Marine Technology Career Technical Education in Rockland, Maine
Established in 1973 and Located in Rockland, ME, Mid-Coast School of Technology (MCAST) is one of Maine’s network of career and technical education (CTE) schools. The school offer hands-on, career-oriented education in a variety of programs.
As a member of Maine’s network of CTE schools, MCAST is aligned with a set of robust national educational standards for each one of the programs.
The Mid-Coast School of Technology offers over 15 on-site trade programs, including - Auto Collision Repair, Auto Technology, Culinary Arts, Commercial Baking, Design/Technology, Firefighting/EMT, Medical Science, Certified Nursing Assistant, Intro to Applied Technology, Machine Shop and Marine Technology to name a few.
One of the unique benefits of attending Mid-Coast School of Technology (MCST) is the opportunity to take advantage of our many post-secondary agreements with colleges to earn college credit while attending MCST.
Training Programs
Marine Technology Program
- Marine Technology: Marine Technology prepares the student for a successful career in the marine industry. Boatbuilding basics include both traditional and modern construction techniques from woodworking to resin infusion.
- The program focuses on providing a clear understanding of the boatbuilding process. Strong emphasis is placed on modern materials, methods, and techniques.
- Special priority is given to safety, safe work habits, and proper personal protection. Students are encouraged to build or repair a vessel of their own.
- Course Expectations: Produce a Banks Dory half-model and larger models; construct, repair, restore, or refurbish various vessels and/or marine related equipment such as lobster tanks, bait boxes, or fuel tanks. Also, it includes - Class work, Technology, Career Prep, Professional Attribute and Tests.
- This course meets Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri.
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