Damage & Claims – Basic 

The course is designed for the marine surveyor who is not presently engaged in, or with limited experience in, the damage and claims segment of the profession. The goal is to allow the surveyor to accept a claims assignment and to discharge his duties and obligations in a proper and professional manner. Primarily, a case study method is used applying principles to past cases from the instructor’s files. Although some elements of specific damage to structures and systems are covered, the student is presumed to have a technical knowledge of the repair of yachts and small craft.

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Enrollment is limited to 20 students. In order to encourage balanced input during the class and to facilitate and encourage casual interaction among students and instructors after class, usually three instructors will attend each class. Reading and preparation outside of class time is expected. In order to receive a certificate of completion, a score of 80% on a twenty-question test and submission of a satisfactory damage survey report is required.

Tuition & Fees

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)

The course is not intended to be a claims seminar for the continuing education of the practicing damage surveyor on the finer points and late developments in a claim practice. Steve Knox’s annual seminar, among others, is the proper venue for some.

Damage and Claims Survey – Basic is a continuing education program designed for practicing surveyors wishing to expand their knowledge and expertise in the Surveying field. It is not Licensed by the Florida Department of Education Commission for Independent Education.

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.