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Full-time Education
School of Electronics and Info-Comm Technology

nitec in security technology

Entry Requirements

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



Either completed your GCE 'O' Level

Or completed GCE 'N' Level.

Applicants will be tested for colour recognition disability on admission.

Applicants must attend an interview for admission.

This course comprises full-time campus training and industry-based training.


 
Course Synopsis

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

Install wired and wireless network infrastructure and devices.
Set up wired and wireless local and wide area network.
Install, upgrade, configure and maintain CCTV systems.
Install, upgrade, configure and maintain intrusion detection systems.
Install, upgrade, configure and maintain access control systems.
Perform troubleshooting at card level on security equipment.

 

 
Campus(es) Offering This Course

The duration of this course is two years. Students will undergo first year training at ITE College West (Balestier Campus) or ITE College West (Bukit Batok Campus) respectively. The second year training will be shifted to ITE College West (Dover Campus).

 
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Progression Opportunities

Nitec in Security Technology graduates with good results may apply for progression to higher level courses.

 
Career Prospects

Nitec in Security Technology graduates are employed by companies that provide security systems solutions.

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

Security Systems Technician
Service Technician
Systems Technician.

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 Security Technology certification, you need to accumulate at least 72 credits.

These must comprise:

CERTIFICATION

Core Modules

52

Life Skills Modules

14

Elective Modules
6
Total
72

 
CORE MODULES

- Electrical and Electronics Principles (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the basic principles of electricity and electronics to perform check and test on electrical and analogue electronics circuits.
- Security Essentials and CAD (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret electrical and installation drawings and apply the fundamentals of sensor technology to interpret the various types of security system application in the security technology sector.
- Computer Essentials and Networking (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, configure and troubleshoot computer network system for the wired LAN environment.
- Security Electronics Applications (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the operating principles of various electronics components to interpret the circuitries used in the security systems.
- WLAN Maintenance and Security (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to set up and test Wireless Local Area Network. They will also learn the various network topologies, networking protocols and troubleshooting of networking components.
- Surveillance Systems (7 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, commission, maintain and upgrade surveillance systems including CCTV and DVR systems. They will also learn the various types of lenses, photography technique and requirement, technique in digitization and memory storage.
- Intrusion and Access Control Systems (6 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, commission, troubleshoot and upgrade intrusion detection and access control systems. They will also learn the various types of biometric readers, card readers, locking systems, controllers, RFID and management software.
- Industry Attachment (8 credits)
Students will undergo a 3-month On-the-Job Training (OJT) course with security systems solution providers to complement and reinforce the skills and knowledge acquired at ITE College and to develop competencies in other systems not covered in the curriculum.

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 (Course Specific)
 

- Technical Mathematics (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering related problems involving the use of basic algebra, indices, graphs and trigonometry.
- Information Transport System (3 credits)
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify the various types of cables and their applications, apply appropriate testing methods on copper and fibre-optic cables and diagnose and certify the performance of network cables.


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 4 May 2009