MARINE PROPULSION: Course Descriptions
- MPS 101 - Introduction to Outboards
- This course introduces the principles of outboard engine
construction, operation, and internal combustion component parts. Topics include outboard models and makes; electrical ignition, charge, warning, and starting components; fuel tank, lines, and pumps; oil blend systems; and carburetor systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, troubleshoot, and repair various outboard fuel/electrical systems, use service manuals, and follow environmental safety practices/procedures.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Pre-requisite: None.
- MPS 102 - Outboard Powerhead Systems
- This course introduces basic powerhead designs and functions on a variety of outboard makes and models. Topics include identifying the complete outboard powerhead cylinder block, crank shaft, bearings, pistons, and connecting rod assembly system and techniques to test/troubleshoot powerhead components. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, test, and rebuild powerhead systems with specific attention to parts identification, tolerance inspection, assembly, and installation.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 103 - Outboard Lower Unit Systems
- This course covers the principles of gear cases, power trim/tilt
systems, propellers, and gear shifting systems on a variety of
outboard engines. Topics include identifying gear case models
(forward/reverse, clutch, bearings, drive, prop shafts, and water pumps) and power trim/tilt systems (hydraulics/pump
motors/senders/design). Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, service, and rebuild outboard engine gear cases and power trim and tilt systems.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 104 - Outboard Midsection/Rigging
- This course covers midsection exhaust housing and mounting bracket and methods of rigging outboard engines and their various accessories. Topics include rigging methods, boat hull construction and design, transom, size and weight of boat, and horsepower requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to properly attach and mount the engine to stern with attention to transom height and angle.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 105 - Introduction to Inboards
- This course covers the principles of the four-cycle inboard marine and diesel engines, including intake, combustion, and exhaust. Topics include electrical/fuel systems and coolant systems (closed/raw water systems, flow charts, heat exchangers, circulating pumps, oil coolers, expansion tanks, hoses). Upon completion, students should be able to identify inboard electrical/fuel/coolant system components and troubleshoot, maintain, and repair inboard engines.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 106 - Inboard Engine Rebuilds
- This course introduces the mechanical components of inboard marine gasoline and diesel engines. Topics include engine rebuild techniques, testing and inspection, cylinder head/components, engine block, crankshaft, bearings, pistons, and connecting rods. Upon completion, students should be able to read and access manufacturers’ specifications and remove and install engines safely.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 107 - Inboard Lower Unit Systems
- This course covers inboard stern drive gear cases and hydraulic trim and tilt systems. Topics include techniques in servicing/repairing gear cases, inboard power trim and tilt, hydraulic theory, pump/valve body operations, and impact designs. Upon completion, students should be able to service, repair, and inspect inboard lower unit gear cases.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
- MPS 108 - Transom Assembly/Rigging
- This course covers inboard transom assembly and rigging system. Topics include inboard transom assembly and rigging systems, electronics, and engine accessories, including remote control box, steering helm, and hydraulic and cable units. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair inboard trim and tilt systems and completely rig a boat.
- Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 6.
- Semester Hours Credit: 5.
- Prerequisite: None.
