Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL)
If you enjoy cruising and wish to pilot your own powered pleasure craft in Singapore waters, consider getting yourself a Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL).
One of the most popular courses in SAFYC, this powerboat course is a comprehensive course that provides you with the freedom to pilot your own craft upon course completion and the passing of the required examinations.
Get started by taking up a 2-day course at SAFYC, where our veteran instructors will bring you through both theory and the practical know-how, and get one step closer to your dream.
新加坡武装部队游艇俱乐部 （SAFYC）开办华文游艇驾驶课程。两天课程包括课堂理论和海上游艇驾驶实习。参加课程后可考取新加坡港务局（MPA）游艇驾照 （PPCDL）。详情可拨电 6758 3359 SAFYC 询问。
Eligibility | - Age 16 and above. |
Course Duration | 2 full days (Saturday & Sunday) |
Course Fees | SAFYC Member – $270.00 *Affiliates refer to those SAF/MINDEF Personnel and/or students with a valid student ID. |
Attire | – Comfortable, casual sporting attire is fine. – Slippers are not allowed. Participants are required to wear either sandals or shoes. – Please feel free to along bring sunglasses, a cap and a spare change of clothing. – Rental of a towel is available at the Frontdesk for $2.00 per day. – Sufficient drinking water |
Course Dates 2023 | 14 - 15 January 2023 28 - 29 January 2023 11 - 12 February 2023 25 - 26 February 2023 11 - 12 March 2023 25 - 26 March 2023 08 - 09 April 2023 13 - 14 May 2023 27 - 28 May 2023 17 - 18 June 2023 24 - 25 June 2023 01 - 02 July 2023 22 - 23 July 2023 05 - 06 August 2023 26 - 27 August 2023 16 - 17 September 2023 30 September - 01 October 2023 14 - 15 October 2023 04 - 05 November 2023 25 - 26 November 2023 09 - 10 December 2023 16 - 17 December 2023 |
Syllabus | – 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. |
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. 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 Fees
PPCDL Refresher (2-hour) – $237.60 for SAFYC Members and Non-members.
To register for our PPCDL course and/or the PPCDL Refresher, please contact our Front desk at 6758 3359 or email us at scangel@safyc.org.sg.
Additional Fees
With effect 1st January 2017, PPCDL exam fees are as follows, all fees are subjected to prevailing GST.
Theory Written Examination; Fees to be paid directly to Singapore Polytechnic
Singaporean: $20.00
Foreigners: $40.00
PPCDL Practical Handling Assessment; Fees to be paid directly to Singapore Polytechnic
Singaporean: $100.00
Foreigner: $150.00
Theory Oral Examination: Fees to be paid directly to Singapore Polytechnic
Singaporean: $50.00
Foreigners: $100.00
License Fee: $20.00; Fees to be paid to Maritime Port Authority
Theory Examination Review Fee: $120.00 per review; Fees to be paid directly to Test Centre
To register for this course, please contact our front desk at 6758 3359 or email us at scangel@safyc.org.sg
By signing up for this course, participants grant SAF Yacht Club permission to use the photographs/videos taken during the course for future promotional materials (printed/electronic).
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