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Optional Disciplines

After an apprentice spends two years in a waterfront trade program, they will become eligible for one of the advanced disciplines also known as an optional program. The criteria for selection includes academic grades, craft performance, attendance, and personal interest and aptitude. Admission into these programs is limited and on a competitive basis. Advanced discipline apprenticeships vary in length from four, five, or eight years.  

Select an advanced discipline for more information.

Advanced Shipyard Operations

Cost Estimator

Marine Designer

Marine Engineer

Metrology Technician

Modeling and Simulation

Nuclear Test Technician

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