Certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF), this program provides an excellent foundation for students to either attend automotive college or directly enter the automotive industry. The program is designed for students who have little or no knowledge/experience in the automotive field, but who are eager to learn. The course covers safety; automotive tools and fasteners; seals and bearings; and basic engine design, construction, and principles. Instruction is concentrated in the four major NATEF areas: Steering and Suspension, Brakes, Electrical and Electronic, and Engine Performance. The Automotive Technology program also participates in the Automotive Youth Educational System (AYES) program, a dynamic partnership among participating automotive manufacturers, participating local dealers, and selected local high schools/career and technical schools.

Academics & Certificates:

Upon successful completion of all requirements, students also have the potential to receive certifications from the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE student certification) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science.

College Credit Opportunities:

Students have the potential to earn 3-12 college credits through an articulation agreement with University of Northwestern Ohio. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

Students in this program become immersed in the full spectrum of repairing, restoring, and rebuilding damaged auto bodies. Through their hands-on work, they learn the techniques of complete auto collision repair, including sheet metal work and frame repair; painting and refinishing; exterior and interior trim and glass; and mechanical and electrical adjustments and repairs. Students also practice the art of customizing, an increasingly popular aspect of the trade, as well as learn how to estimate repair costs and manage their own repair shop.

Entry-level jobs are available for an auto body technician who works at improving skills and developing such specialties as auto body detailing, insurance adjusting, antique car restoration, and business management.

Academics & Certificates:

Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science. Students also have the potential to take the I-Car Platinum Certification Program.

College Credit Opportunities:

Students have the potential to earn 3 college credits through an articulation agreement with SUNY Delhi. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

Let your career take off! This program provides students with basic knowledge of aviation. Successful completion of this two-year program enables students to be eligible for an FAA approved pilot’s certificate as either a private pilot or remote pilot. Students will be exposed to the operation of single engine airplanes and drones and will learn about aviation history, airplanes, drones, engines, aircraft systems, instruments, meteorology, flight environment, communications, aircraft performance, human factors, and the principles of flight.

Navigation and cross-country flying, along with flight planning will prepare students for logging of actual flight time in single engine aircraft at a local airport. There are opportunities to log flight time in quadcopter drones to capture photos and videos for editing into projects.

Students will be prepared for the FAA private pilot knowledge exam or remote pilot exam. Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math and science. A career plan will be created to plan a path to an aviation career. To be accepted into this program, students will have to meet FAA medical standards, be vetted by the TSA, and be proficient in English language. Students will be subject to drug testing.

College Credit Opportunities:

Students have the potential to earn 4-5 college credits through articulation agreements with Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Dutchess Community College. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

CAREER OPPOrTUNITIES

1. Commercial Pilot
2. Air Traffic Controller
3. Corporate Pilot
4. Flight Instructor
5. Drone Aerial Inspection (Power Lines, Roofs, Bridges)
6. Drone Engineering (Site Planning, Elevation Mapping)
7. Drone Photography & Videography

This program introduces students to various disciplines in robotics, 3D design, advanced manufacturing techniques, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering. Students learn fundamental concepts and participate in hands-on projects that provide a strong understanding of the technical skills required for success. Knowledge gained will help them make informed decisions about their postsecondary choices in college and career pathways.

Developed and continually reviewed by an advisory group of industry professionals from across the Hudson Valley, this program is designed to help students become workforce ready with current skills and training to work with today’s tools, technologies, and materials of advanced manufacturing. Skills are developed in robotic design and coding, 3D computer aided design (Solidworks), 3D printing, precision measurement, and computerized numerical control (CNC) machining.

The Ulster BOCES Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing program is recognized by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certification program, which allows graduates to enter the workforce with a nationally recognized NIMS certification in metalworking. Students also have the potential to receive certifications from Mastercam and Solidworks. Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science.

Get charged up working under the supervision of a Licensed Master Electrician while preparing to enter the electrical field as an apprentice. Students enrolled in the Electrical Construction & Maintenance program gain the knowledge and skills to prepare them for a wide variety of career paths, mainly in the residential, industrial, and commercial trade areas. Some of the many topics touched upon in this extensive program’s curriculum include industrial safety, electrical theory, the National Electrical Code, and blueprint reading, as well as motor controls. Students will also learn the theory and practice of photovoltaic installation. In addition to classroom learning, a large percentage of students’ time is spent on hands-on projects in the shop area at the Career & Technical Center and at off-campus work sites for nonprofit groups, such as local fire departments and Habitat for Humanity.

Academics & Certificates:

Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science. Students also have the opportunity to earn an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Construction Certificate.

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:

Students have the potential to earn 3-6 college credits through articulation agreements with SUNY Delhi and Hudson Valley Community College. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

Students in this program will gain the necessary technical and management skills to enter the field of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). Coursework includes science principles; electrical concepts; manifold gauge reading and interpretation; electrical troubleshooting; performance evaluation of refrigeration cycle; AC cycle and heat pump; heating systems, oil, and gas; soldering/brazing procedures; environment refrigerant handling; human and customer relations; paperwork proficiency; charting pressure/temperature, psychometrics, and enthalpy; sheet metal work; and ductulator and HVAC servicing. Alternative energy, including geo-thermal and photovoltaic, is also explored.

Academics & Certificates:

Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science. Through the HVAC program, students also have the potential to receive certificates from the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608, 609, and 410A.

College Credit Opportunities:

Students have the potential to earn 3-6 college credits through articulation agreements with SUNY Delhi and Hudson Valley Community College. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

Students obtain basic knowledge and skills to enter the small engine repair field. Basic theory and hands-on training will provide the necessary background for students to become sought-after small engine technicians. Instruction includes the repair and service of motorcycles, mopeds, ATVs, scooters, marine engines, lawn mowers, chain saws, and snow blowers. Course content includes general service, theory, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of engines, transmissions, electrical, fuel, and suspension brake systems. In addition to the focus on power equipment, there is also an introduction to the field of turf management.

ACADEMICS & CERTIFICATES:

Upon successfully meeting course requirements, students have the potential to test for Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) Certification. Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science.

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:

Students have the potential to earn 3-9 college credits through an articulation agreement with SUNY Cobleskill. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.

Shape your future by enrolling in the Welding and Metal Fabrication program. Students learn to weld metal parts according to work orders, layouts, or blueprints, using braze welding, oxyacetylene welding, gas metal arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, or gas tungsten techniques. Combination welders also perform related tasks such as grinding, drilling, and oxyacetylene flame cutting. Students are trained to plan, layout, and assemble welding projects.

Academic & Certificates:

Academic instruction in NYS Common Core English language arts, mathematics, and science is integrated into the curriculum. Students can earn credits for English, math, and science. Upon successful completion of all requirements, students will also have the opportunity to receive certification from the American Welding Society.

College Credit Opportunities:

Students have the potential to earn 3-6 college credits through articulation agreements with SUNY Delhi and Hudson Valley Community College. Additional articulation agreements are always being pursued.