BoatHowTo.com is the most dependable source of technical knowledge for sailors and boaters around the world. Their online courses and guides help users to enjoy trouble-free boating and solve both common and not-so-common technical problems on their own boats. Developed by renowned marine electrical ‘guru’ Nigel Calder, together with Dr. Jan C. Athenstädt and Michael Herrmann, the courses can help you save money (you don’t have to hire someone every time something goes wrong) and become a self-reliant cruiser.
The online learning is broken down into easy-to-follow modules and lessons, supported by videos with the opportunity to make comments and ask questions, making it ideal for both existing and aspiring cruising sailors and boaters anywhere in the world.
Boat Electrics 101 – Safe & Reliable DC Systems – will help you to understand, extend or rewire your boat’s DC systems.
Advanced Marine Electrics course dives deeper into topics that go beyond DC systems. The program consists of independent modules with topics such as Grounding and Lightning protection, AC systems, Alternator and Generator installation, Energy Efficient Systems, and Lithium-Ion battery technology. A diesel engine course is in the works.
Learn more on the BoatHowTo website.