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Higher Nitec in Security Systems Integration



Security is a priority for many organisations and homes. You have the opportunity to be a champion for security – be a “threat” to those who threaten security.

Apply for this course and learn to assist in managing projects and assignments which include sales support, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and upgrading of security systems to safeguard customers’ premises.

Acquire knowledge and skills gained which are highly relevant to the industry

  • Set up wired and wireless local area networks to accommodate IP-ready security systems.
  • Design and implement security system solutions to meet the client’s requirements.
  • Assist in overseeing security system installation projects.
  • Integrate and implement centralised security management system.
  • Manage troubleshooting and maintenance of security systems.

Gain valuable first-hand experience

  • Opportunity for real-work exposure through an industry attachment


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Entry Requirements

To apply for the Higher Nitec in Security Systems Integration 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 an 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) *

* GCE N(A) school leavers who applied during the January intake under the Direct Entry Scheme will undergo 10 weeks of preparatory programme followed by 2 years of Higher Nitec training

Note: Applicants applying for these courses must ensure that they do not suffer from colour appreciation deficiency.

Duration and Venue

This is a two-year course and is available at :

Progression Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Security Systems Integration 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.

Career Prospects

With the strong support of the Security Systems Association of Singapore (SSAS) which represents more than 50 major security systems solution providers, Higher Nitec in Security System Integration graduates will be readily employed by SSAS members.

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 through higher-level courses.

Course Structure

To obtain the Higher Nitec in Security Systems Integration certification, you need to accumulate at least 74 credits.

Core Modules
54
Life Skills Modules
14
Elective Modules
6
Total
74


Core Modules (Click on title to view module description)

Credits

7

7

Intrusion and Access Control Technology

7

Surveillance Technology

7

8

7

7

4

Life Skills Modules

Credits

8

4
Sports and Wellness I

1

Sports and Wellness II

1

Electives

Course Specific

Credits

2

2

2
2

General

Credits

Overseas Experiential Programme
2 or 3

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.

Last updated on 17 Feb 2010