Falmouth Marine School
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Maritime & Coastguard Agency Approved Engines Course (MCAAEC) Part 1
LOCATION & START DATE
Falmouth Marine School - 12 February 2025
Falmouth Marine School - 2 April 2025
Falmouth Marine School - 21 May 2025
Falmouth Marine School - 12 February 2025
Falmouth Marine School - 2 April 2025
Falmouth Marine School - 21 May 2025
DURATION
5-day intensive course Wed. to Sun.
5-day intensive course Wed. to Sun.
ATTENDANCE
Full-time
Full-time
Course information
The objective of the AEC 1 course is to provide students with the basic theoretical knowledge and some practical hands on experience of diesel engines and systems to enable them to meet the requirements of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Codes of Practice for the Safety of Large Commercial Sailing & Motor Vessels, the Safety of Small Commercial Motor Vessels and the Safety of Small Workboats & Pilot Boats.
We are an approved delivery site for the Marine and Coastguard Agency.
AEC 1. You will gain knowledge of Compression Ignition Engines, the cycle of operation and constructional details, the fuel system, the role of air in the combustion process, the cooling system, the lubrication system, engine electrical systems, power transmission, hull fittings, marine pollution, code of safe working practices, fire fighting equipment and LPG installations. Faultfinding, and rectification will be covered within each part of the syllabus.
Candidates must be aged 18 or over.
Successful achievement will be gained through satisfactory attendance for all of the learning outcomes, the completion of short assessments which may take the form of either a written, practical or VR assessment task for each of the learning outcomes and by the demonstration of practical ability within the workshop sessions. Certification will be awarded on completion of this programme of study.
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| Course type | Adult |
| Tuition Fees: £750.00
If you are aged 19+, the cost of the course will depend on your circumstances. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support Section. Financial support for ages 19+ |
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Course Code 13274-FMS-24, 13275-FMS-24, 13276-FMS-24
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Maritime & Coastguard Agency Approved Engines Course (MCAAEC) Part 1
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