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Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL) |
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If you enjoy being in control and the thrills of cruising on wide-open spaces, you can consider getting yourself a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL). One of the most popular ‘Nauti’ courses in SAFYC, as well as Singapore, the PPCDL course is a comprehensive course that provides you with the freedom to pilot your own craft out on the waters upon passing the required examinations. Get in touch with the daredevil in you and feel the adrenaline rush as you cruise through local and international waters.
Boundaries are non-existent and the best thing is, there are no traffic lights and road demarcations, but do drive safely. Get started by taking up the simple 2-day course at SAFYC, where our veteran instructors will bring you through both the theory and practical know-how’s, bringing you closer to your dream.
 | | | Eligibility / Pre-Requisite for PPCDL Course
Age 16 and above. Must produce valid certificate by a medical practitioner certifying that he/she is not physically handicapped and passed an eyesight test that includes sight and colour vision. | | | PPCDL Course Fees
SAFYC Member: $235.40
SAFRA Member / Chevron Club Member / Student / NSF: $288.90
Public: $321.00
Special deal for applicants with the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)
(**Prices inclusive of 7% GST)
[Application Form] | | | Other Fees
In-house Medical Examination (Optional): $15.00* [Medical Form]
Theory Examination: $20.00* [Theory Examination Form] [Map]
Practical Examination: $50.00* [Map]
License Fee: $50.00
*All fees are subjected to prevailing GST.
Course Duration
2 days (Saturday & Sunday)
9.30am to 3.30pm (Theory Lessons)
3.30pm to 7.30pm (Practical Lessons)
Course Syllabus (Theory & Practical)
Nautical Terms
Equipment & Usage
Emergencies
Mechanical & Electrical Equipment
Pleasure Craft & Singapore Port Regulations
Regulations for Preventing Collision at Sea
Coastal Navigation
General Hints
Relevant Port Marine Circulars & Notices
Practical Boat Handling
Course Materials: A PPCDL Course Handbook and a set of trial theory examination questions.
Course Dates: Every weekend at Sembawang Clubhouse*
*Class will commence with a minimum of 10 participants for courses conducted in English and a minimum of 5 participants for courses conducted in Mandarin
PPCDL Refresher Course
Participants who wish to have additional practical lessons prior to their test may register for a refresher course on their own or ‘craft-pool’ with fellow participants.
Fees: SAFYC PPCDL Course Participants/ SAYFC Member: $100 per hour*.
Additional 10% discount for participants who register during their PPCDL course.
Non-SAFYC Course Participants: $200 per hour* | | | Related Links/Important Information
Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA) – PPCDL
Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) – Guide to Application / Renewal of PPCDL
[Notes to Course Participant]
| | | Path to obtain PPCDL
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