 - 25 June 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 19 Jul
19 July 2027 - 23 July 2027
19 July 2027 - 23 July 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 23 Aug
23 August 2027 - 27 August 2027
23 August 2027 - 27 August 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 20 Sep
20 September 2027 - 24 September 2027
20 September 2027 - 24 September 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 18 Oct
18 October 2027 - 22 October 2027
18 October 2027 - 22 October 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 22 Nov
22 November 2027 - 26 November 2027
22 November 2027 - 26 November 2027
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 13 Dec
13 December 2027 - 17 December 2027
13 December 2027 - 17 December 2027
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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