Online course in the basic electricity onboard
Learn to understand the boat’s primary electrical system
And be able to fix problems, update or install new equipment – without compromising electrical safety.
Online course in the basic electricity onboard
Learn to understand the boat’s primary electrical system
And be able to fix problems, update or install new equipment – without compromising electrical safety.
With our three elementary courses, you’ll get an overview of the boat’s primary electrical system. The Basics bundle focuses on the batteries, the switchboard, shore power, and alternative power sources.
With our three elementary courses, you’ll get an overview of the boat’s primary electrical system. The Basics bundle focuses on the batteries, the switchboard, shore power, and alternative power sources.
The Basics include:
Batteries
Where you’ll learn to:
- Know the advantages and disadvantages of the different battery types and where the individual types can be used.
- Calculate ampere-hours and charging.
- Take good care of your batteries and extend battery life.
- Make sure that the charger fits the size of the battery bank.
- Charge the batteries quickly and efficiently
- Understand power consumption and control of anchor winch and bow thruster
And much more.
Batteries
Where you’ll learn to:
- Know the advantages and disadvantages of the different battery types and where the individual types can be used.
- Calculate ampere-hours and charging.
- Take good care of your batteries and extend battery life.
- Make sure that the charger fits the size of the battery bank.
- Charge the batteries quickly and efficiently
- Understand power consumption and control of anchor winch and bow thruster
And much more.
The
Switchboard
Where you’ll learn to:
- Understand the general structure and function of the electrical panel.
- Correctly dimension and connect cables, including dimensioning fuses.
- Understand relay control of large power consumers such as autopilot, heater, refrigerator, bow thruster, and anchor winch.
- Understand the deeper meaning of the many cables in the switchboard.
- Be comfortable opening the switchboard and finding the right place to connect new equipment.
- Secure the equipment with a suitable fuse so that no accidents can occur.
- Select the correct cable thickness to match the length of the cable and the power consumption.
And much more.
The
Switchboard
Where you’ll learn to:
- Understand the general structure and function of the electrical panel.
- Correctly dimension and connect cables, including dimensioning fuses.
- Understand relay control of large power consumers such as autopilot, heater, refrigerator, bow thruster, and anchor winch.
- Understand the deeper meaning of the many cables in the switchboard.
- Be comfortable opening the switchboard and finding the right place to connect new equipment.
- Secure the equipment with a suitable fuse so that no accidents can occur.
- Select the correct cable thickness to match the length of the cable and the power consumption.
And much more.
Power
Sources
Where you’ll learn to:
- Be familiar with the regulatory requirements for the 230V installation.
- Understand how the 230V switchboard works.
- Use an inverter that provides 230V while sailing.
- Charge the batteries with energy from solar cells and wind generators.
- Lead cables in wet rooms and understand the different IP classifications.
- Prepare the boat for an inverter.
- Differentiate between types of inverters and understand what they require of installation to work.
And much more.
Power Sources
Where you’ll learn to:
- Be familiar with the regulatory requirements for the 230V installation.
- Understand how the 230V switchboard works.
- Use an inverter that provides 230V while sailing.
- Charge the batteries with energy from solar cells and wind generators.
- Lead cables in wet rooms and understand the different IP classifications.
- Prepare the boat for an inverter.
- Differentiate between types of inverters and understand what they require of installation to work.
And much more.
Lars will guide you safely through the boat’s basic electrical system
With more than 20 years of experience in electricity and electrical equipment on everything from small pleasure boats to luxury yachts and large container ships through his own business, Lars knows what he is talking about.
Throughout the years, Lars has hosted several events in boat clubs in North Zealand. Therefore, he knows what type of knowledge is needed among sailors.
As a certified instructor, Lars is the perfect conveyer. He aims to spread awareness of electrical safety across the world.
With a one-time investment, you will:
Achieve confidence towards, and an overview, of YOUR electrical system
Be able to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade the electrical system yourself
Be able to install new equipment connected correctly and with the proper fuse
Avoid power outages, faulty equipment, and canceled trips
For only:
With a one-time investment, you will:
Achieve confidence towards, and an overview, of YOUR electrical system
Be able to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade the electrical system yourself
Be able to install new equipment connected correctly and with the proper fuse
Avoid power outages, faulty equipment, and canceled trips
For only:
€115,00
That is roughly the same amount you’ll spend on a technician for a single hour onboard.
After completing this course, you will be able to do the essential things yourself, like troubleshooting, simple installations, and preparations for larger projects, thus cutting back on technician hours.
You have access to the following as soon as you are enrolled
3 courses in the basic electrical system onboard
- Free access to 9 video lessons with a total of 6 hours watch time
- 3 e-books to download
- All teaching slides for download
- Certificate after completing each course
- Ask questions on email
Sign up now and get started in less than 10 minutes
But wait! There’s more
If you invest now, you will also get 6 of our best mini webinars
EXTRA:
6x mini webinars
#1 Spring Check
#2 Cable Dimensioning
#3 VHF
#4 Faultfinding Network
#5 Wireless Communication
#6 Lithium batteries
EXTRA:
6x mini webinars
#1 Spring Check
#2 Cable Dimensioning
#3 VHF
#4 Faultfinding Network
#5 Wireless Communication
#6 Lithium batteries
The mini webinars last between 20 and 35 minutes
Still wondering if this is something for you?
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If the course does not live up to your expectations, send us an email within 30 days. Then we return the total amount. No questions asked.
For us, the most important thing is that YOU get something out of investing in a course with us.
