Transportation Technologies

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Advances in science and engineering are leading to significant innovations in transportation, enabling faster and more efficient movement of people and goods while reducing costs and environmental impact. These innovations demand skilled professionals to manage and maintain advanced transportation equipment. High school programs offer students the chance to prepare for careers in the automotive industry.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Opportunities

CTE Program School Industry Recognized Credential
Automotive Mechanic Brunswick High School Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification

If you enjoy:

  • Working with your hands
  • Analyzing/solving problems
  • Customer service
  • Detail oriented work
  • Mechanics
  • Using tools

Then you might enjoy a career as a:

  • Master Automotive Technician
  • Diesel Service Technician
  • Collision Repair Technician
  • Estimate Appraiser
  • Parts Professional
  • Shop Foreman
  • Auto Detailer

For more information about opportunities within the Transportation Technology Cluster, please see your School Counselor or Career Coach.

For detailed course offerings and class sequences, please see the Course and Planning Guides.

Career and Technology Center (CTC) Opportunities (Open to all students - Application Required)

CTC Program Industry Recognized Credential
Automotive Mechanics
  • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications
Automotive Body Collision
  • i-CAR certifications
  • National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certifications

Work Based Learning (WBL) Opportunities available at every school

Career Research and Development Pathway with Work Study Internship Youth Apprentice Program
Work Based Learning Coordinators and Career Coaches can help you identify a local employer in this industry.

Career and Technical Student Organizations

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CTSOs are student-led organizations that provide opportunities for students to develop leadership, teamwork, and career-related skills. They often focus on specific career fields such as business, technology, agriculture, or health/human services. These co-curricular student experiences are embedded within various CTE programs. CTSOs can offer a variety of activities, including competitions, conferences, community service projects, and networking events.

Additional Opportunities

Dual Enrollment
College credit opportunities are available within this program. Please review the course guide for the most current Dual Enrollment opportunities.

Sample Schedule
Below is a sample schedule of how students can complete a CTE program while satisfying their graduation requirements. Please note, these sample schedules are not official options and students should consult their guidance counselor for the most accurate advice regarding scheduling.

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