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Higher Nitec in Technology – Electronics Engineering (Enhanced Curricular Structure)

Campus

ITE College Central

ITE College East

Industry

Electronics

Course type

Part-time

Certifications

Higher Nitec

Build the world of smart tech! Learn to install, configure, test & maintain sensors and controllers, powering IoT platforms that drive innovation and connectivity across industries.

Course duration: 24 months

The course duration is 2 to 4 years.

What you'll learn

  • Set up, maintain and troubleshoot IoT & communications system.

  • Optimise IoT system and network performance.

  • Set up cloud services for IoT integration.

  • Perform IoT data collection and visualisation.

  • Set up, maintain and troubleshoot electronic systems and modules such as communications, computer and automated testing.

  • Perform functional, operational and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of electronic equipment and systems.

Download Core module details [PDF, 144 KB]

Entry requirements

3 GCE ‘O’ Level Grades:

  • Grade 1-8 in English Language;

  • Grade 1-7 in Mathematics (Elementary/Additional);

  • Grade 1-8 in one of the approved subjects: Biology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Computer Studies / Design & Technology / Engineering Science / Fundamentals of Electronics / Human & Social Biology / Integrated Science / Physical Science / Physics / Science (Chemistry/Biology) / Science (Physics/Biology) / Science (Physics/Chemistry) / Science (Physics/Biology/Chemistry).

OR

  • Nitec in Technology qualifications; or

  • Nitec qualifications (Technical Skills); or

  • Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 in Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing and Numeracy, and one year relevant work experience; or
    Completed four Foundation modules.

Applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements will need to complete Foundation modules before taking Core/Specialisation modules.

Entry requirements for Foundation modules

  • 2 GCE 'O' Level Grades (Grade 1-8) in any two subjects; or

  • 3 GCE 'N' Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in Mathematics or Science and two other subjects; or

  • Passed ISC/CoC in Electronics Manufacturing; or

  • Passed ISC/CoC in Wafer Fabrication; or

  • Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 5 in Speaking and Listening, and Level 4 in Reading and Numeracy.

Note:

  • Applicants applying for this course must be free from colour appreciation deficiency. A score of 100% from the Colour Blindness Test taken here is mandatory for course admission.

Progression opportunities

Flowchart of CET progression from no qualification to university via Nitec, Higher Nitec, and diplomas

Career opportunities

Career opportunities include Engineering Assistant, Technical Specialist, Quality Technical Support, IoT Assistant Engineer, Communication Equipment Assistant Engineer, Assistant Sales Engineer, Assistant Field Customer Engineer and Computer Services Assistant Engineer.

View application schedule and fees.

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