IIMS Diploma in Yacht & Small Craft Surveying
The Core Modules (One-Seven) are compulsory and are to be studied by all candidates.
In order to sit the examination for the Yacht & Small Craft Surveying Diploma, four Specialist Modules (A-Q) must be studied.
Core Modules
The Marine Environment & the Marine Surveyor
Module One
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)
Marine Surveying - Its role and its management
- Surveys and Survey Organisations
- Management & Organisational Functions
- The Professional Surveyor
- Investigations & Consultancy
Survey Practice for the Marine Surveyor
Module Two
- Defining a Marine Surveyor
- Types of Surveyors
- Subjects of Survey
- Types of Surveys
A Guide to Writing & Reporting for Surveyors
Module Three
- Effective Writing & Reporting
- Information Technology in Marine Surveying
Legal & Insurance Matters
Module Four
- Professional Negligence
- Maritime Law
- Marine Insurance
Mechanics, Materials and Structures
Module Five
- Force, Stress and Strain
- Materials
- Structural Configuration
- Breakdown of Materials
Module Six
Health & Safety for the Marine Surveyor
- 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
Business Management for the Marine Surveyor
Module Seven
- Preparing a Business Plan
- Marketing Strategy
- Selling Your Services
- Customer Services and Dealing with Complaints
- Finance & Accounting
Specialist Modules
GRP/FRP Vessels
Module A
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.
Wood vessels
Module B
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.
Steel Vessels
Module C
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.
Aluminium & Ferro Craft
Module D
Author - Capt Ian Wilkins
An in depth review of aluminium and how it is made, chemistry of different types of aluminium, corrosion of aluminium and protection, welding, yacht building in aluminium, surveying, NDT inspection (ultrasonics) damage and repairs.
The Recreational Craft Directive
Module E
Author - Mr Tim Rowe
Background to the directive, review of requirements, application to the building process, documentation.
UK Code Compliance Surveys
Module F
Author - Mr Ross Hunter
Background to the development of the different codes, overview of each code, code compliance surveys, certifying authorities.
ABYC and US Requirements
Module G
Author - Mr Gene Sipe
American Boat and Yacht Council building standards, USCG standards that apply to yachts and small craft, surveying to US standards.
Fundamentals of Yacht & Small Craft Engineering
Module H
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
The examination of yacht machinery from a visual and performance stand point. Appreciation of some of the design principles underpinning good practice. Preparation for survey.
Engine Surveys
Module I
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
A detailed review of yacht and small craft engines and the particular problems that they face to include diesel, petrol engines, inboard and outboard, types of drive, propeller, water jet and surface piercing, auxiliary machinery, generators, sewage systems, reverse osmosis plants, heating and air conditioning.
Yacht & Small Craft Systems
Module J
Author - Mr Fred Cousins
A detailed review of water, sewage, gas, electrical and fuel systems, legal requirements, differing standards, surveying and repairs.
Rigging and Sails
Module K
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.
Sea Trials
Module L
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Preparation for and conduct of sea trials for small craft, collection of data, techniques to use.
Valuations
Module M
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Valuation methodology, sources of data, confidence limits, depreciation scales, production boats and specialist craft, use of brokers.
Naval Architecture & Stability
Module N
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Shape and size definition. Tonnage. The calculation of areas and volumes. Moments and Centres. Elementary Stability. Resistance and Propulsion.
Investigating Maritime Incidents
Module O
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Part 1: Background to Marine Accident Investigation. The Human Factor in Investigations. Managing the Investigations. Witness and Interviews. Collecting Physical Evidence. Analysis, Tools and Techniques.
Part 2: Interviewing & Social Skills. Types of Memory. Questions and Questioning. The Cognitive Interview.
The Safety Culture & Surveying
Module P
Author - Mr Ian Biles
Yacht Safety Standards - International, National, Professional and Customary. Equipment requirements - area definitions, safety equipment, specific standards, technical references.
Inland Waterway Vessels
Module Q
Author - Mr Paul Smith
Covering the scope of a typical narrowboat prepurchase survey, the typical 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.
