Marine Service Technologies

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Marine Service Technician, Outboard/Inboard Engine Mechanic, Marine Electronics Technician, Service Writer, Boat Rigging Specialist

CAREER PATHWAYS
Manufacturer (OEM) Certifications, Lead Technician or Shop Supervisor, Marine Dealership Management, Self-Employment in Marine Repair Services

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS AND STATE CREDENTIALS
ABYC Marine Service Technician (MST) Certification, OSHA 10-Hour Certification, Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certification: Inline, Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certification: Mid-Range, Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certification: Portable, Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certification: V-Engine

PROGRAM LENGTH: 1350 Hours

NEXT START DATES: September 9, 2026
(dates subject to change)
*Does not apply to Career Dual Enrollment

Program Overview
Program Structure and Courses

Program Overview

The Marine Service Technologies program teaches you to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair boat engines, marine electrical systems, rigging, and fiberglass structures. You’ll work on outboard, inboard, and personal watercraft engines, learning skills that apply to recreational and commercial vessels.

Training takes place in a marine workshop environment, giving you real-world experience with diagnostic equipment and tools. This program prepares you for industry certifications and positions in marinas, dealerships, and manufacturing companies.

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Program Structure and Courses

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of six occupational completion points. This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S. Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44 (3) (b), F.S.

The following table illustrates the postsecondary 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

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