Technical Education

Technical Education, traditionally known as Tech Ed, is a department that has expanded to be more than the commonly experienced wood shop class. The Central High School Tech Ed department supports three career pathways including manufacturing, engineering, and mechatronics. Regardless of the pathway, students are exposed to industry standards, industry expectations, and skill development relevant to each career cluster. Students are also supported in their STEM pathway whether college-bound, PTECH-bound, or career-bound receiving support options to earn industry certifications completely free of charge, earn concurrent credit, or receive a foundation cross-walked with Colorado Mesa University.

In each career cluster, students have 4 levels of class progression. These classes increase in rigor, exposure, and opportunity as students transgress through their education. It is recommended that students take at least two credits in a specific pathway to receive additional graduation recognition.   Below are these levels of coursework by career cluster

The Career Technical Education department offers a variety of opportunities to expand student learning outside the classroom with leadership opportunities. Each pathway is supported by a student lead organization but students are encouraged to join any they seem interested in. Below are the student organizations facilitated through Tech Ed and their faculty. 

The Tech Ed department is home to a variety of equipment including that housed in the campus makerspace. The Tech Ed Makerspace has a high powered laser, fleet of 3D printers, soldering and robotics work stations, drones, and a large vinyl cutter. All equipment available to students to use as they need once they have been trained. 

Want more info? Check out the CHS Makerspace website linked below.