| Entry
Requirements |
Applicant will be tested for colour recognition disability on admission.
For 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),
Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Science, Combined
Science.
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
Synopsis |
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On completion of the course, students should be able to:
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Install, optimise
and maintain PC and computer peripherals. |
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Install, configure
and maintain computer network systems. |
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Design and create multimedia
applications. |
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Use Web Authoring Tools to
design and build web pages. |
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Develop windows and web-based
applications. |
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Perform Network System Administration. |
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Maintain Internet/intranet
server. |
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Support multimedia production. |
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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 Central (Tampines Campus)
ITE College West (Dover Campus)
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| Progression
Opportunities
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Higher Nitec in Information Technology graduates may apply for admission to the first year of a related course at the polytechnics. Graduates who are awarded the Certificate of Merit (COM) may apply for direct entry to the second year of a related course at the polytechnics. After completing the diploma, you could progress to the university to pursue a course.
Higher Nitec in Information Technology 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
Prospects |
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Higher Nitec in Information Technology graduates can be employed by IT-user and supplier organisations. IT users are organisations (public, private, MNCs and SMEs) using computer systems (networked or stand-alone) in their business operations. The IT suppliers are companies providing computer hardware/software and IT services.
Some of the job titles held by Nitec in Information Technology graduates include:
Network Support Technicians
Multimedia Technician
IT Technical Support Specialist
Based on the 2006 graduate employment survey, the mean gross monthly salary of Higher Nitec in Information Technology graduates is about $1,500. 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 Information Technology certification, you need to accumulate at least 75 credits.
These must comprise:
CERTIFICATION
| Core Modules |
43
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| Specialisation Modules |
14
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| Life Skills Modules |
14
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| Elective Modules |
4 |
| Total |
75 |
CORE MODULES
- Multimedia Essentials (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop multimedia content. They are trained using multimedia software to create videos, graphics and printing publications.
- Computer Maintenance and Operating Systems (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install software, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain a microcomputer system.
- Web Applications Development (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop interactive web applications using both client-side and server-side programming techniques with database integration. Students will also be trained to create web site incorporating those programs.
- Networking Technology (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the fundamental of networking in relations to the OSI model. They are trained to setup, configure and troubleshoot network equipment such as switches and routers in a wired local area network (LAN).
- Computing Mathematics and Programming (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to relate the different stages of the software development life cycle and apply knowledge of computing mathematics and VB.NET to write simple windows-based application programs.
- Industry Attachment (8 credits)
Students will be provided with the opportunity to experience the work environment in industry.
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SPECIALISATION MODULES
Group A
(Network Technology)
- System Administration (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the knowledge and skills acquired to perform administration tasks on Windows-based and Linux-based systems and networks.
- Advanced Networking (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the advanced concepts in LAN design including switching, VLANs and inter-connecting LANs with WAN links. Students will also have hands on practices with the predominant wireless technologies such as 802.11x, Bluetooth and Infrared.
Group B
(Multimedia Technology)
- Multimedia Applications Development (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the knowledge, techniques and skills necessary to create a multimedia application. Students are also trained to use an authoring package in order to develop structured multimedia systems.
- Computer Animation (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the techniques and skills to create 3D animations and add effects and interactivity. Students will learn how to implement it for different applications.
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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- Internet and Network Security (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify network and internet security risks and to advise users on countermeasures or preventive actions. They should also be able to participate in a Security Life Cycle project discussion.
- 3D Modeling (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to create 3D models and implement them with different applications. |
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- Essentials of Sun Java (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to Java Technology, the Java Programming Lanuage and Product Life Cycle.
- Programming with Sun Java (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to create Java technology applications that leverage the object--oriented features of the Java language, such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.
- Mobile Applications Development with J2ME (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to build mobile applications using the J2ME platform for mobile devices.
- Essential of Sun Solaris (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform basic system administration duties and provide desktop support for users and applications on the Solaris Operating System.
- Administration of Sun Solaris (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform essential system administration tasks in the Solaris OS on x64/x86 or equivalent platform.
- End-User Applications Support in Microsoft XP Operating System (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to provide technical support to users of Windows XP Operating System including troubleshooting applications running on the Windows XP Operating System.
- Administration on Sun Solaris (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform essential system administration tasks in the Solaris OS on x64/x86 or equivalent system.
- End-User Applications Support in Microsoft XP OS (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to provide technical support to users of Windows XP Operating System including troubleshooting applications running on the Windows XP Operating System.
- Data Backup and Protection (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to protect the data on Windows and Linus platforms through replication and backup.
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| Electives (Inter-Disciplinary) |
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- 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.
- 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 also should be able to perform testing and trouble-shooting and certify the quality of structured cabling installations with both copper and fibre-optic cables.
- Sports Event Organisation (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to plan, organise and conduct a sports events.
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| Electives (General) |
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- Calculus (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering related problems involving the use of differentiation and integration.
- Statistics and Matrices (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering related problems involving the use of matrices, determinants and statistics.
- 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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