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Overview

Course Duration

12 months

Type of course

Full-time

Campus where course is offered

ITE College Central

Course Certification

Higher Nitec

Have you ever wondered how precision components are produced?

Enrol in this Higher Nitec in Precision Engineering course, where you will learn to create, interpret CNC part program and use CNC machining to produce the precise components.

What you'll learn

  • Prepare job requirements
  • Create, interpret and edit CNC part program
  • Perform tooling setup
  • Perform CNC machining to produce precise parts
  • Troubleshoot machining faults

Entry Requirements

Nitec GPA:
Nitec graduates of the following courses with minimum GPA of 2.8 (inclusive of CCA bonus points):

  • Aerospace Machining Technology
  • Digital & Precision Engineering
  • Laser & Tooling Technology
  • Machine Technology
  • Medical Manufacturing Technology
  • Precision Engineering (Aerospace / Injection Mould / Machining / Press Tool / Tool  & Mould) 

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.

Progression Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Precision Engineering graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:


Higher Nitec in Precision 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.

Higher Nitec in Precision 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 Precision Engineering graduates are well suited for employment as technical specialist by a wide range of niche manufacturing industries, in particular the Aerospace, Semiconductor, Oil & Gas, Medical Technologies, Precision Modules and Components, as well as Machinery and Systems sectors.