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 20 Jan
20 January 2025 - 24 January 2025
20 January 2025 - 24 January 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 17 Feb
17 February 2025 - 21 February 2025
17 February 2025 - 21 February 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 17 Mar
17 March 2025 - 21 March 2025
17 March 2025 - 21 March 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Paisley
Mon 21 Apr
21 April 2025 - 25 April 2025
21 April 2025 - 25 April 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 19 May
19 May 2025 - 23 May 2025
19 May 2025 - 23 May 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 23 Jun
23 June 2025 - 27 June 2025
23 June 2025 - 27 June 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 21 Jul
21 July 2025 - 25 July 2025
21 July 2025 - 25 July 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
Mon 18 Aug
18 August 2025 - 22 August 2025
18 August 2025 - 22 August 2025
5 days, 08:30 AM BST - 05:00 PM BST
Paisley
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
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
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.
-
Compression ignition engine
-
Fuel system
-
Air systems
-
Cooling systems
-
Lubrication systems
-
Electrical systems
-
Power transmission
-
Hull fittings
-
General Engineering
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.
-
Compression ignition engine
-
Fuel system
-
Air systems
-
Cooling systems
-
Lubrication systems
-
Electrical systems
-
Power transmission
-
Hull fittings
-
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.
Prerequisites
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Must be over 18 years
-
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.
Prerequisites
-
Must be over 18 years
-
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.
Certification
Successful candidates will be awarded with the MCA Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC1) certificate, after a short exam.
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.
Special Requirements
Writing material and overalls.
Special Requirements
Writing material and overalls.
Price
£950 excl. VAT
Price
£950 excl. VAT
Price
£950 excl. VAT
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