People, Pathways, and Technology for the Future Manufacturing Workforce: A Professional Development Series for Educators

Professional Development Series Focuses on Opportunities in Modern Manufacturing CCAT, together with Connecticut State Department of Education and Connecticut College of Technology's National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing, is pleased to present People, Pathways & Technology for the Future Manufacturing Workforce – a Professional Development Series for Educators. The series will be held online on Wednesdays from...

Free innovative training program in Internet of Things (IoT)

MakerspaceCT 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Are you ready to learn the skills to start a career in the Internet of Things? Over the course of this 8-week project-based program, students will learn a series of skills in electronics, circuits and sensors, soldering, microcontroller programming, printed circuit board (PCB) design, and cloud communications. Paired with guest lecturers from Connecticut industry and...

Tour CCAT’s Advanced Technology Center to Inspire ALL Students

CCAT Advanced Technology Center, 409 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06118, United States

Show & Tell: Tour Our Advanced Technology Center Part of CCATs mission is to support educators in encouraging students to consider careers in STEM and advanced manufacturing. We do this by hosting tours of our Advanced Technology Center in East Hartford. If you are a teacher, counselor, or administrator, learn more about the exciting advances...

Educator Workshops – Anytime, On-Demand

On-Demand

Prepare your students for rewarding careers in manufacturing Learn about today’s manufacturing technologies and reinvigorate your teaching strategies to inspire your students to build their Industry 4.0 skills. Our on-demand professional development offerings provide opportunities for K-16 educators to learn more about modern manufacturing and the rewarding career opportunities the industry offers. The following workshops...

Workshops for Companies – Anytime, On-Demand

On-Demand

CCAT’s digital technology and Industry 4.0 online workshops for Connecticut’s small to medium-sized manufacturers are available anytime, on-demand. Explore topics including Model Based Definition, Automation for Part Inspection, Smart Manufacturing, Augmented Reality, and more.  

Introduction to Basic Metrology Using A Laser Interferometer (3-Day Paid Training Class)

CCAT Advanced Technology Center, 409 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06118, United States

Join CCAT and Renishaw for this comprehensive 3-day in-person paid training.  This course involves open discussion on the use of the laser interferometer as a tool for evaluating the severity and cause of errors machines exhibit which work within three-dimensional rectangular coordinate systems. Emphasis is on development of basic metrology skills, visualization, and solutions for...

Annual Materials & Manufacturing Summer Teachers’ Institute

This professional development workshop is designed to acquaint science teachers with real-life applications of STEM skills in today’s manufacturing environment. Teachers will learn about current demands in the manufacturing industry – and consider how to prepare students with the skills to meet these demands - by completing a STEM design challenge project and by networking...

SCSU Materials & Manufacturing Summer Teachers’ Institute

Southern Connecticut State University 501 Crescent St., New Haven, CT

This professional development workshop is designed to acquaint science teachers with real-life applications of STEM skills in today’s manufacturing environment. Teachers will learn about current demands in the manufacturing industry – and consider how to prepare students with the skills to meet these demands - by completing a STEM design challenge project and by networking...

Connecticut Workforce Summit: Addressing the Labor Shortage

The Aqua Turf Club 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT

Join Futuro Health CEO Van Ton-Quinlivan for insights on proven workforce development strategies in multiple sectors. Futuro Health CEO Van Ton-Quinlivan headlines our Connecticut Workforce Summit, hosted in partnership with ReadyCT, CONNSTEP, and Social Venture Partners Connecticut October 6 at the AquaTurf Club in Plantsville. Join Ton-Quinlivan for insights on proven workforce development strategies refined for the...

Celebrate CT MFG Day & Month

CCAT celebrates modern manufacturing in Connecticut. The month of October presents a chance for manufacturers, educators, and parents to come together to raise awareness and inspire the next generation of makers, engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs. This page is dedicated to sharing resources and opportunities to explore and support innovation in Connecticut, not just for one...

Tunxis Foundation Economic Breakfast & Network Event

Doubletree By Hilton 42 Century Drive, Bristol, CT

Join us for a panel discussion with industry leaders featuring insights on: Manufacturing in Connecticut.  Hosed by Paul Lavoie - Chief Manufacturing Officer, State of Connecticut. Download The Registration Form

ACM’S Aerospace Alley 2022 – Future Workforce Opportunities Fair

Connecticut Convention Center 100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

We welcome your school or educational organization to join us for… The ACM’s Aerospace Alley® Future Workforce Opportunities Fair on November 2, 2022 in Hartford, CT. This event is designed to engage students at the middle and high school levels and raise awareness about modern manufacturing and the aerospace industry. The goal is to make students – along with their...