Manufacturing & Marine
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed engineer or certified journey-level tradesperson. Study draft only.
Shipbuilding / Marine Fabrication
12 mo full-time · 1800 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-27): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, hazard recognition, lockout/tagout, and PPE selectiontrade math including measurement, geometry, and blueprint readingwritten and verbal communication for the marine workplacecareer planning and professionalismhull construction principles, ship structure, and plate assemblysteel and aluminum welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processesshipfitting layout, lofting, and template developmentmarine coatings surface preparation and applicationvessel outfitting including piping, foundations, and joiner workcapstone fabrication project integrating all trade skillssupervised externship at a shipyard or marine fabrication facilitypreparation for NCCER, AWS, and ABS/USCG certification exams
Course & assessment plan
9 courses · 1,800 clock hours · tuition $25,480 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ABS/USCG Weld Test | Industry certification | American Bureau of Shipping / U.S. Coast Guard |
| AWS D1.1 Certified Welder | Industry certification | American Welding Society |
| AWS D1.2 Aluminum | Industry certification | American Welding Society |
| NCCER Maritime Welding | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
| NCCER Shipfitting | Industry certification | National Center for Construction Education and Research |
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
