Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Marine Services Technology
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Marine Services Technology OEC
The Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Marine Service Technology prepares students for technician-level work in the maritime industry.
Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Marine Service Technology
Students can complete this OEC in 1 semester
The Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Marine Service Technology prepares students for technician-level work in the maritime industry. Students graduating with an OEC in Marine Service Technology will be able to perform a variety of troubleshooting, installation, services, and repairs to marine systems. These courses cover carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. The sessions will be a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on skill building and training.
Requirements
- 16 Credit Hours
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
Please view the current catalog for a list of all required classes for this program.
Program Quick Facts
Cost Per Credit: $241 (for both in-state and out-of-state students); Grants, scholarships, and other financial aid is available for qualifying students and programs.
Location: Valdez
For more information about this program and to enroll you can contact PWSC Student Services:
email: pwsc.student.services@alaska.edu
call: 907-834-1600 (Mondays-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. AKST)
Grant Funding Available
Limited grant funding is available for the Marine Service Technology (MST) program.
- Eligibility: Must be at least 16 years old, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and enrolled full-time (12+ credits if receiving housing).
- Requirements: 500–1000 word essay (prompt provided in application) and one letter of recommendation.
- Application Period:
- Closed for spring 2026.
- Students will be notified of their grant status on November 3 at 1:00 pm (AKDT).
Grant funding is contingent on academic performance. Funding will only cover courses where a grade of C or higher is achieved. If a student earns a grade of D, F, W, or I, the student will be responsible for covering the remaining balance for those courses.
The Marine Service Technology program is limited by space and equipment, unfortunately we cannot accommodate all interested students.
Closed, please check back in January for when the fall 2026 application opens.
- American Boat and Yacht Council
- Briggs and Stratton
- Equipment and Engine Training Council
- Mercury Marine
- Yamaha Outboards
- Troubleshoot and service marine engines
- Troubleshoot and install marine plumbing systems
- Troubleshoot and install marine electrical systems
- Troubleshoot and install marine drive systems
- Service and repair boat trailers
- Perform repairs on boat hulls and rig outboards
- Understanding of industry and career opportunities
- Graduates of this program become: Entry-level marine services technician
- Continue your education: Complete any two occupational endorsement certificates and earn an Associate of Applied Science in Technology from PWSC/UAA.