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Cruisers Marine Electrical Basics

by Bluewater Cruising Association 26 Oct 2018 17:06 AEDT
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In preparation for cruising, learn about your yacht's electrical system with Jeff Cote.

A systems design engineer (BASc), Jeff is actively involved in the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) and is a member of its Certified Marine Electronics Technician development committee. As Western Canada's only NMEA instructor, he holds a NMEA advanced marine electronic installer certification; he also holds marine electrical certification through the American Boat and Yacht Council. Jeff is a certified installer of Raymarine and Garmin electronics.

  • Vancouver Maritime Museum, 1905 Ogden Avenue, Vancouver, BC
  • 17 Nov 2018 1000h - 1630h
  • Members $65 / Non-Members $115
  • Jeff Cote, Pacific Yacht Systems Inc.

In this session, we will look at the best options for preparing your boat's electrical systems for cruising! What do you need to consider for batteries, charging, and power management overall when you are offshore?

We will look at all the key electrical components, circuits and discuss electrical problems using a multi meter. The goal is to work towards electrical system's self-sufficiency while cruising near or far.

For more information and to register – Click here

This article has been provided by the courtesy of Bluewater Cruising Association.

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