Course Overview
The Marine Mechanical Cadet training offers the Cadet the opportunity to apply their new online knowledge directly in the workplace. This new knowledge could include the boat's domestic systems, mechanical systems, propulsion systems and safety systems. These new skills and knowledge are then reinforced on campus in the workshop with the instructor's supervision. Marine Mechanical Cadet training will instruct the Cadets to identify, troubleshoot, repair and maintain outboard and inboard gasoline/diesel engines. They will also learn about other mechanical, electrical and fluid systems related to the recreational marine industry.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrates the accurate use of common trade measurement tools.
- Uses engine overhaul tools to disassemble and reassemble major engine components.
- Describe common hazards and risks of accident/injury in a marine industry workplace.
- Describe the use of common vessel hauling equipment.
- Describe the methods and techniques for blocking vessels on shore.
- Describe the common sources of technical data related to the trade and their means of access.
- Demonstrates an ability to read and comprehend the terminology, technical data, drawings, charts and graphs related to the trade.
- Selects and uses fasteners for typical applications on the job.
- Describe the principles of FRP construction techniques, especially with regard to factors that influence or are influenced by mechanical installations.
- Describe the properties, identification and use of engine oils used in marine equipment.
- Changes engine oil/filters, transmission oil and gear oil.
- Describe types, selection considerations and components of natural draft, forced air and hot water cabin heating systems.
- Describe the principles of refrigeration theory, components of refrigeration systems and refrigeration equipment commonly found on recreational vessels.
- Describe the characteristics of propane gas and safety considerations.
- Describe the function and selection of electric and hydraulic anchor windlasses.
- Describe safety hazards associated with fire suppression equipment and safe lock out procedures.
- Describe the function and operation of rudders, quadrants, tubes, glands and typical cable operated steering systems.
- Describe the function, components and installation of fresh water plumbing systems.
- Describe the correct procedures for installing manual and powered bilge pump systems.
- Performs basic metalworking techniques with common marine metals.
- Uses oxy-acetylene equipment safely to perform basic heating, cutting, brazing and soldering operations.
- Describe fuel tank plumbing, fuel lines and installation to ABYC standards.
- Describe and identifies the types of engines commonly in use in the modern marine industry.
- Performs routine inspections of engines and engine function.
- Identify boat trailer components.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2022
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