Programs 

Automotive Technology I

Automotive Technology II

The Automotive Technology program prepares students for intermediate skill level positions in the automotive industry and post-secondary studies. The standards-based integrated curriculum includes lecture and shop experience in all phases of automotive maintenance and repair. Training includes use of computerized tech manuals, hand held meters and scanners, as well as power and hand tools. The program provides instruction and practice in diagnosis and repair of engines, ignition systems, fuel systems, brakes, manual and automatic transmissions, front-ends including alignment, heating systems, and emission controls. Students can receive national certification in Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) based on the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) competencies.

Staff:  Mr. Syriac & Mr. Williams

Carpentry

 

Carpentry

Students who successfully complete the Carpentry program will master competencies directly related to the industry and will be ready for employment or to continue with post-secondary studies. Students cut, fit, and assemble wood and other materials for the construction of buildings, highways, industrial plants and many other structures. They learn to set forms for concrete, erect scaffolding, and do finish work such as installing interior and exterior trim, and rough work such as framing walls, putting in doors and windows, layout and building stairs, installing hardwood floors, and hanging cabinets. The program uses an integrated, standards-based curriculum.

Staff:  Mr. Styckiewicz &  Mr. Archambault

Information Support Services and Networking Program

 

Information Support Services and Networking Program

 

The Information Support Services and Networking Program program provides course work for a complete range of basic through advanced networking concepts. In a lab setting that closely corresponds to the real world, students get their hands on the building blocks of today’s global information networks, learning by doing as they design and bring to life local and side-area networks. The curriculum assumes no prior knowledge of computer or networks. High school students can learn the information needed to prepare them for the CISCO Certified Networking associate Exam. This certification positions them for immediate openings in the job market or for engineering and science focused college studies.

Staff:  Mr. Ziemba

Drafting Technology

 

Drafting Technology

The Drafting Technology program prepares students for positions as CAD detailer or CAD draftsmen in various engineering-related fields and for post-secondary education. The program curriculum integrates the AutoCAD and AutoDesk Inventor software. Students gain skills in two-dimensional and three-dimensional practices through real world applications. A heavy emphasis is put on conventional drafting standards throughout the three years of the program. Residential Architectural Drafting concepts and methods are practiced and implemented. This exposure to how building and construction practices are executed on the job site is vital to design and development of structures.

Staff:  Mr. Ingram & Mr. Grzelak

Electricity

 

Electricity

The electrical program enables students to successfully master the competencies addressed by all aspects of the industry, including working with electricity in a safe and professional manner. Students who successfully complete the program are able to be employed in the industry or continue with their post-secondary studies. The program covers installation and maintenance of equipment for light, heat, and power with emphasis on construction, motor controls and programmable logic controllers. The integrated curricula focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to develop a thorough understanding of electrical circuits and theories. Students perform laboratory-type experiments to help them understand the operating characteristics of the circuits in use. Learned wiring methods are used to install actual circuits for residential and commercial applications within the school and selected work within the school district.

Staff:  Mr. Adasiewicz,  Mr. Leary & Mr. Aickelin

Food Production Management

 

Food Production Management & Services

The Foods Production, Management and Services Program empowers students to succeed in a vital part of today's service economy by integrating general education, professional skills, and career-focused education. In Compaccino’s, the student-run restaurant, students learn the techniques required by restaurants and most dining facilities, including sautéing, grilling, baking, pastries, garde mange, garnishing, menu planning, business, and nutrition. Successful completion of the program equips students with an understanding of the issues and terminology in subjects of importance to the potential employer, including sanitation, safety, nutrition, and kitchen etiquette. The program provides the conceptual and practical tools required to enter the employment field or continue on with a post-secondary education. Students may also obtain national ServSafe certification.

Staff:  Mr. Cerpovicz, Mr. Krawczyk 

Ms. Dolphin (para-professional)

Horticulture

 

Horticulture Services & Operational Management / Landscaping / Building and Grounds Maintenance

The Horticulture program encompasses the study of services that relate directly to the green industry. A student who successfully masters the competencies in the program can be employed in many fields related to or dependent on horticultural services in general or can pursue post-secondary studies. The student who successfully completes the program will have mastered special skills in floriculture, floral design and greenhouse management and retail sales.

Staff:  Mr. Mislak, Mr. Stolar, Ms. DuComb

Ms. Pickard (paraprofessional)

Machine Tool Technology

 

Machine Tool Technology

Machine Tool Technology is an exciting field that is ultimately responsible for every product manufactured. The computer revolution has had a significant impact on all aspects of the manufacturing process. Today’s machine tool technician must be trained in a wide variety of conventional machine tools, computer aided design, computer aided manufacturing and computer numerical control programming techniques to be able to meet the challenges of these technological advances.

The Machine Tool Technology department is equipped with the latest industry standard high tech equipment and software programming. Students learn to set up and operate a full range of sophisticated machine tools and gain skills in cad\ cam and c.n.c. programming.

The Machine Tool Technology department has an articulation agreement with Springfield Technical Community College and students will take the national institute for metalworking skill tests to show their proficiency in working to industry standard

Staff:  Mr. Carroll & Mr. Cantin

Metal Fabrication and Joining Technology

 

Metal Fabrication and Joining Technology

The Metal Fabrication/ Welding Program consists of instruction designed to meet employment needs of students who are pursuing a career as a welder/fabricator. The program develops a technical and theoretical foundation in welding, metal fabrication and ornamental ironwork while supporting a safe, hands-on learning environment using a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and metals.

An innovative industrial-based curriculum blends related math, science, and metallurgy with state of the art equipment. Welding processes covered include shielded metal arc welding (stick welding), gas tungsten arc welding (tig), gas metal arc welding (mig), oxy-acetylene, and plasma arc cutting. The shearing, rolling, and forming of metals are also included in a project based format. The program is also certified as a School Excelling through National Skills Standards Education (SENSE), from the American Welding Society. Students will have the opportunity to work towards the Entry Level and Advance Level II welder certifications.

Staff:  Mr. Gassnola & Mr. Bienvenue

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CCHS Staff: Mr. Goulet, Ms. Gil, Ms. White, Mr. Parsons

CHS Staff: Mr. Baraboni, Ms. Lussier, Ms Marcotte, Mr. Sieracki