Introduction
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.
Besides transforming our country into a “Smart Nation”, Singapore has also embraced Industry 4.0 (referred to as “Advanced Manufacturing” in Singapore), and is moving its industrial base up the value chain to strengthen its position as the leading industrial hub for companies worldwide. Advanced Manufacturing technologies are redefining manufacturing on a global scale. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Automation are two main sectors to develop for smart factory with computer network and systems.
To meet this increasing demand for IT Network and System engineers, the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering offers the Diploma in Engineering (Computer Network and Systems), abbreviated as DECNS. This course covers the essential technical skills in supporting the “Smart Nation” and “Advanced Manufacturing” drives of Singapore. This part-time evening course can be completed in 2.5 years.
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Course Objectives
This course aims to equip students with good working knowledge and skills required for the deployment, operation and support of computer networks infrastructure, development of info-comm services, computer/embedded systems and IoT systems. The modules have been carefully selected to cover the technical skills and knowledge highly in-demand for career in IT networks and systems industry.
Suitable for
This course is specially designed for engineers, assistant engineers, technicians, technical supervisors and other personnel, who are seeking to better prepare themselves with the necessary technical skills and knowledge in managing IT network and developing computer systems. This course is also suitable for people who intend to make a conversion to these technical areas in their career pursuit. With the skills and knowledge gained from this course, you will be able to take on the challenges in the IT industry.
Minimum Entry 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 3 years 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:
o Biology
o Chemistry
o Combined Science
o Design & Technology
o Electricity & Electronics
o Fundamentals of Electronics
o Integrated Science/Additional Combined Science
o Physical Science
o Physics/Engineering Science
o Science (Chemistry, Biology)
o Science (Physics, Biology)
o Science (Physics, Chemistry)
o Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
OR
b) Nitec or Nitec in Technology with GPA ≥ 3.5 in an engineering or information technology discipline and with at least 2 years of relevant working experience.
OR
c) Higher Nitec or Higher Nitec in Technology in an engineering or information technology discipline with at least 1 year of relevant working experience.
OR
d) Relevant WSQ Diploma qualification or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant working experience and WPLN at Level ≥ 6 for English and Mathematics.
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.
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 a 3 modules and the details are as follows:
MC 1 Computer Programming & 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 Interfacing
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 here for Module Synopsis
Award / 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.