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RYA Diesel Engine Certificate

This 1 day course is perfect for boating enthusiasts and yachting professionals to learn more about Basic Maintenance and Engine Care. This is a theory based class that is designed to heighten awareness of the main systems of a marine diesel engine and the ability to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects which do not require workshop support.

Subjects Include:

• The Principles of the Diesel Engine


• The Four stroke cycle


• The Induction Stroke


• The Compression Stroke


• The Power Stroke


• The Exhaust Stroke


• Turbocharging


• Intercooling/Aftercooling


• The Fuel System


• The Basic System


• The Tank


• Fuel pre-filter (water separating 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 Airway In


• The Airway Out


• Engine Electrical Systems


• The Basic System


• Battery Capacity and Care


• Drive Belts


• The Alternator


• Check List


• Basic Spares and Tools


• Importance of Winterization and Servicing