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Requirements |
Applicant will be tested for colour recognition disability on admission.
For GCE 'O' school leavers, you need
to have at least Three GCE 'O' Level
Grades:
 Grades 1 - 8 in
English Language,
Grades 1 - 7 in
Mathematics (Elementary or Additional) and
Grades 1 - 8 in
an approved Science subject.
Note:
Approved Science subjects are
Physics, Physical Science, Engineering Science,
Science (Physics/Chemistry), Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology),
Science (Physics/Biology), Science (Chemistry/Biology),
Chemistry, Integrated Science, Combined
Science and Biology.
For ITE graduates, you must have obtained
at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.3
for your Nitec in Technical Skills
qualifications.
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| Course
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On completion of the course, students should be able
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Service and maintain
DC and AC circuits. |
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Maintain electronic devices and control circuits in electrical equipment. |
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Install,
operate and maintain electrical installations in buildings. |
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Prepare electrical drawings and diagrams. |
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Maintain special electrical systems. |
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Install, operate and maintain electrical motor circuits and installations.
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Set up PLC systems. |
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Set up electrical installation bus, microcontroller and process control systems.
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Maintain electrical power distribution systems. |
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| Campus(es) Offering This Course |
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The duration of this course is two years and is conducted at:
ITE College East
ITE College West (Dover Campus)
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| Progression
Opportunities
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Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates may apply for admission to the first year of related diploma courses at any of the four polytechnics. Graduates who are awarded the Certificate of Merit (COM) may apply for direct admission to the second year of related courses at the polytechnics, subject to you meeting the criteria set by the respective polytechnics. After completing the diploma, you can pursue a degree course at the university.
Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates may apply for polytechnic courses in the following areas:
For more details on related diploma courses, please refer to the website of each polytechnic.
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| Career
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Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates are employed by government departments, statutory boards and private companies.
Some of the job titles held by Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates include:
Based on the 2006 graduate employment survey, the mean gross monthly salary of Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates is about $1,700. There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is to prepare yourself by upgrading your technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
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| Course
Structure |
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To obtain the Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering certification, you need to accumulate at least 73 credits.
These must comprise:
CERTIFICATION
| Core Modules |
55 |
| Life Skills Modules |
14 |
| Elective Modules |
4 |
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73 |
CORE MODULES
- Electrotechnology (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret, measure and troubleshoot electrical circuits and systems.
- Industrial Electronics (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret, construct, test and troubleshoot analogue, digital and power electronic devices and circuits.
- Electrical Installation and PLC (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, control and maintain domestic, commercial, industrial as well as special electrical installations, electrical motor installations and PLC systems according to the relevant codes of practice.
- Mathematics and Programming Methodology (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering related problems involving the use of algebra, indices, logarithms, graphs, trigonometry and complex numbers. In addition, students would be trained to write simple programs to solve mathematical and engineering problems.
- Electrical Design and CAD (4 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use CAD software to design and produce electrical drawings and diagrams in compliance with regulations and code of practice.
- Electrical Machines and Drives (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to start up, operate, test and/or control the speed of DC and AC machines and electrical equipment, explain their construction, principles of operation, operating characteristics and applications.
- Electrical Bus and Control Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to operate and calibrate process instruments and equipment, control and maintain automation control systems and plan, design, install and commission electrical installation bus systems.
- Electrical Power System (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to operate and maintain electrical power systems and equipment, including power factor correction equipment, motor control centres, electrical switchboards, protective relays, switchgears, power cables and standby generators and uninterruptible power supplies.
- Project (4 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to integrate and apply a cluster of key technical, social and methodological competencies in carrying out a project related to their field of study.
LIFE SKILLS MODULES
- Life Skills for Personal Development (8 credits) and Life Skills at the Workplace (4 credits)
Life skills in broad terms are the foundation skills and personal qualities
that an individual can transfer from one job setting to another to manage
and adapt to changes in technology and work environments.
- Sports and Wellness I (1 credit)
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain a fit and healthy body and develop an appreciation of sports and games.
- Sports and Wellness II (1 credit)
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain a fit and healthy body and develop an appreciation of sports and games.
ELECTIVES
Electives (Course Specific) |
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- Electrical Measurement (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use common analogue and digital instruments to measure current, voltage, resistance, speed and frequency; and deploy DC potentiometers for various applications. They are also trained in the principles of operation, use and limitations of the equipment.
- Sensor Technology (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain the principles of operation, characteristics and applications of various sensors in industrial and electrical engineering works.
- SCADA (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain the basic configuration and provide an overview of a SCADA system. They are also trained to explain the techniques and methods used on data acquisition, the control of the field devices, communication, applications and operation of the system.
- Structured Cabling (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain the principles of structured cabling and install a standard cabling system according to the relevant standard. They should also be able to perform testing and trouble-shooting and certify the quality of structured cabling installations with both copper and fibre-optic cables.
- Applied Pneumatic Control (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop control circuits based on knowledge of the construction, principles of operation and application of the various components and equipment in electromechanical, pneumatic and electro-pneumatic control systems.
- Power Quality (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use monitoring tools to measure power quality (PQ) in an electrical power installation. They should also be able to explain the various sources of power quality problems and their mitigation techniques.
- Project Management (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use a software application for planning and managing project.
Electives (Inter-disciplinary)
- Entrepreneurship (4 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the knowledge and skills acquired from the course to identify a business opportunity and to develop a business plan for launching and operating a small enterprise. The training also covers market and competitor analysis, and fundamentals of business finance.
- Essentials of Sun Java (2 credits)
Students are trained on Java Technology, the Java Programming Language and Product Life Cycle.
Electives (General)
- Industry Attachment (2 to 3 credits)
Students are provided with the opportunity to experience the work environment in industry.
- Overseas Experiential Programme (2 to 3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop leadership qualities, self-lf-confidence, independence, cross-cultural interaction skills and other life skills.
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