Diploma (Conversion) in Computer Networking

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Diploma (Conversion) in Computer Networking

Overview

Course Date:
21 Apr 2025 to 31 Mar 2026
Registration Period:
01 Dec 2024 to 31 Jan 2025
Duration/Frequency:
PDC1: 2 evenings per week, 6.30pm-10.30pm PDC2: 3 evenings per week, 6.30pm-10.30pm
Mode of Training:
Facilitated Learning (Face-to-Face/ Online Synchronous) and Asynchronous E-Learning
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic (facilitated classroom training) and Online E-Learning
Funding:
Eligible for SkillsFuture Credit

Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed. You may register your interest and be notified when there is a new run.

Class schedule:
2 - 3 evenings a week
6.30pm to 10.30pm

Course Duration:
300 hours (1 year)

Please refer to Academic Calendar.

Enquiries

For course specific details,

please contact the course manager:

Name: Mr Lau Chung Meng

Email: LAU_Chung_Meng@sp.edu.sg

Contact No: 68790639

For other enquiries, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg

Course Objective

Singapore strives to become a “Smart Nation” through harnessing digital technologies to provide better transport systems, living environment, business productivity, healthcare and public sector services for all Singapore residents. To build a smart nation, computer network and systems are key infrastructure facilities for smart healthcare, smart building, smart mobility, smart Energy and many other areas.

To meet this increasing demand for IT Network and System engineers, the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is pleased to introduce our Diploma in Engineering (Computer Network and Systems). This part-time evening course can be completed in 2.5 year.

For more information on this course, please check out our course preview session here.

This course aims to equip students with good working knowledge and skills required for the deployment, operation and support of computer networks infrastructure, development of info-comm services, computer/embedded systems and IoT systems. The modules have been carefully selected to cover the technical skills and knowledge highly in-demand for career in IT networks and systems industry.

Course Outline

The course is a one-year part-time programme. It consists of 2 Post Diploma Certificates (PDC) conducted over 2 semesters, 1 PDC per semester. The first PDC to start with is PDC1. The classes are conducted in the evening.

This course consists of 2 post diploma certificates (PDCs). Each PDC comprises a few modules and the details are as follows:

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Semester One

PDC 1 Certificate in Network Administration
Module 1 – Network Server Administration
Module 2 – Computer Communications

Semester Two

PDC 2 Certificate in Computer Networking
Module 3 – Computer Networking
Module 4 – Internetworking
Module 5 – Network Integration Projects

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have a polytechnic diploma from a recognised institution. Foreign equivalent qualifications or other qualifications will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.

Certification / Accreditation

Upon completion of two Certificates within a two-year validity period, the participant will be conferred a Diploma (Conversion) qualification from Singapore Polytechnic.

Suitable for

This course is ideal for individuals aiming to establish or advance a career in IT networking by earning the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. It suits those in technical roles seeking deeper expertise in network infrastructure, as well as professionals in related fields, such as telecommunications, who want to develop specialised skills and gain a globally recognised credential for career advancement.