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Higher Nitec in Wireless Technology



In the world of mobile network systems, less is more. Less or no wire(s) and yet more connectivity.

You can make a difference by configuring wireless networking devices and help others surf across a greater territory. Apply for this course and learn to implement and maintain wireless/mobile network systems by performing installation, configuration and maintenance activities to ensure efficient and secure communication in the respective organisation.

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

  • Implement Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN).
  • Maintain Wireless LAN and WAN.
  • Install base stations.
  • Maintain base stations.
  • Set up personal area network (PAN).
  • Provide technical support service to end-users/customers.

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 Wireless Technology 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 Wireless Technology 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

Higher Nitec in Wireless Technology graduates are employed in all public and private organisations where there is a need for wireless communication infrastructure and its maintenance.

Some of the job titles held by the graduates include

  • Wireless Technical Support Specialist
  • Wireless Network Specialist
  • Wireless Communications Technician
  • Mobile Applications Support Specialist

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 Wireless Technology certification, you need to accumulate at least 75 credits.

Core Modules
57
Life Skills Modules
14
Elective Modules
4
Total
75


Core Modules (Click on title to view module description)

Credits

7

7

Wireless Networking Fundamentals

7

Wireless LAN Design and Implementation

7

7

7

7

8

Life Skills Modules

Credits

8

4
Sports and Wellness I

1

Sports and Wellness II

1

Electives

Course Specific Credits
2
2
Joint ITE-Industry

Credits

2

2

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Inter-disciplinary Credits
4

General

Credits

Overseas Experiential Programme
2 or 3
Calculus
2
Statistics and Matrices
2

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