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Ready To Go Curriculum

The American Boat and Yacht Council is pleased to offer the first ever industry driven marine service technology programming. The tools available in this program will help your marine program successfully teach the skills and fundamental knowledge necessary for students for a rewarding career.

The Fundamentals of Marine Service Technology textbook serves as the foundation for the program and this online instructor’s edition supplements the materials needed for instruction. The textbook includes QR codes linking to 45 online demonstration videos.

Instructor’s Digital Toolkit

• Full instructor’s edition of the textbook.

• Comprehensive digital guide with:

  • Chapter-by-chapter PowerPoint presentations

  • Test/quiz question bank (hundreds of sample questions)

  • Still image library for custom lessons

  • Flashcards, video library, and assessments

Program Highlights

• Industry standards-based curriculum to help your marine program successfully teach the fundaments.
• Reduced pricing for the ABYC’s widely acclaimed secondary textbook entitled Fundamentals of Marine Service Technology and workbooks
• Digital Instructors guide to accompany the Resources include presentations, image library, videos, flashcards, and assessments.
• ABYC membership benefits including 24/7 online access to Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Crafts, access to webinars and education videos on the ABYC website, and more.
• Tools combined with the entry-level Marine Service Technician Certificate exams ensures your marine program’s success at creating a well-rounded curriculum.
• The textbook includes coded links to 45 online how-to/ demonstration videos that can be accessed by the teacher or student via a smart phone with a QR code Each of these videos is keyed to content found within the relevant chapter in the text.
• Online access to its vast online catalog of full color still images that instructors can use in creating their own presentations and course content materials.
• Test/quiz question bank with several hundred sample questions matched to the content found in the 14 text chapters.
• Comprehensive Power Point presentations to accompany each of the 14 chapters. The presentations offer background information that instructors can use in classroom settings to further explain and enhance the content.

Course Topics Covered

• Boat Handling & Safety

• Shop Safety & Best Practices

• Engine Theory (Gasoline & Diesel)

• Outboard/Inboard Engine Maintenance

• Electrical Systems (Theory & Troubleshooting)

• Drive Systems

• Boat Trailer Servicing

• Marine Electronics Installation

• Plumbing Systems

• Marine Materials (Wood, Metal, Composites)

• Customer Service Skills

Program Pricing

• Initial Curriculum Package: $5,999
  Includes first-year ABYC Affiliated School Membership

• Annual Maintenance Fee: $750/year
  Includes:

  • Ongoing access to updates

  • Discounted rates on educational materials

  • Business membership renewal

• Textbook Pricing: $129 each (hardcover)
  Shipping and handling not included

• NOCTI Exam Fees (sold separately):

  • Online: $45 each

  • Paper/Pencil: $50 each

  • ADA accommodations available

  • Schools order directly through NOCTI

Spread the Word!

Schools: Use this comprehensive, industry-aligned curriculum to build strong marine service programs.

Businesses: Partner with local schools! Share this program and help build the next generation of skilled marine technicians.

Get Started Today

Reach out to the ABYC Education Department to learn more or begin your onboarding process: [email protected]