Boat & Yacht Electrical Level 2
Delve into more complex marine electrical systems, such as solar power, inverters, generators, isolation transformers. Free preview below.
Many skippers aim to upgrade their yachts to become self sufficient, and with the increasing efficiency of solar panels, batteries, and inverters - it's not surprising that this equipment is rapidly gaining in popularity.
As great and reliable as all this new equipment is, it can not simply be shoehorned into place without some consideration for the wider electrical system as a whole.
Maintaining or upgrading a complex electrical system can be a minefield, often systems are upgraded when all they actually needed was correctly wiring, however good a piece of equipment is, if it is not wired up correctly with the correct size cables, and circuit protection, then it will not produce the desired results.
Hundreds if not thousands of pounds are waisted replacing batteries over and over, that are simply wired incorrectly in the first place, so the damage is repeated over and over!
Perfectly good charging systems are often ripped out in favour of expensive and complicated alternatives, only to find that the same fault is present because it was a simple connector that had failed.
This is an all too common theme, as vessels get more complex, the equipment gets more expensive, and the potential for faults increases.
The MECO Level 2 course can help, scroll down for a free preview of the course.
The Level 2 course delves much deeper into the more complex systems found on self sufficient vessels. Both Meco level 1 and 2 Electrical courses are Ideal for:
- Private yacht owners & skippers
- Yachtmaster Instructors
- Delivery Skippers
- Yacht Crew
- Trainee Skippers
- Boat-masters & Commercial boat crew
- Trainee Marine Electrician
Please note:
If you have not yet completed Level 1 - the combined level 1 & 2 package is the best value for money and is the most popular option.
Preview the course:
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Course Curriculum
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PreviewIntroduction
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PreviewBatteries C Rates (21:17)
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StartBatteries CCA
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StartBattery Types
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StartBattery Charging
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StartDC Circuit Protection (18:04)
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StartAlternator External Regulators
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StartMultiple Alternators (8:37)
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StartSolar Power (12:17)
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StartWind Turbines (7:04)
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StartAC Shore power (14:42)
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StartElectrical Essentials
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StartPower Factors
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StartTransformers (11:38)
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StartAC Circuit Protection (19:54)
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StartInverters (9:08)
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StartGenerators
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StartGalvanic Action & Cathodic Protection (11:35)
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StartIsolation Transformers (4:30)
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StartElectrolytic Corrosion (6:17)
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StartRefrigeration (11:55)
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StartWater Makers (6:13)
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StartVHF Radio (8:03)
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StartCrimping Larger Cables (4:25)
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StartBoat & Yacht Electrical Exam Preparation
Your Instructor
Hi there.
I began sailing as a small child with my dad and grandad when we first ventured out in a 30 foot ketch into a rather bumpy Lune river in the UK, we had some fantastic adventures! This inspired me to gain my Yachtmaster certification and head into the teaching world as a Yachtmaster instructor.
Prior to achieving my Yachtmaster I had worked as a marine electrician, so combining my two skills the decision was made to start teaching Maritime Engineering Courses to boat owners, skippers and crew as there was clearly some demand for this. I am also a fully certified marine electrician, and NMEA 2000 engineer.
So if you'd like to improve your knowledge of on board systems, I'm here to help.
Best wishes.
David Punch
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