The marine industry is a major contributor to the economy of Singapore. Take pride in ensuring that marine vessels and structures are in good condition by applying for this course.
You will learn how to provide technical support and supervise fabrication, repair and refurbishment activities of all types of vessels and offshore structures in the marine and offshore industry.
Acquire knowledge and skills gained which are highly relevant to the industry
Interpret general arrangement drawings, pipe and instrument drawings, welding procedure specifications, and test procedures.
Perform preliminary design of pipe routing plan.
Perform non-destructive tests on weld metals.
Perform inspection on brazed joints, pre-welding and post-welding, and alignment of pumps.
Assist in system testing and commissioning of marine auxiliary system and drilling system.
Perform planning of work activities such as lifting, erection of supports for assembly works, manpower deployment and work schedule.
Perform supervision on fabrication and welding.
Perform quality control checks of welding, painting and blasting, insulation, and machinery and electrical installations.
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Entry Requirements
To apply for the Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering course, you need to have:
Subject
Grade
GCE 'O' level grades in English Language, Mathematics and 1 approved Science subject
Grade 1 - 8 in English Language
Grade 1 - 7 in Mathematics (Elementary or Additional)
Grade 1 - 8 in approved Science subject
or
GCE ‘N(A)’ level passes in English Language, Mathematics and 3 other subjects
Grade 1-4 in English Language
Grade 1-4 in Mathematics
Grade 1-5 in 3 other subjects; and
A total of 19 points or less for English, Mathematics and three other subjects (ELMAB3) *
* For GCE N(A) school leavers who applied during the January intake under the Direct Entry Scheme with 10 weeks of preparatory programme followed by 2 years of Higher Nitec training
Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.
Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering graduates are employed by shipyards, and other supporting companies which provide services on the repair, fabrication, refurbishment of all types of vessels, offshore structures in the marine and offshore industry
There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is for students to prepare themselves by upgrading their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
Note: The offer of electives is subject to the training schedule of respective ITE Colleges. Students are advised to check with their Class Advisors on the availability of the elective modules they intend to pursue.
For more information
For general queries on the course, please email training@ite.edu.sg.
