Meet the Faculty: Patricia (Trish) Thompson
Title
Assistant Professor & Program Coordinator, Mechatronics Technology
Year Joined CCAC
2014
Courses Currently Teaching
MEC-100 Mechatronics Safety and Quality
MEC-102 Mechatronics Industrial Processes
MEC-106 Industrial Power Systems
MEC-108 Programmable Logic Controllers 1
MEC-110 Digital Electronics
MEC-112 Introduction to Robotics
MEC-150 Fluid Power
MEC-221 Robotics and Controls
Why I Teach What I Teach
After having worked as an engineer in a manufacturing facility, I witnessed the prevalence of jobs that provide family-sustaining incomes available to individuals with technical skills. These skills can be attained without burdening individuals with four years of schooling and large debt. I want to help individuals, regardless of gender identity, learn the necessary skills so that they can be successful and enjoy their lives.
Something People Might Not Know About Me
I am an amateur genealogist, trying to prove my family legends of being royal. Nothing so far, though.
Favorite Quote
"There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish." -Michelle Obama