Transportation
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a certified examiner or master technician in the trade. Study draft only.
Marine Engine / Outboard
6–9 mo full-time · 1350 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-26): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, lockout/tagout, and PPE procedurestrade math and measurementtechnical reading, writing, and career skillstwo-stroke and four-stroke outboard engine theory, diagnosis, and repairinboard and sterndrive engine systems servicemarine fuel systems and electrical/electronic systemsstanding and running riggingpropulsion components including propellers, shafting, and drivescapstone hands-on project integrating program skillssupervised externship at a marine dealership or repair facilitypreparation for ABYC and factory certification exams
Course & assessment plan
9 courses · 1,350 clock hours · tuition $14,945 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| ABYC Marine Engine | Industry certification | American Boat & Yacht Council |
| Yamaha/Mercury Factory Cert | Vendor certification | Yamaha Marine / Mercury Marine |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Marine: Welding → Shipbuilding / Marine Fabrication → Marine Engine / Outboard → Maritime Crew (deck/engine)
Boatyard: Fiberglass / Composites (boatbuilding) → Marine Engine / Outboard → Shipbuilding / Marine Fabrication
