Engineering, Design, & Advanced Manufacturing (EDAM)
edam
LOCATED AT COUNTY COLLEGE OF MORRIS, RANDOLPH:
Engineering, Design, & Advanced Manufacturing (EDAM) is a Share Time program offered by Morris County Vocational School District and County College of Morris (CCM). Located on the campus of CCM in Randolph, this program provides comprehensive education in engineering and scientific principles through rigorous academic study and practical application experiences. Students develop expertise in technical analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and scientific investigation while exploring engineering concepts, scientific research, and professional practices through both independent projects and collaborative team-based learning experiences.
Students enrolled in EDAM will also earn CCM certificates of Achievement in Mechanical Computer Aided Drafting and Engineering Technology. Every year, additional CCM courses will be offered to students through the Winterim and Early Summer I sessions. The courses will either be designed to have students meet math requirements for the program or meet degree requirements for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at CCM.
EDAM program partners include Manufacture NJ Talent Network, New Jersey Business and Industry Association, National Manufacturing Company, Siemens HealthCare, and New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program. These partnerships provide students with work-based learning experiences to gain hands-on training in workplace practices and an inside track to employment opportunities upon program completion. EDAM is part of the NASA HUNCH Build to Print Program in which students fabricate parts for the International Space Station.
Morris County high school students in 10th grade may apply for their 11th and 12th-grade year.
Email: roskopt@mcvts.org
Prof. Tom Roskop
Overview of Program
Students attend the following session for Share Time programs.
Students attend the following sessions for Share Time programs:
Year 1: 8:00 am - 10:40 am
Year 2: 12:10 pm - 2:50 pm
Students earn:
- 20 Career and Technical Education credits per school year
- Up to 27 college credits
- Certificates of Achievement in Mechanical Computer Aided Drafting and Engineering Technology
Learning Experience
Students engage in diverse learning experiences that require effective navigation of both independent tasks and group collaborations. The program emphasizes authentic engineering and scientific methodology through hands-on projects and research activities that mirror professional practices in demanding technical fields, requiring steady yet rapid information processing and application.
Skills and Prerequisites for Success
Prospective students should demonstrate natural curiosity and genuine interest in engineering or science that fuels sustained engagement with technical concepts and learning objectives. The program requires individuals who possess strong time management and organizational skills, enabling consistent deadline adherence and prompt assignment completion in demanding academic environments.
Important Considerations
- Independent / Group Work: Effective navigation of self-directed tasks and projects
- Time Management: Essential organizational abilities for meeting demanding deadlines
- Assignment Completion: Consistent promptness in submitting academic work and projects
- Learning Motivation: Sustained engagement fueled by passion for technical fields
- Information Processing: Ability to absorb substantial amounts of technical information rapidly
- Application Skills: Quick translation of theoretical knowledge into practical solutions
- Steady Pace: Consistent progress in demanding engineering and scientific coursework
- Rapid Learning: Adaptability to fast-paced technical information and concept acquisition
- Academic Rigor: Readiness for demanding coursework and high academic expectations
This program is ideal for students who are passionate about engineering and scientific careers, enjoy both independent technical work and collaborative problem-solving, and are prepared to engage in rigorous academic study requiring rapid information processing and consistent high-level performance.
Junior Year:
|
FALL |
Credits |
|
Computer-Aided Drafting 1 (ENR 117) |
2 |
|
Materials for Engineering Technology (MEC 110) |
4 |
|
SPRING |
Credits |
|
Introduction to Experimentation & Design (ENR 119) |
3 |
|
Manufacturing Processes for Engineering Technology (MEC 109) |
4 |
|
Total Credits Year 1 |
13 |
Senior Year:
|
FALL |
Credits |
|
Computer Science 1 (CMP 128) |
2 |
|
Computer Aided Drafting II (ENR 118) |
2 |
|
Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing (MEC 209) |
3 |
|
SPRING |
Credits |
| Electronic Fabrication (MEC 209) | 1 |
|
Circuit Analysis DC/AC (ELT 201) |
3 |
|
Statics (MEC 141) |
3 |
|
Total Credits Year 2 |
14 |