MASSACHUSETTS Vocational Technical TEACHER TESTING Program
SCOPE OF TEST CODE #22 MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
PERCENT OF TEST:
5% Hand & Power Tools, Fasteners & Measuring Procedures
40% Maintenance
§ Preventative Maintenance
§ Marine Fuel & Lubrication Systems
§ Marine Ignition Systems
§ Marine Electrical Systems
§ Cooling Systems
§ Drive Systems
§ Tilt & Trim Systems
§ Steering Systems
10% Overhaul Two and Four Stroke Cycle Engines
4% Outboard Fuel System Maintenance & Repair
6% Inboard and Stern Drive Fuel Systems Maintenance & Repair
5% Related Mathematics & Science
30% Health, Safety & Navigation
· Define Health & Safety Regulations
· Identify Health & Safety Practices
· Identify Responses to Situations That Threaten Health & Safety
· Small Boat Safety Standards
· Identify Concepts Related to Navigation
THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION IS ALIGNED WITH THE MATCHING MASSACHUSETTS VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATOR FRAMEWORKS. SOME QUESTIONS REQUIRE A SYNTHESIS OF KNOWLEDGE BASED ON THIS EXPERIENCE AND MAY NOT BE FOUND IN ANY BOOK. HOWEVER, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO STUDY FOR THEIR EXAMS BY REVIEWING CURRENT TEXTBOOKS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL WHICH CAN USUALLY BE FOUND IN THE LIBRARIES OF MOST VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS AND SCHOOLS WHICH OFFER CHAPTER 74 PROGRAMS.
You may refer to http://www.doe.mass.edu/cte/frameworks for the Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks.
THE FOLLOWING LIST OF REFERENCE MATERIALS WAS DEVELOPED AS A GUIDE FOR WRITTEN EXAM CANDIDATES:
Audel Welders Guide
John Deere Tool Book
Evinrude Maintenance Manual
American Boat and Yacht Council Manual
YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY FOR OBTAINING THESE RESOURCES THROUGH THE INTERLIBRARY LOAN PROGRAM.
SCOPE OF TEST CODE #22 MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
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The written exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions. Each question consists of one incomplete sentence or a questions followed by four choices. Listed below are several sample items:
Marine
conductors shall be supported throughout their length or shall be secured at
least:
* a. every 18 inches.
b. at the fuel tank.
c. every 5 feet.
d. over the engine.
A
fresh supply of the fuel-air mixture is provided in almost all outboard motors
by:
a. compression increasers.
b. supercharging.
* c. crankcase scavenging.
d. air pumps.
* indicates correct answer
THE TEACHER TESTING PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE NON-PROGRAMMABLE CALCULATORS FOR USE IN COMPLETING THE WRITTEN EXAM. DOCUMENTATION REGARDING THESE CALCULATORS WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR ADMISSION PACKAGE.
MASSACHUSETTS Vocational Technical TEACHER TESTING Program
SCOPE OF TEST CODE #22 MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
PERCENT OF TEST:
21% Gas Engine Tune Up
21% Diesel Engine Repair
15% Fuel Filter Change
13% Starter System
13% Outboard Lower Unit Oil Change
6% Use of Micrometer
6% Thread Studs
5% Safety
The Performance Examination is aligned with the matching Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks. Most exam tasks require a synthesis of knowledge based on vocational technical work experience. As a result we highly recommend that Performance Exam Candidates possess the required years of related work experience as well as the appropriate industry recognized credentials as outlined as requirements for preliminary vocational technical educator licensure. Candidates are also encouraged to prepare for their exams by reviewing current textbooks and reference material which can usually be found in the libraries of most Vocational Technical Schools and Schools which offer Chapter 74 Programs.
CANDIDATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Work Clothes
Safety Glasses
CANDIDATE WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
1. Ability to follow task procedures to manufacturer’s specifications.
2. Correct selection of tools and equipment.
3. Demonstration of work habits to trade standards.
4. Result of completed tasks.
5. Safety.
SCOPE OF TEST CODE #22 MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
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CANDIDATE MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE WORK CLOTHES
SAFETY GLASSES AT ALL TIMES DURING THE EXAM.
THE FOLLOWING LIST OF REFERENCE MATERIALS WAS DEVELOPED AS A GUIDE FOR PERFORMANCE EXAM CANDIDATES:
Safety Orientation NCCER, Person Prentice Hall
www.osha.gov Go to Regulations, select sections:
1910.1200 - Hazard Communication
1910 Subpart I - Personal Protective Equipment
You may refer to http://www.doe.mass.edu/cte/frameworks for the Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks.
CANDIDATES ARE REMINDED THAT THE USE OF A CALCULATOR IS ALLOWED FOR THE PERFORMANCE EXAM PROVIDING YOU BRING YOUR OWN.
Updated: 10/27/2011