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Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering (3 years) (wef Jan 2026 intake)
ITE College Central
ITE College East
ITE College West
Full-time
Manufacturing
Boost your future with the Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering. Learn to optimise machines, support design, robotics, automation, and quality assurance. Gain in-demand skills and open doors to exciting careers in mechanical engineering.
Course duration: 36 months
What you'll learn
Set up machines, equipment and systems
Provide support in product improvements
Conduct quality assurance functions on products and systems
Perform fault diagnosis and maintenance of instrumentation and control equipment
Perform sub-system and PLC integration
Perform support functions in engineering design and development
Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives
General Electives and Life Skills Modules
Entry requirements
Admission to Year 1 of the 3-year curriculum structure:
Completed GCE 'N' or GCE 'O' Level
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].
Occupational Traits and Functional Ability requirements
Nature of work and functional abilities
Nature of Work | Functional Abilities |
|---|---|
As Mechanical Engineering Assistants, they are required to carry out technical support functions in mechanical engineering design and operations, perform fault diagnosis, maintenance of control equipment, integration of mechanical components and sub-systems as well as carry out work improvement activities to enhance production operations. | |
Computer skills form a large part of the work required in mechanical engineering employment. In addition to the standard office productivity tools, there is a range of specialized software such as computer assisted design (CAD), simulation software, statistical process control (SPC), and others, which they would need to use. | Finger dexterity, attentive, sensory (visual) ability |
They would be required to work on high-cost and high-precision equipment, such as in CNC machining, which needs them to possess full functional ability so that they can readily react to work requirements and especially in unsafe situation. | Physical mobility, hand and finger dexterity, sensory (sight & hearing), ability to react quickly, attentiveness to safety |
They are required to carry out work assignments based on verbal or written instructions as well as document data, findings or technical issues in the course of their work. They may have to liaise with workers in other departments or people outside the company to carry out their job duties. They may work independently or as a team. | Communication skills, interaction with strangers, dealing with non- routine assignments and schedule |
This course is less suitable for students who do not possess the functional abilities indicated. If in doubt, please consult your school career guidance officer or visit ITE College for further academic advising.
Progression opportunities
Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:
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 Marine & Offshore Engineering (Production)
Work-Study Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Services Supervision
Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering 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 Mechanical Engineering 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 Mechanical Engineering graduates are employed by Manufacturing (Precision Engineering) firms and companies that provide engineering services from front-end computer-aided design & drafting (CADD), automation & robotics system development to predictive maintenance of engineering equipment. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Engineering Assistant, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, Quality Assurance Technician and Quality Process Technician.
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