Marine Technology Students Earn 341 Certificates

Female using tool to dismantle marine engine.The National Park College (NPC) 2021 marine technology class earned 341 individual certificates from three engine manufacturers, 57 from Yamaha, 232 from Suzuki and 52 from Mercury.

The courses not only include standard required courses but also product specific courses designed to teach technicians detailed aspects of marine engines. There are nine students participating and each met the requirements to attend at least two of the physical factory training schools from the manufacturers.

“This is an invaluable step in their education that gets them one step closer to mastering their craft as marine technicians. It is a valuable certificate for the workplace and takes away the pressure of employers who are trying to educate and still maintain a working environment,” stated Delmar Hunter, marine technology program instructor.