The
Marine Service Technology program focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting,
repairing, removing, and installing marine engines and systems in pleasure
boats, yachts, and commercial craft.
Content includes service, repair, and
overhaul of four-stroke and two-stroke cycle engines and outboard engines.
Electrical systems, fuel systems, power transfer systems, ignition systems,
cooling systems, lubrication systems, and drive systems and boat/trailer
rigging.
Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program and include
using the tools, equipment, materials, and processes found in the marine
industry.
Graduates are prepared for employment as machinery, marine engine, or outboard motor mechanics.
Students are eligible to SkillsUSA. (Click for more information
about SkillsUSA)
CONTENT:
Adult students…
PROGRAM LENGTH: The program takes about one
year (1350 hours) to complete. Classes meet Monday through Friday from 7:25 am to
1:55 pm.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Student's competency in math, language, and
reading is pre-assessed. Required basic skills grade levels are: Reading-9;
Math-9; and Language-9.
ENTRANCE DATES: This program is open for enrollment
four times a
year, beginning each Quarter. (Click
here for dates.)
HOW TO REGISTER: Call an SCTI counselor at (941) 924-1365 x62286.
First Place Winner: SkillsUSA National Competition 2004
"I wasn't expecting to hear my name when they announced the FIRST PLACE winner for Marine Service Technology at the National SkillsUSA competition in Kansas City. I came to SCTI to learn how to fix my boat, and I found that I love it. I'm going to continue my education and earn a degree in
business."
Kyle Whetsel
SCTI Marine Service Technology 2004
High school students…
PROGRAM LENGTH: Students attend morning (7:25 to 10:10 am) or
afternoon (10:50 am to 1:30 pm) sessions for 1 – 2 years as juniors and/or
seniors.
ENTRANCE DATES: This is a two-year program for high school
students. Seniors may enter and complete a one-year program. Students can
earn up to 4 credits per year towards graduation.
Classes meet Monday through Friday on a half-day basis. Students may
choose to attend morning (7:25 – 10:15 am) or afternoon (10:50 to 1:30 pm)
sessions.
HOW TO REGISTER: Contact your high school’s guidance counselor or
call an SCTI counselor at (941) 924-1365 x62286.
Student Organizations
"There is such a market for marine mechanics in the area, you are almost guaranteed to get a
job."