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Marine Electrical

American Boat and Yacht Council

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This comprehensive certification course is designed for individuals seeking to gain a deep understanding of marine electrical systems, including both direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) systems. The course covers essential principles, practical installation techniques, and troubleshooting methods to ensure safe and efficient electrical operations on board vessels.

Cost

Online Course Fees: Member $985 – Nonmember $1,495 Exam only Fees: Member $295 – Nonmember $595Show moreShow less

Format

Online

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This course is ideal for marine electricians and maritime professionals looking to enhance their skills and ensure the safe operation of electrical systems on vessels. The course is designed for the marine professional with at least 3 – 5 years’ experience working with marine electrical system design, installation or repair.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

The course is designed for the marine professional with at least 3 – 5 years’ experience working with marine electrical system design, installation or repair.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply foundational electrical theory concepts including voltage, current, resistance, and power in marine environments
  • Install and terminate marine-grade wiring following best practices for safe and long-lasting electrical connections
  • Size wiring for AC and DC marine systems to meet electrical load requirements
  • Install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot marine battery and charging systems
  • Install, operate, and troubleshoot inverters for reliable AC power generation on marine vessels
  • Design and select components for AC shorepower systems in compliance with marine standards
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment49-2093.00
  • Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians49-3051.00
  • Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants53-6031.00
  • Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels53-5021.00
  • Marine Engineers and Naval Architects17-2121.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

  • Visual inspection procedures — perform on transportation equipment electrical systems under direct supervisor guidance at a depot or repair facility.
  • Hand tools and basic test instruments — identify and use correctly under supervision during installation tasks on transit vehicles.
  • Wiring schematics and manufacturers' specifications — locate and reference to identify basic circuit layouts under technician direction.
  • Fixtures, outlets, and wall boxes — install using hand tools following step-by-step instructions on assigned transportation equipment.
  • Blown fuses and simple circuit defects — identify and report using visual inspection methods at a supervised workstation.
  • Wire splicing techniques — practice with knives and cutting pliers under close supervision to join conductors on low-voltage circuits.
  • Equipment service records — record completed tasks and parts used in maintenance logs under supervision at a service center.
  • Safety protocols for electrical work — follow consistently on transportation equipment to prevent shock or fire hazard in shop environments.
  • Diagnostic software interfaces — navigate basic menus under guidance to retrieve fault codes from vehicle control systems.
  • Reassembly steps — execute for simple electrical components after repairs, verifying fit and connections before supervisor sign-off.

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