Marine Systems Certification - Online Live - April 2025

The Marine Systems Certification is the gold standard within the industry addressing air conditioning, water systems, sanitation, fuel systems, engine controls, electrical installations, and more.

This comprehensive certification course provides an in-depth understanding of essential marine systems and their installation requirements. Designed for both aspiring marine technician and boatyard professionals, participants will explore a range of topics critical to the proper functioning, safety, and design of marine vessels.

This course is ideal for those seeking foundational knowledge in marine systems or professional looking to enhance their technical skills for better performance in the boatyard environment. The course is designed for the marine professional with at least 2-3 years’ experience working with marine system design, installation or repair

Course Topics:

Potable water system components: Overview of potable water systems, including installation requirements and best practices.

Marine sanitation system: Understanding the design and installation of marine sanitation systems to ensure compliance with regulations.

Storage tank installation: Best practices for the design and installation of water, fuel, and waste storage tanks.

Thru-Hulls, Seacocks, Shaft Seals, and Exhaust Systems: Installation techniques and critical requirements for these essential components.

Basic Electrical Theory: Foundations of electrical systems and the safe installation of wiring.

Wire Sizing and Overcurrent Protection: Proper selection of wiring and protective devices to ensure safe electrical operations.

Batteries, Charges and Inverters: Installation standards and characteristics of marine power system

Liquid Propane Gas (LPG) Systems: Safe usage of LPG for cooking and heating in marine environments.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems: Fundamentals of installation and design considerations for marine HVAC systems.

Pumps Type and their Common Applications: Types of pumps, uses, and installation methods.

Fuel System Safety: Installation requirements for gasoline and diesel fuel systems, including safety standards.

Steering and Engine Control Systems: Design considerations and installation practices for efficient vessel control.

Bow Thruster and Windlass Wiring: Characteristics of wiring circuits used in bow thrusters and windlass systems.

Fire Protection Systems: Design and operational requirements for portable and fixed marine fire-protection systems.

Boatyard Knowledge: Essential skills, including the use of precision tools, measurements, and proper boatyard etiquette.

Study Guide Chapters:

• Potable water systems
• Marine sanitation systems
• Hull piping
• Fuel Systems
• Electrical installations
• Compressed gas for cooking and heating
• Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Pump Systems and Characteristics
• Steering and control systems
• Auxiliary control systems
• Fire-protection systems
• General knowledge and boatyard etiquette

ABYC Standards Covered: 

• A-1, Marine Liquefied Petroleum (LPG) Systems
• A-4, Fire Fighting Equipment
• A-6, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Equipment
• A-24, Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems on Boats
• A-31, Battery Chargers and Inverters
• A-32, Power Conversion
• E-11, AC and DC Electrical Systems on Boats
• H-2, Ventilation of Boats Using Gasoline
• H-22, Electric Bilge Pump Systems
• H-23, Water Systems for Use on Boats
• H-24, Gasoline Fuel Systems
• H-25, Portable and Semi-Portable Marine Gasoline Fuel Systems
• H-27, Seacocks, Thru-hull Fittings, and Drain Plugs
• H-32, Ventilation of Boats Using Diesel
• H-33, Diesel Fuel Systems
• P-1, Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines
• P-14, Mechanical Propulsion Control Systems
• P-28, Electrical/Electronic Control Systems for Propulsion and Steering
• T-1, Aluminum Applications
• TH-22, Educational Information about Carbon Monoxide

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, 1 attempt. Retesting fees apply.

Study Guide Included: YES

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

CEUs: 32

Live Online Class Schedule: ABYC Instructor Mike Reese will lead live course sessions, 3 days a week for 3 weeks, each 90 minutes long.

3:00PM – 4:30PM (ET) each day, Monday through Wednesday.

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

How this course works:

• Login to this ABYC Online Learning site during the scheduled live event to participate. 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.