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Auxiliary Equipment and Basic Ship Construction - MCA

This is a 5 day course designed for engineering candidates pursuing their MCA Yacht 4 Engineering Certificate of Competency or for ambitious mariners desiring to improve their knowledge and abilities in the engine department. This course utilizes MPT’s Marine Technical Institute Engineering Laboratories and Machine Shop. This course combines classroom theory, which is led by a Chief Engineering instructor and practical training to prepare candidates for the additional responsibilities needed as part of the certificated engineering staff onboard yachts and other vessels.

Subjects Include:

• steering and stabilizer systems


• pumps - working principles and construction


• valves - types and uses


• generators - construction and use


• gearboxes and clutches


• shafting, seals and bearings


• basic electrical theory and practice


• batteries - maintenance and safety


• basic ship construction technology


• basic knowledge of hull stresses in motor and sailing vessels

Exam:

SQA written exam administered at MPT in a 2 hour format on the last day of the 5 day course.