State Board Approval Date:

October, 1998

Implementation Date:

Fall, 1999

Last Updated:

07/09/2001

 

Marine Engine Technology, Diploma

Program Standard and Course Guide

Table of Contents

General Program Standards

SPECIFIC PROGRAM STANDARDS

Admission Requirements

ME02-02-01

Provisional Program Admissions

ME02-02-04

Program Numbering

ME02-03-02

Program Course Consistency and Sequence

ME02-03-03

Program Course List

Accreditation (Guide)

Appendix A

Suggested Course Sequence (Guide)

Appendix B

Suggested Equipment List (Guide)

Appendix C

ADMISSIONS

Standard Number: ME02-02-01 (Admission Requirements)

Standard Statement

Statewide admission requirements are implemented for the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program.

Explanatory Comment

Admission refers to regular admission into a Diploma program.

Statewide program admission requirements consider state and national occupational licensing and certifying requirements, where applicable. The institution develops and implements clearly stated Diploma program admissions policies and procedures.

Admission requirements are related to the functions of the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma profession.

Evaluative Criteria

The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program admission and advanced placement policies and procedures.

The requirements for admission to the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program are:

c)a.      attainment of 16 years of age;

c)b.      achievement of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as specified in GDTAE document Minimum Program Entrance Scores; and

c.       completion of application and related procedures.

 

Admission of transfer students to the Marine Engine Technology program is contingent upon their meeting the following requirements:

c)a.      regular admission and good standing at a regionally accredited diploma or degree granting institution; and

c)b.      proper completion of application and related procedures.

         

Standard Number: ME02-02-04 (Provisional Admission Requirements)

Standard Statement

Statewide provisional admission requirements are implemented for the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program.

Explanatory Comment

Provisional admission is granted to qualified students who do not meet the regular admission requirements of the program.

Provisionally admitted students are allowed to take developmental studies courses and/or certain occupational courses as designated in the course sequence standard.

The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated policies and procedures for entry into programs on a provisional basis.

Evaluative Criteria

Provisional admission to the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program is afforded those students who do not meet program requirements but do meet provisional admission requirements.

The requirements for provisional admission to the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program are:

a.      attainment of 16 years of age;

c)b.      achievement of minimum provisional admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as specified in GDTAE document Minimum Program Entrance Scores; or recommendation by program faculty and designated admissions personnel on the basis of interview and assessment of student potential; and

c)c.       completion of application and related procedures.

 

All, Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program students initially admitted on a provisional basis meet regular admission requirements prior to graduation.

Provisionally admitted students whose English, math, and/or reading achievement levels do not meet regular program admission requirements are required to enroll in developmental studies courses approved by the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Standard Number:  ME02-03-02 (Program Numbering System)

Standard Statement

A Major Code of ME02 and a CIP Code of 47.0616 are applied to the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program.

Explanatory Comment

Assignment of a statewide Major Code ME02 and CIP Code 47.0616 to the Diploma program is the basis from which statewide programmatic consistency is developed.

Each degree/diploma/certificate program complies with the assigned Major Code(s) established in the relevant program-specific standards of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.

Evaluative Criteria

Each authorized degree/diploma/certificate program is assigned a Major Code and CIP Code.

Each degree/diploma/certificate program having a given Major Code is consistent with all other programs throughout the state that have the same Major Code.

Degree/diploma/certificate programs having multiple specializations are assigned a specialization Major Code for each option.

Standard Number: ME02-03-03 (Program Consistency and Sequence)

Standard Statement

The Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program utilizes essential course components consistent with statewide program requirements.  Specific course alphanumeric identification Codes are assigned to each course.  Students are required to progress through two course categories in a developmentally valid sequence.

Explanatory Comment

Programs are assigned an identical Major Code ME02 and are consistent statewide.  Each specific course is assigned an alphanumeric descriptor that serves as a statewide course identification code.

Evaluative Criteria

The Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program is assigned a Major Code of ME02, and utilizes essential components designated for that program number statewide.  Program components include, but are not limited to:

Program Title

Marine Engine Technology, Diploma

Program Description

The Marine Engine Technology program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in marine engine technology and related fields.  Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.  The program emphasizes a combination of marine engine technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.  Program graduates receive a Marine Engine Technology diploma which qualifies them as marine engine technicians.

 

Course Code

General Core Course Name

Class Hours

D.
Lab Hours

P.
Lab/

OBI Hours

Weekly Contact Hours

Credit Hours

EMP 100

Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

[P] Provisional admission

3

0

0

3

3

ENG 101

English

[P] *

5

0

0

5

5

MAT 101

General Mathematics

[P] **

5

0

0

5

5

Course Code

Occupational Course Name

Class
Hours

D.
Lab
Hours

P.
Lab/
OBI
Hours

Weekly
Contact
Hours

Credit
Hours

MEN 100

Safety

[P] Provisional admission

2

2

1

5

3

MEN 101

Marine Engine Technology

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

4

9

5

MEN 102

Two-Stroke Engine Fundamentals and Servicing

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

3

8

5

MEN 103

Four-Stroke Engine Fundamentals and Servicing

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

3

8

5

MEN 104

Marine Engine Electrical Systems

[P/C] TFC 100

4

0

3

7

5

MEN 105

Marine Engine Starting and Charging Systems

[P/C] MEN 104

3

2

3

8

5

MEN 107

Marine Engine Ignition Systems

[P/C] MEN 104

3

0

7

10

5

MEN 108

Marine Engine Fuel Systems

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

3

8

5

MEN 109

Marine Electronic Fuel Injection

[P/C] TFC 100

2

1

3

6

3

MEN 110

Marine Engine Cooling Systems

[P/C] TFC 100

1

0

4

5

2

MEN 112

Marine Outdrives

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

5

10

5

MEN 113

Marine Outboard Gear Cases

[P/C] TFC 100

3

0

7

10

5

MEN 114

Marine Hydraulic Trim and Tilt Systems

[P/C] TFC 100

2

2

2

6

3

MEN 115

Marine Accessories

[P/C] TFC 100

3

2

2

7

4

SCT 100

Introduction to Microcomputers

[P] Provisional admission

1

4

0

5

3

 

*

[P] ENG 097, or entrance English score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels; and RDG 097, or entrance reading score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels

**

[P] MAT 097, or entrance arithmetic score in accordance with approved DTAE admission score levels

 

Program Final Exit Point

Marine Engine Technology, Diploma

76 minimum quarter hours credit required for graduation

APPENDIX A

Accreditation and Certification

The Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program must conform to the institutional accreditation requirements of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) or the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (COC).

APPENDIX B

General Information

Marine Engine Technology, Diploma Program Curriculum Model

Suggested Course Sequence

The standard curriculum for Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program is set up on the quarter system.  A suggested sequence for the program is given below with area of specialization.  Technical institutes may implement the Marine Engine Technology, Diploma program by using the sequences listed below or by using a locally developed sequence designed to reflect course prerequisites and/or corequisites.

Suggested Sequence I

First Quarter

Course Code

Course Name

Class Hours

D.
Lab Hours

P.
Lab/

OBI Hours

Weekly Contact Hours

Credit Hours

MEN101

Marine Engine Technology

3

2

4

9

5

MEN102

Two-Stroke Engine Fundamentals and Servicing

3

2

3

8

5

MEN103

Four-Stroke Engine Fundamentals and Servicing

3

2

3

8

5

TFC100

Safety

2

2

1

5

3

 

TOTAL

11

8

11

30

18

Second Quarter

Course Code

Course Name

Class Hours

D.
Lab Hours

P.
Lab/

OBI Hours

Weekly Contact Hours

Credit Hours

ENG101

English

5

0

0

5

5

MEN104

Marine Engine Electrical Systems

4

0

3

7

5

MEN105

Marine Engine Starting and Charging Systems

3

2

3

8

5

MEN107

Marine Engine Ignition Systems

3

0

7

10

5

 

TOTAL

15

2

13

30

20

Third Quarter

Course Code

Course Name

Class Hours

D.
Lab Hours

P.
Lab/

OBI Hours

Weekly Contact Hours

Credit Hours

MAT101

General Mathematics

5

0

0

5

5

MEN110

Marine Engine Cooling Systems

1

0

4

5

2

MEN112

Marine Outdrives

3

2

5

10

5

MEN113

Marine Outboard Gear Cases

3

0

7

10

5

SCT 100

Introduction to Microcomputers

1

4

0

5

3

 

TOTAL

13

6

16

35

20

Fourth Quarter

Course Code

Course Name

Class Hours

D.
Lab Hours

P.
Lab/

OBI Hours

Weekly Contact Hours

Credit Hours

EMP 100

Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

3

0

0

3

3

MEN108

Marine Engine Fuel Systems

3

2

3

8

5

MEN109

Marine Electronic Fuel Injection

2

1

3

6

3

MEN114

Marine Hydraulic Trim and Tilt Systems

2

2

2

6

3

MEN115

Marine Accessories

3

2

2

7

4

 

TOTAL

13

7

10

30

18

 

APPENDIX C

Marine Engine Technology, Diploma

 

Suggested Equipment List

 

Basic Tools

 

Adjustable wrench, 10"

Battery nut pliers

Battery post cleaner

Battery terminal clamp puller

Belt tension gauge

Blow gun, rubber tip (OSHA approved)

Brake spoon

Chisel, cape, 5/16"

Chisel, cold, 3/8"

Combination wrenches, 7/16 - 1", 7mm, 19mm

Creeper

Files, coarse, 10"

Files, fine, 6"

Filter wrench, oil and gas

Hacksaw

Hammer, medium ball peen

Hammer, soft face

Magnetic pickup tools

Mechanics steel ruler

Oil can, pump type

Pliers, all purpose

Pliers, hose clamp

Pliers, locking jaw

Pliers, needle nose

Pliers, side cutters

Pliers, slip joint

Pliers, vise grip

Punches, 1/4"

  center punch, 3"

  pin punch, 1/8"

  taper punch, 3/8"

Safety glasses

Scraper, 1 1/2" wide

Scraper, gasket, 1"

Screw starter, Phillips

Screw starter, standard

Screwdriver, common--stubby, 6", 12", 9"offset

Screwdriver, Phillips--stubby #1 and #2, 6" #1 and #2, 12" #3, offset #2

Screwdriver, posidrive set, #1, #2

Screwdriver, torx7 set, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-30

Socket set, 3/8" drive

  3/8", drive (12 pt)

  3/8" thru 3/4" deep (6 pt)

  5/16" thru 3/4" standard (6 pt)

  6mm to 27mm

  9mm to 27mm deep

  36mm

  breaker bar

  rachet handle

  short, medium, and long extension

  spark plug sockets, 5/8", 13/16"

  speed handle

  universal joint

Spark plug gap gauge

Spark plug wire remover

Tape measure

Thread chaser set

Tire pressure gauge

Tools box

Torque wrench, 3/8" drive, 5-75 ft., lbs.--5-100 Nm

Wire brush

 

Specialty tools and equipment

 

Adjustable wrench, 6"

Allen wrench, 2mm - 7mm, 050" - 3/8"

Box end wrench set, 3/8" - 3/4" offset, 7mm - 15mm offset

Bearing packer, hand operated

Bench grinder

Brake bleeder, pressure

Brake cylinder clamps

Brake cylinder hone

Brake plier

Brake spring installer

CD ignition testing

CD voltmeter (peak reading voltmeter)

Chisel, 3/4", cold

Chisel, 3/8", cold

Compression tester

Continuity test light

Cylinder hone

Dial indicator set

Digital electronic volt meter

Digital multi-meter, flux model

Drag link and shock tool

Drill, 3/8" variable speed, reversible

Drill bits, 1/8" - 1/2"

Easy-outs, 1 set

Feeler gauges, .002" - .040" set, 006mm - .070mm set

Files and handles, coarse, 6" and 12"

Files and handles, fine, 6" and 12"

Files and handles, half round, 6" and 12"

Flare nut wrench set, 10mm, 17mm

Flare nut wrench set, 3/8" - 11/16"

Hammer, brass, 24 oz.

Hammer, hand sledge, 5 lb.

Hammer, heavy ball peen

Ignition wrench, metric set

Ignition wrench, standard set

Impact ratchet wrench, 3/8" drive w/sockets

Impact wrench, 1/2" drive w/sockets

Micrometers, 0.1", 1 - 2", 2 - 3", and 3 - 4"

Micrometers, 0 - 25mm, 25 - 50mm, and 50 - 75mm

Micrometers, inside bore (dial bore gauge)

Open end wrench set, 5/16" - 1.25, 8mm - 24mm

Piston ring compressor

Piston ring expander

Piston ring groove cleaner

Pliers, snap ring

Pliers, wheel weight

Pry bar, 16"

Puller, three way

Puller, two way

Punches, center punch, 6"

Punches, pin, 5/15", 3/16"

Punches, tapered, 1/2", 5/8"

Ridge remover

Roll around tool cabinet

Scraper, carbon remover

Screwdriver, clutch head, 3/16", 5/16", 1/4", 3/8"

Socket set (standard and metric)

Socket set, 1/2" drive

  1/2", 1 1/8" deep

  10mm - 25mm deep

  10mm - 25mm standard

  7/16", 1 1/8" standard depth

  flex handle (breakers bar)

  ratchet

  short, medium, and long extension

  speed handle

Socket set, 1/4" drive

  1/4", 1/2" drive universals

  3/16", 1/2" standard

  6mm - 12mm

  ratchet

  short, medium, and long extension

  speed handle

Soldering gun

Tach/dwell meter

Tap and die set, standard

Tap and die set, metric

Telescopic gauge

Timing light, advance light w/inductive pickup

Top tool chest, 6 drawer minimum

Torque wrench, 1/2" drive, 0 - 150 ft/lbs, 0 - 200 Nm

Torque wrench, 3/8", 0 - 600 in/lbs

Tubing cutter w/flaring tool, double flare type

Valve spring compressor

Vacuum/pressure gauge for fuel systems

  vacuum and gearcase tests

 

Performance

 

Battery charger

Battery/starter tester

Bench grinder

Dial indicator set

Distributor tester

EFI star tester pr equipment

Engine analyzer w/scope

Puller set

Prop shaft dynamometer

 

Electrical and Ignition Systems

 

Arbor press

Armature tester

Axle stand(s)

Battery/starter tester

CD voltmeter

Digital multi-meter

Floor jack(s), 1 ton

Grinder

Hydraulic press, 25 ton

Parts cleaning tank

Puller set

Volt-ampere tester

Wood (non-conductive) work bench

 

Updated: 09/24/04