Understanding Marine Electronics and NMEA 2000 Installations
March 2 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
$195
Instructors: Jennifer King, Monica Riess
This Cruisers College full-day course will help the students understand how to properly use and install marine electronics on their boat. You will get introduced to the basic electronic components in most marine electronic systems, while gaining a basic understanding of the typical marine electronics installation and how National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) standards apply to your marine electronics installation. You will also learn some troubleshooting tips on how to test new and current equipment, as well as common mistakes to avoid.
Sample of topics covered:
- Basic components of marine electronic installations
- Basic operation of marine electronics
- NMEA 2000 Proper Installation
- Networking Marine Electronics equipment
- Electronics troubleshooting
- New Products for the recreational boater
Jennifer King and Monica Riess are instructors for Skagit Valley College Marine Electronics courses for the last 6 years. They are graduates of the SVC Marine Maintenance and Technology Program. Using course material from the NMEA and field experience, Jen and Monica enjoy teaching future technicians the basics of marine electronic installations. Jen and Monica also run their own marine electronics and electrical repair company, K&R Marine Services, in the Anacortes and La Conner, WA region for the last 11 years. They are both NMEA and ABYC certified and are known for their high quality of work and attention to detail.