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Specialist Diploma in Robotics and Automation (Smart Intelligence)

Specialist Diploma in Robotics and Automation (Smart Intelligence)

Topic:Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (AI), Engineering, Others

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

Overview

Course Date:
21 Apr 2025 to 31 Mar 2026
Registration Period:
01 Dec 2024 to 16 Mar 2025
Duration/Frequency:
2 evenings per week, 6:30-10:30pm
Mode of Training:
Classroom
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic
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:
2 evenings per week (6:30 pm - 10:30 pm)
(to be confirmed closer to the course commencement)

Course Duration:
240 hours (1 year)

Modular Certificate to start with:
PDC 1

Please refer to Academic Calendar.

Enquiries

For course specific details, please contact the course manager: 

Name: Dr Yang Zhizong 

Email: yang_zhizong@sp.edu.sg 

Contact No: 68704893 

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

Course Objective

The course aims to equip trainees with the following critical knowledge and skills in Robotics & Automation:

To provide trainees with hands-on practical experience in Robotics & Automation fundamentals.
To provide trainees with knowledge and skills in AI, Internet-of Things (IoTs), Machine Learning (ML) & Cloud Analytics in developing Intelligent Robotics applications.

Course Outline

PDC 1 Certificate in Automation
Module 1 - Industrial Automation System
Module 2 - PLC with Cloud Analytics

PDC 2 Certificate in Intelligent Robotics
Module 3 - Robotics & Smart Sensing
Module 4 - Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence for Automation

Please click here for Module Synopsis

Testimonials

"This course has taught me important knowledge and hands-on skills in automation and robotics, including new developments in AI and communication. The lecturers are very supportive and explain things clearly, making it easy to understand. I now feel more capable and ready to take on challenges in this area."

Zaw Win Maung

Specialist Diploma in Robotics & Automation (Smart Intelligence)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have a Polytechnic Diploma/Degree in engineering/technology. Preference will be given to those with 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 evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or 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 two Certificates within a two-year validity period, the participant will be conferred a Specialist Diploma qualification from Singapore Polytechnic.

Suitable for

This course is suitable for working adults in the automation and control industry who wish to pick up specialised skills and knowledge in robotics, PLC, smart-sensing, machine learning and AI application in automation.