Marine Electrical Certification - Online Live - April 2025

The ABYC Marine Electrical Certification has become the most recognized and credible demonstration of skill in the marine electrical service and installation field worldwide. 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. This course covers essential principles, practical installation techniques, and troubleshooting methods to ensure safe and efficient electrical operations on board vessels. 

This course is ideal for marine electricals 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 of experience working with marine electrical system design, installation or repair.

 ABYC Instructor Mike Telleria will lead LIVE sessions, 3 days a week for 3 weeks (each 90 minutes long). See the Course Details tab for more information and schedule.

Course Topics:

Basic Electrical Theory and Fundamentals: Learn the foundational concepts of electrical theory, including voltage, current, resistance, and power, with a focus on marine environments.

Proper Installation and Termination of Wiring: Understand the best practices for installing and terminating marine-grade wiring, ensuring long-lasting and safe electrical connections.

Sizing Wiring for AC and DC Systems: Master the techniques for properly sizing wiring in both AC and DC applications to meet the electrical load requirements of marine systems.

Battery Installation, Maintenance, Testing & Charging Systems: Get experience with marine battery installation, routine maintenance, system testing, and troubleshooting various charging systems.

Inverter Installation and Operation: Explore the installation and operational requirements of inverters to ensure reliable AC power generation.

AC Shore Power System Design and Components: Learn the essential features of an effective AC shore power system, including selecting appropriate components to ensure compliance with marine standards.

Isolating Vessels from Galvanic Corrosion: Understand the principles of corrosion prevention and how to install systems that isolate vessels from galvanic corrosion, protecting a vessel.

Installation, Operation, and Troubleshooting of AC Generators: Gain skills in installing and maintaining AC generators, along with troubleshooting techniques for keeping these critical power systems operational.

Installation Requirements for AC and DC Components: Discover the specific installation requirements for various AC and DC components to ensure system safety and reliability.

Electrical Safety Equipment and Systems: Review the safety equipment and protocols required for protecting both personnel and electrical systems onboard vessels.

Troubleshooting DC and AC Systems: Develop basic troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair issues across a range of AC and DC systems commonly found on boats and ships.

Study Guide Chapters:

• Ohm's Law and the Power Equation
• Cable Installation and Termination
• DC Systems, Batteries, and Components
• Battery Charging Systems
• Inverters
• AC Systems, Shore Power, and Components
• AC Generators
• Safety Devices and Systems

ABYC Standards Covered:

• A-24, Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems on Boats
• A-27, Alternating Current Generator Sets
• A-28, Galvanic Isolators
• A-31, Battery Chargers and Inverters
• A-32, AC Power Conversion Equipment and Systems
• E-2, Cathodic Protection Systems
• E-10, Storage Batteries
• E-11, AC and DC Electrical Systems on Boats
• E-13, Lithium Ion Batteries
• E-30, Electric Propulsion Systems
• TE-4, Lightning Protection Systems

Code of Federal Regulations

• 33 CFR 183

Member Price: $985 for registrations received by March 31.
$1,110 for registrations received on or after April 1 include a late registration fee.

Non-Member Price: $1,495 for registrations received by March 31.
$1,620 for registrations received on or after April 1 include a late registration fee.

Certification Exam Included: YES

Study Guide Included: YES

Course Length:  9x 90 minute live online sessions (see Schedule below)

CEUs: 32

Live Online Class Schedule: ABYC Instruction Mike Telleria will lead LIVE course sessions, 3 days a week for 3 weeks.
9:00am – 10:30am (ET) each day, Tuesday through Thursday.

• April 8-10
• April 15-17
• April 22-24

How this course works:

• Login to this ABYC Online Learning site during the scheduled live sessions. Live session links are found under the Course Contents tab. 
  
• Each session with cover 1-2 chapters in chronological order of study guide
• Q&A with instructor at the end of each session

Certification Exam Testing:

At the end of the course, participants will take the certification exam online through a third party proctoring service. More details are provided on the Exam Info tab during the course.

Scheduling the exam is flexible and up to the participant. Participants may schedule their testing date & time . Online testing is available Mondays through Wednesdays all day and Thursdays until 1pm (ET). There will be given a 30 day test by deadline, if you do not test by the given date there is a $25 extension fee due to receive a new test by deadline.

Exam retesting: If you do not pass on your first attempt, you may sign-up to retest at anytime. There is a retesting fee of $179 per attempt. There is no deadline to sign-up to retest by, you may retest when you are confident and ready to challenge the exam.

Certification Designations:

ABYC's Certified Advisor or Certified Technician certification designations align with the type of work being performed by the individual. Upon passing the certification exam, participants will be awarded with the Marine Corrosion Advisor certification or Marine Corrosion Technician certification, depending on their role and work experience.

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ADA Requests:

We want to ensure that you have the necessary support and accommodations to succeed. If you require any accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or any other support, please let us know as soon as possible so we can make appropriate arrangements. 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. 

Cancellation/Refunds:

Requests for cancellation and refund of a class registration must be submitted, in writing, no less than 10 days prior to the course start date. A $150 cancellation fee will apply. Refunds will not be considered for non-attendance. Cancellation requests may be emailed to Casey Bates at cbates@abycinc.org. Refunds will be issued within 30 days after the course end date.