MARINE TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST TRAINING PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Marine Technician Specialist program is perfect for those who love the water and want to pursue a career in the marine industry.1 Our marine mechanic school provides a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, from inboard gas and diesel to outboard four-stroke and two-stroke motors. Through marine mechanic training, students can gain the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in the industry.
51-week core program
5 OEM training opportunities
2 programs
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SPECIALIZED MARINE MECHANIC TRAINING
Each three-week course is designed to provide students with technical and hands-on training specific to each brand. Students learn the design and operation unique to each manufacturer.
This technical knowledge and hands-on application prepares our marine mechanic program graduates to begin work in marinas, boatyards, marine dealers or wherever your life on the water may take you.1
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No prior experience is required. The Marine Technician Specialist program is designed to teach you from the ground up — starting with foundational marine systems before moving into advanced diagnostics and repair. All you need is motivation and an interest in working with your hands and around the water.
You will undergo hands-on training with both inboard and outboard engines, fuel and electrical systems, rigging and more.18 Students train using industry-aligned tools and technology on equipment from leading marine brands, so they can get a real feel for what it’s like to work in the field.
Yes. The program includes courses developed with five major marine manufacturers — Honda Marine, Mercury Marine, Suzuki Marine, Volvo Penta and Yamaha Marine. These collaborations help ensure the curriculum reflects real-world technology and service techniques used by employers today.
The curriculum blends classroom and online instruction with hands-on lab application to mirror what techs can encounter in a professional marine shop. Instructors bring real-world experience from the industry, and the training focuses on practical skills — troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining marine engines and systems — to help students graduate job-ready.1
Yes. UTI’s Employment Services team provides ongoing support to help graduates connect with potential employers.1 Services offered include interview prep, resume guidance and access to a nationwide network of dealerships and marine service centers.