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Nitec in Technology - Aerospace Machining Technology

Campus

ITE College Central

Industry

Precision Engineering

Course type

Part-time

Certifications

Nitec

Launch your aerospace career! Learn to manufacture precision components, operate advanced machinery, use cutting-edge software, and perform quality checks for high-tech aerospace production.

Course duration: 18 months

The course duration is 1.5 years to 3 years.

This course is being phased out and is offered to ongoing students only.

What you'll learn

  • Generate CNC part-programs using CAD/CAM system

  • Set up multi-axis CNC machining centres

  • Operate and monitor precision machining operations

  • Manufacture aerospace components

  • Perform quality checks

Download Core module details [PDF, 124 KB]

Entry requirements

  • 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

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

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission if they have a letter of sponsorship or employer’s recommendation. Applicants may have to go through an interview.

Please provide the following documents at point of application.

  • Letter of sponsorship from employer OR

  • Recommendation from employer

Progression opportunities

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

Career opportunities

Nitec in Technology - Aerospace Machining Technology graduates are employed as manufacturing specialist by high value manufacturing industries in particular the Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Precision Modules & Components, Medical Technology, Transport Engineering and Machinery & Systems sectors.

There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is for students to upgrade their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.

View application schedule and fees.

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