Maritime Mechanics
Considering any field of study involves researching the demand for that particular position or career within the industry. This figure or research will indicate the expected job market and salary range of new graduates. Marine mechanics will experience a growth in the demand of their chosen profession over next several years due to varying factors and industry trends. Examining these factors and trends is essential to determining a career path for a marine mechanic. read more [+]
One of the largest factors leading to the increase in demand of marine mechanics is technology. The growing complexity of marine engine technology increases the demand for highly trained and skilled marine mechanics with an understanding of electronics and computerized engine systems. These computerized systems can be found on large merchant vessels, oil tankers, yachts, and personal boats. These systems require more education on the framework and digital processing to be able to find and repair the issue at hand and the marine mechanic needs to be able to quickly and easily interface with the equipment.
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CA | FL | RIRecommended Marine Technician Schools
WyoTech
Have you thought about working on watercraft engines? Marine Technology careers are excellent for trained technicians who want to work on propulsion systems, inboard and outboard engines, and stern drive systems.
Coursework
Personal Watercraft, Marine Technology
Florida
New England Institute of Technology
This program is an intensive look at the marine technical industry and its implementation of the latest advances within marine technology.
Associate
Associate in Science in Marine Technology
Rhode Island
Universal Technical Institute
Do boats appeal to you? Do you enjoy the outdoors, the marina environment, the roar of a boat cutting across the water? Universal Technical Institute trains marine mechanics at the Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI).
Certificate
Marine Technician Specialist
Florida
National Polytechnic College of Science
Marine Technology
Once you earn a Commercial Diving degree or certificate, you can find yourself making excellent money in the dynamic field of Marine Technology!
Programs offered
- Certificate in Marine Technology
- Associate of Science Degree in Marine Technology
Certificate, Associate
Certificate in Marine Technology (Commercial Diving), Associate of Science in Marine Technology (Commercial Diving), Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT)
California
