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Basic and Intermediate Diesel Operation and Maintenance

Kit Griffin

Burrard Civic Marina, Vancouver BC

26 Apr 2025 to 27 Apr 2025 0900h - 1600h

Members $140 / Non-Members $160

Vancouver Education

This classroom-based 2-day course is intended for those who own and maintain their own boat or those who want to understand Diesel Engines, including proper operation and maintenance.  Attendance in the Basic and Intermediate course is a prerequisite for any advanced coursework.

Course Topics

  • Review of fuel, cooling and lubrication systems
  • Electrical system: batteries, alternators, AC chargers and inverters
  • Battery servicing
  • Various charging systems
  • Drives: straight drive, v-drive, sail drives
  • Shaft seals

The desk work includes samples of the Diesel Engine parts; handouts include diagrams of the Diesel Engine internals and related.

Instructor

David West is a highly experienced and knowledgeable Diesel mechanic and instructor. He comes highly recommended by students who have attended his courses.

Image Attribution: Model Engine B Luc Viatour” by I, Luc Viatour. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Commons.

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