Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology
Have you wondered how laser has the power to cut objects?
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You can be a specialist in creating computer numeric control (CNC) programmes for laser cutting, punching, and blending of semi-con components; setting up and operating machines; developing designs for stamping and performing operations for stamping. Apply for this course and you can learn how to manufacture semi-con tooling and equipment too. |
Acquire knowledge and skills which are highly relevant to the industry
- Create CNC part program for CNC laser machining, turret punching and bending using CAD/CAM system.
- Set up and operate machine for CNC laser machining, turret punching and bending.
- Manufacture semi-con components (sheet metal).
- Develop stamping tools design using CAD/CAM system.
- Assemble stamping tools.
- Perform stamping tools setting and testing.
- Perform quality checks.
- Perform preventive maintenance.
Gain valuable first-hand experience
- Opportunity for real-work exposure through a 3-month industry attachment
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To apply for the Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology course, you need to have:
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Completed GCE 'N' or GCE ‘O’ Level |
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This is a two-year course and is available at :
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 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.
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates with a GPA of 2.3 and above may also apply for progression to related Higher Nitec courses offered by ITE.
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates are employed
as manufacturing specialist by high value manufacturing industries in particular the Semiconductor, Machinery and Systems, Precision Modules and Components, Medical Technology, Transport Engineering and Aerospace sectors.
There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is for students to upgrade their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
To obtain the Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology certification, you need to accumulate at least 70 credits.
Core Modules |
28 |
Life Skills Modules |
14 |
Elective Modules |
6 |
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70 |
Core Modules (Click on title to view module description) |
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CNC Technology
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Product Planning and Development |
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Life Skills Modules |
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4 |
Sports and Wellness I |
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Sports and Wellness II |
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Electives |
Course-specific |
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2 |
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General |
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2 or 3 |
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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.
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For general queries on the course, please email training@ite.edu.sg.
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