RYA Diesel Engine Course

The RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance course provides basic engine knowledge to prevent and solve diesel engine failure. This classroom-based course covers hands on experience with a diesel engine to learn how an engine works, the procedures for performing basic checks and maintenance and how to restart in the event of a breakdown. Diesel Engine certification is recommended for motor Yachtmaster candidate.

Pre-course requirements

Age: no restrictions

No pre-course experience or assumed knowledge

Recommended reading

RYA Diesel Engine Handbook by Andrew Simpson

Course Details

Duration: one day

Start/finish time: 09.00 to 17.00

Location: Classroom at Calle de Sant Magi 74, Santa Catalina, Palma de Mallorca

Course syllabus

The principles of diesel engine operation

The systems and parts of the engine

Fault finding

Rectification of common problems

Bleeding the fuel system

Changing the impeller

Routine maintenance

Winter lay up procedures

Cost: €199

Including course book, certificate and refreshments

Deposit: €100 (secures place but can be changed to another date)

Certification

The RYA Diesel Engine Certificate is awarded on completion of the course