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Nitec in Technology - Mechanical Technology
Campus
ITE College Central
ITE College East
Industry
Engineering Services
Course type
Part-time
Certifications
Nitec
Build a career in mechanical engineering! Learn to install, service, and repair machinery, pumps, and hydraulic systems, perform CAD design, and maintain equipment efficiently—gaining hands-on skills essential for a dynamic, in-demand industry.
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
Interpret technical drawings and hydraulic/pneumatic circuit diagrams
Carry out preventive maintenance and inspection on machinery and equipment
Fabricate and re-condition machine parts using basic hand-tools, power hand-tools and drilling machines
Install, service, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul basic machine tools, pumps, valves, compressors and conveyor systems
Install, service, troubleshoot and repair basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Install pipework system
Rectify electrical faults of machinery
Download Core module details [PDF, 153 KB]
Entry requirements
Completed GCE 'O' Level; or
Completed GCE 'N' Level; or
Passed BEST Module 4 Mathematics (for those with work experience); or
Passed ISC in Mechanical Servicing; or
Passed ISC in Shielded Metal Arc Welding; or
Passed ISC in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding; or
Accumulated at least 60 hours of structured On-the-Job Training (OJT) under the Certified On-the-Job Training Centre (COJTC) system. The OJT must be relevant to the course applied for; 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
Career opportunities
Nitec in Technology - Mechanical Technology graduates are employed by companies that manufacture metal and plastic products, food and beverage items. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician and Industrial Machinery Technician.
There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. This challenge is for students to upgrade their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
View application schedule and fees.