The BTEC National Diploma attracts school leavers and mature students who wish to study in a broad range of marine subjects on a full time basis.
Students are prepared for progression to Higher education or marine supervisory employment.
School leavers must meet entry requirements detailed below whilst mature students are expected to demonstrate previous experience and a keen marine interest in a marine career. The course has many topic areas and is designed to provide a comprehensive theoretical Course Technology Linked strongly with design, science and maths, this unit studies the terminology used specifically within the industry and the common components and equipment found on power and sail boats. Different hull types and their related power or sailing rig configurations. Reviews established construction methods and studies the changes in technology with respect to construction. Students gain practical drawing skills and CAD experience to help enable them to produce installation drawings and construction detail.