Preventive maintenance course for boats
Why this course?
The Vessel Preventive Maintenance Course
Is designed to optimize the lifespan and performance of your vessel, reducing long-term costs and ensuring safe navigation. You will learn everything from the maintenance fundamentals to specialized techniques for different systems and components. You will learn best practices for the inspection, lubrication, adjustment, and replacement of critical parts, ensuring the optimal operation of your vessel. This program will provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to perform proactive and efficient maintenance.
Differential Advantages
- Comprehensive Maintenance: engines, electrical systems, plumbing, hull, and structures.
- Diagnostic Techniques: early identification of potential problems and breakdowns.
- Planning and Management: development of customized maintenance programs.
- Safety and Compliance: standards and regulations for safe and responsible maintenance.
- Applied Practice: exercises and simulations to apply acquired knowledge.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Cursos
- Hours: 150 H
- Start date: 24-10-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Owners of recreational and fishing vessels who wish to maximize the useful life of their vessel and reduce repair costs.
- Captains and skippers who seek to deepen their technical knowledge of onboard systems and perform basic maintenance.
- Marine mechanics and nautical students who want to specialize in preventive maintenance and acquire practical skills.
- Boat charter companies that need to standardize maintenance procedures and ensure the availability of their fleet.
- Marine insurers interested in reducing claims caused by lack of maintenance and optimizing processes Inspection.
Flexibility and Practicality
Modular content accessible online, demonstration videos, and step-by-step guides to apply what you’ve learned directly to your vessel. Specialized technical support available to answer your questions.
Objectives and competencies
Ensure the continuous operation of the vessel:
Manage the propulsion plant and auxiliary systems, optimizing resources and preventing breakdowns.
Extending the useful life of components and systems:
“Implement a rigorous predictive and preventive maintenance program, based on data analysis and continuous monitoring, to anticipate and mitigate failures.”
Minimize the risks of unexpected failures:
“Implement rigorous preventative maintenance and detailed contingency plans, including regular drills and ongoing troubleshooting training.”
Optimize vessel performance and efficiency:
“Adjust the trim and load to reduce drag and optimize fuel consumption.”
Comply with safety and environmental regulations:
“Implement waste management and pollution prevention procedures, minimizing the environmental impact of operations.”
Reducing operating costs through prevention:
“Optimize routes (distance/current/waves) and speed to reduce fuel/lubricant consumption.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to naval propulsion: types, components, and efficiency
- Main engines: diesel, gas turbines, hybrid systems; operation and maintenance
- Electrical generation systems: alternators, switching, distribution, and protections
- Ship steering: rudders, maneuvering thrusters, stabilizers; Principles and Control
Automation and Control: SCADA systems, PLCs, sensors, and actuators
Cooling and lubrication systems: design, operation, and maintenance
Energy management: optimization, efficiency, and heat recovery systems
Water treatment systems: bilge, ballast, potable, and wastewater
Predictive and corrective maintenance: condition monitoring and failure analysis
Regulations and safety: IMO, safety classes and standards
- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Applications
- Marine Diesel Engines: Components, Operation, and Cycles
- Marine Gas Turbines: Principles, Design, and Efficiency
- Transmission Systems: Gearboxes, Shafts, and Propellers
- Steeping Systems: Rudders, Maneuvering Thrusters, and Stabilizers
- Lubrication Systems: Types of Oils, Filters, and Maintenance
- Cooling Systems: Freshwater and Seawater, Pumps, and Chillers
- Fuel Systems: Storage, Treatment, and Supply
- Compressed Air Systems: Compressors, Tanks, and Distribution
- Auxiliary Systems: Pumps, Separators, and Electric Generators
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- Fundamentals of Naval Propulsion Systems: Types and Characteristics.
- Marine Diesel Engines: Operation, Components, and Auxiliary Systems.
- Steam and Gas Turbines: Principles, Thermodynamic Cycles, and Naval Applications.
- Electric Propulsion Systems: Concepts, Advantages, and Configurations.
- Onboard Electrical Power Generation: Alternators, Electrical Panels, and Distribution.
- Automation and Control Systems for the Propulsion and Electrical Plant.
- Batteries and Energy Storage Systems: Types, Applications, and Safety.
- Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards for Ships.
- Fire Safety Equipment: Detection, Extinguishing, and Prevention.
Emergency procedures and abandonment of ship: Roles, responsibilities, and teams.
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- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Basic Principles.
- Marine Diesel Engines: Components, Operation, Auxiliary Systems.
- Fuel Systems: Storage, Treatment, Injection, Regulations.
- Lubrication Systems: Types of Oil, Filtration, Cooling, Maintenance.
- Cooling Systems: Fresh Water, Salt Water, Heat Exchangers.
- Exhaust Systems: Mufflers, Catalytic Converters, Exhaust Gas Scrubbing.
- Onboard Electrical Systems: Generation, Distribution, Protection.
- Batteries: Types, Maintenance, Charging, Safety.
- Electrical Safety: Insulation, Grounding, Protection Against Overcurrent protection.
- Safety equipment on board: Fire extinguishers, breathing apparatus, life jackets.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
Plan de estudio - Módulos
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to naval propulsion: types, components, and efficiency
- Main engines: diesel, gas turbines, hybrid systems; operation and maintenance
- Electrical generation systems: alternators, switching, distribution, and protections
- Ship steering: rudders, maneuvering thrusters, stabilizers; Principles and Control
Automation and Control: SCADA systems, PLCs, sensors, and actuators
Cooling and lubrication systems: design, operation, and maintenance
Energy management: optimization, efficiency, and heat recovery systems
Water treatment systems: bilge, ballast, potable, and wastewater
Predictive and corrective maintenance: condition monitoring and failure analysis
Regulations and safety: IMO, safety classes and standards
- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Applications
- Marine Diesel Engines: Components, Operation, and Cycles
- Marine Gas Turbines: Principles, Design, and Efficiency
- Transmission Systems: Gearboxes, Shafts, and Propellers
- Steeping Systems: Rudders, Maneuvering Thrusters, and Stabilizers
- Lubrication Systems: Types of Oils, Filters, and Maintenance
- Cooling Systems: Freshwater and Seawater, Pumps, and Chillers
- Fuel Systems: Storage, Treatment, and Supply
- Compressed Air Systems: Compressors, Tanks, and Distribution
- Auxiliary Systems: Pumps, Separators, and Electric Generators
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- Fundamentals of Naval Propulsion Systems: Types and Characteristics.
- Marine Diesel Engines: Operation, Components, and Auxiliary Systems.
- Steam and Gas Turbines: Principles, Thermodynamic Cycles, and Naval Applications.
- Electric Propulsion Systems: Concepts, Advantages, and Configurations.
- Onboard Electrical Power Generation: Alternators, Electrical Panels, and Distribution.
- Automation and Control Systems for the Propulsion and Electrical Plant.
- Batteries and Energy Storage Systems: Types, Applications, and Safety.
- Electrical Safety Regulations and Standards for Ships.
- Fire Safety Equipment: Detection, Extinguishing, and Prevention.
Emergency procedures and abandonment of ship: Roles, responsibilities, and teams.
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- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Basic Principles.
- Marine Diesel Engines: Components, Operation, Auxiliary Systems.
- Fuel Systems: Storage, Treatment, Injection, Regulations.
- Lubrication Systems: Types of Oil, Filtration, Cooling, Maintenance.
- Cooling Systems: Fresh Water, Salt Water, Heat Exchangers.
- Exhaust Systems: Mufflers, Catalytic Converters, Exhaust Gas Scrubbing.
- Onboard Electrical Systems: Generation, Distribution, Protection.
- Batteries: Types, Maintenance, Charging, Safety.
- Electrical Safety: Insulation, Grounding, Protection Against Overcurrent protection.
- Safety equipment on board: Fire extinguishers, breathing apparatus, life jackets.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Applications
- Marine Diesel Engines: Operating Principles, Components, and Maintenance
- Gas Turbines and Steam Propulsion: Fundamentals, Advantages, and Disadvantages
- Electric Propulsion Systems: Azimuthal Propulsion, PODs, and Hybrid Configurations
- Propellers: Design, Cavitation, Controllable Pitch, and Performance Optimization
- Steering Systems: Rudders, Stabilizers, and Dynamic Positioning Systems (DPS)
- Lubrication and Cooling in Propulsion Systems: Types of Lubricants, Cooling Systems
- Fuel Systems: Treatment, Injection, and Efficient Management
- Propulsion Control and Automation: Monitoring Systems, Alarms, and Safety
- Regulations and standards applicable to naval propulsion systems
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- Introduction to Marine Propulsion Systems: Types and Characteristics
- Marine Diesel Engines: Operating Principles, Components, and Auxiliary Systems
- Gas Turbines and Steam Propulsion Systems: Fundamentals, Operation, and Maintenance
- Transmission Systems: Gearboxes, Shafts, and Propellers; Types, Design, and Performance
Electric Propulsion Systems: Generators, Electric Motors, Frequency Converters, and Control Systems
Fuel and Lubricant Management: Storage, Treatment, and Quality Control
Cooling and Ventilation Systems in Engine Rooms
Automation and Control of Propulsion Systems: Sensors, Actuators, and Monitoring Systems
Predictive and Corrective Maintenance of Propulsion Systems
Regulations and Safety in the Operation of Naval Propulsion Systems‘
- Introduction to Marine Propulsion: Types, Principles, and Efficiency
- Main Engines: Diesel, Gas Turbines, Hybrid Systems – Operation and Maintenance
- Fuel Systems: Storage, Treatment, Supply, and Waste Management
- Lubrication Systems: Types of Lubricants, Circuits, Filtration, and Analysis
- Cooling Systems: Freshwater, Seawater, Coolants, and Thermal Management
- Compressed Air Systems: Production, Distribution, and Onboard Applications
- Steering Systems: Rudders, Maneuvering Propellers, and Stabilization Systems
- Electrical Systems: Generation, Distribution, Protection, and Onboard Electrical Safety
- Wastewater and Bilge Treatment Systems: Regulations, Operation and Maintenance
Fire Prevention Systems: Detection, Extinguishing, Equipment, and Procedures
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- Fundamentals of Electricity: Current, Voltage, Resistance, Ohm’s Law
- Electrical Circuits: Series, Parallel, Mixed; Analysis and Problem Solving
Basic Electronic Components: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, Diodes, Transistors
Analog Electronics: Amplifiers, Oscillators, Filters
Digital Electronics: Number Systems, Boolean Algebra, Combinational and Sequential Logic
Electrical and Electronic Instrumentation: Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers
Marine Electric Motors: Types, Characteristics, Control, and Maintenance
Marine Electric Generators: Principles, Voltage Regulation, Synchronization
Onboard Electrical Distribution Systems: Cables, Switches, Overload Protection Short circuit
Electrical Safety in Maritime Environments: Regulations, Protective Equipment, First Aid
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Career opportunities
- Boat Maintenance Technician: Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on engines, electrical systems, plumbing, and other boat components.
- Marine Mechanic: Diagnosing and repairing faults in marine engines and related equipment.
- Marine Electrician: Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and electronic systems on boats.
- Boat Painter: Preparing surfaces and applying paints and protective coatings to boats.
- Shipwright: Building, repairing, and maintaining wooden structures on boats.
- Maintenance Manager at Marinas and Yacht Clubs: Managing and coordinating maintenance tasks for boats and facilities.
- Boat Technical Inspector: Performing inspections Technical inspections to verify compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Seller of nautical equipment and spare parts: Advice and sale of equipment, spare parts, and products for vessel maintenance.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
5. Induction
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Maintenance Fundamentals: Learn the basics of inspection, lubrication, and essential adjustments.
- Key Systems: Delve into the care of engines, electrical systems, plumbing, and hull.
- Preventive Planning: Create effective maintenance programs to avoid costly breakdowns.
- Troubleshooting: Develop skills to identify and troubleshoot common onboard problems.
- Safety and Best Practices: Ensure the safety of the vessel and its crew through proper maintenance.
Testimonials
During my training in preventive marine maintenance, I successfully diagnosed and resolved a recurring overheating problem in a yacht’s engine. I implemented a new cooling system cleaning and maintenance program, which reduced the operating temperature by 15% and eliminated unexpected shutdowns, extending the engine’s lifespan and resulting in significant cost savings for the owner.
I implemented the route optimization strategies learned in the course, managing to reduce delivery times by 15% and fuel consumption by 12%, generating significant savings for the company and greater customer satisfaction.
I implemented a preventative maintenance program that reduced mechanical failures by 40% and extended the lifespan of our fishing fleet’s engines by 25%, generating considerable savings in repairs and downtime.
During my training in preventive boat maintenance, I successfully diagnosed and resolved a recurring overheating problem in a fishing boat’s engine. I implemented a new cooling system, optimizing water flow and preventing future breakdowns, which significantly increased the engine’s efficiency and lifespan.
Frequently asked questions
To prevent or reduce failures and breakdowns in the vessel, prolonging its useful life and ensuring navigational safety.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
To avoid or minimize failures and breakdowns, prolonging the useful life of the vessel and guaranteeing its safety and operability.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Fundamentals of Electricity: Current, Voltage, Resistance, Ohm’s Law
- Electrical Circuits: Series, Parallel, Mixed; Analysis and Problem Solving
Basic Electronic Components: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, Diodes, Transistors
Analog Electronics: Amplifiers, Oscillators, Filters
Digital Electronics: Number Systems, Boolean Algebra, Combinational and Sequential Logic
Electrical and Electronic Instrumentation: Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers
Marine Electric Motors: Types, Characteristics, Control, and Maintenance
Marine Electric Generators: Principles, Voltage Regulation, Synchronization
Onboard Electrical Distribution Systems: Cables, Switches, Overload Protection Short circuit
Electrical Safety in Maritime Environments: Regulations, Protective Equipment, First Aid
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Request information
- Complete the Application Form
- Attach your CV/Qualifications (if you have them to hand).
- Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you want the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
Teachers
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.