Location: Calcutt Boats, Stockton, Warwickshire
Duration: 2-day Course (Approx. 09:00 – 17:00 daily)
Certification: RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance Certificate (valid for life)
Price: £260 per person

Why Take This Course: Our RYA Diesel Engine course draws on Calcutt Boats proud history of being an all-service working boatyard for over 50years and the UK’s specialist in BMC engines. So, whether you’re a narrowboat owner, cruiser skipper, or just getting into boating, knowing how to maintain your diesel engine is essential.
The RYA Diesel Engine course is a beginner-friendly program teaching boaters how marine diesel engines work, introducing and helping you to understand not only the engine itself, but also the gear box, drive train and stern gear.
The course will introduce you to basic engine maintenance (filters, oil, cooling), troubleshooting common faults (fuel system bleeding, impeller replacement), and winterising. It aims to make owners self-sufficient and prevent costly breakdowns, covering essential systems and practical fixes without needing prior mechanical skills.
To consolidate and expand your learning further, Calcutt Boats Training builds your core RYA Diesel Engine course over the 2-days introducing faults and issue onto our training engines for you to troubleshoot and correct.
Our extended course also takes a look into the future, introducing you to hybrid-drives and HVO fuel alternatives.
Students will have access to our static and running marine diesel engines, with all the tools needed to practice and work on in them in our engine training room. Our aim is to build your knowledge and help you to develop hands-on, practical skills to keep you safe and prevent breakdowns.

Summary of What You Will Learn:
• Basic engine principles
• Fuel, cooling, and air systems
• Lubrication, maintenance & servicing
• Engine electrical systems
• Drivelines and stern gear, maintenance & servicing
• Routine checks & maintenance
• Spares and tool requirements
• Troubleshooting common issues
• Emergency actions afloat
• Winterisation and lay-up tips

Our Static Training Engines:
• Beta 43
• Lister
• BMC – static and live

Certification for:
• RYA Instructors
• Commercial Endorsements
• Marina hire boat staff
• Boat owners and skippers (inland or coastal)
• Yacht owners with an auxiliary diesel engine
• New or prospective boat owners
• Anyone wanting to take control of their boat’s engine health

Course Details:
• Class Size: Max of 6 students. Minimum age 16years old.
• Prerequisite: No previous experience needed
• Instructor: An RYA Diesel Engine instructor
• Included: RYA Diesel Engine Handbook, training tool kit, tea/coffee
• Free Parking

There will be a number of practical sessions throughout the course, so please wear overalls or clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Sturdy footwear or safety boots are essential. Protective gloves will be provided.

Venue:
All courses are held at Calcutt Boats, right on the Grand Union Canal. Our training room overlooks the marina and you’ll benefit from unique waterside training environment.

Address:
Calcutt Boats Lower Shuckburgh Road, Stockton Southam, CV47 2DH

Upcoming Dates:
We run this course regularly throughout the year. To check availability or book your place, please check our online booking calendar or get in touch:
training@calcuttboats.com 01926 813757

Booking & Info: Ready to get started? Visit our Booking Page or contact us with any questions. ​