Learn how to maintain and install outboard motors, rig new boats, select propellers, and repair two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Class includes hands-on routine maintenance and how to troubleshoot, diagnose, prepare estimates for outboard engine repair. Basic trailer repair and maintenance included. This class may include students from multiple sections.
Course Outcomes
- Repair, maintain, repower, and install outboard engines
- Demonstrate outboard engine safety protocols
- Select and test appropriate propeller for a given vessel
- Apply basic electronics to the installation of an outboard engine
- Apply rigging skills to connect outboard engine to boat systems such as steering, throttle, shift, and communication systems
- Prepare cost estimates for outboard motor repair and installation
- Maintain and repair a boat trailer