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3800 Michigan Avenue
Fort Myers, FL  33916

The waves, the breeze, the sun, the wildlife! Our area is such a natural resource for aquatic activities, not just the fishing, diving, and water sports, but also the great times with family and friends on the water. The restaurant rendezvous, the quiet beaches, the sunsets! Become a marine technologies expert and get involved in boating by demonstrating your expertise in keeping the most technologically advanced marine propulsion units working while helping educate boaters and offering opportunities to experience the fun and togetherness of being on a watercraft. Each year nearly 70 million people in the U.S. enjoy boating, the recreational activity that connects like no other. Life is better on the water! Live the boating lifestyle and become part of this high-paying, high-demand industry. Students are prepared to earn the following certifications: Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certifications: Portable, Mid-Range, Inline, V-Engine; Mercury Marine Fundamentals; and OSHA Forklift Training.

Classroom and laboratory experiences in the Marine Service Technologies program include – theory and operation of the 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, electrical ignition systems, and the safe and efficient work practices in the exploration of all functions of marine power plants. Students will have an opportunity for hands-on laboratory experiences including troubleshooting and repair of power heads, fuel systems, ignition and electrical systems, and accessories.

The following table illustrates the program structure:

Course #

OCP

Course Name

Hours

MTE0003

A

Marine Rigger

300

MTE0090

B

Outboard Engine Technician

300

MTE0074

C

Outboard Engine Diagnostics Technician

150

MTE0092

D

Inboard Gas Engine Technician

300

MTE0093

E

Drive Train Technician

150

MTE0056

F

Inboard Diesel Technician

150

TOTAL HOURS

1350

Hours

1,350 hours
Approximately 12 months
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

What You’ll Learn

  • Introduction to Marine Mechanics & Safety
  • Tools and Fastenings
  • Fundamentals of Marine Mechanics
  • Power Heads (2-cycle)
  • Exhaust Housings (Mid Section) Outboard
  • Lower Units Outboard
  • Inboard/Outboard (4-cycle)
  • Intermediate HousingsValve lash example
  • Outdrive Units-I/O
  • Boat Trailers
  • Dealer Preparation
  • Boat Repair
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Employability Skills

Industry Certifications

  • Yamaha Marine ITOS
  • Yamaha Marine MCP-Portables-Mid-range-Inline, and V-engines
  • Mercury Marine Fundamentals
  • ABYC Systems
  • OSHA Forklift Training

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Career Ready Skills

  • Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.
  • Apply appropriate academic and technical skills.
  • Attend to personal health and financial well-being.
  • Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason.
  • Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions.
  • Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  • Employ valid and reliable research strategies.
  • Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
  • Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management.
  • Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals.
  • Use technology to enhance productivity.
  • Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence.

Employment Opportunities

Students who complete this course can expect to earn a starting salary of $15+ per hour (Actual wages vary according to education, experience, and certifications.)

Instructor

Direct instruction by Mr. Esterline

Steps to Enroll

  1. Attend a Virtual Information Session
  2. Take the CASAS test, if applicable
  3. Obtain official transcripts, if applicable (high school, GED, college, etc.)
  4. Apply for financial aid (official transcripts required)
  5. Provide appropriate residency documents
  6. Complete application packet
  7. Pay application fee

 

Take a look at some videos of Marine students in action:

Students Performing a Valve Lash Adjustment

A Portable Test Run

Program Info

Marine Service Technologies Master Plan of Instruction 2023-24

Program Start Date

January 9, 2024

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