Marine Technician Program

Marine Technician Program: Introduction to Marine Engines and Systems 

BHCC is pleased to announce the Marine Technician Program, in partnership with Mass Marine Trades Association and Mercury Marine University. BHCC will provide training for marine technicians to meet the demands of the MA boating industry. Marine Technicians earn an average wage of $45,000-50,000 per year with a growth potential of 5 % across the state. The average wages for technicians have increased by approximately 30% over the last few years.

Students will receive instruction in: ABYC Fundamentals of Marine Service and Technology, both theory and repairs and Mercury Marine Basics.

• Students will receive classroom an hands-on instruction on the basics marine service and technology in the areas of marine Shop safety and practice, Electrical systems and installation, Internal combustion theory. Drive systems, Inboard and outboard engine maintenance and troubleshooting, Marine plumbing/HVAC, Fiberglass basics and marine construction concepts, Customer service principals and more.
• Marine technician graduates go on to pursue careers both on and off the water in trades such as; marine technician, shipyard trades,  marina/dock staff, marine construction, vessel crew, and other  maritime-related roles. Students will also receive career counseling, mentorship, tutoring, hands-on training, and job placement assistance.

Students will also receive career counseling, mentorship, tutoring, hands-on training, and job placement assistance.

Marine Technician Program: Engines, Systems, & Maintenance

Student will receive hands-on instruction in the areas of: Internal combustion theory to include spark and compression testing, gas/diesel fuel sampling and identification, engine maintenance tasks which will incorporate gear and lube oil changes, and belt and filter changes. Engine diagnostics, trailer maintenance, which will involve hub and bearing changes and connect/disconnect processes, HVAC troubleshooting, marine water pumps and pump systems, and electrical troubleshooting to include AC/DC basics, and multimeter operation

Class Dates

Marine Technician Program: Introduction to Engines and Systems

• Start Date: Monday September 15
• The course will run Monday and Tuesday nights, 6-9:00PM. The course is 10-weeks long.

Marine Technician Program: Engines, Systems, & Maintenance

• Start Date: Wednesday October 8
• The course will run Wednesday and Thursday nights, 6-9:00PM. The course is 4-weeks long.

Tuition

Tuition is free for those who will work in the Marine Industry and those who qualify for the Good Jobs Challenge or Rapid Recovery & Reemployment (R3).

Classes are held in person at BHCC in Charlestown, teaching ABYC text and workbooks Fundamentals of Marine Service Technology and Mercury University Systems Basics.

This program is for entry-level participants with little or no experience in the field who want a job in the field and are ready to work when they complete it. Interested participants should have a High School diploma/equivalent and 1-year of mechanical experience.

Interested?

Please complete the form here to express interest in attending this program and receive further updates