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Marine Specialization

... A specialization in Diesel Equipment Technology

The two-year Marine Specialization provides intense, hands-on instruction for the repair and maintenance of marine diesel equipment.

The coursework, which culminates in an Associate of Applied Science degree, covers basic and advanced subjects including diesel engine maintenance, testing and repair; electrical systems; heating and air conditioning troubleshooting; power trains; hydraulics; and marine propulsion.

Diesel Equipment Technology
Marine Specialization Associate of Applied Science Degree
Total Credits: 70

First Semester			Credits
DEMR	1301	Shop Safety and Procedures (TP)	3
DEMR	1317	Basic Brake Systems	3
DEMR	1410	Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I	4
DEMR	2412	Diesel Engine Testing and Repair II	4
Semester Total 14

Second Semester			Credits
DEMR	1323	Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair	3
DEMR	1405	Basic Electrical Systems	4
DEMR	1416	Basic Hydraulics	4
DEMR	1421	Power Train I	4
Semester Total 15

Third Semester			Credits
DEMR	1229	Preventative Maintenance (TP)	2
DEMR	2371	Marine Auxiliary Equipment and Controls	3
DEMR	2470	Marine Propulsion Applications	4
DEMR	2471	Marine Systems and Installations	4
Semester Total 13

Fourth Semester			Credits
DEMR	2335	Advanced Hydraulics	3
ENGL	1301	Composition I	3
		Social Behavioral Science Elective	3
		Science/Math Elective	3
Semester Total 12

Fifth Semester			Credits
DEMR	2334	Advanced Diesel Tune-Up and Troubleshooting	3
DEMR	2348	Failure Analysis	3
DEMR	2432	Electronic Controls	4
HUMA	1301	Introduction to Humanities	3
		General Education Elective	3
Semester Total 16



Capstone course: A required learning experience which results in a consolidation and synthesis of a student's educational experience. The capstone experience certifies mastery of entry-level work place competencies.

Courses are subject to change. Contact the department chair for an update.

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