Basic NMEA 2000 Installer Training (BN2K)
Training Overview
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 2000® 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. This course is not intended to teach programming nor to be training for manufacturing developers. This is an 8 hour full day course taught virtual/live and in person/live.
2025 Cost: $520 NMEA member, $1040 non-member. Joining NMEA as a Trade member gets you a FREE installer course as part of your membership fee.
Course Materials Included with Registration: NMEA 2000 Primer from 0400 Installation Standard and color presentation slides.
Pre-requisite: None
Passing Score:
The passing score of any NMEA installer certification exam is 80% or higher. If a student does not pass, they are allowed one (no charge) proctored re take of the exam. This re-take must be arranged by the student and taken within 90 days of the original exam date. If the student does not pass the re-take (or if they do not perform the re-take within 90 days of the original exam date) they must re-attend the training class at a scheduled future date / location, but can do so at a 50% discount.
NMEA 2000 Renewal:
All NMEA 0400 Installation Standard Training Certifications expire three (3) years from the date the certificate is issued. This applies to MEI, AMEI, Basic NMEA 2000, and Advanced NMEA 2000. Renewal material consists of an on-line link with the current course materials that will expire 30 days after payment is received by the NMEA national office. The 50 question test will be sent to you at your request with a 1 hour continuous running time limit. The request for test will also expire after 30 days from receiving payment by the NMEA National Office. The cost to renew is $100 regardless of membership status. To renew, click on the "Renew My Certification" button above.
Over 2 years expired for all NMEA Certificates:
For those who have had their basic NMEA 2000 certification expired for more than 2 years, the individual must re-take the appropriate full training class and exam, but can do so at a 50% discount on the published member or non member price.
NMEA Training Classes Cancellation Policy:
NMEA strives to prepare well in advance for training classes to assure the best student learning experience. We base the classroom selection and lunch delivery on enrollment size. If unforeseen circumstances occur (death or serious illness) the class can be cancelled and refunded at no charge. Otherwise, there is no full refund. The cancellation policy is as follows:
Outside of 2 weeks before training date- Refund less $100 cancellation fee
Students may cancel outside of 2 weeks (for any reason) prior to the class start date. The cancellation fee is $100.
Inside of 2 weeks before training date- Refund less $200 cancellation fee
Students may cancel inside of 2 weeks (for any reason) prior to the class start date. The cancellation fee is $200.
No shows
Students that do not show up without any notice to NMEA will not be eligible for a refund.
NMEA will not be responsible for any expenses associated with the cancellation of a training course
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 2000® 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. This course is not intended to teach programming nor to be training for manufacturing developers. This is an 8 hour full day course taught virtual/live and in person/live.
2025 Cost: $520 NMEA member, $1040 non-member. Joining NMEA as a Trade member gets you a FREE installer course as part of your membership fee.
Course Materials Included with Registration: NMEA 2000 Primer from 0400 Installation Standard and color presentation slides.
Pre-requisite: None
Passing Score:
The passing score of any NMEA installer certification exam is 80% or higher. If a student does not pass, they are allowed one (no charge) proctored re take of the exam. This re-take must be arranged by the student and taken within 90 days of the original exam date. If the student does not pass the re-take (or if they do not perform the re-take within 90 days of the original exam date) they must re-attend the training class at a scheduled future date / location, but can do so at a 50% discount.
NMEA 2000 Renewal:
All NMEA 0400 Installation Standard Training Certifications expire three (3) years from the date the certificate is issued. This applies to MEI, AMEI, Basic NMEA 2000, and Advanced NMEA 2000. Renewal material consists of an on-line link with the current course materials that will expire 30 days after payment is received by the NMEA national office. The 50 question test will be sent to you at your request with a 1 hour continuous running time limit. The request for test will also expire after 30 days from receiving payment by the NMEA National Office. The cost to renew is $100 regardless of membership status. To renew, click on the "Renew My Certification" button above.
Over 2 years expired for all NMEA Certificates:
For those who have had their basic NMEA 2000 certification expired for more than 2 years, the individual must re-take the appropriate full training class and exam, but can do so at a 50% discount on the published member or non member price.
NMEA Training Classes Cancellation Policy:
NMEA strives to prepare well in advance for training classes to assure the best student learning experience. We base the classroom selection and lunch delivery on enrollment size. If unforeseen circumstances occur (death or serious illness) the class can be cancelled and refunded at no charge. Otherwise, there is no full refund. The cancellation policy is as follows:
Outside of 2 weeks before training date- Refund less $100 cancellation fee
Students may cancel outside of 2 weeks (for any reason) prior to the class start date. The cancellation fee is $100.
Inside of 2 weeks before training date- Refund less $200 cancellation fee
Students may cancel inside of 2 weeks (for any reason) prior to the class start date. The cancellation fee is $200.
No shows
Students that do not show up without any notice to NMEA will not be eligible for a refund.
NMEA will not be responsible for any expenses associated with the cancellation of a training course
