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’.

Yacht Broker Diploma

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:

Flexible Study Duration: Enjoy 6 months of online access, allowing you to study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world
Learning format: 100% online, with access to our student learning portal
Assessment: Complete a 10 multiple choice online assessment when you have completed your studies
Certification: Upon successful completion students receive a digital PDF certificate. A printed certificate completion pack is also available upon request
Digital Course badge: Upon successful completion students will receive an exclusive course badge for use on business cards, LinkedIn profiles and website(s)!

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

  • Marine Cargo Insurance
  • What is Cargo Surveying
  • Surveying Tools
  • Pre-Survey Requirements
  • Duties of a cargo Surveyor
  • What a Surveyor needs to do on a Survey
  • Documents required
  • Terms of sale of goods and their transport insurance
  • Mode of Transportation
  • Forms of conveyance of goods
  • Types of packaging
  • Types of cargo
  • Resolution of claims
  • Determinations as to how or where loss occurred
  • Report writing
  • Hague-visby rules
  • Role of a claims or loss adjuster
  • Health & safety Issues

 

Who is this Course Suitable For?

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.

Hear from our Students

I'm glad I came across MTA for my course of study in Marine Accident Investigation

They offer flexible schedules, perfect for a working student like myself. And they deliver good quality lessons and learning guides for great success.

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Master, Short Course in an Introduction to the ISM Code

I thoroughly enjoyed the course

I undertook the course while working in a fast-paced environment. Six-months were enough to not just to read to pass the assessment, but majorly to understand the aspects of the topics covered.

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The course fulfilled my expectations

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Senior Operations Manager, Short Course in Cargo Surveying

I thought it was going to be too much to handle

But I managed to get all the best out of this course, and it got me looking forward to other courses or certifications.

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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.