Marine Refrigeration Course

This course covers the principles of refrigeration for the marine and offshore industry. The first two days look at the theory of thermodynamics, the vapour compression cycle, energy efficiency and the repair process. The next two days are fully practical, and you will be trained on how to repair a system to industry standards. The final day is exams.

Some of the types of equipment we discuss include:

• • • • Provisions Refrigeration Systems including multiple evaporator circuits
      • Chillers and Chilled Water Systems
      • Seawater Cooling Units
      • Air Conditioning Chillers
      • Auxillary Refrigeration Systems
      • Galley Walk-in Cooler and Freezer Rooms
      • Control Room Air Conditioning Systems
      • Electrical Switchroom Cooling Systems
      • Living Quarters Air Conditioning & Chillers

COURSE CONTENT

• • • F-Gas & ODS Regulations
    • Health and Safety Requirements – Brazing, Pressure Testing and Refrigerant Handling
    • COSHH – Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (2002)
    • MSDS – Material Safety Data Sheets
    • Combustible & Toxic substances – Refrigerants, Mustard Gas (Phosgene)
    • Brazing Refrigeration Pipework to industry standards
    • Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer Principles
    • Refrigeration System Components
    • Repairing Leaks on Sea-Water Cooling Systems
    • Pressure Testing to Industry Standards
    • System Evacuation & Record Keeping
    • Charging Refrigerant & Leak Checking
    • Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures
    • Refrigerant & Oil Recovery
    • Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes

CERTIFICATION

The type of certification is based on where you attend the course:

Devon, UK – City & Guilds 2079 certificate + TWE Certificate of Completion

Palma, Mallorca, Spain – TWE Certificate of Completion

Please Note: The course in Spain does not include the C&G 2079 FGas qualification as it is not a requirement for the marine industry. Should you wish to obtain this qualification anyway, then you can either compete the full 5 day course at our UK training facility OR do the 5 day course in Palma and then just sit the C&G 2079 exams with us in the UK. The exams can be completed in 1 day at our UK training facility.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?

Specifically for marine and offshore personnel who need to repair refrigeration systems. This course will give you the skills needed to confidently repair and commission refrigeration and air conditioning systems in these environments.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Devon, UK: £1,500+VAT
Palma, Mallorca, Spain: £1,500+VAT

HOW DO I BOOK THE COURSE?

Secure your place using the online booking option below. You can also call our office on +44 (0) 1823 709712 or email your enquiry to [email protected]

This training is carried out by Tradewinds Engineering Ltd

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