National Institute of Technical Education Certificate (Nitec) in Technology Electronics (Comput

Course details

Module 1: Electronic Principles and Measurements (EPM)

Module Objectives:
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the basic principles of electronics to connect and test electrical circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype electronic project on printed board.

Module 2: Digital Electronics (DE)

Module Objectives:
On completion of the module, students should be able to design, build and test basic digital circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype digital electronic projects.

Module 3: Analogue Electronics (AE)

Module Objectives:
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret, construct, test and troubleshoot analogue electronic circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype analogue electronic projects.

Module 4: Networking Devices and Applications (NDA)

Module Objectives:
On completion of the module, students should be able to assemble, set up and test a computer system. They should also be able to connect, configure and test the Ethernet modules in a wired local area network.

Module 5: Wireless Network and Services (WNS)

Module Objectives:
On completion of the module, students should be able to configure a computer system to connect to
a wireless local area network, and to secure a wireless network.

Entry Requirements:

3 GCE 'N' (Grades 1-5) passes in Mathematics or Science and two other subjects; or

2 GCE 'O' (Grade 1-8) in any 2 subjects; or

Passed ISC/CoC in Electronics Manufacturing; or

Passed ISC/CoC in Wafer Fabrication; or

Employability Skills System (ESS) with L5 in Literacy (Reading), L5 in Literacy (Listening) and L5 in Numeracy; or

Entrance test conducted by ITE.

Applicant should be free from colour appreciation deficiency.

Frequency:

Every January and July (for public exams) intake, or at other times based on the schedule of the company for customised training. 8 hours per week either once or twice a week.

Training Medium:

This course can be conducted in either English or Mandarin.

Training Methodology:

This course is delivered through lectures, E-learning, tutorials and hands-on practical activities.

Essential Requirement:

Scientific Calculator: CASIO FX-570MS / CASIO FX-991MS / SHARP EL-506W / SHARP EL-520W
Examination:

A student must achieve at least 80% of the total possible attendance in that module in order to be eligible for the end of module examination. Medical leave and approved absence are not counted against a student when the attendance requirement is computed.

Certification:

Module Certificate(s) for Nitec course of study will be awarded for the module(s) that a student passed in the examination series.

To obtain the full certification and an academic transcript of Nitec in Technology Electronics (Computer & Networking), student needs to accumulate at least 35 credits within 6 years from the first examination.

Credits for Certification

From Core Modules 35

Total: 35

Career Prospect:

Most students of ELITC are employed in the electronics manufacturing workforce. Students who graduate and obtain the full Nitec Certificate in Technology Electronics (Computer & Networking) have more opportunities to advance their career to supervisory positions. Moreover, their knowledge and skills can help to add value to their organisation.

Some of the job titles held by Nitec in Technology - Electronics (Computer & Networking) graduates include:

Computer Systems Technician

Electronics Servicing Technician

Electronics Production Technician

Electronics Maintenance Technician