Yacht & Small Crafts
Short Course in Surveying Yacht & Small Craft Systems
About Surveying Yacht and Small Craft Systems
This course has been designed to give you an idea of what some of the common faults are with certain systems and how to report these facts.
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 10 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 ‘Surveying Yacht and Small Craft Systems’.
Duration:
6 months
Modules:
1 in total
Cost:
£295
Assessment:
10 Multiple Choice Questions
Enrolment is open throughout the year. If you are ready to enrol, download the application form below.
Surveying Yacht and Small Craft Systems Short Course includes:
Short Course - £295
Ideal for anyone looking to get an introduction to the industry.
Surveying Yacht and Small Craft Systems Curriculum: One Module & Career Skills
This one modular course is aimed at experienced surveyors who wish to learn more about Surveying Yacht and Small Craft Engines and will give a thorough insight into the subject.
Exhaust Systems
- Dry Systems
- Wet Systems
Air Conditioning
- Cooling Circuit
- Heating Circuit
Water Systems
- Different Types of Marine Heads and the Black Water System
- How the Marine Head Works
- Freshwater System
- Grey Water Systems
Fuel Systems
- Fuel Tanks
Bilge Pumps
- Electric Bilge Pumps
- Bilge Pump Switches
- Manual Bilge Pumps
Gas System
- Outline of a Yacht’s Gas System
- Gas Survey Legal Limitations
Electrical Systems
- Outline of a Yacht’s Electrical System
Safety Equipment & Limitations of a Marine Surveyor
- Health and Safety
Hear from our Students
Meet the Course Author
Gary Webster
MIMI AMIMarEST MarEngTech DipMarSur
Gary has been sailing since the age of thirteen and has enjoyed everything from dinghy racing through to powerboats and cruising in the Mediterranean.
He has been in the mechanical and engineering field since 1977 and obtained Eng. Tech. qualification(Engineering Technician) in 1984. He is still actively involved in GRP repairs to yachts and small craft in his spare time and holds an MCA commercially endorsed skipper’s license.
He has been involved with insurance and risk assessments on vessels up to mega-yacht proportions and has carried numerous engineering surveys on behalf of claims adjusters worldwide. Gary has been responsible for producing reports on repair costing, fire and accident investigation and diagnosing and analysing faults for major international maritime companies and manufacturers.
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.