| Entry
Requirements |
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
Synopsis |
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On completion of the course, students should be able
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Interpret general arrangement drawings, pipe and instrument
drawings, welding procedure specifications, and test procedures.
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Perform preliminary design of pipe routing plan.
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Perform non-destructive tests on weld metals.
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Perform inspection on brazed joints, pre-welding and post--welding
and alignment of pumps.
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Assist in system testing and commissioning of marine auxiliary
system and drilling system.
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Perform planning of work activities such as lifting, erection of
supports for assembly works, manpower deployment and work
schedule.
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Perform supervision on fabrication and welding.
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Perform quality control of welding, painting and blasting, insulation,and machinery and electrical installations.
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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 Central (Yishun Campus).
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on Learning Environment
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Currently unavailable.
SPONSORSHIP
Scholarships for the Marine Offshore Engineering Course are to be offered by the Association of Singapore Marine Industries (ASMI) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). ASMI will offer up to 36 scholarship and the Navy, up to 20. Students will be required to serve a bond with the donor organisation upon completion of the course. Students must be accepted into the programme before they will be considered for the scholarship. The details on the quantum, the duration of bond and the eligibility criteria for the scholarship will be made known to the students, by the donor organisation, at a later date.
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| Progression
Opportunities
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Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering graduates may apply for admission to the first year of a related course at the polytechnics.
Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering graduates may apply for polytechnic courses in the following areas:
Marine & Offshore Technology
Marine Engineering
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 Marine Offshore Engineering graduates can be 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.
Some of the job titles held by Higher Nitec in Marine Offshore Engineering graduates include:
Assistant Supervisor
Trainee Supervisor
Assistant Marine Supervisor
Foreman.
There are excellent opportunities
for career advancement to supervisory positions and even beyond. The
challenge is for students to prepare themselves by upgrading their
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 Marine Offshore Engineering certification, you need to accumulate at least 73 credits.
These must comprise:
CERTIFICATION
| Core Modules |
55 |
| Life Skills Modules |
14 |
| Elective Modules |
4 |
| Total |
73 |
CORE MODULES
- CAD and Engineering Mathematics (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to produce
basic marine engineering drawings and diagrams in compliance with
regulations and codes of practice, and apply mathematical techniques in
solving engineering problems.
- Electrotechnology and Controls (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to test and maintain
electrical DC and AC equipment and basic pneumatic, hydraulic and
electro-pneumatic control circuits and systems.
- Quality Engineering (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform checks
on general arrangement drawings, conduct preliminary safety inspection,
monitor quality control systems, and perform inspection work on brazed
joints, heat treatment of materials, pumps alignment, and calibration of
engineering components.
- Ship Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to service, maintain
propulsion and marine auxiliary systems’ components, pneumatic and
hydraulic systems’ components and perform inspection work on deck
machinery and alignment of marine machinery.
- Welding Technology (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform butt,
fillet, groove weld joints using submerged arc welding, shielded metal
arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding in flat,
horizontal and vertical positions, rectify weld defects, and perform nondestructive
tests on weld metals.
- Pipe Design and Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
preliminary design of pipe routing plan, pipe cutting plan, pipe spool
assembly, leak tests on piping systems, dimension checks on bended
pipes, and produce drawings of piping systems using computer-aided
drafting.
- Fabrication Technology (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
structural markings, line plan drawings, markings and development of
plates and pipes, material surface inspection, material nesting and takeoff,
and co-ordination work for lifting, and plan manpower deployment
and work schedule.
- Offshore Technology (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
dimension control and level checks of structures, co-ordinate the erection
of temporary supports, perform leak test on tanks and pipes, and assist in
system testing and system commissioning.
- Project (4 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply and
integrate the 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.
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ELECTIVES
Electives (Course Specific) |
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- Basic Naval Architecture (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to produce line
plans drawings from offset tables, and perform ship form calculations
and stability calculations.
- Ship and Offshore Survey (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to co-ordinate
vessel survey activities, perform preliminary survey on steel structures,
marine propulsion components, electrical installations, and prepare
report on survey recommendations of rectified works.
- Project Management (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to plan, track and
monitor projects using project management software.
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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 business enterprise. The training also covers market and competitor analysis, and fundamentals of business finance. |
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| Electives (General) |
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- Overseas Experiential Programme
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop
leadership qualities, self-confidence, independence, cross-cultural
interaction skills and other life skills.
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