Marine Service Technology Overview (5453)
Type of Award
CCP - Career Certificate Program Certificate
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-industry/default.aspx
Program Description
The Marine Service Technology program will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to obtain employment in the marine industry. This 1,350 hour program employs theory and laboratory work to cover a broad range of entry-level skills that will provide a solid foundation for a career in the industry.
Admission Requirements
- No high school diploma or GED is required. (To be eligible to receive federal student aid, you must: Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or have complete homeschooling)
- Complete an Application for Admission, located at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/Admissions-Applications
- Take the Test of Adult Education (TABE) exam if not exempt from TABE testing. To determine if you are exempt, please go to this link and view TABE Standards.
- Send request for official high school transcripts, GED, or validated foreign equivalent to the Admissions Office.
- Attend a program information session and meet with the Trade and Industry advisor.
Completion Requirements
- Successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
- Students must pass the TABE with the following minimum TABE test scores: Reading: 9; Language: 9; Mathematics: 9 or qualify for TABE exemption.
- All financial responsibilities must be satisfied.
Program Length
Daytime: 1350 clock hours - 45 weeks/ Evenings: 1350 clock hours - 70 weeks
Location
This program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
For More Information
Stephen Spencer, Program Director, spencers@palmbeachstate.edu (561) 868-3542
Employment Opportunities
Upon completion of this program, students may seek employment as entry-level marine technicians in dealerships, independent service/repair shops, or boat maintenance facilities. Students may choose to enter jobs as technicians, service advisors, parts specialists or entrepreneurs.
Career Path Notes
This program provides instruction in the broad area of inboard and outboard boat repairs and general maintenance specialization. Student competencies to exit the program for employment are established by the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC).
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
Required Courses (Clock Hours: 1350)
| MTE0005 | Introduction to Marine Service (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0006 | Marine Rigging Concepts (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0093 | Drive Train Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0055 | Inboard Engines (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0057 | Inboard Diesel Engines Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0092 | Inboard Gasoline Engine Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0094 | Outboard Engines (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0091 | Outboard Engine Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0074 | Outboard and Inboard Engine Diagnostics Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
Total Credit Hours: 1350
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Clock Hours: 450)
| MTE0005 | Introduction to Marine Service (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0006 | Marine Rigging Concepts (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0093 | Drive Train Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Clock Hours: 450)
| MTE0055 | Inboard Engines (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0057 | Inboard Diesel Engines Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0094 | Outboard Engines (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
Term One - Fall (Year Two) (Clock Hours: 150)
| MTE0074 | Outboard and Inboard Engine Diagnostics Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
Term Three - Summer (Year One) (Clock Hours: 300)
| MTE0091 | Outboard Engine Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
| MTE0092 | Inboard Gasoline Engine Technician (CCP) | 150 Clock Hours |
Total Credit Hours: 1350