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Press Release - ITE Launches New Higher Nitec in Data Engineering Course
8 January 2021
GCE O-level school leavers who are aiming for a career in data science can look forward to getting a head start with the Institute of Technical Education’s (ITE) latest course offering. The Higher Nitec in Data Engineering course, which will take ...
GCE O-level school leavers who are aiming for a career in data science can look forward to getting a head start with the Institute of Technical Education’s (ITE) latest course offering. The Higher Nitec in Data Engineering course, which will take in its first batch of students in April 2021, will equip students with skills in data extraction, transformation, and loading for insights and analytics.
Industry Endorsement
In Singapore’s move towards a digital economy, data has become the commodity that fuels digital innovation. However, turning huge data collections into actionable insight remains a massive task. Given this, the demand for Info-comm Technology professionals in data analytics-related work is projected to grow over the next few years. There is thus a need to train a group of Associate Data Engineers to assist Data Analysts in various aspects of their work functions.
Industry players welcome the introduction of the new Higher Nitec in Data Engineering course, citing challenges in finding the right skillsets and talents in this emerging area. Mr Nick Lim, General Manager, Asia Pacific & Japan, TIBCO, said, “This course will enhance students’ data capabilities to address critical workforce shortages in data engineering, in addition to creating a pool of talented and skilled graduates who will, in turn, empower and transform the information technology industry and impact other businesses. TIBCO is excited to work with ITE, providing the technology and technical expertise to elevate the advanced analytics skills of students and address the data skills gap in Singapore. Students in this course benefit from cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions provided by TIBCO. By learning to analyse complex data sets and draw predictive insights, students will be able to support organisations in making faster, smarter decisions.”
More information on the new Higher Nitec in Data Engineering course to be offered in April 2021 can be found in Annex A. Details on full-time Higher Nitec courses in April 2021 for GCE O-Level holders and their entry requirements can be found in Annex B.
Application Procedures
GCE O-Level school leavers who are interested in applying for ITE’s full-time Higher Nitec or Nitec courses, including Traineeship programmes, can refer to the following chart for more details:
Table 1: Application procedures for ITE’s full-time Higher Nitec or Nitec courses, including Traineeship programmes
Course Type | Application Details | Dates & Time |
Full-time Higher Nitec courses | GCE O-Level applicants may submit their applications via the MOE-JAE website at: https://www.moe.gov.sg/jae | Mon 11 Jan 2021 (from 3pm) to Fri 15 Jan 2021 (4pm) |
Full-time Nitec courses
| GCE O-Level applicants may submit their application via the ITE website at: | Mon 11 Jan 2021 |
Higher Nitec courses under Traineeship Programme | GCE O-Level applicants may submit their application here: | Mon 11 Jan 2021 (from 3pm) to Wed 31 Mar 2021 (5pm) |
Annex A
HIGHER NITEC IN DATA ENGINEERING 高级国家工艺教育局证书 数据工程
Introduction
The course aims to train Associate Data Engineers who prepare data to support data analyst or business functions by performing data extraction, transformation and loading to ensure accurate, timely and useful data pipelines for the organisation’s analytic requirements.
Course Outline
Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
Create database objects and edit data in tables
Apply fundamental programming concepts, computational thinking and data analysis techniques to solve real-world data science problems
Apply data mining principles (including web mining) to dissect large complex data sets
Apply techniques to explore, analyse, and leverage data
Draw insights from data, deploy story boards and present insights
Manipulate data into usable and desired format that is suitable for analytic processing
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have the following GCE O-Level grades:
Grade 1-8 in English Language
Grade 1-7 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)
Grade 1-8 in an approved subject: [Biology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Computing / Computer Studies / Design & Technology / Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics / Human & Social Biology / Integrated Science / Physics / Engineering Science / Science (Chemistry, Biology) / Science (Physics, Biology) / Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science / Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)]
Duration
Two years
Job Opportunities & Career Prospects
Graduates may be employed as Associate Data Engineers, Associate Data Analysts, Data Technicians and Data Wranglers with government and private sector organisations that leverage data for businesses and operations.
Progression Pathway
Higher Nitec in Data Engineering graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics.
Annex B
FULL-TIME HIGHER NITEC COURSES FOR GCE O-LEVEL HOLDERS AND
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Course Duration: 1½ - 2 years
Table 2: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Applied and Health Sciences
School of Applied & Health Sciences | Course Title | Minimum Entry Requirements |
Higher Nitec in: • Biotechnology • Chemical Technology | 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
- Biology - Biotechnology - Chemistry - Combined Science - Human & Social Biology - Integrated Science - Physics / Engineering Science - Science (Chemistry, Biology) - Science (Physics, Biology) - Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science - Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry) | |
Higher Nitec in Paramedic & Emergency Care | 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
(Elementary/Additional) Note: * To be eligible for selection, candidates must have completed the Emergency Medical Technician course/Medical Orderly/Combat Medic Specialist course administered by SCDF or SAF or the WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (PHEMS) and possess minimum 1 year relevant work experience in emergency prehospital setting. |
Table 3: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Business & Services
School of Business & Services | Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) |
Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education | 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) | |
Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) |
Table 4: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Design & Media
School of Design & Media | Higher Nitec in:
Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) |
Higher Nitec in Architectural Technology | 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
- Biology - Biotechnology - Chemistry - Combined Science - Computing / Computer Studies - Design & Technology - Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics - Human & Social Biology - Integrated Science - Physics / Engineering Science - Science (Chemistry, Biology) - Science (Physics, Biology) - Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science - Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry) | |
Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) |
Table 5: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Electronics & Info-comm Technology
School of Electronics & Info-comm Technology | Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
- Biology - Biotechnology - Chemistry - Combined Science - Computing / Computer Studies - Design & Technology - Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics - Human & Social Biology - Integrated Science - Physics / Engineering Science - Science (Chemistry, Biology) - Science (Physics, Biology) - Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science - Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry) |
Table 6: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Engineering
School of Engineering | Higher Nitec in:
| 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
- Biology - Biotechnology - Chemistry - Combined Science - Computing / Computer Studies - Design & Technology - Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics - Human & Social Biology - Integrated Science - Physics / Engineering Science - Science (Chemistry, Biology) - Science (Physics, Biology) - Science (Physics, Chemistry) / Physical Science - Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry) |
Table 7: Entry requirements for full-time Higher Nitec courses in School of Hospitality
School of Hospitality | Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations | 3 GCE ‘O’ Passes
* To be eligible for selection, candidates must also have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) |