Diploma in Engineering (Electrical- Rapid Transit Technology)

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Diploma in Engineering (Electrical- Rapid Transit Technology)

Overview

Course Date:
21 Apr 2025 to 30 Sep 2027
Registration Period:
01 Dec 2024 to 31 Jan 2025
Duration/Frequency:
900 hours (2.5 years)
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:
3 evenings during weekdays between 6.30pm and 10.30pm

Please refer to Academic Calendar.

Note: The Course Intake is only open to SBS Transit and SMRT Corporation for registration.

Enquiries
For course specific details, please contact the course manager:
Name: Dr Yang Zhizong
Email: yang_zhizong@sp.edu.sg

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

Course Objective

This course aims to train fresh ITE graduates and in-service staff with NITEC or Higher NITEC qualification to become the next generation of rail engineering professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to meet the manpower needs of Singapore’s growing rail network of 360 km by 2030.

It also aims to provide ITE engineering graduates another career progression pathway by acquiring a diploma qualification while continuing to be in the workforce, thereby retaining them in the sector, and mitigating manpower shortage faced by employers.

Course Outline

MC 1 – Certificate in Fundamental Technical Training
Module 1: Rail Systems Maintenance I
Module 2: Workplace Safety and Health I
Module 3: Rail Operation
Module 4: Maintenance Management

MC 2 – Certificate in Advanced Technical Training
Module 5: Rail Systems Maintenance II
Module 6: Workplace Safety and Health II
Module 7: Process Improvement & Business Management
Module 8: Critical Core Skills (Leadership)

MC 3 – Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Module 9: Electrical Principles
Module 10: Digital Principles

MC 4 – Certificate in Technologies for Rail Engineering
Module 11: Industrial Internet of Things (IoT)
Module 12: Engineering Data Analytics
Module 13: Operation Technology
Module 14: Engineering Asset Management

MC 5 – Certificate in Rail Engineering Project
Module 15: Engineering Project
Module 16: Rapid Transit Technology (Application)

Please click here for the module synopsis.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must not suffer from serious colour appreciation deficiency.
The applicant shall be an ITE Nitec with GPA ≥ 2.0 or a Higher Nitec graduate in an engineering or information technology discipline.
The applicant can be an in-service employee from the participating WSP companies, or
The applicant can be an ITE Nitec or Higher Nitec fresh graduate within 5 years of graduation or within 5 years from his last day of National Service (ORD).
Applicant (in-service employee from the participating WSP company) with a minimum diploma qualification in other engineering fields will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and may be subjected to interviews or tests before they can be considered for enrolment.
Applicants (in-service employee from the participating WSP company) 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 five Modular Certificates (MC), participants will be conferred a Diploma qualification from Singapore Polytechnic.

Suitable for

This course is suitable for working adults in the rail industry who wish to deepen their expertise in rapid transit technology, as well as fresh ITE graduates with NITEC or Higher NITEC qualifications looking to start a career in rail engineering. It offers a clear pathway for career progression while enabling participants to gain specialized skills and knowledge essential for Singapore’s expanding rail network.

Course Fees

For more information on course fee / or to apply, click on the “Register” button.

Application Procedure

1. Application must be made through STEP. Click on “Register” to apply.

2. All successful applicants will be notified with a letter of confirmation through email.

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