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Diesel Engine Maintenance (Level 2)
£145.00
Due to popular demand, we have created this one-day, hands-on course as a natural follow-up to the one-day RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance (Level 1). The aim of the course is to provide the knowledge, confidence and skills to replace and/or rectify the components of a marine diesel engine. The course is conducted in our onsite training workshop with both static and running engines to work on.
Course Objectives
- Basic Maintenance Skills: Learn essential skills to perform routine maintenance tasks on marine diesel engines.
- Preventative Maintenance: Understand the importance of regular maintenance in preventing mechanical failures at sea.
- Self-Sufficiency: Gain confidence in your ability to address common engine issues without the need for professional assistance.
- Emergency Preparedness: Enhance your preparedness for potential mechanical breakdowns while at sea.
- Increased Reliability: Proper maintenance helps ensure the reliability and longevity of your marine diesel engine.
- Cost Savings: Performing basic maintenance tasks yourself can save on professional repair costs.
- Safety: Reduced risk of mechanical failures while at sea, enhancing overall safety for you and your crew.
- Empowerment: Feeling confident in your ability to maintain and troubleshoot your vessel’s engine.
Course Content
- Students will be dismantling, inspecting, testing, and reassembling the following system:
- Cooling system
- Fuel system
- Air system
- Oil systems (gearbox and engine)
- Electrical system (start motor and alternator)
- Fault finding and rectification
- Throttle and gear cables
What our customers say
Clive was fantastic, and the hands-on practical was excellent. It was a great addition to the Level 1 course.
Leo, Diesel Engine Maintenance Level 2 - May 2026
