Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Marine Propulsion Technician
Career Cluster:	Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

College Credit Certificate	
CIP Number	0647060505	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 Credits	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Marine Engineering, Management & Seamanship AAS degree program 0647060500.  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics  career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics  career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to vessel nomenclature, safety, installation, diagnosing and troubleshooting marine electronic devices and systems, the installation and operation of diesel and gasoline engines; troubleshooting for diesel and gasoline engines; and engine maintenance.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure    

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting 24 credit hours.

When developing the course sequence for the local implementation of this program, select courses that:
•	Meet the skill development requirements of the standards and benchmarks of this program.
•	Where reasonable and practicable, align with programs offered by your institution or other postsecondary institutions in Florida, including: 
o	Related AS and AAS degrees.
o	Baccalaureate degrees within the same career pathway and/or Federal CIP code.

Visit FloridaShines’ Discover Programs website to identify other institutions that offer similar programs to review their course sequencing. Where appropriate, course alignment between institutions offering related programs can facilitate interagency student articulation.

Visit FloridaShines’ Common Prerequisites Manual to identify courses that are prerequisites for admission into an upper division program.  When sub-baccalaureate courses are aligned to the course admissions requirements of baccalaureate programs with the same career pathway, students can enter upper division coursework seamlessly.   

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Perform basic shop practices.
02.0	Describe operational theory of (2) two and (4) four cycle engines - Diesel and Gasoline.
03.0	Use service manuals and parts references.
04.0	Remove and install engines.
05.0	Recondition and service engines.
06.0	Perform diagnosis service and repairs to all types of marine ignition systems.
07.0	Develop skills in electrical-electronic theory of operation and application.
08.0	Troubleshoot and repair fuel systems.
09.0	Service cooling systems.
10.0	Service exhaust systems.
11.0	Identify special marine principles.
12.0	Repair lower units.
13.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
14.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills.
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science.
16.0	Demonstrate and practice employability skills.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Marine Propulsion Technician
CIP Number:	0647060505
Program Length:	24 credit hours

This certificate program is part of the Marine Engineering, Management & Seamanship AAS degree program (0647060500).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Perform basic shop practices.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Calculate the basic concepts of force, work, power, and motion.	
01.02	Determine metric system measurements.	
01.03	Comply with safety rules and regulations.	
01.04	Understand the basic concepts of technical drawing including orthographic projections, isometric, schematics, and measurements.	
01.05	Understand the concept of friction and the different types of mechanical friction.	
01.06	Operate power and hand tools safely and properly.	
01.07	Set up and use precision measuring tools.	
01.08	Drill and remove broken studs and install helicoils.	
01.09	Identify threaded fasteners by size, type, thread series, thread classes, material hardness and compatibility.	
01.10	Install fasteners such as screws, bolts and keys; and utilize screw extractor, thread cutting tape and dies.	
01.11	Identify engine specifications and recommended propeller selection based on manufacture’s engine data.	
01.12	Demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve mechanical problems.	
02.0	Describe operational theory of (2) two and (4) four cycle engines diesel and gasoline.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Distinguish between the characteristics and principles of two- and four-cycle engines including diesel.	
02.02	Identify the principal engine systems such as: Fuel, Cooling, Lubrication, Air Intake, and Electrical.	
02.03	Identify basic engine parts and their functions.	
02.04	List the information which may be found on the engine nameplate.	
02.05	Describe types of motion and simple machines and characteristics of energy.	
02.06	Describe the main theoretical concept of heat engines.	
02.07	Describe the process by which an internal combustion engine converts chemical energy into rotary motion.	
02.08	Calculate problems using the formulas for engine cubic displacement and compression ratio.	
02.09	Identify the parts of a camshaft lobe-crankshaft lobe.	
02.10	Describe valve timing and overlap procedures.	
02.11	Identify types of valve arrangements.	
02.12	Identify types of engine construction.	
02.13	Describe piston engine operation and design.	
02.14	Describe the operation of two and four stroke engines including diesel engines.	
02.15	Identify major engine manufacturers in today’s market.	
02.16	Describe the procedure to convert a boat with gasoline engines into a boat with diesel engines.	
02.17	Use service manuals and parts references.	
03.0	Use service manuals and parts references.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Demonstrate use of manufacturer service and parts catalogs.	
03.02	Demonstrate use of specification handbooks and maintenance charts.	
03.03	Demonstrate use of marine engine installation manuals.	
03.04	Demonstrate use of manufacture’s service bulletins.	
03.05	Describe processes to create quotes and estimates which include, but are not limited to, parts and labor.	
04.0	Remove and install engines.  The student will be able to:	
04.01	Disconnect engine, mounts, wiring and lines.	
04.02	Operate engine hoist.	
04.03	Install and rig engines according to manufacturer’s specifications.	
04.04	Cut openings for different engine installations.	
04.05	Describe the operation and mounting procedures of a propulsion unit.	
04.06	Align engines to manufacturers' specifications.	
05.0	Recondition and service engines.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Remove and replace power head.	
05.02	Disassemble engine.	
05.03	Clean engine parts for inspection.	
05.04	Inspect and check for proper condition.	
05.05	Remove and install oil pump.	
05.06	Remove and install fuel pump.	
05.07	Remove and install connecting rods and bearings.	
05.08	Remove and install flywheel.	
05.09	Remove and install exhaust and intake manifolds.	
05.10	Perform cylinder compression test.	
05.11	Perform engine maintenance according to manufactures specifications.	
05.12	Remove and service piston ring and pistons.	
05.13	Fit piston pins.	
05.14	Inspect crankshaft, camshaft, connecting rods and piston assembly.	
05.15	Complete inspection of the head with different methods, replace valve springs and seals, and grinding of cylinder head seats and valves.	
05.16	Torque power head and lower unit to specifications.	
05.17	Hone cylinders to manufacturers' specifications.	
06.0	Perform diagnosis service and repairs for all types of marine ignition systems.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Diagnose, repair, and replace malfunctions of ignition system components.	
06.02	Inspect secondary circuit components.	
06.03	Analyze or adjust engine performance using engine computer diagnostic software.	
06.04	Remove and replace spark plugs.	
06.05	Use specialized test equipment.	
06.06	Test CD type ignition systems.	
06.07	Describe differences between marine and automotive type ignition components.	
06.08	Read and interpret manufacturers wire diagrams.	
07.0	Develop skills in electrical-electronic theory of operation and application.  The student will be able to:	
07.01	Apply Ohm's Law to series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits.	
07.02	Perform continuity test.	
07.03	Locate and match electrical units by their symbols on a wiring diagram.	
07.04	Describe the theory and operation of alternators.	
07.05	Diagnose and repair or replace charging system regulator.	
07.06	Service or replace battery cables and battery box.	
07.07	Diagnose and repair the engine start circuit.	
07.08	Perform operational inspection of lighting system.	
07.09	Measure voltage drops, current flow, resistance in a circuit or component with a multi-meter.	
07.10	Repair or replace switches to include ignition switches.	
07.11	Repair or replace fuse block assembly.	
07.12	Locate and repair shorts and open circuits in wiring.	
07.13	Inspect or replace rectifier.	
07.14	Replace diode assembly.	
07.15	Remove, replace, and repair digital electronic control assembly.	
07.16	Service and install diesel and gasoline marine alarm systems.	
08.0	Troubleshoot and repair fuel systems.  The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify fuel system components.	
08.02	Explain operation of fuel system and components.	
08.03	Describe carburation theory and operation.	
08.04	Repair gasoline injection systems.	
08.05	Replace fuel system components.	
08.06	Identify fuel systems malfunction.	
08.07	Service automatic or manual choke.	
08.08	Service fuel pump.	
08.09	Analyze fuel systems for foreign particles.	
08.10	Correct fuel tank installation.	
08.11	Test engines fuel flow using manufacturers' procedures and test equipment.	
08.12	Identify fuel specification for outboard motors, four-cycle engines, and diesel applications.	
08.13	Understand the operation of diesel fuel injector nozzles.	
08.14	Understand the operation of diesel fuel pumps.	
08.15	Introduce operation and adjustment procedures of unit injectors.	
08.16	Introduce the correct procedure and timing of fuel injector pumps.	
08.17	Understand how to conduct diesel fuel pressure test.	
08.18	Introduce operation of the fuel rack on multiple plunger fuel injection pumps.	
09.0	Service cooling systems.  The student will be able to:	
09.01	Check engine temperature.	
09.02	Test thermostat.	
09.03	Inspect and/or replace water pump.	
09.04	Inspect and/or replace circulating water pump.	
09.05	Pressure test cooling system.	
09.06	Remove, clean, and replace cooling system parts.	
09.07	Inspect and repair heat exchanges on gasoline and marine diesel engine.	
09.08	Describe the operation and maintenance of marine keel coolers.	
09.09	Identify different types of approved coolant used in marine closed cooling systems.	
09.10	Check engine block cooling passages for corrosion and build-up.	
10.0	Service exhaust systems.  The student will be able to:	
10.01	Remove, inspect, and service exhaust system components.	
10.02	Inspect service turbo charger.	
10.03	Recommend correct exhaust tubing for different marine applications.	
10.04	Service marine water-cooled exhaust systems.	
10.05	Determine back pressure and exhaust applications.	
11.0	Identify special marine principles.  The student will be able to:	
11.01	Explain basic principles of thrust in marine applications.	
11.02	Explain basic principles of propulsion in marine applications.	
11.03	Explain correct propeller selection and performance.	
11.04	Identify types of hulls used in marine applications.	
11.05	Explain speed-length ratio and calculate hull speed and engine selection.	
11.06	Identify bow angle and its effect on performance.	
11.07	Perform engine testing with a marine dynamometer.	
11.08	Identify transom heights and explain the effects on engine performance/speed/horsepower.	
11.09	Operate engine dynamometer.	
11.10	Define heave, pitch, yaw, sway, and roll.	
12.0	Repair lower units.  The student will be able to:	
12.01	Replace lower unit gear lube.	
12.02	Pressure and vacuum test lower unit.	
12.03	Inspect, clean, and lubricate propeller shaft.	
12.04	Inspect and install propeller.	
12.05	Remove, inspect, and replace lower unit seals.	
12.06	Calculate torque and gear ratio.	
12.07	Understand by examination the principles of marine propulsion propeller theory.	
12.08	Demonstrate an understanding of lower unit operations and installation.	
13.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.  The student will be able to:	
13.01	Write logical and understandable statements, or phrases, to accurately fill out forms/invoices commonly used in business and industry.	
13.02	Read and understand graphs, charts, diagrams, and tables commonly used in this industry/occupation area.	
13.03	Read and follow written and oral instructions.	
13.04	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely.	
13.05	Use effective vocabulary, conventional sentence structure, and standard American English grammar and usage.	
13.06	Demonstrate appropriate telephone/communication skills.	
14.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills.  The student will be able to:	
14.01	Perform calculations with square roots and percentage.	
14.02	Change fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.	
14.03	Solve problems for volume, weight, area, circumference and perimeter measurements for rectangles, squares, and cylinders.	
14.04	Measure tolerance(s) on horizontal and vertical surfaces using millimeters, centimeters, feet and inches.	
14.05	Add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.	
14.06	Determine the correct purchase price, to include sales tax for a materials list containing a minimum of six items.	
14.07	Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state, and local taxes and their computation.	
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science.  The student will be able to:	
15.01	Understand molecular action as a result of temperature extremes, chemical reaction, and moisture content.	
15.02	Draw conclusions or make inferences from data.	
15.03	Identify health related problems which may result from exposure to work related chemicals and hazardous materials, and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
15.04	Understand pressure measurement in terms of P.S.I., inches of mercury, and K.P.A.	
16.0	Demonstrate employability skills.  The student will be able to:	
16.01	Conduct a job search.	
16.02	Secure information about a job.	
16.03	Identify documents which may be required when applying for a job interview.	
16.04	Complete a job application form correctly.	
16.05	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
16.06	Identify and adopt acceptable work habits.	
16.07	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make appropriate job changes.	
16.08	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.