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National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) Programs

4-Day Full Program or 2-Day Modules

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Enhance your skills in marine electronics with our NMEA Marine Electronics Installer Training Package. Taught by experienced instructors and built on the official National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) curriculum, this training is available as two individual courses or as a discounted combo package. Students can choose to enroll in the Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training (BMEI), the Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K), or complete both courses consecutively to maximize their training and certification opportunities.

These programs are designed for marine electronics installers, boat builders, engine mechanics, riggers, surveyors, product designers, and others in the marine industry who want to gain recognized credentials and hands-on knowledge in marine electronics installation. Whether you’re entering the field or looking to advance your expertise, this training provides the foundation you need to succeed.

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My family (wife, 2 sons and myself) had a great weekend at Chapman this past weekend. Captain Al was awesome to add vivid examples to the didactic so we could all understand better.

- Ralph Gousse, 2022

2025/2026 CLASS SCHEDULE

Full NMEA Program – Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training & Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training

 

COURSE NO. START DATE ENDING DATE Holidays
10-25  CLASS FULL 10/13/2025 10/17/2025 10/15/2025
01-26 01/12/2026 01/16/2026 01/14/2026
03-26 03/16/2026 03/20/2026 03/18/2026

Classes meet daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

 

Individual NMEA Modules:

Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training (BMEI)

 

COURSE NO. START DATE ENDING DATE Holidays
10-25  CLASS FULL 10/13/2025 10/14/2025
01-26 01/12/2026 01/13/2026
03-26 03/16/2026 03/17/2026

Classes meet daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K)

 

COURSE NO. START DATE ENDING DATE Holidays
10-25  CLASS FULL 10/16/2025 10/17/2025
01-26 01/15/2026 01/16/2026
03-26 03/19/2026 03/20/2026

Classes meet daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Enhance your skills in marine electronics with our NMEA Marine Electronics Installer Training Package. Taught by experienced instructors and built on the official National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) curriculum, this training is available as two individual courses or as a discounted combo package. Students can choose to enroll in the Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training (BMEI), the Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K), or complete both courses consecutively to maximize their training and certification opportunities.

These programs are designed for marine electronics installers, boat builders, engine mechanics, riggers, surveyors, product designers, and others in the marine industry who want to gain recognized credentials and hands-on knowledge in marine electronics installation. Whether you’re entering the field or looking to advance your expertise, this training provides the foundation you need to succeed.

Course Description

    Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training (BMEI)

    The Basic Marine Electronics Installer Course (BMEI) is suitable for marine electronic installers, engine mechanics, boat builders, riggers, product designers, surveyors, etc. This is an introductory course in marine electronics installation that clarifies and defines competent installation practices. An MEI certificate is an indication of a working knowledge of NMEA’s 0400 Installation Standard.

     

    Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K)

    The Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training is primarily targeted for the beginner or those who have been installing NMEA 2000 but would like more information, clarity, and an opportunity to share ideas with others who have installed NMEA 200 networks. Topics include cables, connectors, specifications, physical planning and documentation, power sources and distribution, voltage drop calculations, data messages (parameter group numbers), connecting to other data sources, network setup, and troubleshooting.

    You will take from this class the near-term and long-term benefits of NMEA 2000 certified equipment, accepted installation practices for NMEA 2000 backbone cable and products, including selection of cable, power application point, and alternatives that make it work best. You will also have sufficient working knowledge of NMEA 2000 so you may successfully troubleshoot problems when they arise and correctly identify/repair/replace the faulty device(s) or network cabling problems.

Admission

    More details coming soon!

Tuition & Fees
    Full NMEA Program – Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training & Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training
    Non-refundable Tuition $900.00
    Basic Marine Electronics Installer Training (BMEI)
    Non-refundable Tuition $550.00
    Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K)
    Non-refundable Tuition $550.00

     

    • Payment of full tuition is due with the completed and signed Registration Form and a copy of an Official Photo ID.
    • Tuition includes books, supplies, and laboratory fees.
    • Tuition does not include housing, board, or transportation.
    • All costs are payable in U.S. currency only.
    • The Chapman School accepts Discover, Visa, MasterCard, or American Express.
On-Campus Housing Starting at $50/Night

    Student Housing

    Description
    Campus housing consists of dormitory apartments. Each unit contains a bedroom, convertible living room/bedroom, bath, kitchenette, and a covered porch. The number of students per unit during this program is a maximum of three. All units are air-conditioned, fully furnished, and equipped with a refrigerator, countertop range, and cooking utensils. Housing is offered on a space-available basis. The School is not responsible for the loss of any personal property. Sorry, no pets.

    Housing Fees: (Shared Rate)

    Housing Fee $50.00/Night

     

    Housing Fee (per night)….$50.00 per person
    Housing fee includes utilities.

    Housing Refunds

    • Housing Fees are due 30 days prior to the start of class.
    • If a student cannot attend the class in which he or she is registered, housing fees are refundable.
    • Once a student moves into the facilities, no fees will be refunded.
    • If a credit card was used as the original method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount charged will apply for all refund transactions.
    • In the event any student does damage to the accommodations, he or she will be responsible for the replacement cost and labor required to repair the damaged Chapman School property.
Certification

    More details coming soon!

Brochures and Registration Forms
Refund Policy
      • If the application for Registration is not accepted by the School, all payments made by the applicant will be refunded.
      • If cancellation is requested within three (3) business days after signing the Registration Form, all payments will be refunded in accordance with the buyer’s right to cancel.
      • If the School cancels the program due to insufficient student enrollment, I may be rescheduled to a future class, or all payments made will be refunded.
      • In the event that I am unable to attend the class for which I am registered the following change/ refund policy will apply:
        1. If cancellation is requested more than three (3) business days after signing the Registration Form but, before the beginning of classroom instruction, the applicant is obligated for the non-refundable Tuition.
        2. Where notice is provided to the School more than fourteen (14) days before the start of class, a student may transfer to another class (if available), upon payment of a $50.00 transfer fee.
        3. Where notice is provided to the School less than 14 days before the start of class to cancel, or if the applicant does not arrive for the scheduled class, or if the applicant wishes to withdraw from class once classes have begun, the applicant may be obligated for the full amount of the tuition.
      • If a credit card was used as the original method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount refunded will apply for all transactions.
      • Applicable refunds are made within thirty (30) days.

      Other Travel Considerations

      If you are traveling to the School from outside of Florida we strongly suggest you purchase refundable airfares, or arrange trip cancellation insurance.

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