GEORGE STONE TECHNICAL CENTER (GSTC) AT PENSACOLA, FLORIDA | MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY VOCATIONAL TRAINING


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MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY TECHNICAL CAREER EDUCATION

GSTC

The mission of George Stone Technical Center is to provide quality academic, career and technical education opportunities for all learners through instruction that integrates rigor, relevance and relationships. The vision of George Stone Technical Center is to serve the community as the premier provider of career and technical education by preparing individuals for rewarding careers and to provide businesses with a highly skilled workforce.

George Stone Technical Center is open to anyone 16 years of age or older. Exceptional students are placed into appropriate technical programs in accordance with established state board rules and established district policies and procedures.

Programs are available for full-time or part-time students. Students are administered the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). Results of the TABE are used by the guidance staff for placement purposes. When necessary, students are assigned to Vocational Preparatory Instruction (VPI) or Adult Basic Education (ABE) for instruction in reading, mathematics and language skills.

Training Programs

  • Marine Service Technology 1 (600 hours)
  • Marine Service Technology 2 (750 hours)

    • The Marine Service Technology Program prepares students for employment as Marine Riggers, Parts Technician/Service Writers, Outboard Engine Technicians, Inboard Gas Technicians and Inboard Diesel Technicians. This program also provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation.

    The courses include: Marine Rigger; Outboard Engine Technician 1; Outboard Engine Technician 2; Stern Drive Technician; Inboard Gas Technician; and Inboard Diesel Technician.


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