RYA Diesel Engine

Maintenance

The aim of the course is to give an awareness of the main systems of a marine diesel engine and the ability to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects which do not require workshop support.

Pre-course requirements: None

Duration: 1 day starting at 8am.

Venue: Classroom at Royal Cape Yacht Club, Cape Town

Course Content includes:

Introduction
The Four-stroke Cycle
The Fuel System
The Cooling System
The Air Systems
Engine Electrical Systems
Spares and Tool Requirements
The Importance of Winterisation and Servicing
Fault Finding

Course Fees Includes:

Diesel course practical work book
Course completion certificate
Writing book and pen

Course Fees Excludes:

Accommodation and meals for shore-based courses, time off and any time in Cape Town apart from when on board for a practical course.
R100 (deposit) required for temporary membership. Royal Cape Yacht Club will issue you with a temporary access card for your time with us and ask for a deposit of R100. This will be returned to you once the card is returned to Royal Cape Yacht Club on your last day.