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CCT-M Certified Composites Technician - Marine
 
Introduction

The Certified Composites Technician-Marine (CCT-M) program is designed specifically for the boat building industry and focuses on the fundamental knowledge and skills of composites boat building.

 
Eligibility Requirements
 
Candidates must be working within the composites industry for at least one year
Candidates must complete the application and be accepted into the program
 

STUDY GUIDE OVERVIEW*

1. History of Fiberglass Boat Building

 
2. General Composites Knowledge

 
3. Composites Manufacturing Processes

Open Molding Applications

4. Composites Materials for Boat Building

Thermoset Resins
Reinforcement Materials
Core Materials

5. Marine Gel Coat Application

Gel Coat Gun Set-Up
Gel Coat Application Methods
Spraying Techniques

 
6. Marine Laminating Techniques

Hand Lay-Up Techniques
Properly Curing The Laminate 
Core Bonding Procedures

7. Controlled Spraying

Introduction To Controlled Spraying
Spraying Techniques
Operator Training Syllabus

8. Fluid Handling Equipment Principles

Plural Component Application
Fluid Pumps & Catalyst Delivery
Equipment Maintenance

9. Boat Plant Safety

Chemical Safety
Fire Safety
Lockout/Tagout Procedures

10. Marine Molding Quality Assurance

The Approach To Quality
Management Roles In Quality  
Building A Quality System
 

Certification:

FAA – Federal Aviation Administration acceptable towards Inspection Authorization IA Renewal Training