Day 1

Introduction to electrical theory

(includes in class demo of volts, amps, and resistance)

Introduction to Direct Current & Storage Batteries (Lead Acid and LiFePO4)

Selecting, installing, charging, managing

(includes demonstration with battery and devices)

Introduction to DC Systems

Selecting, installing, managing, integrating (summary)

Charging Batteries

Wind, Solar, Engine alternator, Chargers

Safety, Codes, and Best Practices

Review

Day 2

Introduction to Alternating Current & Shore Power

Differences and similarities in different nations power offerings

Connecting to shore power in the US, the EU, and the Caribbean

How to cruise different countries and 'plug in'

Shore power safety and shock hazards on board and in the water

(demo of shore power connections and fault monitoring)

Learning your boats shore power system

Cords, Circuit Breakers, and Panels

AC Systems, loads, and associated risks

Generators for AC

Selecting, maintaining, integrating into your system

AC Battery chargers and Inverter Chargers

Safety, codes, and best practices

Review