E-Propulsion

  • Gain a practical understanding of electric propulsion systems for boats
  • Increased confidence working safely with high-voltage marine systems
  • Awareness of relevant regulatory and standards compliance expectations
  • Practical experience with hands on sessions on full dummy Electric propulsion kits
  • Knowledge to support low-impact, future-focused marine operations
  • Industry recognised CPD certificate

Suitable for marine professionals including designers, surveyors, installers and maintenance technicians with suitable experience in either vessel electrics or conventional propulsion systems who are looking to gain an understanding of the fast growing marine electric propulsion sector and how to safely design and work on electric propulsion systems.

Please note candidates should have completed the BMET qualification prior to attending E-propulsion. Proof of experience in relevant fields may also be accepted. BMET course dates can be viewed here British Marine Electrical Technician BMET :: British Marine

·                  Low Impact Boating - what is low impact boating​

·                  Health And Safety - relevant health and safety legislation and an overview of how to safely work on electric propulsion systems

·                  Boat Electrical Systems Information - an overview of the relevant regulations and standards covering small craft (sub 24m)​

·                  Lithium-ion Battery Systems ​

·                  Overcurrent Protection​

·                  Craft High Voltage Propulsion System Installation and design Considerations ​

·                  Motor Installation Considerations​ -A look at the different types of electric motors currently available and the indiv​dual design considerations for each.

·                  Post Installation checks - recommended post installation checks​

·                  Tools - A look at the tools needed to safely work on the electric propulsion systems​

·                  Practical - work on dummy (non powered) systems with installation exercises

Ross Wombwell and Simon Boyde

£550 member rate

£700 non-member

Please note, if you do not already have them, you will need to purchase copies of the ISO standards for the course, as a minimum ISO 16315. Preferably also 23625 and 13297. 

Members can access our guide on how to purchase ISO standards for as cheaply as possible here - https://www.britishmarine.co.uk/news/2025/april/new-iso-standards-access-guide-published-british-marine

 

Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 March 2026 in Southampton.

Course will run from 09:00-17:00 each day, lunch will be provided.

Book on to this course using this link

Contact training@britishmarine.co.uk for more information