School Information
60 Daniels StMiddletown, CT 06457
Program of Studies
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Program Lead
Cristina Stisser
Primary Contact
Michael Hood
Dept. Head, Precision Machining
Program Overview
Vinal Technical High School, Precision Machining Technology
Brief DescriptionStudents enrolled in the CTECS Precision Machining Technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools, precision machining fundamentals using; manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers as early as the 10th grade and become proficient in their operation and programming upon graduation.
Program Focus
Precision Machining
Year Program Started
1925
Grade Level Sequence
9, 10, 11, 12
Academic Design and Delivery
Are prerequisite courses required to enter the program?
No
Number of courses required to complete or offered in the program:
4
Total credits required to complete the program:
4
Industry-recognized credentials
Program Standards
Yes - Students enrolled in the CTECS Precision Machining Technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools, precision machining fundamentals using; manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers as early as the 10th grade and become proficient in their operation and programming upon graduation.https://vinal.cttech.org/programs/career-technical-education/precision-machining-technology/
How often program curriculum is reviewed
Students enrolled in the CTECS Precision Machining Technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools, precision machining fundamentals using; manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students’ progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers as early as the 10th grade and become proficient in their operation and programming upon graduation.https://vinal.cttech.org/programs/career-technical-education/precision-machining-technology/
Stakeholders participating in program review
Opportunities to earn credit articulating to the next level of education
Articulation agreements
No
Number of courses required to complete or offered in the program:
4
Total credits required to complete the program:
4
Industry-recognized credentials
National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS), Credit(s) towards an associate degree, A certificate or certification offered by a third party, A certificate of completion of a pre-apprenticeship, NIMS, Haas Certification
Program Standards
Yes - Students enrolled in the CTECS Precision Machining Technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools, precision machining fundamentals using; manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers as early as the 10th grade and become proficient in their operation and programming upon graduation.https://vinal.cttech.org/programs/career-technical-education/precision-machining-technology/
How often program curriculum is reviewed
Students enrolled in the CTECS Precision Machining Technology program are given instruction in and demonstrate skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools, precision machining fundamentals using; manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students’ progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers as early as the 10th grade and become proficient in their operation and programming upon graduation.https://vinal.cttech.org/programs/career-technical-education/precision-machining-technology/
Stakeholders participating in program review
Education: This may include a high school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary degree or completion of postsecondary level CTE coursework.
Work Experience: This may include completion of a specified number of hours or years of work or apprenticeship experience in the occupational area.
Teacher or CTE Training: This may include completion of professional learning or training required for teachers generally, professional learning or training in the CTE field or in a specific occupational area, mentorship experience, or other pedagogical training.
Opportunities to earn credit articulating to the next level of education
Articulation agreements
Industry Partnerships
Does program curricula incorporate employability skill standards?
Yes
How are employability skill standards incorporated into the program?
Built into the curriculum and reinforced and practiced on a daily basis.
Program/business partnerships
Yes - We have partnerships with area manufacturers that support the program by providing field trips to Freshman students, participating in advisory boards, providing employment and training to students under the WBL program with the Dept. of Labor....etc..
Community Partners
Provide classes at night to support the Manufacturing programs at Middlesex Community College in Middletown.
Work-based learning opportunities/internships
Cooperative work education, Pre-apprenticeships, Simulated work environments
Pre-apprenticeships
When students are hired at certain employers under the WBL program they are also enrolled as a pre-apprentice with the Dept. of Labor. The hours worked count towards their full apprenticeship after they graduate. Also, they get credit for 1,500 hours towards their apprenticeship for their 4 years at Vinal Tech H.S.
Yes
How are employability skill standards incorporated into the program?
Built into the curriculum and reinforced and practiced on a daily basis.
Program/business partnerships
Yes - We have partnerships with area manufacturers that support the program by providing field trips to Freshman students, participating in advisory boards, providing employment and training to students under the WBL program with the Dept. of Labor....etc..
Community Partners
Provide classes at night to support the Manufacturing programs at Middlesex Community College in Middletown.
Work-based learning opportunities/internships
Cooperative work education, Pre-apprenticeships, Simulated work environments
Pre-apprenticeships
When students are hired at certain employers under the WBL program they are also enrolled as a pre-apprentice with the Dept. of Labor. The hours worked count towards their full apprenticeship after they graduate. Also, they get credit for 1,500 hours towards their apprenticeship for their 4 years at Vinal Tech H.S.
Student Recruitment and Engagement
How programs are marketed
Printed materials, Guidance activities, Other
Program data collection
Graduation rates, Employment data, college rates.
Printed materials, Guidance activities, Other
Program data collection
Graduation rates, Employment data, college rates.