Diploma in Engineering (Computer Network & Systems)

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Diploma in Engineering (Computer Network & Systems)

Overview

Course Date:
15 Apr 2024 to 30 Sep 2026
Registration Period:
21 Dec 2023 to 29 Feb 2024
Time:
12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
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

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.

Course Objective

This course aims to equip students with good working knowledge and skills required for the deployment, operation and support of computer networks infrastructure, info-comm services, computer/embedded systems and IoT systems. The modules have been carefully selected to address the necessary skills and knowledge required by a person who aspires career advancement in IT networks and systems industry.

Course Outline

The course consists of 15 modules conducted over five semesters within 2.5 years on a part-time basis. Classes will be conducted in three evenings per week for 15 weeks each semester.

This course consists of 5 Modular Certificates (MC). Each MC will consist of 3 modules and the details are as follows:

MC 1 Computer Programming and Networks

Module 1 – Digital Principles

Module 2 – Structured Programming

Module 3 – Network Fundamentals

MC 2 Computer Networking

Module 1 – LAN Switching and Wireless

Module 2 – Computer Networking

Module 3 – Wide Area Network

MC 3 Computer Applications

Module 1 – Microcontroller Applications

Module 2 – Object Oriented Programming

Module 3 – Computer Architecture

MC 4 Info-comm Services

Module 1 – Client-Server Applications Development

Module 2 – Cloud Computing Services

Module 3 – Server Management

MC 5 Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies

Module 1 – IoT System Design

Module 2 – Data Analytics

Module 3 – Mobile Applications Development

Please click here for Module Synopsis

DECNS_Module Synopses.pdf

Minimum Requirements

Applicants with any of the following qualifications are invited to apply for the diploma:

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. Science can be one of the following subjects:

Biology
Chemistry
Combined Science
Design & Technology
Electricity & Electronics
Fundamentals of Electronics
Integrated Science/Additional Combined Science
Physical Science
Physics/Engineering Science
Science (Chemistry, Biology)
Science (Physics, Biology)
Science (Physics, Chemistry)
Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

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

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

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

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

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

OR
g) Higher Nitec in Technology with GPA >=2.0 in an engineering or information technology discipline and with 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 all five Modular Certificates within a five-year validity period, the participant will be conferred a Diploma qualification from Singapore Polytechnic.

Suitable for

Course Fees

The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.

Applicants/Eligibility	Certificate in Computer Programming & Networks	Certificate in Computer Networking	Certificate in Computer Applications	Certificate in Info-Comm Services	Certificate in Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies
Singapore Citizens aged below 40	$573.89	$529.74	$529.74	$529.74	$573.89
Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above	$382.59	$353.16	$353.16	$353.16	$382.59
Singapore PR	$1,636.64	$1,510.74	$1,510.74	$1,510.74	$1,636.64
SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens	$398.39	$367.74	$367.74	$367.74	$398.39
SME-sponsored Permanent Residents	$486.14	$448.74	$448.74	$448.74	$486.14
Others / Repeat Students	$4,080.96	$3,767.04	$3,767.04	$3,767.04	$4,080.96

*SC - Singapore citizen ** PR - Permanent resident

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Funding and Enhanced Training Support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). For details, please refer to here.

Other Fees Payable:

Other Fees Payable
(Incl. GST)

SINGAPORE CITIZENS

SINGAPORE PR AND OTHERS

Examination Fee

$16.35

Miscellaneous Fee

$7.63

Statutory Licence Fee (CLASS)

$1.02

Insurance Fee (GPA)

$2.29

- The fees shown are indicative as they are based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review.

- Post Diploma Module Certificate fee is payable on a semester basis.

Refund Policy:
- Withdraw within 2 weeks before semester commencement, 50% refund of paid course fee.
- Withdraw on or after date of semester commencement, no refund of paid course fee.

Please note that other fees paid are non-refundable.

Application Procedure

1. For self-sponsored applicants, please click on the “Register” button to apply for the course. You will be directed to Skills Training & Enhancement Portal (STEP), the official portal to manage all your course activities. Please note that you will be prompted to sign in with Singpass/Student ID.

2. For company-sponsored applicants, please approach your company's Human Resource (HR) team to put in the application through the company portal using CorpPass at STEP (polite.edu.sg). You may only apply after receiving the registration link from your company's HR.

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. Non‐Singaporeans must possess a valid Employment Pass / Work Permit / Dependant Pass throughout the course duration. You would need to bear the full risk of non-completion should your pass expire and subsequently lapse within the duration of the course.

5. You will be notified by email on the application outcome 6 weeks after the application’s closing date.

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

7. 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.

8. 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.