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Requirements |
To apply for the
Nitec in Facility Technology
(Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) course,
you must have:
 Either
completed your GCE 'O' Level
Or
completed GCE 'N' Level
Applicants will be tested for colour recognition
disability on admission.
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| Course
Synopsis |
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On completion of the course, students should be able
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Install electrical wiring and fitting, and troubleshoot faulty Printed
Circuit Board for fire alarm control, building automated system and
air-conditioning system control.
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Service and carry out preventive maintenance of machinery
components, engines, small diesel-driven generators and pumps. |
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Install, performing routine maintenance and parts replacement of
residential air-conditioners. |
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Install, service and repair defective components of water supply
and water pumping systems. |
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Prepare building services layout including air-conditioning and
electrical system using CAD software. |
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Install, service and repair air-cooled and water-cooled airconditioning
system. |
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Install and carry out performance test on commercial airconditioning
and refrigeration systems. |
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Replace faulty electrical components in air-conditioning and
refrigeration equipment. |
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Troubleshoot and replace faulty components in air distribution and
piping systems. |
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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 (Bedok Campus).
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| Progression
Opportunities
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Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) graduates with GPA of 3.5 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the polytechnics. After completing the diploma, you can go on to pursue a degree course at the university.
Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) graduates may apply for polytechnic courses in the following areas:
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Civil & Structural Engineering |
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Electrical Engineering |
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Mechanical Engineering |
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Mechatronics |
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Microelectronics |
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Telecommunications |
For more details on related diploma courses, please refer to the website of each polytechnic.
Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) graduates may also apply for progression to a related Higher Nitec courses. After the Higher Nitec course, you can take up a related diploma course at the polytechnic.
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| Career
Prospects |
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Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) graduates are employed by companies manufacturing air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment or offering mechanical consultancy services. Graduates are also employed by companies involved in the maintenance of air-conditioning in residences, offices, hotels and factories, food processing plants as well as domestic refrigerators.
Some of the job titles held by Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) graduates include:
Air-Conditioning Engineering Technician
Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technician
Refrigeration Engineering Technician
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Plant Installer
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment Installer.
Based on the 2006 graduate employment survey, the mean gross monthly salary of Nitec in Building Services Technology graduates is about $1,400. 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 Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) certification, you need to accumulate at least 72 credits.
CERTIFICATION
| Core Modules |
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| Specialisation Modules |
12 |
| Life Skills Modules |
14 |
| Elective Modules |
4 |
| Total |
72 |
CORE MODULES
- Electrical Services (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain,
troubleshoot, and carry out simple alteration and amendment works of a
domestic electrical system.
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Mechanical Servicing (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret
blueprint drawings, carry out bench-fitting work, fabricate and repair
metal components, perform basic arc welding, carry out preventive
maintenance of machinery and engine, small diesel-driven generators
and pumps.
- Residential Air-Conditioning Services (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to fabricate
refrigeration piping, perform leak testing, evacuation and charging of
refrigeration system, routine maintenance, parts replacement, install and test unitary-type and split-type residential air-conditioning units.
- CAD and Pipe Installation (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain,
troubleshoot, service and repair piping systems in buildings and
prepare piping drawing using CAD software.
- Commercial Air-Conditioning Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install,
maintain, service and repair air-cooled and water-cooled airconditioning
systems for commercial applications including system
using variable refrigerant volume, troubleshoot and repair airconditioning
equipment, interpret refrigeration piping and wiring
circuits and replace faulty components.
- Integrated Building Management Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install,
diagnose and service the control circuits of chilled water systems,
induction motors, air-handling units, Direct Digital Controllers (DDC)
and other related components. They are also trained to operate and
monitor the Building Automation Systems.
- Project (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to plan and
manage a project, and apply the skills and knowledge acquired in the
course of learning to solve practical problems.
SPECIALISATION MODULES
- Commercial Refrigeration Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to troubleshoot
faults in refrigeration equipment and to install refrigeration systems
for cold storage applications including refrigeration compressors and
evaporators, capacity controls, operation of commercial refrigeration
system.
- Air-Conditioning Distribution Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret the air
distribution and piping drawings for air-conditioning systems including
duct and pipe sizing, installation of air handling units, ducting, water
pumps, piping, function of fittings, balancing of air and water and
production of the working drawings.
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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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- Heat Load and ETTV (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to estimate the
cooling load requirement of an air-conditioned space, select equipment
capacity required and the Envelope Thermal Transfer Values (ETTV) in
accordance to the local Building codes requirements.
- Cleanroom Technology (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret and
maintain the air-conditioning system in the cleanroom according to the
specification. The training covers the skills and knowledge pertaining
to particle counting, classification of cleanroom, maintaining airconditioning
system, filter replacing and interpreting the schematic
drawing.
- Energy Audit (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to conduct on-site
energy audit using the appropriate measuring instruments and tools and
recommend corrective measures for energy savings.
- Safety Audit and Risk Assessment (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify potential
hazard at workplace and implement control measures to ensure a safe
work environment.
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| Electives (Inter-disciplinary) |
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- Workplace First Aid and CPR (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply basic
concepts and principles of first aid to render first aid treatment at the
workplace and perform CPR during an emergency.
- Business Etiquette and Grooming (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to observe proper
grooming techniques and apply business etiquette in relating to people. |
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| Electives (Cross Level) |
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- Project Management (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use a software application for planning and managing projects.
- Engineering Mathematics (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to solve engineering problems involving indices, logarithms, algebra, graphs, trigonometry, complex numbers and basic statistics. |
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| Electives (Joint ITE-Industry) |
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- Swimming Pool Maintenance (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to carry out
servicing, maintenance, repairs on swimming pool filtration system, and
its equipment including carrying out water quality checks.
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| Electives (General) |
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- Communicative English (Levels 7 & 8) (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to infer meanings,
feelings and attitudes from listening texts, classify and evaluate
information, distinguish arguments for or against an issue, compare and
contrast ideas, write formal and informal letters as well as narrative,
descriptive and expository compositions, present factual information
in a clear and logical manner, and use appropriate vocabulary and
expressions in various speech situations.
- English Language ‘O’ I (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to comprehend
narrative texts, write compositions of narrative nature, and communicate
effectively and appropriately in speech and writing.
- English Language ‘O’ II (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to comprehend
descriptive texts, write compositions of descriptive nature and
communicate effectively and appropriately in speech and writing.
- English Language ‘O’ III (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to comprehend
expository texts, write compositions of expository and persuasive nature,
and communicate effectively and appropriately in speech and writing.
- English Language ‘O’ IV (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to comprehend
argumentative texts, write compositions of argumentative nature, and
communicate effectively and appropriately in speech and writing.
- Mathematics (Level 9) (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
arithmetic calculations, interpret and use statistical data, manipulate
algebraic expressions, use graphs and solve simultaneous equations
graphically.
- Mathematics (Level 10) (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to calculate
angles using the angle properties of a circle; construct and describe
transformations and solve trigonometrical problems in 2-dimension.
- Mathematics ‘O’ I (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
arithmetic calculations, manipulate algebraic expressions, construct and
interpret geometrical figures and solve investigative problems.
- Mathematics ‘O’ II (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to manipulate
indices, equations and inequalities, perform graphing functions, handle
problems on mensuration, interpret and use statistical data and solve
investigative problems.
- Mathematics ‘O’ III (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to solve
trigonometrical problems in 2 or 3 dimensions, identify and describe
transformations connecting given figures, use vectors and solve
investigative problems.
- Mathematics ‘O’ IV (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to perform
arithmetic calculation, algebraic manipulation, graphing functions,
geometrical construction and transformation; use vectors; solve problems
involving trigonometry, probability and investigation.
- Overseas Experiential Programme (2 to 3 credits)
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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