I. General Information

1. Course Title:
Marine Outboard I

2. Course Prefix & Number:
MAPS 1130

3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:

Credits: 4

Lecture Hours: 4

Lab Hours: 0

4. Course Description:

This course is an introduction to marine power and the theory and operation of an outboard powerhead.

5. Placement Tests Required:

6. Prerequisite Courses:

There are no prerequisites for this course.

9. Co-requisite Courses:

II. Transfer and Articulation

III. Course Purpose

1. Program-Applicable Courses – This course is required for the following program(s):

Marine and Powersports Technology, AAS
Marine and Powersports Technology, Diploma

IV. Learning Outcomes

1. College-Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies	Students will be able to:
Demonstrate reading and listening skills	Understand theory and operation related to outboard motors .
Analyze and follow a sequence of operations	Follow service manual procedures in diagnosing and repairing powersport equipment.

2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of the course:

• Demonstrate understanding of industry standard applications of selected tools and equipment for marine outboard maintenance, diagnostic and repair;
• Demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices in a manner compatible with OSHA requirements and industry expectations;
• Demonstrate industry standard applications of selected tools and equipment for marine outboard maintenance, diagnostic and repair;
• Apply basic diagnostic and repair concepts to marine engine equipment power train and chassis systems;
• Apply preventative maintenance concepts to marine outboard equipment care and storage;
• Identify the functional relationships among marine outboard components and systems;
• Use a variety of computer, Web and technical resources to find information, troubleshoot problems and prepare estimates;
• Demonstrate proper completion of a service order;
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a clean and professional shop setting;
• Demonstrate the knowledge of proper handling of hazardous materials in a shop setting;
• Demonstrate understanding of theory related to outboard motor systems; and
• Demonstrate knowledge of marine terminology.

V. Topical Outline

Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.

1. Lecture Sessions

1. Marine Terminology
   • Identify model and serial numbers
     • Locating V.I.N. Tag
     • Using a model year guide
   • Identify outboard motor length
     • Area of the O/B to measure
   • Identify outboard components
     • Powerhead
     • Mid section/exhaust housing
     • Gearcase/lower unit
2. Two-cycle theory
   • Two cycle engine operation
     • Intake
     • Compression
     • Power
     • Exhaust
   • Internal components of a two cycle engine
     • Crankcase
     • Piston
     • Connecting rod
     • Cylinder
     • Bearings
3. Ignition Systems
   • Magneto ignition systems
   • CDI ignition systems
   • CDI ignition operation and components
     • Magnets
     • Coils
     • Capacitors
     • Diodes
     • SCR switch
4. Fuel System
• Carburetor theory and operation
• Starting systems
• Float system
• Idle system
• High speed system
• Carburetor components
• Venturi
• Jets
• Mixture needles
• Fuel pump theory and operation
• Positive/negative pressures
• Check valves
5. Starting/Charging Systems
• Charging system theory and components
• Magnets
• Coils
• Diodes
• Starting system theory and components
• Batteries
• Solenoids
• Starter motor