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Full-time Education
School of Info-Communications Technology

nitec in multimedia technology

Entry Requirements

To apply for the Nitec in Multimedia Technology course, you need to have:

Two GCE 'O' level grades (Grades 1 - 8) in any 2 subjects
Or three GCE 'N' level passes (Grades 1 - 5) in Mathematics and 2 other subjects

Applicant will be tested for colour recognition disability on admission.



 
Course Synopsis

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

Test electronic boards / modules.
Maintain computer systems.
Setup computer peripheral devices.
Manage servers.
Manage web-based applications.
Setup local area networks.
Maintain software applications.
Manipulate digital image.
Support multimedia project.
Setup AV Equipment.

 

 
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 Multimedia Technology 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 Multimedia Technology graduates may apply for polytechnic courses in the following areas:

Business Informatics
Computer & Network Technology
Electronics & Computer Engineering Engineering Informatics
Information Technology Intelligent Building Technology
Internet & Multimedia Development Mobile & Wireless Computing
Multimedia & Infocomm Technology Telecommunications

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

Nitec in Multimedia Technology 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 Multimedia Technology graduates are employed in multimedia manufacturing companies, Internet companies and companies that deal with servicing and support of multimedia products.

Some of the job titles held by Nitec in Multimedia Technology graduates include:

Multimedia Support Technician
Multimedia Specialist
Multimedia Development Technician

Based on the 2006 graduate employment survey, the mean gross monthly salary of Nitec in Multimedia Technology graduates is about $1,150. There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and even 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 Multimedia Technology certification, you need to accumulate at least 72 credits.

CERTIFICATION

Core Modules

54

Life Skills Modules

14

Elective Modules
4
Total
72

 
CORE MODULES

- Engineering Essentials (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain basic principles of electricity and to connect simple electrical circuits with common measuring instruments to regulate and measure electrical quantities, and to demonstrate the operation of basic logic circuits.
- Internet Fundamentals and Applications (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, configure and maintain web/media servers and browsers. They will learn to create HTML documents and design simple web pages using authoring tools. They are also trained to develop simple internet application for web publishing or electronic-commerce application.
- IT Essentials and PC Support (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to assemble, configure and test microcomputer system.
- Multimedia Fundamentals and Digital Imaging (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students have been trained on multimedia and digital imaging techniques to gain knowledge and skills necessary to perform capturing, processing, modification, organisation and management of Digital Images.
- Networking and Media Services
(7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to setup the local area network system including Wireless LAN (Local Area Network). They are also trained to setup and maintain media/database servers.
- Digital Media Technology (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to setup audio/video equipments, perform file compression/conversion to acceptable formats. They will also learn how to identify audio/video system faults and solutions.
- Interactive Graphics and Video Production (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students have been trained on video production techniques as well as on techniques to create interactivity and graphic effects that can be incorporated with video and sound objects.
- Multimedia Development Project (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use multimedia hardware and software tools to integrate multimedia products to support interactive web-based application packages. They will also learn to identify components to build interactive multimedia applications, basic concept of interactivity, multimedia authoring tools and web page publishing.

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)
 
 

- 3D Animation Techniques (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to create digital animations using advanced animation techniques.
-
Game Development for Mobile Devices
(2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to develop basic interactive game application for Mobile Devides using the application development tools.
- 3D Computer Graphics (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to use 3D computer graphic tools to develop 2D/3D computer graphics images and animation for multimedia application. They will also learn basic techniques for modeling and rendering images.

   
Electives (Inter-disciplinary)  
   

- Audio Post- Production (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to enhance audio and create surround sound for video using multi-track mixing techniques.

   
Joint ITE-Industry  
   
- Essentials of Sun Java (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students have been trained on Java Technology, the Java Programming Lanuage and Product Life Cycle.
- Mobile Applications Development with J2ME (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to build mobile applications using the J2ME platform for mobile devices.
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End-User Applications
Support in Microsoft XP Operating System (2 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to provide technical support to users of Windows XP Operating System including troubleshooting applications running on the Windows XP Operating System.

 
   
Electives (General)  
 
- Communicative English (Levels 1 to 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 (Levels 1 to 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 and 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-functional interaction skills and other life skills.
 
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Last updated on 19 Dec 2007