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“As cars get more complex, the shift is from mechanical skills to electronic skills. Students have to gain more knowledge about electrical and electronics.” – Dave Nordenberg, automotive instructor, Joliet Township High School, Central Campus
“We don’t have large numbers of girls in these classes, but we do have some in automotive and computer-aided drafting. They’re getting a chance to pursue non-traditional types of careers.” – Marilyn Jenkins, vocational director for School District 230 in Palos Hills
“I was originally a shop teacher; now I’m a technology teacher. It’s a changing world, and we have to upgrade along with it.” – Tom Swan, technology teacher, Evergreen Park High School
