Marine Technology

Students will be introduced to professional work standards; shop safety; and the proper use of hand, measuring and precision tools. Students will learn the fundamentals of engine repair and operation for the internal combustion engine, including two-stroke and four-stroke operations. Also covered will be the lubrication, cooling and exhaust systems as well as the differences between outboard and sterndrive systems. Students will learn to perform the steps required to diagnose and service marine engines with mechanical-related concerns.

Students will learn to perform procedures for rigging outboard motors, aligning sterndrive engines, instrument gauge installation and electrical hookup, remote control, and predelivery adjustments. The importance of rigging, as it relates to customer satisfaction, will be emphasized. Students also will perform setup, installation and maintenance procedures for common optional equipment, including trailers, trolling motors and depth finders. Introduction to the use of trailers, trailer adjustments, wheel bearings maintenance, lighting (LED/incandescent) and vehicle connectors.

Students will become familiar with various service department job functions with dealerships of major manufacturers, including Honda Marine, Mercury Marine, MerCruiser, Suzuki, Volvo, Penta BRP, and Yamaha. They will learn how the technician functions in the dealership in dealing with parts, inventory, warranties, repair orders, technical bulletins, flat rates and service manuals. Students will use hands-on approaches to learn the importance of the various roles in these areas. They will be required to demonstrate knowledge and abilities through written tests and the use of unique training workstations that utilize manufacturers’ computer software.

Students will learn to identify carburetor and EFI fuel systems on various outboards and sterndrives. They will gain hands-on experience in diagnosing minor fuel system problems, rebuilding carburetors, and performing basic synchronization adjustments on various fuel system configurations. In addition, injector cleaning, replacement, fuel pressure and filters for outboards, inboards, jet and sterndrive applications will be discussed. Upon completion of this course, students will be familiar with procedures to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair various fuel systems with special attention to carburetors, EFI systems, and diagnostic tools. Various types of oils and lubricant rating systems used in the marine industry are covered, as well as troubleshooting and repairing different types of lubrication systems.

Students will be introduced to professional work standards; shop safety; and the proper use of hand tools, measuring, precision instruments and diagnostic devices for outboard engines and drive systems. Students will learn the fundamentals of engine operation and repair for the internal combustion engine, including two-stroke and four-stroke operations. Also covered will be the lubrication, cooling, ignition, fuel delivery and exhaust systems. Students will learn to perform the steps required to diagnose and service marine engines with electromechanical-related concerns.

Students will be introduced to professional work standards; shop safety; and the proper use of hand tools, measuring, precision instruments and diagnostic devices for inboard engines and drive systems. Students will learn the fundamentals of engine operation and repair for the internal combustion engine. Also covered will be the lubrication, cooling, ignition, fuel delivery and exhaust systems. Students will learn to perform the steps required to diagnose and service marine engines with electro-mechanical related concerns.