Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design

Course duration: 24 months

Are you interested in how digital technology and new tools are changing the way buildings are designed and built?

By joining this course, you will learn to use Building Information Modelling (BIM) software to create 3D models for buildings, steel structures, and civil engineering projects. You will also learn how to produce important drawings that follow specific guidelines and standards.

When you complete this course, you will be ready to start a career as a specialist in BIM modelling or CAD designing, along with many other exciting opportunities in this field. Get ready to ride the digital wave and make your mark in the world of construction!

What you'll learn

• Prepare civil and structural layout plans

• Prepare civil and structural components’ schedule and details such as beams, slabs, columns, foundation, roads, drainage and sewerage

• Prepare civil and structural detailed drawings

• Prepare shop drawings for construction

• Liaise with engineers to resolve discrepancies and site problems

Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives [PDF, 142 KB]

General Electives and Life Skills Modules [PDF, 127 KB]

Entry requirements

GCE 'O' level grades in English Language, Mathematics and 1 approved subject:

• 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)]

OR

GCE ‘N(A)’ level passes in English Language, Mathematics and 3 other subjects:

• Grade 1-4 in English Language

• Grade 1-4 in Mathematics

• Grade 1-5 in 3 other subjects; and

• A total of 19 points or less for English, Mathematics and three other subjects (ELMAB3)*

* Eligible, graduating GCE N(A) students enrolled during the January intake under the Direct Entry Scheme To Polytechnic Programme (DPP) will undergo 10 weeks of preparatory programme, followed by 2 years of Higher Nitec training.

OR

Nitec GPA:

• For more details on minimum entry requirements for Nitec graduates, please click here.

Students will be required to purchase a laptop for the course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available to eligible students under ITE Opportunity Fund subject to terms and conditions. For more details on the minimum laptop specifications, please click here [PDF, 122 KB].

Progression opportunities

Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:

• Work-Study Diploma in Agriculture & Aquaculture Technology

• Work-Study Diploma in Applied Electronics & AI

• Work-Study Diploma in Arboriculture & Horticulture

• Work-Study Diploma in Architectural BIM & Design

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Aviation Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Customer Experience Management (Lifestyle & Consumer Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Data Centre Infrastructure & Operation

• Work-Study Diploma in Facilities Management

• Work-Study Diploma in Land Transport Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Marine & Offshore Engineering (Production)

• Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Services Supervision

• Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical Systems Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Equipment Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Microelectronics (Process Track)

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Operations

• Work-Study Diploma in Security Systems Engineering

• Work-Study Diploma in Vertical Transportation

Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to a Technical Engineer Diploma course at ITE. For more details on progression, please click here [PDF, 149 KB].

Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design graduates with a GPA of 2.0 and above may also 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.

Career opportunities

Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design graduates are employed by government departments, statutory boards and civil structural consultancy companies in the building and construction sector. They perform a crucial role of ensuring the structural drawings, civil engineering drawings and detailed drawings on structural building are produced to meet the needs of the users such as clients, contractors, authorities, consultants and building occupants, at the different stages of the project. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Civil & Structural Draftsman, Technical Executive, Technical Officer and CAD Designer.

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