NEW! Marine Service Technician Program
Learn how to get started in the fastest growing segment of the marine industry!
Prepare for a career in the marine service industry. Chesapeake College has partnered with Yamaha and Marine Trades Association of MD (MTAM) to offer a marine service technician program focusing on outboard engine service and repair. Outboards represent the fastest growing segment of the marine industry. The electronic advancements that have led to this growth have also made outboards ever-more complex to service. This program will prepare students for entry level positions as qualified marine service technicians with local/regional dealers, marinas, and repair facilities.
SPRING OFFERINGS
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!
We have expanded the instruction to include diesel engine theory and mechanics thanks to a generous donation of two D4 engines by Volvo Penta!
NEW!! Marine Auxiliary Systems
This course is designed to prepare students to install, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair marine auxiliary systems. No prior technical or mechanical experience is required. Topics covered include marine electrical systems (theory, installation, and troubleshooting), marine plumbing systems, boat trailer service, and hull repair. Students will also be prepared to take the NMEA Basic Marine Electrical Installer's Certification exam, which will be offered in-class.
Tuition: In-county $100 | Out-of-county $105 | Out-of-State $110
All students pay $470 course fee, plus $178.80 for textbook (required).
Textbooks may be purchased online here, or in person at our campus bookstore.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room |
| CET 377 9B | T, Th | 3/10 – 5/5/2020 | 16 | 6 – 9pm | Wye Mills/MTC-108 |
| CET 377 9C | T, Th | 5/19 – 7/14/2020 | 16 | 6 – 9pm | Wye Mills/MTC-108 |
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Tom Ellis
Director of Skilled Trades
410-822-5400, ext. 2396
SkilledTrades@chesapeake.edu
Introduction to Marine Outboard Engine Systems
This course is designed to enable the student to gain a basic understanding of marine outboard motors, their operating principles, and the tools used to service and maintain them. No prior technical or mechanical experience is necessary for this course. Topics to be covered include boat control, bracket, electrical systems, fuel systems, ignition, lower unit, lubrication, motor designs, and propellers. Students will be prepared to take the Certified Yamaha Outboard Technician exam, which will be offered in-class.
Tuition: In-county $100 | Out-of-county $105 | Out-of-State $110
All students pay $565 (includes required $95 textbook).
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room |
| CET 376 9E | T, Th | 3/10 – 5/5/2020 | 16 | 6 – 9pm | Wye Mills/MTC-107 |
| CET 376 9F | T, Th | 5/19 – 7/14/2020 | 16 | 6 – 9pm | Wye Mills/MTC-107 |
REGISTER ONLINE NOW!
How to Use Our Online Registration System
To register for this course, or any of our Skilled Trades offerings, online, simply click the link below and enter the letters "CET" in the Course Number search field. Then click the "Submit" button to see all of our Skilled Trades offerings for the semester.
Once there, scroll to the bottom of the list and find the courses number CET-376-9A (Spring Semester) and CET-376-9B (Summer Semester). Check the box next to the course you wish to take, then click "Submit" again.
Follow on-screen prompts to complete your payment and registration.
About the Marine Trades Association of MD
The Marine Trades Association of Maryland (MTAM) is comprised of nearly 400 marine related businesses. Our employers are constantly seeking experienced individuals for hire and support the further training and upward mobility of their employees. If you are looking to start a rewarding career in the boating industry, check out the openings with some of the best employers in Maryland.
