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Marine Outboard training workshop

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Marine Outboard

Explore how outboard engines and boat systems work. Build practical service skills through engine work, marine wiring, diagnostics, and hands-on shop projects.

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Build your foundation

Skills you’ll explore

  • Two- and four-stroke engine fundamentals
  • Fuel and cooling system diagnostics
  • Marine electrical wiring and circuit testing
  • Impeller replacement and routine service
  • Torque, compression testing and precision measurement
  • Boat rigging and fiberglass repair

Where these skills can lead

Career paths

  • Marine service technician
  • Boat rigging specialist
  • Marina service coordinator
  • Marine parts specialist

Career requirements vary. Some paths require additional education, certification, or licensure.

Inside the marine class

Today's Work

The daily objective, group assignments and the safety reminder for the day.

Manufacturer Training

ITOS and Level 1 module checklist, account setup and deadlines.

Shop Stations

Wiring, carburetor, teardown, impellers, fiberglass, rigging, bearings, trim/tilt.

Skills Checklist

Every practical skill, from torque wrench use to rebuilding a carburetor.

Certifications

ITOS, Level 1 and safety credentials with live status.

Weekly Narrative

Students write what they did each week and build a running shop journal.

For parents

This is a hands-on marine technician course built around industry manufacturer training. Students work on real outboards and boat projects, train toward ITOS and Level 1 credentials, and follow shop safety procedures every day. Grades come from station checkoffs, practical skill signoffs, written work and their weekly shop narrative — not just tests.