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Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical - Rapid Transit Technology)

Topic:Built Environment, Engineering, Others

Course Type:Part-Time Diploma and Post-Diploma Courses

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Overview

  • Course Date:

    21 Apr 2025 to 30 Sep 2026

  • Registration Period:

    01 Dec 2024 to 02 Mar 2025

  • Duration/Frequency:

    3 evenings per week, 6.30pm-10.30pm

  • Mode of Training:

    Classroom

  • Venue:

    Singapore Polytechnic

  • Funding:

    -

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.

Please refer to Academic Calendar.

Enquiries
For course specific details, please contact the course manager:
Name: Nicholas Huang
Email: nicholas_huang@sp.edu.sg

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

Course Objective

Singapore is expanding its network of rapid transit lines and there will be a need for more skilled personnel to maintain and manage its systems. According to the Land Transport Master Plan 2013, the length of the rail network will double, from 178km in 2012 to 360km by 2030, and the intervals between trains will shorten from 120 seconds to 100 seconds during peak hours. At the same time, 112 trains and train-cars will be added to the existing fleet of 253.

To support this growing demand from the public transport sector, this course aims to train skilled personnel such as technical officer and assistant engineer for mass rapid transit or rail related industry.

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 Basic Engineering Technology
Module 1: Statics & Dynamics
Module 2: Thermofluid System
Module 3: Computer-Aided Drafting

MC4: Certificate in Intermediate Engineering Technology
Module 1: Mechanics of Machines & Materials
Module 2: Thermofluid Power
Module 3: Engineering Materials

MC5*: Certificate in Advanced Engineering Technology 
Module 1: Mechanics of Machines Element
Module 2: Engineering Thermodynamics
Module 3: Mechanical Assembly Process

MC5A: Certificate in Advanced Engineering Technology
Module 1: Electrical & Control Systems 
Module 2: Engine Technology
Module 3: Hydraulic System

* MC 5 will be the default MC offered to our participants unless participants request for MC 5A as a class

Please click here for the module synopsis.

 

Minimum Requirements

Applicant must satisfy at least one of the following entry requirements:

a) The following GCE 'O' Level grades and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience:
  • English Language Grade 1 – 7
  • Mathematics (Elementary or Additional) Grade 1 – 6
  • Science Grade 1 – 6

OR
b) Nitec in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >= 3.5

OR
c) Nitec in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >= 3.0 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience.

OR
d) Nitec in Technology in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >= 3.5 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience.

OR
e) Higher Nitec in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >=2.0

OR
f) Higher Nitec in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >=1.5 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience.

OR
g) Higher Nitec in Technology in an engineering or information technology discipline with GPA >=2.0 and at least 1 year of relevant working experience.

OR
h) Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) with at at least 1 year of relevant working experience and Level 6 for both WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA & Workplace Numeracy SOA

OR
i) Applicant with none of the qualifications listed above but at least 2 years of relevant working experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may 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

Working adults in the Rapid Transit industry who wish to pick up specialised skills and knowledge.

Course Fees

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

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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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