Marine Mechanic Colleges

New England Institute of Technology

• The Marine Technology Course offered at the New England Institute of Technology grants associate degree programs that offer theory and practical training in marine mechanics, marine business concepts, and marine electricity. The coursework gives hands-on experience with marine systems installation, repair, and service. The program can be completed in as few as 18 months. Night and day classes are available. Students may also choose to continue their education to receive a bachelor of science degree in automotive service management technology or in business management technology.

  New England Institute of Technology

  2500 Post Road

  Warwick, RI 02886-2266

  401-467-7744

  800-7367744

  neit.edu

University of Alaska Southeast

• The Marine Mechanic Occupational Endorsement Course offered at the University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) requires a minimum of 28 credit hours to complete. This course is designed for students who want to work with diesel-powered vessels. UAS also offers a Marine Engine Room Occupational Endorsement course for students interested in becoming oilers. This is the entry-level position for working in a large vessel engine room. Approximately 50 percent of the training is hands-on, utilizing UAS's wide variety of engines and mechanical aids.

  The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Documented Marine Oiler A.A.S. degree is also available at UAS. It is designed for students wanting to begin their career in the engine room in marine transportation. The course requires a minimum of 61 credit hours for completion. To qualify, students will have to pass a USCG background check, drug screening, and physical agility exam in the first semester, then pass a physical exam before getting their Oiler Z-card that will qualify them to work in that capacity.

  University of Alaska Southeast

  Office of Admission

  11120 Glacier Highway

  Juneau, AK 99801

  907-796-6100

  877-465-4827 ext. 6100

  uas.alaska.edu

Universal Technical Institute

• Universal Technical Institute offers a 51-week Marine Technician Specialist program through its Marine Mechanics Institute. Students will learn to troubleshoot, service, and repair marine engines; and also learn the fundamentals of how marine engines work in a hands-on environment. The Institute also offers lifetime career placement assistance.

  UTI Orlando

  2202 W. Taft Vineland Road

  Orlando, FL 32837

  800-514-4337

  uti.edu