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Outboard Technician (EP) Occupational Certificate

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

Outboard Marine Technicians service, diagnose and repair outboard motors.

Award Outcomes

Perform quality checks on completed work

Service fuel systems

Service ignition and electrical systems

Employ safety standards

Service drive systems

Integrate customer service and communication skills into repair work

Career Opportunities

Outboard Marine Technicians find employment at marine dealerships, distributors and manufacturers. Technicians are also in demand at service repair shops and businesses.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 30 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
MMST1100Introduction to Marine and Motorsport Technology

3
MMST1105Introduction to Engine Theory

3
MMST1110Introduction to Fuel Systems

3
MMST1115Introduction to Electrical Systems

3
MMST1120Introduction to Ignition Systems

3
MMST1125Service Management

3
MMST1130Introduction to Drive Systems

3
MMST1145Trailer Maintenance

3
MMST2126Marine Lower Unit and Cooling System Service

3
MMST2140Marine Tilt/Trim and Controls

3

General Education Required 0 Credits

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits

Total Occupational Certificate Credits 30

Semester Sequence

Offered at Eden Prairie Only

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
MMST1100Introduction to Marine and Motorsport Technology

3
MMST1105Introduction to Engine Theory

3
MMST1110Introduction to Fuel Systems

3
MMST1115Introduction to Electrical Systems

3
MMST1130Introduction to Drive Systems

3

Total Credits  15

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
MMST1120Introduction to Ignition Systems

3
MMST1125Service Management

3
MMST1145Trailer Maintenance

3
MMST2126Marine Lower Unit and Cooling System Service

3
MMST2140Marine Tilt/Trim and Controls

3

Total Credits  15

Graduation (30 Credits)

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.

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