Technical Education

Sierra College Center for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT) offers resources and projects for schools, students, employers and community members interested in learning more about local, highly-paid, in-demand technical jobs, career paths and educational opportunities.

Classroom Projects

Inspire your students with the Tech-Explorer classroom Catapult fabrication project uses applied academics to encourage young people to consider technical careers in engineering, product design, manufacturing, and Mechatronics. The projects are offered in academic English, math, science and history middle school and high school classes and meet state curriculum standards.

CNC Machining Demonstration

The iDesign CNC machining program at Lincoln High School in Lincoln, CA began in 2007 as a result of a grant secured by Sierra College CACT. Students learn how to design projects in 3D computer software and then create jewelry, tools, toys, and auto parts on manual and automated equipment. (PDF Flyer).

School Collaboration

Schools promoting technical education and using hands-on applied academics to introduce their classes to technology and career opportunities collaborate with Sierra College CACT. School robotics clubs benefit from training and resources, instructors explore how to attract more young women into technical careers and teachers appreciate the technical support provided by CACT.

Resources

Guide your students with information about educational and career pathways as well as links to technical resources.