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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
 

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