Mechatronics, Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (MEAM)
Offering 23 college credits & 12 Industry Valued Credentials
Welcome to MEAM!
Since 2016, a leader in
Mechatronics, Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing
Potentially earn Automatic Acceptance into NJIT, Seton Hall & other universities via RVCC
Here at MEAM, we have built our reputation as a leading pre-engineering and advanced manufacturing high school program in our region. This reputation is founded on our ability to teach you the skills that directly prepare you for college while providing you with hands-on experiences that actually prepare you for industry.
A collaboration between Somerset County Vocational School (SCVTHS) and Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) in Branchburg; MEAM is a 4 year high school program of study where students learn both at SCVTHS's Robotics and Engineering Lab as well as RVCC's Advanced Manufacturing Lab.
Earn up to 23 college credits (with more to come)
In MEAM, students have the opportunity to earn college credit in the following courses:
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EMET105 (2 credits) Applied CAD (note1)
In addition, Full Time SCVTHS students have an opportunity to earn an additional 9 college credits - all during the normal school day, at the votech, taught by their votech teachers.
Notes:
- Offered as of the 2024/25 school year. RVCC fee of $240 per class applies (subject to change).
- No fee at this time (subject to change).
- Offered as of 2024/25 school year. Accuplacer exams, prerequisites, teacher recommendation, RVCC fee of $240 per class applies (subject to change).
Quick FAQ
- How can I apply the college credit that I earned at SCVTHS and MEAM to a degree at RVCC?
- How can I earn AUTOMATIC ACCEPTANCE to universities such as Seton Hall and NJIT?
- How can I earn a bachelor's degree at a fraction of the cost?
- Do these college credits align with a specific college degree?
- Can these college credits be transferred to other colleges and universities?
How can I apply the college credit that I earned at SCVTHS and MEAM to a degree at RVCC?
How can I earn AUTOMATIC ACCEPTANCE to universities such as Seton Hall and NJIT?
How can I earn a bachelor's degree at a fraction of the cost?
Do these college credits align with a specific college degree?
Can these college credits be transferred to other colleges and universities?
Earn up to 12 Industry Relevant Credentials (with more to come)
- OSHA 10 hour General Industry
- NIMS Measurement, Materials and Safety
- NIMS Drill Press Skills
- NIMS Milling 1
- NIMS Turning Operations:Turning Between Centers
- NIMS Turning Operation: Turning, Chucking Skills
- NIMS Grinding Skills
- NIMS CNC Milling: Programming Setup & Operations
- NIMS CNC Milling Operator
- NIMS CNC Turning: Programming Setup & Operations
- NIMS CNC Turning: Operator
MEAM is Expanding and will soon have a new, state-of-the-art Robotics and Manufacturing Laboratory!As part of the approved $27 million expansion taking place at SCVTHS over the next couple of years, MEAM will soon double in student enrollment and move into a new, state of the art Robotics and Manufacturing Laboratory here at SCVTHS. This expansion is being funded by the Securing Our Children’s Future Act and the Somerset County Board of Commissioners. <Click here for more info.>
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The MEAM Graduate
More than 84% of our graduates have gained acceptance into many prestigious universities:
- Stevens Institute of Technology
- NJIT
- Binghamton University (SUNY Binghamton)
- City University of New York (CUNY)
- Drexel University
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Florida Tech
- NC State
- New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
- Penn State
- Pennsylvania College of Technology (PennTech)
- Raritan Valley Community College
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
- Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
- Rutgers
- Syracuse University
- Stockton University
- SUNY Maritime
- University of Maryland (UMD)
- University of Massachusetts, Amherst
- University of Pittsburgh (Pitt)
- University of Rhode Island (URI)
- Virginia Wesleyan University
- Wentworth Institute of Technology
Many of our graduates go on to our industrial partners with high paying, high tech, fulfilling careers:
- CNC Machinist / Operator
- CNC Programmer
- Electronics Technician
- Industrial Robotics Technician
- PLC programmer
More than 84% of our graduates pursue a college education. The top career choices for MEAM graduates are Engineering and Computer Science, though keep in mind, the problem-solving and analytical skills taught in MEAM will serve you well no matter your career path. The most common degrees that our graduates pursue:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Hardware Engineering
- Computer Programmer
- Cybersecurity
- Database Administration and Architecture
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics Engineering
- Software Developer
- Video Game Designer
- Web Development
MEAM graduates have even gone on to serve honorably in the armed forces:
- Marine Officer School
- Space Force Officer School
- Army Field Artillery Tech
- Marine Communications Specialist
- Marine Helicopter Mechanic
Robot Shop Tour
Congressman Lance's Visit
On Thursday, February 23, 2017, Congressman Leonard Lance visited our MEAM shop. Our students treated Mr. Lance to a real world production operation which included raw material handling and processing, primary machining on CNC mill & lathe, finishing operations on manual mill, surface grinder and belt sander and finally, quality control. In addition, students showed off their emerging skills in robotics development and programing and ended the day by creating a 3D model of Mr. Lance.
MEAM in the News
- $3M Grant to RVCC's Advanced Manufacturing Program
- TAPinto: MEAM is off and Running (2016)
- Congressman Leonard Lance visits MEAM! (see slide show below)
- Chasing News: Students, Staff, Alum Work to 3D Print Face Shields
- TAPinto: Bridgewater Vo-Tech Alum Leading Team in 3D Printing Full Face Shields
- SkillsUSA Champions: Somerset Students Keep Learning Essential Skills During COVID Crisis
- Raritan Valley News Room: Students Receive President’s Volunteer Service Award
Kayleen McCabe's Visit
During the first week of February, Kayleen McCabe of the DIY Network's Rescue Renovation visited our MEAM shop ... and LOVED IT!
MEAMers 3D Printing
Face Shields
During the spring of 2020, MEAM students and staff put their engineering and manufacturing skills to work for the community. Students David Bilia, Will Mente, Ben Myshka and Ryan DelSordo as well as Mr. D and Janet Cantore-Watson worked to 3D print and deliver over 3000 face shields to local organizations in need. Donation sites include Somerset County Office of Emergency Management, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Rutgers University, South Plainfield EMS / Rescue Squad, Sacred Heart Church in South Plainfield and the Diocese of Metuchen.
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