Sails & Rigs
Short Course in Sails & Rigs
About Sails & Rigs
This course delves deeper into the subject and provides in depth knowledge, focusing more on the construction process, servicing and surveying techniques which require additional knowledge and an upgrade in skills.
The online course consists of 1 module that must be completed within 6 months. The module consists of text, charts and pictures to help with your learning. Following completion of the course content, there are 20 multiple choice questions which must be passed with a score of 70% or above.
On successful completion of the module you will be rewarded with a Certificate in ‘Sails and Rigs’.
Duration:
6 months
Modules:
1 in total
Cost:
£295
Assessment:
20 Multiple Choice Questions
Enrolment is open throughout the year. If you are ready to enrol, download the application form below.
Sails & Rigs Short Course includes:
Short Course - £295
Ideal for anyone looking to get an introduction to the industry.
Sails & Rigs Curriculum: One Module & Career Skills
The course is designed for marine professionals with at least a basic understanding of the design and construction of modern rigs and sails, servicing techniques and areas of concern. Perfect for riggers, sailmakers, racing and sailing crew, as well as marine surveyors.
Sails
- Materials
- Dacron
- Spectra
- Moulded Sails
- 3DL
- 3Di®
- PBO
- Cuben Fibre
- Spectra/Kevlar
- Sail Inspection
- Head Sails (Genoa, Jib, Stays’l)
- Mainsails Lashings
- Spinnakers, Gennakers, Cruising Chutes, Chicken Chutes
- Storm Sails
Masts
- Aluminium Masts
- Carbon Fibre Masts
- Wooden Masts
Rigs
- Composite Standing Rigging
- Stainless Steel, Brass and Galvanised Rig Fittings
- Wire Standing Rigging
- Rod Standing Rigging
- Aluminium and Titanium Mast Fittings
Hear from our Students
Meet the Course Author
Liam Dowling
Liam started his career on Maxi yachts and sailing superyachts in 1993 and specialised as a rigger in the crew onboard. Since then he has worked both as a specialist rigger ashore and as a superyacht captain and crew worldwide. More recently Liam has been a project manager in charge of refit programs and a marine surveyor.
Why Choose The Maritime Training Academy?
Flexible
Online learning allows you to study in your own time, at your own pace from anywhere in the world. This saves on travel and classroom costs and allows you to fit your studies around your job and progress your career.
Supportive
While the nature of distance learning is independent study, we recognise the importance of support. Students can contact us at any time during their course for assistance and our team of industry experts are always on hand for advice.
Expertise
We have over 50 industry experts writing, developing and advising on our course material. We truly believe that allowing students to tap into their expertise and knowledge is of the utmost importance to fulfil your dream career.
If you would prefer to complete this as a classroom-based course, please contact us.