Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC 2)

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Where to take Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC 2)

Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC 2) is available at 5 providers in Spain, Ireland, South Africa and United Kingdom, from € 990.00.

Provider Location Next date Upcoming dates Format From Dates and prices
Seascope Maritime Training Palma Palma, Spain 7 Nov 2026 2 In person € 995.00 View dates
The Seamanship Centre Killybegs, Ireland 16 Nov 2026 2, more on request In person € 990.00 View dates
PYT – Durban Durban, South Africa 7 Dec 2026 13 In person On request View dates
South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom 7 Dec 2026 2 In person € 1 033.00 View dates
BLUEOCEAN SUPERYACHT TRAINING Cape Town, South Africa On request On request In person On request View dates

About Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC 2)

Overview:

AEC 2 is a mandatory course for students enrolled in the new small vessel route to second engineer. It covers refrigeration, legislation (books and records), maintenance systems and techniques, safe systems of work, lifting and slinging, electrical distribution, basic hydraulic systems, fresh water and sewage systems.

The objective of the AEC 2 course is to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience of additional areas, as laid down in the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) AEC 2 syllabus. 

Prerequisites:

To complete the AEC 2 course, you must:

  • be at least 18 years of age; 
  • have completed the STCW 2010 compliant basic safety training; and,
  • have completed an approved AEC 1 course or an accepted equivalent.

Duration:

This course is run over the period of 1 week with both theory and practical training.

See where Approved Engine Course 2 (AEC 2) fits in your career on the Engineering career path.