>  Basics on how your boats Diesel engine works and tracing systems.

>  Diagnostics - Most common problems and how to avoid them, water in fuel, water in oil, engine will not start.

>  Fuel system - bleeding, removing water, changing filters.

>  Skills to accurately describe problems if external assistance is required.

>  Lubrication system - changing oil and filters.

>  Regular checks and maintenance on your engine.

>  Cooling System - type of system, changing impeller, anodes and inhibiting if Heat exchanger fitted.

>  Spare Parts you need to carry onboard for short and long term trips.

> Exhaust System - type and potential problems.

>  Tools you need to carry onboard and recommended kits.

>  Basic Electrics – Batteries, isolation and starting circuit.

>  Equipment seaworthy condition audit and written report.

>  Repairing common defects and faults.

>  Questions and Answers