Press Releases

For Immediate Release 03-02

Contacts: Caroline Chetelat, (410) 956-1050 cchetelat@abycinc.org

January 23, 2003, Edgewater, MD: The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) "Basic Marine Engines" course is scheduled for March 10 - 12, 2003 at the Hilton St. Louis in St. Louis, MO. This three-day program is designed as a generic primer for both gasoline and diesel fueled engines and related systems. This is an excellent educational opportunity for anyone with a basic mechanical background or who is just entering into the marine field and would like to learn the basics of troubleshooting, maintaining and installing marine engines.

Topics to be covered include:

• How engines work and engine fundamentals;
• Differences between gas and diesel gasoline engines, and how marine engines may differ from their land based counter-parts;
• Fuel systems (both gas and diesel);
• Ignition systems on gasoline fueled engines;
• Basic ABYC exhaust system requirements;
• Engine cooling systems (both fresh and raw water will be explained);
• Extensive troubleshooting methods and procedures; and
• Basic marine drive systems.

Registration:
The registration fee for this course is $449 for ABYC members, and $600 for non-members. To register for this program and view a full course description, please visit the ABYC Web Site at www.abycinc.org or call (410) 956-1050. Space is limited.

ABYC has been developing, writing and updating the safety standards for boat building and repair in the United States for nearly 50 years and is actively involved with the development of international standards as well as certification programs for marine technicians. These standards are available on CD-ROM and in printed form. Membership and general information can be requested by calling (410) 956-1050 or by visiting the ABYC Web Site at www.abycinc.org.