This is a  one-day beginners’ course to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure.

Mechanical failure is the main cause of rescue call-outs to cruisers. Basic maintenance and engine care will help ensure that you are not part of this statistic.

Most engine problems can be avoided by taking simple precautions, and you don’t need a detailed mechanical knowledge.

This course teaches you how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.

Whether you sail a yacht with an auxiliary diesel engine or are a motor cruising enthusiast, this course could not just save you money, but one day could save your life.

Course topics include:

• the principles of diesel engine operation
• the systems and parts of the engine
• fault finding
• rectification of common problems
• bleeding the fuel system
• changing the impeller
• routine maintenance
• winter lay up procedures

​Course dates in Shepperton on Sundays 

Sunday 14th December

2026 Happy New Year 

25th January 

22nd February 

22nd March

19th April

We train on real boats! 
 

Recently we run a bespoke course for Tim, Duncan & family to get them familiar with their Dutch Barge Perkins Engine.  Cooling & Fuel systems particularly as they had previously had a few problems!  Now they are more confident that their boat is running much better! Then we had a short journey to fuel up & now we will see them in the spring for practical boat training days with all the family!
 

Course fee: £155

Call us today on 07425 171821

Email us at info@thamesboattraining.co.uk