Yacht Surveying 1

Welcome!

The term “surveying” has various meanings: 

1. To carefully examine the entirety of something, particularly to form a general impression of it. 
2. To study and provide a general description of something.
3. To measure and document the characteristics of a piece of land, for instance, for mapping or construction purposes.
4. To inquire about the opinions or behavior of a group of people by asking them a series of questions.

Yacht Surveying encompasses all of the above definitions:

1. Carefully inspecting every part of the yacht to form a general impression of it. 
2. Familiarizing oneself with the construction and design of the yacht.
3. Taking measurements of various components and areas of the yacht, and recording these measurements.
4. Investigating reasons for any issues or damages, or monitoring the yacht’s behavior while at sea. 

In conclusion, yacht surveying involves the inspection of a yacht or a boat conducted by a Marine Surveyor, who is a professional acting on behalf of a client. As we will unfold during the course, various types of surveys are possible depending on their purpose and goal (e.g., pre-purchase, condition, damage, rig and sails, valuations, and sea trials surveys).

The course

The first of a two-part series dedicated to Yacht Surveying, this course is for those who want professional insight into Yacht Surveying and/or plan to venture further into this area.

The course is divided into four sections:

• Introduction and Regulatory Matters: This section covers the main rules and regulations regarding yachts and boats. It also explores the key organizations in the marine industry and their roles.
• Types of Surveys: This section discusses the various types of surveys that surveyors may be asked to conduct. It also addresses the organizations involved in requesting and providing instructions for these surveys.
• Surveying Crafts of Different Construction Materials: Here, we examine the primary construction materials used in boatbuilding and the specific considerations for inspecting boats based on their construction materials. 
• The Survey Process: This section presents important aspects of the survey process, from receiving an appointment for a survey to finalizing the report and delivering it to the client. It also offers practical guidance on safety-related matters.

What will you learn?

Upon completing this course, you will have gained knowledge about:

• Different organizations in the marine industry.
• Rules and regulations related to boats and yachts and how they may affect Yacht Surveyors’ activity.
• The different types of surveys and important considerations related to each one.
• Organizations that may be directly involved in requesting and giving instructions for performing those surveys.
• The survey process, including preparation, safety issues, instructions, tools, and reporting.

Course Organization

The course is video-based and on-demand, allowing you to learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever you want.

It includes videos, quizzes, and downloadable documents, and provides access to the course’s virtual private classroom, where you can interact with the instructor and other students.

Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Course Certificate. To obtain the Course Certificate, you must complete all lessons, pass the quizzes, and have your Course Assignment approved.

– Resources:

• Video lessons.
• English captions.
• Written materials.
• Quizzes.
• Final Assignment.
• Access to the Virtual Private Classroom.
• Course Certificate.

– Classroom:

– Prerequisites:

• To follow the course, no prior knowledge of Yacht Surveying is required.

• A minimum Navalapp membership level of “Subscriber” (free membership) is required to enroll in this course.