Automotive Technology
Program Description
Students enrolled in the CTECS automotive technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in most aspects of the automotive and mechanical repair field including safety, tools and equipment, engine repair, electrical and electronic systems, brakes, steering and suspension, engine performance, air conditioning, and drive line service.
Students receive over 1400 hours of time in the trade technology area (theory and practical)
Students are eligible to participate in work-based learning (WBL) in grades 11 & 12. This program allows companies to hire students during the school day to work at a dealership, independent repair shop, or parts supplier. Students will get credit for their work experience and it is an important pipeline for getting our students into industry.
For more information about our programs please view CTECS Program of Studies.
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- Practice Shop Safety
- Understand career opportunities in the transportation industry
- Demonstrate mechanical repair processes and materials
- Demonstrate tool and equipment usage and operation
- Perform routine maintenance procedures on motor vehicles.
- Diagnose and repair motor vehicle systems to acceptable industry and safety standards
- Utilize “high-tech” diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeters, diagnostic scan tools, computerized front end alignment equipment, and on-car brake lathes.
- Demonstrate professional customer service skills used in the industry
- Utilize service information and interpret wiring diagrams during diagnosis and repair
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- Student Level ASE
- SP/2 safety
- 609 refrigerant recovery (I-Car for collision only)
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- Technician
- Service Advisor
- Fleet Manager
- Vehicle Sales
- Field Service Technician
- Recreational Vehicle Repair
- Service Manager
- Aviation
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- A. I. Prince Technical High School, Hartford
- Bristol Technical Education Center, Bristol
- Bullard-Havens Technical High School, Bridgeport
- E.C. Goodwin Technical High School, New Britain
- Eli Whitney Technical High School, Hamden
- Emmett O’Brien Technical High School, Ansonia
- Ella T. Grasso Technical High School, Groton
- H.C Wilcox Technical High School, Meriden
- Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School, Danielson
- Henry Abbott Technical High School, Danbury
- Howell Cheney Technical High School, Manchester
- J. M. Wright Technical High School, Stamford
- Norwich Technical High School, Norwich
- Oliver Wolcott Technical High School, Torrington
- Platt Technical High School, Milford
- Vinal Technical High School, Middletown
- W.F. Kaynor Technical High School, Waterbury
- Windham Technical High School, Willimantic
Windham Tech Automotive Shop Information
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All repair appointments must be scheduled. The Automotive Department will supply the Security Office with a daily list of expected customers.
During the school day from 7:15AM to 2:45PM - Park in the front parking lot, report to the front door of the school, and sign in with security. Once cleared by security, drive to the gate kiosk leading to the rear of the building. Buzz the gate kiosk and security will open the gate for you. Drive to the automotive shop entrance at the rear of the building. Park along the hillside adjacent to ECSU, ring the doorbell, and an Instructor will meet you at the door. Bring in a copy of your vehicle's current registration and insurance.
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Anytime you arrive at school for a delivery, park at the front curb. Go to the main school entrance, and buzz the security office. Inform security that you are making a parts delivery to the automotive shop. Wait for security to call and confirm with the automotive shop at ext. 24133. Once cleared by security, drive to the gate kiosk leading to the rear of the building. Buzz the gate kiosk and security will open the gate for you. Drive to the automotive shop entrance at the rear of the building. Park, ring the doorbell, and an Instructor will meet you at the door.