RYA Basic Diesel Engine Course

This course will give you an awareness of main marine diesel systems and teach preventative measures to avoid mechanical breakdown at sea. Learn how to make simple diagnosis, repairs and checks required of you as a yacht skipper. For this diesel engine course, you will also spend time on a yacht around the engine compartment and simulate or even complete a full engine service! Course is usually run on a Friday

Duration
Duration

1 Day

Assumed Knowledge
Assumed Knowledge

No previous knowledge

Course Content
Course Content

Learn the engine parts, function and in particular the air intake, water cooling, fuel supply and electrical systems. Learn how an impeller works, how to change an impeller change various filters and to bleed a fuel system. Simple fault finding, repair and winterizing of a sailing yacht engine

Expected Learning Outcome
Expected Learning Outcome

Complete this course and you will have a good idea of the mysteries surrounding diesel engines and how to troubleshoot them and maintain and service an engine. On successful completion you will be given an official RYA certificate signed by your Instructor

Price
Price

From €230

Book Links
Book Links

RYA Diesel Engine Handbook

Flights
Flights

Typical Itinerary

Topics covered
  • Introduction to diesel engines
  • The four stroke cycle
  • Fuel systems
  • Cooling systems
  • Air system
  • Electrical system (engine)
  • Tools and spares required
  • Winterisation and servicing
  • Fault finding
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Courses

A wide range of practical and theory courses offered all year round

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Cruises

Choose from a variety of sail cruises around the Canary Islands

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Charter

From Bareboat to skippered charter, we have an option to suit your needs

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ACCOMMODATION

Recommended accommodation close to our home base marina in Tenerife

Get in Touch

Phone any time on our UK Divert No. (UK call cost): 0044 1252 837648
Phone (USA): 001 855 866-5566
Phone (Spain): 0034 922 141 967

Company Address:
Marina San Miguel
Urbanizacion Amarilla Golf
38639
San Miguel de Abona
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Islas Canarias
Espana

Postal Address:
Apartado de Correos 211
38800
San Sebastián de la Gomera
Islas Canarias
Espana

Office opening hours:
Monday-Thursday 08.30-15.30

Friday-Sunday, Closed

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Canary Sail offers year-round sailing courses, cruising, and yacht charters from their base in South Tenerife, just 15 minutes from TFS Airport. They provide comprehensive RYA training, covering over 100 nautical miles and visiting multiple ports. With experienced instructors and a focus on quality, they attract many returning clients and referrals.

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Looking to hire a yacht, take a sailing course or maybe just relax on a boat in the Canaries?
With over 20 years experience we offer an unrivalled range of RYA Courses.