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Students using hand saw in woodshop class, phot by Von Wong

MARINE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 

The demand for well trained marine engineers, marine mechanics, marine technicians and metal fabricators is extremely high. The Marine Systems Technology program offers an entry way into these exciting, hands-on and highly technical career fields. 

Program Description

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This program prepares students to work in the engineering side of the maritime industry. Whether working onboard vessels in the "Engine Department" or shoreside in marinas, boatyards and shipyards. Students study marine mechanics, marine electrical, marine systems, wood, fiberglass/composites and welding metal fabrication. Students have the opportunity to take the exam for American Boat and Yacht Council Marine Systems Technician and accumulate up to 9 college credits through our relationship with Kingsborough Community College Maritime Technology program. Students are required to complete an internship in the maritime industry. For the complete syllabus and the most up to date information check out our facebook page New York Harbor School Marine Systems Technology or visit our website at:

Instructor

Courses

  • MST 10

  • MST 11

  • MST 12

  • Career and Financial Management

Industry Recognized  Certifications 

  • New York Safe Boater Certificate

  • US Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate

  • ABYC Marine Service Technician Certification

NYS CTE Endorsement

  • Marine Maintenance/Fitter & Ship Repair Technology/Technician in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Cluster

Marine Systems Techology

Partners

These individuals provide support in many ways: certifications, student internships, student work-based learning experiences, and fieldwork development. 

Billion Oyster Project

ABYC 

Hudson River Community Sailing

South Street Seaport Museum

and many more.

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