Marine Technology Yachting 101

Certificate of Achievement (CA) Apprenticeship Marine Technology · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Overview

The Marine Technology Yachting 101 Certificate of Achievement can provide the skills necessary for an apprentice to qualify as trained entry-level marine technicians, as well as for career advancement. This apprenticeship program focuses on the mechanical and electrical side of marine equipment. Students who would like to gain employment at aftermarket shops could take this program and excel in a shop that services many types of marine equipment from multiple manufacturers. Students work side-by-side and hands-on with industry professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility. This program include a work experience component.

Career Opportunities

Marine Technician, Marine Sales representative, Marine parts person, Marine Service writer, Marine Service Manager.

Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Perform a cylinder leakdown test.
  2. Perform an oil change.
  3. Perform diagnostics on a marine electrical system.
Marine Technology Yachting 101 (CA): Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnits
Required Core: (16.5 Units)
APMT 51Boatworks 101 Yacht Electrical Systems4
APMT 52Boatworks 101 Yacht Propulsion Systems4
APMT 53Boatworks 101 Yacht Craftsmanship Lab0.5
APWX 94Apprenticeship Work Experience8
Total16.5

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