Higher Nitec in Security System Integration (3 years)
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Overview
Campus where course is offered
ITE College East
ITE College West
Course Certification
Higher Nitec
Join the Fight for Safety and Security
Are you passionate about protecting people and what matters most? Our new 3-year course prepares you for an exciting career in the growing security technology industry. You will learn how to install, integrate, and manage security systems that help keep our city safe.
By enrolling in this programme, you will gain the specialised skills needed to succeed in the electronics sector. You will have the chance to work with advanced security systems and contribute to the safety of your community. Start your journey today and make a real difference in the world!
What you'll learn
- Set up wired and wireless networks to accommodate IP-ready security systems
- Set up backend security network infrastructure to support security systems
- Troubleshoot and maintain security systems
- Design and implement security system solutions to meet client’s requirements
- Manage security system installation projects
- Integrate and implement centralised security management system
Certification Requirements, Course Structure and Module Objectives (PDF 148 KB)
General Electives and Life Skills Modules (PDF 148 KB)
Entry Requirements
Admission to Year 1 of the 3-year curriculum structure:
Completed GCE ‘N’ or GCE 'O' Level
Note:
- Applicants for this course must ensure that they are free from colour appreciation deficiency.
- 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 Security System Integration graduates may apply for progression to the following Work-Study Diploma courses at ITE:
Higher Nitec in Security System Integration graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may 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 Security System Integration graduates are employed by systems integrators, security solution providers and end users of security systems including government agencies. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Technical Specialist, Security Systems Specialist and Senior Technician. There are excellent career advancement opportunities to Project Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Systems Designer and beyond.