RYA Diesel Engine Course
- Experianced instructors.
- Our instructors ensure a fun and safe learning environment. We try to make your time with us as practical, constructive and enjoyable as possible.
This essential one-day course teaches the principles of diesel engine operation such as systems and parts, fault finding and rectification of common problems and routine maintenance.
Mechanical failure is the main cause of lifeboat callouts to marine vessels. After completing this course you will have enough knowledge about engine care and maintenance to prevent most cases of engine failure.
RYA Diesel Engine Price
150€
Price is per person
RYA Diesel Engine Course Syllabus
Introduction
- This course teaches you how an engine works, basic checks and maintenance procedures and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.
The four-stroke cycle
- Naturally aspirated engines
- Turbocharging
- Intercooling / aftercooling
The fuel system
- The basic system
- The tank
- The water-separating pre-filter
- Fuel lift pump
- The engine fine filter
- Injection pump
- Injectors
- Bleeding the system
The cooling system
- Seawater cooling
- Freshwater cooling
- Temperature control
- The thermostat
- The seawater impeller pump
The air systems
- The air systems The airway in The airway out
Engine electrical systems
- The basic system
- Battery capacity and care
- Drive belts
- The alternator
Spares and tool requirements
- Basic spares and tools
Importance of winterisation and servicing
- Engine lubrication
- Transmission lubrication
- Winterisation and servicing
- Service schedule
Fault finding
RYA Diesel Engine Course Info
Required experience
No prior experience is required.
Content
The four stroke cycle, fuel, cooling and air systems, engine electrical systems, spares and tool requirements, winterisation and servicing
Certificate issuing criteria
Aware of the main systems of a marine diesel engine. Able to prevent breakdown at sea and rectify defects not requiring workshop support
Format
Classroom
Minimum duration
1 day
Minimum Age
None
