Teaching

Andy Diffenderfer is a graduate of SUNY Corning Community College’s Engineering Science A.S. program and would go on to earn a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Alfred University. Andy comes from industry working in machine design and automation as a mechanical
engineer and machine systems engineer. His previous employers include world-renowned companies such as Corning Inc. and BUCHER Emhart Glass.

He likes to incorporate projects into his classes that teach principles of engineering, and also the importance of planning, patience, troubleshooting, and understanding the relationship between design and manufacturing.

Outside of the classroom he builds and flies fullsize aircrafts, and enjoys a wide range of projects from automotive, aviation restoration, experimental aircraft, woodworking, and machining.