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
Because you are interested in the Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.S., you might want to look at these programs, too.
Electrical Engineering Technology, A.S.
Engineering Science, A.S.
General Engineering Technology, A.A.S
Manufacturing Engineering Technology, A.S.
Mathematics Studies, A.A. – CSCU Pathway Transfer Degree
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.
Leslie J Samuelson
B.A., University of California at San Diego; M.S., San Diego State UniversityMathematics and Science Department Professor of Biology and Environmental SciencesFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9467 LSamuelson@threerivers.edu
Karina Sanchez, LMSW
A.S., Human Services, Three Rivers Community College; BSW, Eastern Connecticut State University; MSW, University of St. Joseph)Advising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor 1(860) 215-9336 ksanchez@threerivers.edu
Adelaida Sarisley
B.S., M.A., Central Connecticut State UniversityOffice of the President Executive Assistant to the President(860) 215-9007 asarisley@threerivers.edu
Doug Scheirey
B.S. University of Connecticut; M.A. University of ConnecticutStudent Services Division Second Chance Pell Liaison with Quinebaug Valley Community College(860) 932-4147 x24147 dscheirey@qvcc.commnet.edu
Sarah B Selke, Ph.D.
B.S., Bates College; Ph.D., University of FloridaMathematics and Science Department Professor of BiologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9470 SSelke@threerivers.edu
Joseph Selvaggio
B.A., Rutgers University; M.A., Southern Connecticut State UniversityEnglish and Communication Department Department Chair & Professor of EnglishFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9471 JSelvaggio@threerivers.edu
Alexa Shelton
B.A. University of New Hampshire; M.A. University of New HampshireOffice of the President Interim Director of Marketing and Public Relations(860) 215-9287 AShelton@threerivers.edu
James R Sherrard
B.S., U.S. Coast Guard Academy; M.S.N.E., M.S.N.A., Nav. E., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; M.S.M.E., University of Connecticut; M.S.N.S., Catholic University of America; P.E., MarylandBusiness and Technologies Department Professor of Nuclear Engineering TechnologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9472 JSherrard@threerivers.edu
Valerie A Smith
A.S., Three Rivers Community College; B.S., Charter Oak State College; M.S., Baypath CollegeAdministrative Services Department Contracts and Compliance(860) 215-9313 VSmith@threerivers.edu
Rhonda Spaziani
B.A., Quinnipiac College; M.S., Southern Connecticut State UniversityHumanities and Social Sciences Department Instructor and Coordinator for College & Career SucessFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9293 RSpaziani@threerivers.edu
Student Programs Office
Student Services(860) 215-9074 (860) 215-9920 (fax) StudentPrograms@threerivers.edu
Michael J Stutz
B.A., M.A., University of South CarolinaEnglish and Communication Department Professor of CommunicationsFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9479 MStutz@threerivers.edu
Erin M Sullivan
B.A., Saint Joseph College; M.S.W., University of ConnecticutWorkforce and Community Education, Student Services Division Director of Workforce Development and Continuing Education(860) 215-9297 ESullivan@threerivers.edu
Dawn Surridge
A.S., Three Rivers Community College; B.A., Southern New Hampshire UniversityWorkforce and Community Education, Student Services Division Workforce and Community Education Coordinator(860) 215-9246 dsurridge@threerivers.edu
Joy Thompson
A.S. Quinebaug Valley Community College, A.S. Manchester Community College, B.S. Charter Oak State CollegeEnrollment Services, Student Services Division Degree Auditor Technology Specialist(860) 215-9304 jthompson@threerivers.edu
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*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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