SMALL OUTBOARD MOTOR TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA
Program Course Requirements

First Year - Fall Semester (16 credits)
MAPS 1101  Basic Engines I, 3 cr
MAPS 1103  Basic Engines I Lab, 4 cr
MAPS 1106 Introduction to Electronics, 2 cr
MAPS 1120  Lawn and Garden, 2 cr
MAPS 1136 Industry Certifications I, 2 cr
MATH 1500  Applied Mathematics, 3 cr

First Year - Spring Semester (16 credits)
MAPS 1130  Marine Outboard I, 4 cr
MAPS 1132*  Marine Outboard II, 4 cr
MAPS 1134  Marine Lower Unit, 4 cr
MAPS 1140 Snowmobile Systems and Lab, 4 cr

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT - 32 CREDITS
*Denotes Prerequisites

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Career Description: After completing this program, students will be prepared to be a small outboard motor technician or a lawn and garden service technician. Graduates typically become employed as service technicians at dealerships, hardware stores, resorts, golf courses, or marinas.

Program Information: Courses in the Marine and Powersports Technology Program are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for positions the rapidly growing recreational and outdoor power equipment industry. All aspects of maintenance and repair are taught, including machine overhauls, shop operation, set up, and delivery.

Program Outcomes:
Graduates will be able to:

• Apply safe work practices in a manner compatible with OSHA requirements and industry expectations;
• Demonstrate industry standard applications of selected tools and equipment for small outboard motors and lawn and garden engine maintenance, diagnostic and repair tools;
• Apply basic diagnostic and repair concepts to small outboard motors and lawn and garden equipment;
• Apply preventative maintenance concepts to small outboard motors and lawn & garden equipment care and storage;
• Identify the functional relationships among small engine components and systems; and
• Use a variety of computer, web and technical resources to find information, troubleshoot problems and prepare estimates.

Special Program Requirements:

In addition to the program requirements, students must meet the following conditions in order to graduate:

1. College Cumulative GPA Requirement: cumulative grade point average (GPA) of credits attempted and completed at CLC must be at least 2.0;
2. College Technical Core GPA Requirement: cumulative GPA of credits attempted and completed towards the technical core of the diploma or degree must be at least 2.0;
3. Residency Requirement: students must complete 25% of their credits at Central Lakes College.

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