- July 17 - 21, 2023
- Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- 1,250.00
Course description
Students will be introduced to several types of plumbing found on boats: fresh water, gray and black water, bilge water, fuel storage and supply, and exhaust. Students will learn common ways to create sealed plumbing connections and will practice assembling a pressurized freshwater system and installing and servicing different types of marine toilets (heads). Proper installation of below-the-waterline through-hull fittings will be discussed and practiced. Techniques and devices to prevent flooding of a boat from siphoning will be discussed and demonstrated. Rules and best practices regarding fuel and exhaust plumbing will be covered in detail.
The school will provide plumbing components such as pumps, tanks, hoses, toilets, and faucets for demonstrations and hands-on practice. Examples of different materials, hoses, and fittings will be provided to help expose students to the variety available. Hand tools such as wrenches, sockets, and other necessary tools and materials will be provided.
The Marine Systems Intensives provide both conceptual and hands-on instruction. Students will handle system components, watch demonstrations, learn to describe a system’s components and how they function, and will be able to perform specific tasks using industry best practices.Students learn how to:
- Identify different plumbing connection types including tapered threads, flare fittings, and modular plumbing fittings.
- Prepare and create leak-free connections using the fittings described above.
- Identify and install the main components of a freshwater system including tankage, piping, pumps, and pressure regulation devices.
- Install, troubleshoot, and service marine heads including manual, electric macerating, and vacuum operated toilets.
- Install through-hull fittings and seacock valves using best practices to create a strong, secure hull penetration.
- Identify when to use a vented loop or siphon-break in a plumbing installation and the consequences of lack of or failure of such devices.
- Properly assemble a fuel system from external fill to the engine, applying ABYC standards along the way.
- Design and select materials for a typical wet-exhaust system.
- Select appropriate hoses and materials for all the above topics.
If minimum enrollment is not met our policy is to cancel a class 14 days before the start date. A full refund will be given in the event a workshop is cancelled by the school. Please keep this policy in mind when making your travel arrangements.
Intensives Cancellation Policy by Student:
A student may cancel enrollment without cause. The cancellation notice must be in writing. If a student cancels prior to the start of the course, the school may retain a registration fee of $100. If the student cancels during the course, the following refund schedule will apply:
Refund Schedule:
| If the student completes this amount of training: | The School will keep this percentage of the tuition: |
| One day or up to 10%, whichever is less; | 10% Retained |
| More than one day (or 10%), whichever is less, but less than 25%; | 25% Retained |
| 25% through 50%; | 50% Retained |
| More than 50%; | 100% Retained |
Before your intensive start date, you will receive an email with additional information about the course, including where to meet, what to bring, what to wear, and local lunch options.
Please be aware that a negative covid test and masking may be required for your course. More details will be shared as your course date approaches
