Marine Engineer Apprenticeship

Open Event and Taster Day at Falmouth Marine School

20 November 2021, 10:00-15:00

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Anchors aweigh! Students complete epic charity boat project

7th September 2021

A Cornish Pilot Gig built by local college students for a Cornish Veteran’s charity will take its maiden voyage this week, 35 years after a previous college cohort built its predecessor.

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Opportunities showcased at Cornwall’s only specialist marine college

17th March 2021

Falmouth Marine School is to showcase the incredible opportunities available for those looking to begin a nautically themed career with a virtual event this month.

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Former serviceman teaching boat builders of the future

24th November 2020

A lecturer who retrained after completing 22 years of service in the Military is highlighting to others the massive amount of retraining options available.

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Students get hands on with latest underwater technology

13th November 2020

Marine Engineering & Marine Science students are excited to be working with the latest technology in the industry.

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Boatbuilding Diploma

Level 2 • Full-time • Falmouth Marine School

If you like boats and boating, or like the idea of a future in the thriving Marine Sector and you love working with your hands, creating something spectacular; then Boatbuilding could very well be the career path for you. This is a course that you can really get stuck into. You’ll notice there is a large practical element to the course and you will spend a great deal of time in our dedicated boatbuilding workshops, at the heart of Cornwall’s Marine Industry. You’ll be looking at all the aspects of being a Boatbuilder, from simple re-finishing, repairs and restorations to new-build projects. Our workshop features industry-standard equipment, exactly like a working Boatyard. We have strong connections with local boatbuilding companies, and those employers know a boatbuilding qualification from Falmouth Marine School, and The Cornwall College Group means you have the very best skills of a crafts person. So, if you dream of creating exotic boats with beautiful flowing curves, then this is the best place to start. As a Level 2 course, this diploma is all about introducing you to the marine industry and developing your essential boatbuilding skills. You’ll be learning from experienced professionals, who are there to give you the very best start to your career.

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Marine Engineering Diploma

Level 3 • Full-time • Falmouth Marine School

If the possibility of a career filled with challenges, job satisfaction and travel appeals you, then maybe you should consider studying to become a marine engineer. Our Level 3 Marine Engineering diploma is predominantly a practical programme, focused on giving learners the ability to diagnose, analyse and calibrate marine mechanical systems and components found on in board and outboard engines. Learning is focused around fault analysing, diagnosing, and servicing and maintaining of marine mechanical systems and components. Our workshop at Falmouth marine school is one of the largest marine specific training areas in the U.K, allowing leaners to utilise a wide variety of specialist tools to perform maintenance and diagnostic processes on our industry endorsed equipment. Choosing to study at Falmouth Marine School means that you will be joining a college with 100 years of training experience, whilst learning from our industry experts will give you the best start to your future career.

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Marine Outboard Motor Maintainance

Professional Qualification • Part-time • Falmouth Marine School

This 4 day course is designed to introduce people into basic maintenance and servicing of outboard engines from 4hp to 70hp 2 stroke and 4 stroke. This practical course will enable the individual to complete all the checks and service requirements for an outboard motor It will also enable you to understand and rectify systematic fault finding on E.F.I (electronic fuel injection) systems, gearbox removal and calibration, cam belt replacement and valve clearance procedures. The course will also cover engine theory and fault finding procedures/test procedures.

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