College of Technology

Pathway Concept

The College of Technology (COT) is a Pathway Curriculum that allows a student to begin technology studies at any of the state’s twelve Community Colleges with the ultimate goal of achieving a four-year degree in Technology from sponsoring state universities.

Along the way, the student has the opportunity to earn a two-year associate degree in technology studies, to gain marketable skills, and to explore an interesting career in fields that are projected to enjoy employment growth in the coming years.

The College of Technology offers a clear pathway from the two-year Community Colleges to four-year colleges or universities.

These programs offer students who continue their studies at the four-year level automatic junior status upon transfer without any loss of credit.

Associate Degree:

• Associate in Science Degree in Technology Studies
  Options: Biomolecular Science, CAD, Construction
  Technology, Plastics
  ° A degree in Technology Studies will allow for seamless transition as a junior to Central Connecticut State University, University of Hartford or Charter Oak State College (Connecticut’s External Degree Program)

• Associate in Science Engineering
  ° This degree leads directly into the School of Engineering at the University of Connecticut, The University of Hartford, The University of New Haven, Central Connecticut State University or Fairfield University.

Certificate Programs

• Construction Technology
• Lean Manufacturing
• Supply Chain Management
• Plastics Technology

Program Coordinator:
Mark Vesligaj
(860)412-7230
mvesligaj@qvcc.commnet.edu