Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School is located in Danielson, Connecticut. We have over 600 students from 20 towns and enroll grades 9-12.
We pride ourselves on keeping up with the latest in industry trends and outfitting our classrooms with state-of-the-art technology and equipment to create authentic environments that will prepare students for future careers. Our commitment is unwavering: to equip our students with the skills to succeed, and to provide a talented workforce that is responsive to state and industry needs.
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Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing
Students in the automotive collision repair and refinishing program learn safety, tools and equipment, damage analysis, component replacement, sheet metal straightening and filling, welding, painting and refinishing, detailing, and introduction to frame straightening and mechanical systems.
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Automotive Technology
Students in the automotive technology program are given instruction in safety, tools and equipment, engine repair, electrical and electronic systems, brakes, steering and suspension, engine performance, air conditioning, and driveline service.
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Carpentry
The Carpentry program is organized around the fabrication and construction of residential housing and related remodeling. Production work is an essential part of the carpentry trade program experience. Construction agreements are made with customers to build, renovate, remodel or extend structures.
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Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts program students are trained in all phases of the food service industry. Students take the “hands-on” approach with their training through the use of fully stocked and operational commercial kitchens to produce food in large quantities, as well as smaller scale kitchens that train students on casual and fine dining.
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Electrical
Electrical prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels.
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Electronics Technology
Electronics focuses on hands-on and theory of circuitry and practical application to designing, creating and repairing things we use in our everyday lives. Students learn proper use of hand tools and common electronic equipment; soldering; parts identification and schematic symbols; basic direct current (DC) circuits; project assembly; and more.
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Hairdressing and Cosmetology
The Hairdressing and Cosmetology program encompasses a broad range of specialty areas including hairstyling, nail technology, and esthetics. It is the art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair, and the study of cosmetics and their applications.
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Masonry
The Masonry Program prepares students for employment in construction trades directly related to the use of mortar, block, tile, and slate. The program involves the understanding and use of materials such as mortar and bonding agents, the related hand and power tools of the trade, laying and aligning brick, block, and tile, the building of archways, fireplaces, chimneys, wall works, and interior finishing.
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Plumbing and Heating
The Plumbing and Heating program prepares students with knowledge in construction safety, measuring and blueprint reading, calculations of plumbing and heating systems. This includes drainage fixture units, water supply fixture units, gas pipe sizing, and calculating heat loss for hydronic heating applications.
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Precision Machining Technology
In Precision Machining Technology, students learn machine safety, measuring tools, and precision machining fundamentals using manual milling machines, lathes, and other metal processing machines. Students’ progress using computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers.
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Sustainable Architecture
Sustainable Architecture students are instructed in safety and the proper use and care of drafting tools and equipment. They’ll learn basic drafting skills, understand how a residential building is constructed and become familiar with the various building materials that are used with a focus on energy efficiency and environmental impact.
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