Singapore Polytechnic students get hands-on learning opportunities with Super Puma helicopter

25 Sep 2024

The Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering and Aerospace Electronics students at SP will get hands-on learning experience working with a military-grade Super Puma helicopter, donated by the RSAF. Super Puma helicopters have been employed for various purposes such as troop lifts and search-and-rescue missions. A fully functional AS332 Super Puma is now housed inside SP, as part of an agreement signed with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) on Monday, 23 September. Final-year Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering student Michelle Weng said it is easier to understand concepts through hands-on practices. Second-year Diploma in Aerospace Electronics student Hazirah Jaffar said the UH-1 Iroquois gave hands-on learners like her a clearer understanding of how to perform insulation and continuity checks on the various components. “Practical training was essential for mastering this skill,” she said. “Without it, I would likely be confused about what to do.” SP said it will continue to upgrade its equipment to help students stay ahead of the curve. "As an educational institution, we also have to move with technology. This aircraft will help to move and upgrade our modules,” said Mr Liew Hui Sing, an aeronautical and aerospace specialist at the polytechnic. He noted that SP's aeronautical engineering and aerospace electronic graduates are in demand in the workforce. He added that they can also move up the career ladder by securing jobs in areas like project management.

[Channel News Asia]