Advanced Marine Electrical Certification

Advanced Marine Electrical Certification

This Advanced Marine Electrical Certification course is in an on-demand format containing videos, readable content, and chapter review quizzes.

As the electrical and electronics systems on recreational vessels become more complex, the electrical technician must advance their knowledge base to keep pace with them. This course offers a deeper look at some subjects from the ABYC Marine Electrical Certification course, such as alternative charging sources, AC power-conversion equipment, and galvanic isolation, as well as introducing the advanced topic of three-phase power distribution and the ever-advancing technology of electric propulsion. Information on troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with these systems is also discussed.

While holding the Marine Electrical Certification course is not required, we highly recommend obtaining that certification prior to taking this advanced course.

Topics Include:

  • Troubleshooting Advanced Electrical Problems
  • Performing advanced electrical diagnostics
  • Design and applications of electrical control circuits
  • Characteristics and properties of three-phase power distribution
  • Investigation and analyzing power quality
  • Methods of voltage regulation
  • Alternative energy sources
  • Design and components of AC power-conversion systems
  • Specifications and requirements of electrical-propulsion systems
  • Installation and operation of digital switching systems
  • Fail-Safe galvanic isolation systems

Certification Exam:

This courses concludes with the successful completion of a rigorous exam which consist of:

  • 197 multiple choice questions
  • Passing cut score of 77%
  • Timed at 3.5 hours
  • Exam is open book and open note

At the end of the course, you'll need to follow the instructions given on the Exam Info tab to setup and schedule to test online through a third party proctoring service. 

Certification Designation:

ABYC has two certification designation titles to better associate the type of work being done by the individual. ABYC Certified Advisor or ABYC Certified Technician will be assigned upon passing the certification exam. Click Here for more information.

Cancellation/Refunds:

Request for cancellation and refund of registration must be submitted, in writing, prior to the any video content being viewed. A cancellation fee of $85 with apply. Cancellation and refund request must be emailed to the education team at education@abycinc.org. 

ADA Requests:

Students with ADA accommodations must inform the ABYC in writing of said needs at the time of class registration to ensure that any special accommodations can be made for exam taking. Students may use a calculator during the exam.


ABYC Member Price: $795

Non-Member Price: $1,095

Study Guide Included: Yes

Chapter Review Quizzes Includes: Yes

Certification Exam Included: Yes

Course Length: 4.5+ Hours

CEUs: 32 are awarded upon successfully passing of the certification exam

Mike Bonicker

ABYC Lead Instructor

American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc.

Mike Bonicker worked with Tidewater Yacht Service in Baltimore for over 20 years, starting as a tech for 5 years doing general repair, electrical and sailboat rigging. He climbed the ranks and became production manager for the remaining 15, still  doing hands-on electrical and sailboat rigging work throughout his tenure.

He received his first ABYC certification, Electrical, under the instruction of Ed Sherman at New England Institute of Technology in 2000 and became a Master Tech with Standards and Corrosion by 2005.

Additionally, he has served with pride on the board of the Marine Trades Association of Maryland for over 12 years.

Boating started as a teenager for Mike when he learned to sail at 13 and raced for over 20 years and he's been a life-long fisherman from the age of 5 owning several boats both sail and power along the way.

Mike can be reached at:

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Advanced Marine Electrical Certification Introduction
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Chapter 1 – Advanced Diagnostics
Chapter 1 – Advanced Diagnostics
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Chapter 1 Review Quiz
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Chapter 2 – Electrical Control Circuits
Chapter 2 – Electrical Control Circuits
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Chapter 3 – Three-Phase Power Distribution
Chapter 3 – Three-Phase Power Distribution
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Chapter 4 – Power Quality and Analysis
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Chapter 5 – Voltage Regulation
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Chapter 6 – Alternative Energy Sources
Chapter 6 – Alternative Energy Sources
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Chapter 6 Review Quiz
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Chapter 7 – AC and DC Power-Conversion Equipment and Systems
Chapter 7 – AC and DC Power-Conversion Equipment and Systems
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Chapter 8 – Electric Propulsion systems
Chapter 8 – Electric Propulsion systems
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Chapter 8 Review Quiz
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Chapter 9 – Digital Switching Systems
Chapter 9 – Digital Switching Systems
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Chapter 9 Review Quiz
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Chapter 10 - Fail-Safe Galvanic Isolation Systems
Chapter 10 – Fail-Safe Galvanic Isolation Systems
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Chapter 10 Review Quiz
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Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting Advanced Electrical Problems
Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting Advanced Electrical Problems
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Chapter 11 Review Quiz
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