General Engineering Technology Curriculum Requirements

(suggested 2 year sequence)

Note:

° Course has a prerequisite. Students should check course description.

* Indicates common course numbering within Connecticut Community College system.

@ Please see program coordinator.

Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding the minimum number of credits to be taken at TRCC and limits on non-traditional credits.  25% of TRCC degree requirements must be completed with TRCC coursework.  Up to 50% of degree requirements can be fulfilled with non-traditional credit.  Non-traditional credit includes CLEP/DSST exams, Credit by Exam, APL credit, and Military credit.   

Grand Total: 60

General Engineering Technology, Associate in Science Degree Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. prepare technical and laboratory reports and present them using the latest computer software and oral presentation skills.
2. prepare drawings of machine components both manually and using Autocad software.
3. explain orthographic projection as it relates to standard board drafting and CAD.
4. explain various parts of a drill press, milling machine, and lathe and accomplish the calculations necessary to determine the correct rotational speed for the engine lathe, drill press and milling machine.
5. explain basic Chemistry concepts such as measurements in chemistry, atomic structures and chemical bonding, chemical reactions, states of matter and stoichiometry.
6. demonstrate skills in a discipline of choice including but not limited to, Optics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Civil, CAD or Environmental Engineering Technology options.
7. explain an option in general engineering technology that they have chosen to emphasize in their studies.