MCA Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC2)

MCA Approved Engine Course AEC1 in Oban. Practical diesel engine training for workboat and commercial crew. Build real skills and confidence.

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5 sessions period

16th November 2026

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£900

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MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC2) in Oban, Scotland providing advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in line with the MCA AEC2 syllabus. Designed for workboat and commercial crew progressing towards engineering roles on small commercial vessels.

It is designed to meet the Certificate of Competency (CoC) requirements for the Small Vessel pathway, covering vessels such as yachts, tugs, workboats, and government patrol vessels under 3000 GT and 9000 kW, operating globally.

This course is a stepping stone for those entering the industry as junior or assistant engineers and progressing towards the Small Vessel Second Engineer Officer qualification.

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