Marine Trades Certificate Program
The Maine Community College System and the Center for Career Development are your partners for training in the Maine boat building industry. With our seven campuses located throughout the state, and our Mobile Training Centers, we are positioned to deliver highly effective and affordable marine training programs to convenient locations near you.
The Marine Trades Certificate Program has been developed in collaboration with partners in the Maine boat building industry. In this partnership, we have designed the program to grow and develop the work force for Maine boat builders. It offers cost effective, quick turnaround training opportunities to motivated workers who are new to, or would like to explore new opportunities in the Maine boat building industry. Students will advance through a series of training modules, each designed to teach introductory levels of knowledge and hands on experience in various boat building trades, as well work ethic, team-building skills and how to work efficiently and safely in the marine environment.
Upon successful completion of all modules in the MTC Program, students will have opportunities for advanced training. Employers have an opportunity to see measured results. Students will earn a Marine Trades Certificate that they may present to employers and prospective employers as evidence of their efforts, commitment and success in the program, as well as their marketability to the Maine boat building industry.
Current Offerings
30 Hour OSHA Safety Course
With a marine emphasis, this course is designed for the boat builder. Includes introduction to U.S. Coast Guard Regulations. Upon successful completion, students will earn a 30 Hour OSHA Safety Card.
Marine Diesel and Gasoline Engines
Emphasizes the theory and operation of two and four cycle internal combustion engines, discusses the operating principles, advantages and disadvantages of diesel and gasoline engines, and basic maintenance, repair and safety.
Basic Hydraulics
Covers hydraulic theory; fluids, filters, reservoirs, piping; flow, directional and pressure control; pumps, cylinders and motors; schematic drawings; trouble shooting and bench testing.
For more information, please contact the Center for Career Development at:
2 Fort Rd
South Portland, ME
04106-1698
1-800-491-3121
mlessard@ccd.me.edu
www.ccd.me.edu/marinetrades
The Maine Community College System is comprised of seven community colleges and eight off-campus centers. Over 20,000 students are served each year in one- or two-year programs, credit and noncredit courses, and customized training. The MCCS has led the training needs of Maine’s boat building industry since 1969.
The Maine Community College System is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and employer. For more information, please call 207-629-4000.
Jul. 17, 2007