Boat Building and Repair
Associate in Applied Science
Two-year Degree
116 Units
The Marine Technology program at Seattle Central College will train students for a career in the boatbuilding and repair-refit industries. The program teaches entry-level skills in the building and repair of wood and fiberglass hull and vessel components, outboard and inboard engines, testing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, and the installation of marine pumps in new or retrofit vessels. Instruction also includes the techniques of working with fiberglass and related chemicals.
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College Application Steps
Visit our Enroll Now page to learn more about how to apply (the application is always free).
Additional Program Specific Steps
Your career in woodworking begins at Seattle Central College. With cutting-edge programs designed by industry professionals and affordable training options, it's never been easier to achieve your dreams. Here's how to get started:
Steps to Enroll (or be added to the Waitlist)
- Attend a Wood Technology Tour (recommended).
- Complete the 5-Step Enrollment Process for Seattle Central College, which includes placement testing and transcript evaluations to ensure you meet the requirements.
- Contact the Wood Technology Center for more information about getting started.
- After finishing the admissions process, contact us to review your eligibility requirements and to create your education plan.
- Prior to enrolling in the first class, WTC 110 Introductory to Professional Woodworking, you must select your program of study (Carpentry or Boat Building & Repair).
Questions? Contact the Wood Technology Center with any questions about enrollment and registration.
We invite you to visit Seattle Central College’s Wood Technology Center to explore our state-of-the-art facility that includes workshops, a computer lab, collaboration space, classrooms, and offices. During the tour, you can watch student projects take shape, meet our dedicated instructors, and discover the equipment we use. Tours also include information sessions so you can learn about our programs.
Tours and Information Sessions:
- Tours are not offered in the summer because classes are not in session. We want you to experience a live classroom and get a chance to talk to faculty. New Tour dates will be posted by October 2026 once fall quarter classes begin!
College Tuition
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Save money at Central. Tuition and fees at a two-year college are significantly lower than a four-year college or university.
Financial Aid
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To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit our Paying for College page for details. Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
Workforce Funding
This academic plan may be eligible for additional funding through Workforce Education. Students in this program may be eligible for:
- Basic Food Employment And Training
- Work First
- Worker Retraining
- In-person
This is a cohort-based program and typically begins in Fall Quarter
Program Information
The Boat Building and Repair pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit O*NET OnLine.
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
This degree is for students focused on learning a skill or technology for immediate employment.
Few courses in the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree programs will transfer to four-year colleges or universities. Students interested in further education should consider the Associate in Applied Sciences-Transfer (AAS-T) degree. Consult a program advisor or transfer institution concerning course transferability prior to enrollment.
- High school diploma or GED® equivalent.
- Seattle Central College offers several programs to help you complete your high school education. Learn more.
- Complete or be placed into during the Math 081 and English 092 course with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
Eligible for MATH 081
Eligible for ENGL 092
116 Units
Technical Courses
Complete 7 courses. 2.0 minimum grade.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| WTC 110 | Introduction to Professional Woodworking | 18 |
| WTC 131 | Introduction to Composite Boatbuilding | 14 |
| WTC 132 | Introduction to Marine Electrical Systems | 4 |
| WTC 133 | Wooden Boat Joinery and Repair | 10 |
| WTC 134 | Introduction to Marine Mechanical Systems | 8 |
| WTC 135 | Advanced Composites | 14 |
| WTC 136 | Marine Electrical II | 4 |
Related Instruction
Complete 4 courses. 2.0 minimum grade.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Composition | Choose a course | 5 |
| Applied Mathematics | Choose a course | 5 |
| Behavioral Psychology | Choose a course | 5 |
| Computer Skills | Introduction to Vectorworks | 3 |
Technical Specialty Courses
Complete 10 units. 2.0 minimum grade.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MRT 107 or MRT 108 | Choose a course | 10 |
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Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: MMSBRAPT
- Degree: AAS
- Plan Transcript Description: Associate of Applied Science - Boat Building & Repair
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 47.0616
Wood Technology Center
Woodtech.Central@seattlecolleges.edu
206/934-5460
Academic Advising Center
BE 1104
AdvisorCentral@seattlecolleges.edu
206/934-4068
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