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Full-time Education
School of Engineering

nitec in facility technology (mechanical & electrical services)

Entry Requirements

To apply for the Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) 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.

 
Course Synopsis

On completion of the course, students should be able to:

Install electrical wiring and fitting, and troubleshoot faulty Printed Circuit Board for fire alarm control, building automated system and air-conditioning system control.

Service and carry out preventive maintenance of machinery components, engines, small diesel-driven generators and pumps.
Install, performing routine maintenance and parts replacement of residential air-conditioners.
Diagnose, service and maintain fire-fighting equipment and water supply systems.
Prepare building services layout including air-conditioning and electrical system using CAD software.
Troubleshoot and service equipment & accessories of airconditioning & mechanical ventilating systems used in commercial and industrial buildings.
Replace and repair wooden fixtures and masonry.
Service and replace defective components in audio visual and
public address systems.
 
Campus(es) Offering This Course

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

Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) 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 (Mechanical & Electrical Services) graduates may apply for polytechnic courses in the following areas:

Civil & Structural Engineering Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics
Microelectronics Telecommunications

For more details on related diploma courses, please refer to the website of each polytechnic.

Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) 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.

 
Career Prospects

Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) graduates are employed by companies providing building management and maintenance services.

Some of the job titles held by Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) graduates include:

Building Maintenance Technician
Building Services Technician
Air-Conditioning Engineering Technician.

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. 

 
Course Structure

To obtain the Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) certification, you need to accumulate at least 72 credits.

CERTIFICATION

Core Modules

42

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.
- 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

- Fire Safety and Protection System (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to diagnose, service and maintain fire-fighting equipment such as fire-alarm systems, hose-reel installations, sprinkler systems, fire-fighting hydrants, portable fire extinguishers, one and two-ways emergency voice communication systems and fire suppression systems in the industrial, commercial and residential buildings.
- Facility and System Maintenance (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain
various components in a facility such as water pumping control system, standby generators plus emergency lightings, audio visual system, public address system, closed circuit television system, door locks plus closers, painting and masonry works.

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.

ELECTIVES

Electives (Course Specific)
 
 

- 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.

   
Electives (Inter-Disciplinary)  
   

- 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.

   
Electives (Cross-level)  
 
- 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.
   
   
Electives (Joint ITE-Industry)  
   

- 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.

   
   
Electives (General)  
 

- 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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Last updated on 19 Dec 2007