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Nitec in Technology - Mechatronics & Robotics

Campus

ITE College Central

ITE College West

Industry

Engineering Services

Precision Engineering

Course type

Part-time

Certifications

Nitec

Step into the future with Mechatronics & Robotics! Master mechanical, electrical, and microcomputer systems to operate, maintain, and service automated industrial equipment—plus CAD design and fault repair for a high-demand, hands-on career.

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

  • Install, maintain and service pneumatic and electro-pneumatic controlled systems

  • Construct and assemble mechanical support

  • Prepare and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings

  • Install and test electrical systems

  • Install and test peripheral devices and microcomputer controlled systems

  • Troubleshoot electronics systems

  • Set up industrial automation systems, modify PLC program and troubleshoot a simple automated production system at module level

Download Core module details [PDF, 200 KB]

Entry requirements

  • Completed GCE 'O' Level; or

  • Completed GCE 'N' Level; or

  • Passed ISC in Autonomous Maintenance; or

  • Passed ISC in Electrical Servicing; or

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

Note:

  • Applicant 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.

  • 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 - Mechatronics & Robotics graduates are employed by companies in the high-technology manufacturing and servicing industries. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Automation Technician, Automated Equipment Maintenance Technician and Mechatronics Technician.

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

View application schedule and fees.

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