CTE- Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
The high school CTE Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Career Cluster focuses on careers in planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water. It also includes related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance.
Automotive
The Automotive program of study teaches high school CTE learners how to repair and refinish automobiles and service various types of vehicles. CTE students may learn to collect payment for services or supplies and perform typical vehicle maintenance procedures such as lubrication, oil changes, installation of antifreeze, or replacement of accessories like wiper blades or tires.
Work-Based and Expanded Learning Opportunities in Automotive
- Join SkillsUSA or the Automotive Service Association
- Work at a local automotive repair or body shop
High School CTE Automotive Certifications
- ASE Entry Level Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (AT)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Brakes (BR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Electronic/Electrical Systems (EE)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Performance (EP)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Repair (ER)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Heating and Air Conditioning (AC)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Manual Drive Train and Axles (MD)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Service Technology
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Suspension and Steering (SS)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Mechanical and Electrical Components (ME)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair (SR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Painting and Refinishing (PR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
- Principles of Small Engine Technology Certification
- Small Engine Technology
Automotive Salary Information
Automotive Occupations | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Automotive Body and Related Repairers | $40,144 |
Automotive Service Technician and Mechanics | $38,459 |
Aviation Maintenance
The Aviation Maintenance program of study introduces high school CTE students to the occupations and education opportunities related to inspecting aircraft, maintenance procedures, air navigational aids, air traffic controls, and communications equipment to ensure conformance with federal safety regulations.
Work-Based and Expanded Learning Opportunities in Aviation Maintenance
- Participate in SkillsUSA
- Explore virtual aviation websites
- Seek part-time work at an airport, aviation services agency, or airline
High School CTE Aviation Maintenance Certifications
- Aerospace Manufacturing Certification
Aviation Maintenance Salary Information
Aviation Maintenance Occupations | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Aircraft Mechanics and Technicians | $58,698 |
Avionics Technicians | $59,114 |
Diesel and Heavy Equipment
The Diesel and Heavy Equipment program of study teaches high school CTE students to diagnose, repair, modify, or redo mechanical and hydraulic equipment on crane, bulldozer, grader, conveyor, construction equipment, bus, and truck diesel engines.
Work-Based and Expanded Learning Opportunities in Diesel and Heavy Equipment
- Participate in SkillsUSA
- Volunteer or work part time for an engine repair shop
High School CTE Diesel and Heavy Equipment Certifications
- ASE Entry Level Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Performance (EP)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Repair (ER)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair (SR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Painting and Refinishing (PR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Brakes (TB)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Diesel Engines (DE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Electrical/Electronic Systems (TE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (TS)
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
- Diesel Technology - Job Ready
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Repair - Job Ready
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Salary Information
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Occupations | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $44,574 |
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $47,299 |
Distribution and Logistics
The Distribution and Logistics program of study teaches high school CTE students how to plan, coordinate, and direct people and operational plans related to distributed goods and services. Students learn how to manage daily operations and logistics personnel.
Work-Based and Expanded Learning Opportunities in Distribution and Logistics
- Join SkillsUSA, FBA, FBLA, or the Technology Student Association
- Intern at a distribution or warehousing center
High School CTE Distribution and Logistics Certifications
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
Distribution and Logistics Salary Information
Distribution and Logistics Occupations | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Logisticians | $72,210 |
Supply Chain Managers | $113,110 |
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $89,045 |
Purchasing Managers | $121,722 |
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products | $64,293 |
Sources and Additional Information on CTE and Transportation, Distribution and Logistics:
- Program of Study- Distribution and Logistics– TEA
- College and Career Planning Guide- Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics– Texas CTE
- How to Become a Heavy Equipment Operator– Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
- Heavy Equipment Operator Schools in Texas– Operator HQ
- Find Warehouse Jobs Near Me– Indeed Search Tool
- Find Mechanic and Welding Jobs Near Me– Indeed Search Tool
- Find Truck Driving Jobs Near Me- Trucking Job Finder
- 18 Pros and Cons of Being a Flight Attendant– These Gold Wings
- Automotive Program of Study
- Aviation Maintenance Program of Study
- Diesel Heavy Equipment Program of Study
- Distribution Logistics Program of Study
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics CTE Sponsors
