Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC1)
Program Overview
Approved Engine Course 1 (AEC 1) provides foundational theoretical and practical knowledge of diesel engines and systems. Designed to meet the MCA Codes of Practice for large commercial sailing and motor vessels, small commercial motor vessels, and small workboats, this course focuses on engineering competencies required for safe vessel operation.
It equips students with the skills to perform regular servicing and detect potential faults before they escalate. This course is ideal for aspiring yacht engineers on small vessels and a good additional qualification for those aiming at a deckhand position onboard.
Place: Antibes
Duration: 5 days
Price: 1100 euros
Booking: 50% deposit option is available
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- Academic Year
- Fall
- May Term
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Summer
- Throughout the Year
- Trimester
- Winter
- Engineering
Updated Jun 15, 2026
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Locations
- Antibes, France
Fields & Subjects
- Engineering
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Academic Year
- Fall
- May Term
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Summer
- Throughout the Year
- Trimester
- Winter
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Written Application
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
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