IIMS Diploma in Yacht & Small Craft Surveying
Course Prospectus
The Core Modules (YA to YF) are compulsory and are to be studied by all candidates.
In order to sit the examination for the Yacht & Small Craft Surveying, Specialist Modules (Y1-Y5) must be studied.
In addition you MUST select one of the three modules: (Y6 Y7 Y8)
Download the course propectus (with application form)
Compulsory Core Modules
Marine Surveying Practice
Module (YA)
The Marine Surveyor's Customer Base
- The Structure of the Surveying Industry
- Safety
- Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor, Customer Relations & Courtesy
- Quality & Audits
- Port State Control - The Role of Flag & Port Legislation in the Yacht Industry
- Risk Management & Formal Safety Assessment (FSA)
- Surveys and Survey Organisations
- Management & Organisation Functions
- The Professional Surveyor
- Investigations & Consultancy
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
Basic Report Writing
Module (YB)
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
- Structure of Reports
Law & Insurance
Module (YC)
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Basic Stability
Module (YD)
- Static Stability
- Anti-Rolling Devices
- Ballast and GM
- Dynamical Stability
Mechanics and Materials
Module (YE)
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Health and Safety
Module (YF)
- What is Health and Safety?
- Duties and Obligations to Oneself and others
- Safe Working Practice and the Safe Working Platform
- The Law of Health and Safety
- Legal Duties and Responsibilities
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- The Effective Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Practical Application to the Workplace
Specialist Modules
GRP/FRP Vessels
Module (Y1)
Author - Mr Ian Biles
A detailed review of resin chemistry, reinforcement, building techniques, problems with the structure, osmosis, damage and repairs. Does not include yacht systems.
Yacht and Small Craft Engineering
Module (Y2)
Author - Mr Geoff Waddington
Discussing operational faults on all engines. Holding down bolts and engine beds. Looking at crankcase ventiliation and exhaust systems.
Steel Vessels
Module (Y3)
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
A detailed review of steel and how it is made, chemistry of different steels, corrosion of steel and protection, welding, yacht building in steel, surveying, ndt inspection (ultrasonics), damage and repairs.
Wood Vessels
Module (Y4)
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
An in depth review of timber, how it is selected, different types, cutting and drying, rot and preservation, how it is used in building, different types of construction, performance in service, surveying, damage and repairs.
Rigging and sails
Module (Y5)
Author - Mr Ian Nicolson
An in depth review of different rig types, types of mast material and construction, types of rigging, particular problems, sail cloth & manufacture, surveying damage & repair.
Yacht and Small Craft Systems
Module (Y6)
Author - Mr Geoff Waddington
A detailed review of water, sewage, gas, electrical and fuel systems, legal requirements, differing standards, surveying and repairs.
Inland waterway Vessels
Module (Y7)
Author - Mr Paul Smith
Covering the scope of a typical narrowboat pre-purchase survey, the typcial narrowboat hulls and system installation, testing techniques, types of defect that may be found, hull repair methods, applicable standards and regulations and pointers as to further research, background reading and training courses.
Valuations
Module (Y8)
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Valuation methodology, sources of data, confidence limits, depreciation scales, production boats and specialist craft, use of brokers.
