NETech offers an associate degree in marine technology that you can earn in 18 months, going to school either during the day or in the evening. The program teaches the fundamental principles of marine technology, including mechanics, electricity, systems installation, repair, service and business concepts. It also provides hands-on training in installing, servicing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and electronic systems in both recreational and commercial motor boats. NETech is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the marine technology faculty members are certified by the American Boat and Yacht Council, Mercury Marine and Volvo. Students may qualify to become Volvo-certified technicians through an advanced training program.
Universal Technical Institute, or UTI, runs a Marine Technical Specialist Program through their Marine Mechanics Institute in Orlando, Florida. The year-long program teaches the theory of how different types of boat motors work, including outboard, stem drive, two-stroke, four-stroke and diesel motors, as well as marine fuel and electrical systems. It also provides students with hands-on experience repairing and maintaining different brands of engines, including Honda, Suzuki, Volvo Penta, Yamaha and MercTech. UTI provides assistance to help graduates find a job as a marine technician.
At their campus in Fremont, California, WyoTech offers a Marine Specialist Program consisting of six hands-on courses that you can complete in about 18 months. Four of the courses cover the fundamentals of inboard and outboard gasoline engines, diesel engines, marine electrical systems and fuel and lubrication systems. Two additional courses cover advanced topics such as installation and repair for recreational boats using computer software for diagnosis, conducting parts research and using manufacturer service manuals. WyoTech offers a job assistance program that helps students prepare resumes and cover letters, prepare for interviews and find job openings.
WITC offers a three-semester Marine Repair Technician program that is certified by the American Boat and Yacht Council and the Association of Marine Technicians. Students learn troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of two- and four-cycle gasoline engines, electrical and drive systems, transmissions and more. The WITC program provides hands-on experience at their 6,000-square foot lab and through off-site training at local marinas and boat dealerships. Students are required to take 38 credit hours of marine repair and six credit hours of math, science and communications.