Work-Study Post-Diploma (Advanced Diploma in Applied Science and Engineering (Microelectronics and Materials))

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Work-Study Post-Diploma (Advanced Diploma in Applied Science and Engineering (Microelectronics and Materials))

Overview

Course Date:
14 Oct 2024 to 13 Oct 2025
Registration Period:
01 Jun 2024 to 14 Sep 2024
Duration/Frequency:
660 hours (1.5 years)
Mode of Training:
Facilitated Learning (Face-to-Face/ Online Synchronous/ Asynchronous) conducted by SP and 180 hours of structured On-the-Job Training (OJT) with participating company.
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic (facilitated classroom training) and participating company (on-the-job training).
Funding:
Other funding

Work-Study Post-Diploma (Advanced Diploma in Applied Science and Engineering (Microelectronics and Materials))(WSP-NAASE) is a new proposed SkillsFuture Work-Study Programme with a focus in three (3) domains of specialisation in;

(a) advanced materials for performance,
(b) technology and product development, as well as
(c) microelectronics applications.

The programme consists of 18-month On-the-Job training (OJT) that provides diploma graduates a head start in their career supported by the company with workplace learning and development.

Only applicants who are shortlisted by SP and participating companies will be notified to attend interviews. Successful applicants employed by the participating companies will be placed under the programme.

For interested participating companies, please click here to submit your participation form.

For course specific details, please contact the course manager:
Name: Ng Su Xiu
Email: ng_suxiu@sp.edu.sg

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

Course Objective

The course objectives of WSP-NAASE are as follows:

(a) Provide participants with broad-based science and engineering training emphasising on concepts and applications of advanced materials within the pillar of specialty chemicals and microelectronics industry. This will include concepts and principles of encapsulation, environmental sustainability, formulation design, materials’ performance evaluation, 3D printing technology, product development, microelectronics process and nanofabrication, IC (Integrated circuit) reliability methodologies and failure analysis tools.

(b) Equip participants with essential laboratory skills in formulations as well as performance evaluation of advanced materials.

Course Outline

Semester 1
PDC in Advanced Materials for Performance

Functional Materials
Environmental Sustainability and Materials
Materials Characterisation
Practicum I

Semester 2
PDC in Advanced Materials for Technology and Product Development

3D Printing Technology
Product Formulation
Product Innovation
Practicum II

Semester 3
PDC in Advanced Materials for Microelectronics Applications

Semiconductor Essentials
Microelectronics Process and Nanofabrication
IC Reliability and Failure Analysis
Practicum III

Please click here for the module synopsis.

Past/ Current Participating Companies
- STMICROELECTRONICS PTE LTD
- APPLIED ANGSTROM TECHNOLOGY PTE LTD
- NANOLUMI PTE LTD

Minimum Requirements

The participant shall be Singapore Citizens (“SC”) or Singapore Permanent Residents (“PR”).
The participant shall be a fresh graduate from one of the following diploma courses offered by local polytechnics:
- Diploma in Applied Chemistry (SP/NYP/RP)
- Diploma in Perfumery & Cosmetic Science (SP)
- Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (SP/RP)
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (SP/NP)
- Diploma in Mechatronics & Robotics (SP)
- Diploma in Aerospace Electronics (SP/TP)
- Diploma in Engineering Science (NP)
- Diploma in Automation & Mechatronic Systems (NP)
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering (NP)
- Diploma in Advanced & Digital Manufacturing (NYP)
- Diploma in Nanotechnology & Materials Science (NYP)
- Diploma in Robotics & Mechatronics (NYP)
- Diploma in Electronics (TP)
- Diploma in Mechatronics (TP)
The participant shall be within 36 months after their graduation from the PSEI (graduation date as stated on the Diploma). For male participants who need to serve National Service, the 36-month period will start from the Operationally Ready Date (“ORD”).
SP will evaluate the following applications on a case-by-case basis:
- Polytechnic graduates from other Diploma courses
- Polytechnic/ITE graduations from other Diploma courses
- Individuals who have graduated more than 36 months but within 5 years from the PSEI (graduation date stated on the Diploma) or ORD

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Participating Companies:

Advanced Micro Foundry
UMC Singapore Branch
Micron Technology
Ikeda Group Pte Ltd
Globalfoundries
STMicroelectronics

Certification / Accreditation

Work-Study Post-Diploma (Advanced Diploma in Applied Science and Engineering (Microelectronics and Materials) awarded by Singapore Polytechnic (SP)

Suitable for

Fresh graduates with a full-time Polytechnic Diploma from the relevant fields who wish to deepen their technical skills in the specialty chemicals or microelectronics industry via on-the-job training (OJT) at participating companies as full time employees in parallel with classroom learning and facilitation at Singapore Polytechnic.

Course Fees

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

Application Procedure

1. Apply for WSP by completing the form which is accessible with your SingPass.

2. Eligible applicants will be notified by SP.

3. Your application does not guarantee acceptance into the course. Your acceptance into the course is dependent on meeting the course requirements and course vacancy.

4. PACE Academy course schedules, including course trainer, course fees and course availability are subject to change.

5. PACE Academy reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course at short notice; & at its absolute discretion without assigning any reason for such cancellation/postponements. In the event that the applicant’s chosen course is cancelled prior to its commencement, PACE Academy will make a full refund of course fees already paid by the applicant.

6. The data provided to Singapore Polytechnic will be kept strictly confidential and will be used for the purpose of course administration. The data may be passed on to the relevant organisations that require the information related to the course.