VOLVO PENTA MARINE MECHANIC TRAINING
With close to 3,500 dealers across the globe, Volvo Penta is one of the world’s leading engine manufacturers for boats, known for its advanced marine propulsion systems, fuel efficiency and cutting-edge technology. Volvo Penta engines power everything from small recreational boats to large commercial vessels, making skilled technicians highly sought after in the marine industry.
By completing this specialized training, students can develop the knowledge needed to work at Volvo Penta dealerships, service centers, marinas, and boatyards worldwide.1 Whether you're starting your career or looking to specialize in Volvo Penta systems, this program offers a path to pursuing a rewarding career in the growing marine industry.
3 weeks
WHAT YOU'LL BE TAUGHT
The three-week Volvo Penta manufacturer-specific training provides students with hands-on training with Volvo Penta’s innovative marine engines and propulsion systems.18 This specialized training covers key areas such as electronic fuel injection, joystick docking technology, sterndrive and inboard propulsion, and Volvo Penta’s proprietary Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system.
Students will learn how to diagnose, repair and maintain Volvo Penta engines using factory-approved tools and procedures. The training includes troubleshooting fuel and electrical systems, understanding hybrid and diesel engine technology, and learning the intricacies of Volvo Penta’s IPS (Inboard Performance System), which revolutionized the marine industry with its efficiency and maneuverability.
GASOLINE STERNDRIVE ENGINES
WHAT YOU'LL TRAIN ON
Volvo Penta is a world-class marine engine supplier with customers all over the world. During this three-week Volvo marine mechanic course, you'll get hands-on training with their innovative engines.
FIND YOUR CAMPUS
Volvo Penta training is available at our tech school campus in Orlando, Florida.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
There are no prior experience requirements to begin training. After completing the core Marine Technician Specialist program courses, students advance into the manufacturer-specific curriculum, which includes Volvo Penta. There, they will build on foundational marine systems knowledge with hands-on instruction using Volvo Penta equipment.18
The Volvo Penta curriculum exposes students to a wide range of marine applications — including gasoline and diesel inboard engines, outboards, sterndrives and Volvo IPS propulsion systems — used across both recreational and commercial vessels. This broad approach prepares graduates to work confidently in multiple segments of the marine industry.1
Graduates are prepared to pursue entry-level technician positions with Volvo Penta dealerships, marinas and authorized service centers around the country.1 The specialized skills gained through this training can help set grads apart when seeking roles focused on Volvo Penta engines and propulsion systems.
Students enrolled in the Marine Technician Specialist program may qualify for financial aid or scholarships, depending on individual circumstances.10 A Financial Aid team member can help you explore available options and guide you through the application process.
Volvo Penta is known for engineering advanced propulsion systems that emphasize performance, efficiency and innovation — such as its Inboard Performance System (IPS). Through this training, students learn how Volvo Penta’s integrated design and technology set it apart in both reliability and user experience on the water.