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Please note that as of July 1, 2023, all program information should be accessed through the CT State Community College Catalog. Specific program information on this page may no longer be accurate beyond this date.
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Jogaintz Ledoux - TRCC Alumni

I chose to come to TRCC for the Mechanical Engineering program and found everyone here helpful. My professor even helped me get an internship at Pratt and Whitney, where I was offered a job after graduation.

Jogaintz Ledoux, Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.S. ’19

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program will prepare you to be technicians and designers for employment in industry through specialized training and education in statics, machine design, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics, with an emphasis on the design, manufacturing, testing and development of various products, machines and systems. You will have hands-on education and training in state-of-the-art laboratories, on the most sophisticated equipment available. You will be prepared to work alongside engineers in research, sales, or manufacturing industries, and be highly marketable for many different types of industries. Currently nationwide trends indicate that the number of mechanical job openings far exceeds the number of graduates. This program will prepare you for transfer to four-year institutions, especially four-year engineering technology programs.

Special Opportunities

The Mechanical Engineering Technology program has a co-op option that allows the student to work while substituting the work experience for a technical elective. Many local industries are actively seeking and obtaining the Mechanical co-op student.

Career Options

CAD Operators
Quality Control Specialists
Robotic Technicians
Sales Representatives
Design Technicians
Testing Technicians

Easy Transfer Options

Bismark State College
Central Connecticut State University
Eastern Connecticut State University
Fairfield University
Sacred Heart University
Southern Connecticut State University
University of Bridgeport
University of Connecticut
University of New Haven
University of Saint Joseph
Western Connecticut State University

Related Degrees & Certificates

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See below for a list of all full-time Department Faculty. Please note that not all listed faculty may teach courses related to this specific degree or certificate program.

Nursing and Allied Health

Academic Division
C245
(860) 215-9301 (860) 215-9914

Yvette Onye

A.S., Springfield Technical Community College; B.S., Westfield State University; M.S., Cambridge CollegeBusiness and Technologies Department Assistant Professor
Office: C-132
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9428

Brandais Orzolek

Human Services HR Generalist
(860) 215-9212
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Lupita Paniagua

B.A., Sonoma State University; M.A., University of ConnecticutAdvising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor 1
Office: A-113A
(860) 215-9337
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Mackenzie Parise

A.A., Prince Georges Community College; B.S., Granite State College; M.S., Southern New Hampshire UniversityRegistrar’s Office, Student Services Division Enrollment Management Specialist
Office: A-115
(860) 215-9338
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Rashita L Parker

A.S., Quinebaug Valley Community College; B.S., Charter Oak State College; M.S., Southern New Hampshire UniversityFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Specialist II
Office: A104
(860) 215-9277
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Peter Patsouris

B.A., Boston University; M. A., Providence CollegeHumanities and Social Sciences Department Professor of International Studies
Office: C108
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9462

Payroll 

(860) 215-9275 (860) 215-9915
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Sara Pearson

B.S., MLIS, University of Rhode IslandFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Specialist
Office: A-108
(860) 215-9262

Andrea Pedraza-Jennings, LCSW

B.A., Eastern Connecticut State University; M.S.W., University of ConnecticutStudent Services Division Wellness Counselor
Office: C-162
(860) 215-9298

Kirsten Pennie, Ph.D.

B.S., University of Bristol, UK; Ph.D., University of Glasgow, UKTutoring and Academic Success Center Math and Natural Sciences Tutor
Office: A126
(860) 215-9255

Ruben Perez

CompTIA A+, Network+, iNet, Microsoft Certified System EngineerInformation Technology IT Tech II
Office: C-135
(860) 215-9222

Jodi Peterson

Workforce and Community Education, Student Services Division SNAP Coordinator
Office: D111
(860) 215-9209

President’s Office

President’s Office
C209
(860) 215-9007 (860) 215-9917
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Carolyn J Prunier

A.S., Quinsigamond Community College; B.S., Bryant UniversityStudent Services Division Testing Coordinator
Office: A119E
(860) 215-9062

Purchasing

Administrative Services
F104
(860) 215-9258 (860) 215-9918
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Donna M Ramos

A.S., Three Rivers Community-Technical CollegeFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Assistant
Office: A105B
(860) 215-9283
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C. Catherine Ray

B.A. Southern Connecticut State University; M.A. Northern Arizona UniversityAdvising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor I
Office: A-126
(860) 215-9213

Registrar’s Office

Student Services
A115
(860) 215-9064 (860) 215-9919 (fax)
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Nicola H Ricker

B.S., University of Connecticut; M.S. University of New HavenMathematics and Science Department Professor of Science
Office: C270
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9474
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PROGRAM CONTACT:

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