WHAT YOU'LL STUDY

Biochemistry & Cell Biology

Provide essential knowledge in biochemistry and cell biology for the application in biomedical, food and biologics industry. Fundamental concepts in the Cell, biomolecules and energy will be introduced with real-world contexts to illustrate concepts taught and their applications.

Microbiology & Genetics

Provide essential knowledge of microbiology and genetics for the applications in biomedical, food and biologics industry. Fundamental concepts in Microbiology, genetics, evolution and inheritance will be introduced with hands on session to illustrate concepts taught and their applications.

Chemistry I

Upon completion of this module, students will develop an in-depth understanding of the electronic structure of atoms and its basis for the study of chemical bonding. Students will learn to apply the VSEPR model to visualise three dimensional structure of molecules and determine the possible types of interactions to explain the physical and chemical properties of matter. They will also learn the structure and bonding of matter and be able to predict trends in the properties of matter and its reaction. This will enable students to apply the fundamental ideas of conservations of matter and energy in stoichiometry and thermochemistry. The module also aims to equip students with the analytical and observation skills and techniques critical for working in a chemical laboratory by exposing them to a range of experimental techniques in the areas of titration, thermochemistry and qualitative inorganic analysis.

Chemistry II

Upon completion of this module, students will develop a basic understanding that changes in matter involved the study of its feasibility due to kinetics and thermodynamics consideration and extent of change. The qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical kinetics are introduced to students and this will form the basis for the study of chemical equilibrium, including chemical equilibria in aqueous media involving acids and bases. Topics in organic chemistry will introduce students to basic concepts on how simple molecules can be constructed and applied to organic reaction transformations and functional group interconversion. This provides students the opportunity to apply their knowledge on structure and bonding to understand the structure and reactivity of organic molecules. The module also aims to equip students with the analytical and observation skills critical for working in a chemical laboratory by exposing them to a range of experimental skills and techniques in the areas of reaction kinetics, simple organic synthesis and purification and qualitative organic analysis.

Instrumental Analysis

Provides basic practical laboratory skills and theoretical knowledge to analyse the contents of chemical compounds using various forms of spectroscopy and chromatography. Sampling and solvent extraction used in analyses are also covered in this module.

Chemical Safety and Biosafety

This module aims to provide learners with knowledge and skills on risk assessment, handling of biohazardous materials and chemicals, decontamination, storage and disposal of biohazardous waste and chemical waste. Laboratory design, standard safe practices, containment equipment and personal protective equipment appropriate for each biosafety level and routes of transmission of biological agents in laboratories are covered.

Scientific Applications

This module aims to provide students with an overview as well as insights into the applications of science in day-to-day life, covering areas such as flavour and fragrances, materials and food science. Designed as an active learning module, students will explore and relate fundamental scientific principles to practices in the various industries as well as their course of study.

Process Principles

Industrial processing plays a critical role in turning raw materials into higher value products with extended shelf lives, increased variety and enhanced quality. This module introduces processes and focusses on unit conversions, material balance, liquid transport and related engineering concepts so that students understand how these relate to effective design and management of various stages of processing.

Communicating for Project (Proposal) Effectiveness

Aims to equip students with the skills to articulate and communicate ideas persuasively, and to work effectively in teams. They will be taught to pitch ideas or concepts and to write proposals to an intended audience.

Critical and Analytical Thinking

This module aims to equip students with skills in critical and analytical thinking, which includes the ability to evaluate different perspectives, articulate a point of view and support it with relevant and credible evidence. The module also provides students with opportunities to practise information literacy, and critical and analytical thinking through the exploration of contemporary local and global issues.

Narrative Thinking

This module aims to equip students with the skills to critically evaluate the elements of narratives used in a variety of contexts, and to appreciate and harness the power of storytelling in our daily life. Students will analyse narratives to connect and contextualise self to society, and learn to craft impactful personal narratives to inspire or influence others.

Basic Mathematics

Equips students with basic mathematical knowledge and skills in algebra, trigonometry and calculus to enable them to understand and solve engineering problems encountered in their course of studies. It also serves as a foundation for further mathematics in the subsequent modules. Students also learn how to use mathematical software.

Engineering Mathematics

Equips students with the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills to solve problems encountered in their course of study. It also serves as a foundation for more advanced mathematics in the second year. Topics include trigonometry, determinants, matrices, complex numbers and calculus.

Education and Career Guidance 1: Personal Development

This module aims to help you discover your strengths, values and interests. It also supports you in making informed educational and career choices to achieve your career aspirations.

Elective 1

Project

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge & skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is placed on independent-learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Flow Cytometry & Microscopy

Introduces the principles and application of flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. Students will be exposed to current flow cytometry and confocal microscopy platforms for applied research.

Immunology

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

Molecular Techniques

This module aims to offer the knowledge and practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques for biomedical diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills and molecular techniques for biomedical research, cancer monitoring and diseases diagnosis. This module also build upon students’ basic knowledge in cell and molecular genetics, by providing extensive hands-on experience from basic cell culture techniques to key techniques used in molecular biology & genetics analysis. In addition to mastering current molecular techniques, students will learn about important current methodologies in molecular biology such as next generation sequencing (NGS) etc.

Physiology

This module is designed to introduce the students to the structure and function of the various organs and systems of the human body. The students are given an overview of basic concepts in human physiology in relation to the gross and microscopic anatomical structures of organs. Knowledge gained from this module is particularly relevant to other modules in life sciences like immunology, haematology and pathology.

Histological Techniques in Pathology

This module is designed to relate closely with the workflow in the histopathology laboratory and meet the standards and requirements of the industry, mainly private and hospital medical laboratories. At the end of the module, the students will be equipped with common and relevant technical skills in the area of histology, including fixation, tissue processing, embedding, frozen sections, microtomy, H&E stain, special stains and immunohistochemistry, backing up by a strong theoretical background. Students will also gain an understanding in the diagnostic application of these histological techniques and relate them to the pathological basis of various human diseases such as neoplastic disease, kidney disease and infectious disease.

Haematology

This module aims to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to perform routine laboratory investigations in haematology. They will also learn to interpret and relate haematology results to various haematological diseases for diagnosis and treatment.

Clinical Chemistry

This module provides students with the underlying principles and practical skills in clinical chemistry. With relevant clinical information, the module covers the range of tests usually provided in routine screening and investigation procedures. The importance of good laboratory management and quality control procedures will also be taught with appropriate clinical vignettes.

Medical Microbiology

Provides an overview of the etiology, clinical features, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, epidemiology and control of the important bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens that are medically relevant or foodborne. The use of therapeutic agents and preventive strategies will be included. Newly emerging illnesses and their suspected etiological agents will also be discussed.

Chemistry III

Provides students with the fundamentals of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Topics include stereochemistry, chemical kinetics, substitution, addition and elimination reactions.

Communicating for Professional Effectiveness

We have introduced the Employability Skills (ES) WSQ Framework which aims to equip the workforce with generic and portable skills to adapt and be resilient to challenges posed by a globalised and dynamic working environment, into our curriculum. WSQ is a national credential system and more importantly, training programmes developed under the WSQ system are based on skills and competencies validated by employers, unions and professional bodies. Two ES WSQ modules which are aligned to and introduced in CPF include “Maintain Personal Presentation & Employability at Operations Level” and “Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self and Team at the Workplace”. In the first ES WSQ module, the learner will acquire knowledge and skills to identify jobs that match their interests, capabilities and qualifications, develop career planning skills and prepare resumes that are unique and customised for job requirements. In the second ES WSQ module, the learner will understand and be able to apply self-awareness techniques including applying emotional intelligence principles to manage oneself at the workplace. Students who are deemed competent through assessments, will be awarded SOA (e-certificate) for issued by SSG.

Social Innovation Project

This module aims to equip students with a Design Thinking mindset in a social innovation context. Students collaborate in multi-disciplinary groups to apply Design Thinking tools and methods to create innovative prototype solutions for local social issues. In the process, they will develop a better understanding of themselves, and empathy for a local community in need.

Education and Career Guidance 2: Career Development

This module aims to help you develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for work effectiveness.

Elective 2

Elective 3

Project

Enables students to apply & integrate the knowledge & skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is placed on independent-learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Blood Banking

Equips students with a critical appreciation of blood transfusion science and provide a broad background in both practical and theoretical aspects of this subject. Major topics will include the theoretical basis of blood transfusion, concepts in transfusion practice and clinical aspects of transfusion therapy. Organisation, management and quality control procedures will be included as appropriate together with practical experience.

Med Lab Science in Practice

This module aims to integrate core disciplines of medical laboratory sciences into clinical cases and expose students to various workplace matters encountered in the medical laboratory. Through collaborative learning and guidance by case facilitators, students take on different specialist role in medical diagnostic to decide on the possible diagnosis of the patient using laboratory data as well as to examine current issues faced by practitioners working in the laboratory.

Internship Programme

Internship forms the cornerstone of polytechnic education where our students obtain relevant professional industrial insights and skills. Furthermore, internship also serves as the key platform for our students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-life context, hone their practical skills and cultivate the right working attitude. The students will gain working experience in the hospital diagnostic laboratory, hospital research laboratories, key research institutes, universities (local and foreign), private diagnostic laboratories and private companies.

Flow Cytometry & Microscopy

Introduces the principles and application of flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. Students will be exposed to current flow cytometry and confocal microscopy platforms for applied research.

Immunology

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

Molecular Techniques

This module aims to offer the knowledge and practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques for biomedical diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills and molecular techniques for biomedical research, cancer monitoring and diseases diagnosis. This module also build upon students’ basic knowledge in cell and molecular genetics, by providing extensive hands-on experience from basic cell culture techniques to key techniques used in molecular biology & genetics analysis. In addition to mastering current molecular techniques, students will learn about important current methodologies in molecular biology such as next generation sequencing (NGS) etc.

Physiology

This module is designed to introduce the students to the structure and function of the various organs and systems of the human body. The students are given an overview of basic concepts in human physiology in relation to the gross and microscopic anatomical structures of organs. Knowledge gained from this module is particularly relevant to other modules in life sciences like immunology, haematology and pathology.

Histological Techniques in Pathology

This module is designed to relate closely with the workflow in the histopathology laboratory and meet the standards and requirements of the industry, mainly private and hospital medical laboratories. At the end of the module, the students will be equipped with common and relevant technical skills in the area of histology, including fixation, tissue processing, embedding, frozen sections, microtomy, H&E stain, special stains and immunohistochemistry, backing up by a strong theoretical background. Students will also gain an understanding in the diagnostic application of these histological techniques and relate them to the pathological basis of various human diseases such as neoplastic disease, kidney disease and infectious disease.

Haematology

This module aims to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to perform routine laboratory investigations in haematology. They will also learn to interpret and relate haematology results to various haematological diseases for diagnosis and treatment.

Clinical Chemistry

This module provides students with the underlying principles and practical skills in clinical chemistry. With relevant clinical information, the module covers the range of tests usually provided in routine screening and investigation procedures. The importance of good laboratory management and quality control procedures will also be taught with appropriate clinical vignettes.

Medical Microbiology

Provides an overview of the etiology, clinical features, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, epidemiology and control of the important bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens that are medically relevant or foodborne. The use of therapeutic agents and preventive strategies will be included. Newly emerging illnesses and their suspected etiological agents will also be discussed.

Chemistry III

Provides students with the fundamentals of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Topics include stereochemistry, chemical kinetics, substitution, addition and elimination reactions.

Communicating for Professional Effectiveness

We have introduced the Employability Skills (ES) WSQ Framework which aims to equip the workforce with generic and portable skills to adapt and be resilient to challenges posed by a globalised and dynamic working environment, into our curriculum. WSQ is a national credential system and more importantly, training programmes developed under the WSQ system are based on skills and competencies validated by employers, unions and professional bodies. Two ES WSQ modules which are aligned to and introduced in CPF include “Maintain Personal Presentation & Employability at Operations Level” and “Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self and Team at the Workplace”. In the first ES WSQ module, the learner will acquire knowledge and skills to identify jobs that match their interests, capabilities and qualifications, develop career planning skills and prepare resumes that are unique and customised for job requirements. In the second ES WSQ module, the learner will understand and be able to apply self-awareness techniques including applying emotional intelligence principles to manage oneself at the workplace. Students who are deemed competent through assessments, will be awarded SOA (e-certificate) for issued by SSG.

Social Innovation Project

This module aims to equip students with a Design Thinking mindset in a social innovation context. Students collaborate in multi-disciplinary groups to apply Design Thinking tools and methods to create innovative prototype solutions for local social issues. In the process, they will develop a better understanding of themselves, and empathy for a local community in need.

Education and Career Guidance 2: Career Development

This module aims to help you develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for work effectiveness.

Elective 2

Elective 3

Clinical Applications of Cardiac Drugs

Aims to provide students with an overview of the indication, adverse drug reaction and clinical application of commonly used cardiac medications. Students will also learn to perform calculations for the administration of medications. Commonly used medical abbreviation is also introduced in this module.

Applied Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology

Aims to provide students with a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology of the heart and the clinical relevance of this knowledge.

General Cardiology and Cardiac Disorders 1

Aims to provide students with definitions, etiologic evaluations, pathophysiology, clinical manifestation, risk factors, treatment, management and complications of various heart diseases.

Diagnostics and Intervention Cardiac Catheterisation

Aims to provide students an overview of diagnostic and interventional applications of cardiac catheterization. It looks at history, principles, indications, instrumentation techniques, equipment use and new developments of percutaneous coronary intervention and valvuloplasty.

General Cardiology and Cardiac Disorders 2

Covers definitions, etiological evaluations, pathophysiology, clinical manifestation, risk factors, treatment, management and complications of various heart diseases.

Echocardiography

Covers information on Conventional & Doppler Echocardiography imaging techniques and illustrations of how they are used in the diagnosis of selected diseases of the heart.

Electrophysiology and Pacemarkers

Covers basic knowledge in identifying arrhythmias, the fundamental concepts of electrophysiology studies and pacing .

ECG & Rhythm Disorders

Provides students with fundamental concepts of ECG interpretation & monitoring, as related to diagnosis of heart diseases & abnormalities. Also provides understanding of various rhythm abnormalities commonly encountered in clinical practice.

Clinical Attachment

Allows students to gain experience in a wide range of cardiology techniques in a hospital or healthcare environment. Professionalism, basic patient care, safety techniques and emergency procedures are emphasised in this attachment.

Project

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Flow Cytometry & Microscopy

Introduces the principles and application of flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. Students will be exposed to current flow cytometry and confocal microscopy platforms for applied research.

Bioprocessing and Biologics Technology

Introduces bioprocess principles used in large scale production of mammalian and microbial cultures, purification and analysis of biologics. Topics include cell growth kinetics, bioreactors, protein separation and purification techniques.

Current Good Manufacturing Practice and Validation

Immunology

Provides students with an overview of the fundamental concepts of immunology and its importance in clinical medicine. The key essential types and mechanisms of immunity response in defence and disease will be covered.

Molecular Techniques

This module aims to offer the knowledge and practical principles of molecular laboratory techniques for biomedical diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on acquiring competencies in fundamental practical skills and molecular techniques for biomedical research, cancer monitoring and diseases diagnosis. This module also build upon students’ basic knowledge in cell and molecular genetics, by providing extensive hands-on experience from basic cell culture techniques to key techniques used in molecular biology & genetics analysis. In addition to mastering current molecular techniques, students will learn about important current methodologies in molecular biology such as next generation sequencing (NGS) etc.

Physiology

This module is designed to introduce the students to the structure and function of the various organs and systems of the human body. The students are given an overview of basic concepts in human physiology in relation to the gross and microscopic anatomical structures of organs. Knowledge gained from this module is particularly relevant to other modules in life sciences like immunology, haematology and pathology.

Histological Techniques in Pathology

This module is designed to relate closely with the workflow in the histopathology laboratory and meet the standards and requirements of the industry, mainly private and hospital medical laboratories. At the end of the module, the students will be equipped with common and relevant technical skills in the area of histology, including fixation, tissue processing, embedding, frozen sections, microtomy, H&E stain, special stains and immunohistochemistry, backing up by a strong theoretical background. Students will also gain an understanding in the diagnostic application of these histological techniques and relate them to the pathological basis of various human diseases such as neoplastic disease, kidney disease and infectious disease.

Chemistry III

Provides students with the fundamentals of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. Topics include stereochemistry, chemical kinetics, substitution, addition and elimination reactions.

Communicating for Professional Effectiveness

We have introduced the Employability Skills (ES) WSQ Framework which aims to equip the workforce with generic and portable skills to adapt and be resilient to challenges posed by a globalised and dynamic working environment, into our curriculum. WSQ is a national credential system and more importantly, training programmes developed under the WSQ system are based on skills and competencies validated by employers, unions and professional bodies. Two ES WSQ modules which are aligned to and introduced in CPF include “Maintain Personal Presentation & Employability at Operations Level” and “Apply Emotional Competence to Manage Self and Team at the Workplace”. In the first ES WSQ module, the learner will acquire knowledge and skills to identify jobs that match their interests, capabilities and qualifications, develop career planning skills and prepare resumes that are unique and customised for job requirements. In the second ES WSQ module, the learner will understand and be able to apply self-awareness techniques including applying emotional intelligence principles to manage oneself at the workplace. Students who are deemed competent through assessments, will be awarded SOA (e-certificate) for issued by SSG.

Social Innovation Project

This module aims to equip students with a Design Thinking mindset in a social innovation context. Students collaborate in multi-disciplinary groups to apply Design Thinking tools and methods to create innovative prototype solutions for local social issues. In the process, they will develop a better understanding of themselves, and empathy for a local community in need.

Education and Career Guidance 2: Career Development

This module aims to help you develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed for work effectiveness.

Elective 2

Elective 3

Project

Enables students to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the Biomedical Science course in a research and development project. Emphasis is on independent learning, effective teamwork, problem-solving skills and communication skills in the process.

Health, Safety and Environmental Management

Provides students with the principles and methodology of risk assessment so that they can identify hazards and risks, implement and propose risk control measures taking into consideration relevant legislations, standards and guidelines. Students are also able to apply and comply with safe work procedures at potentially dangerous environments or a clean room, follow chemical safety procedures and interpret Safety Data Sheets.

Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering

The upstream considerations and techniques in biologics production such as vector selection, transfection, proliferation and differentiation of cells and cell growth in bioreactors will be covered.

Internship Programme

Internship forms the cornerstone of polytechnic education where our students obtain relevant professional industrial insights and skills. Furthermore, internship also serves as the key platform for our students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-life context, hone their practical skills and cultivate the right working attitude. The students will gain working experience in the hospital diagnostic laboratory, hospital research laboratories, key research institutes, universities (local and foreign), private diagnostic laboratories and private companies.