FAQs

General FAQs

Who can attend CCAT training?

CCAT training is designed for individuals working within the U.S. defense industrial base, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Participants should be affiliated with a company that supports or supplies the U.S. Department of Defense or related prime contractors.

Do I need to be a U.S. Person to participate?

Yes. Due to the nature of the content and technologies discussed, all participants must be U.S. Persons. Proof of U.S. Person status may be required prior to attending training.

Are these courses open to the public?

Training is open to qualified participants from U.S. companies, universities, and organizations engaged in manufacturing, defense, or aerospace activities. CCAT reserves the right to review and approve all registrations to ensure eligibility.

What types of training does CCAT offer?

CCAT offers hands-on and experiential training programs in model-based definition (MBD), digital manufacturing, digital quality and inspection, additive manufacturing, and related advanced manufacturing topics. These programs are hosted at CCAT’s Digital Thread Lab in East Hartford, CT, or can be delivered onsite at qualified facilities.

Is there a cost to attend?

Most CCAT training is offered at little cost to participants through state or federal program funding. Details are listed within each course description on the registration page.

Where is the training held?

Most sessions are conducted at the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) at 222 Pitkin Street, East Hartford, CT. Select courses may be delivered offsite at partner locations.

Will I receive a certificate or credential?

Yes. Participants completing CCAT training will receive a certificate of completion via Credly.

Who should I contact with questions?

For eligibility or registration questions, please contact tnt@ccat.us .

Payment FAQs

How do I use the company code provided to me?

Enter the code provided to you in the Company Code field on the checkout page then select Apply. Confirmation of the code applied is visible on the right panel of the checkout page beneath the eligible courses. If you’re experiencing issues applying the code, please confirm course eligibility with your company contact who provided the code. For further assistance, please contact tnt@ccat.us.

Are company codes eligible for all courses?

Company codes are unique for each company. Please reach out to your company contact who provided the code to confirm eligible courses.

I don’t have a PayPal account. Can I pay with a credit or debit card?

Yes. If you do not have a PayPal account, you may pay with a credit or debit card.

1. Select payment method PayPal or Credit Card.
2. Select Pay with debit or credit card.
3. Enter credit or debit card details.
4. Follow the remaining payment prompts.