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Marine Technology Yachting 101 Certificate of Achievement (CA)

About the Program

The Marine Technology Yachting 101 Certificate of Achievement can provide the skills necessary for an apprentice to qualify as trained entry-level marine technicians, as well as for career advancement. This apprenticeship program focuses on the mechanical and electrical side of marine equipment. Students who would like to gain employment at aftermarket shops could take this program and excel in a shop that services many types of marine equipment from multiple manufacturers. Students work side-by-side and hands-on with industry professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility. This program include a work experience component.

Career Opportunities

Marine Technician, Marine Sales representative, Marine parts person, Marine Service writer, Marine Service Manager.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Perform diagnostics on a marine electrical system. 
  • Perform a cylinder leakdown test.
  • Perform an oil change.

Required Core: (16.5 Units)

Course Number Course Title Units
APMT 51 Boatworks 101 Yacht Electrical Systems 4
APMT 52 Boatworks 101 Yacht Propulsion Systems 4
APMT 53 Boatworks 101 Yacht Craftsmanship Lab 0.5
APWX 94 Apprenticeship Work Experience 8

Total Units: 16.5