Boat Electrics Course
Online boat electrical course including fault finding, repairs and maintenance.
Start now for just £125 or $169
Start now and learn the basics with the MECO Boat & Yacht Electrical course.
No prior marine electrical knowledge is assumed, and beginners are very welcome.
The course comprises of easy-to-follow micro-lectures, each typically 5–10 minutes long, followed by short quizzes to reinforce learning.
Upon completion you retain access to the course so you can keep up with any new technology or standards.
For those who would like formal certification, included in your course is the option for a final 30 minute multiple-choice online knowledge check, leading to the MET 1 Card. This is an industry recognised 'entry-ticket' that enables you to build supervised work experience
Courses are aligned with their relevant standards from ABYC, ISO, IEC, & NMEA
Why Boat Electrical Knowledge Matters
Boat Electrical Failures
A BoatUS analysis found that electrical systems and batteries were responsible for 52% of the boat fires reviewed. Even more minor electrical faults can cause danger and loss of:
- Engine power & starting
- Navigation lights
- Chart plotter / GPS / Radar
- AIS / VHF
- Depth / Log
The MECO Level 1 aims to prevent boat & yacht electrical faults via highly detailed Marine Electrical training targeting both technicians and operators. If faults do happen MET 1 training can help find and fix the problem with basic tools and test gear.
Solid boat electrical knowledge can help you too.
Boat Owners
- Hands-on boat owners and operators
- Boat fleet owners
- Sailing-school and workboat owners
- DIY and boat restoration enthusiasts
Learn to prevent and diagnose basic boat electrical faults, maintain onboard systems and make safer repair decisions, reducing downtime and unnecessary call-out costs.
Understanding your boat's electrical system is crucial if faults occur at sea when calling out an engineer is not an option.
Boat Crew
- Skippers and yacht crew
- Delivery skippers
- Yachtmaster instructors
- Workboat crew
Build your boat electrical knowledge to select appropriate tools and spares, perform pre-departure checks and diagnose basic faults at sea. Stable electrical power ensure essential equipment including navigation lights, GNSS, VHF, AIS and bilge pumps function properly.
Trainee Technicians
- Aspiring boat electrical technicians
- Boat-builders and surveyors
- Boat electrical businesses
- Colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers
Unlike courses that require previous boat electrical experience, MET 1 begins with first principles and progressively applies them to boat electrical systems. Learners may take the included examination to earn MET 1 certification.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
After MET 1, you'll be able to:
✓ Understand a typical 12 V / 24 V boat electrical system
✓ Use electrical test equipment confidently
✓ Diagnose common charging, starting and boat wiring faults
✓ Assess cable sizing and circuit protection
✓ Identify unsafe or non-compliant installations
✓ Inspect batteries, alternators, chargers, busbars and terminations
✓ Approach intermittent electrical faults with your boat systematically
Everything Included In MET 1
- Lifetime course access
- Approx. 12 hours of training
- Full instructor support
- CPD-accredited certification
- Final MET 1 examination included
- No previous boat electrical experience required
- Learn at your own pace
- 30-day refund option
- Updated course material as standards and technology change
FAQs
Do I need previous boat electrical experience?
No.
How long do I have access?
Lifetime.
Can I ask an instructor for help?
Yes — full instructor support is included.
Is there a refund period?
30 days.
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