The curriculum presented in this document was created through the auspices of Louisiana State University's Center for Wetland Resources. Need for a program to train qualified personnel for the transportation segment of the mineral and oil industry was shown by a shortage of skilled workers. With the cooperation of a local high school, a one-year nautical science program was devised. Initial participation involved 27 students. Outlines appearing in the curriculum guide list topics for a two-year, 11th and 12th grade, program on marine transportation. The use of guest speakers and field trips is advocated. Bibliographies are included for those wishing additional information on topics covered. (NTIS/CP)