Diploma in Automation & Mechatronic Systems (N50)

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Diploma in Automation & Mechatronic Systems (N50)

Introduction

Career prospects

Further studies

Entry requirements

Course structure

Giving you that something xtra

Learn how to combine mechanics, electronics and programming to create “smart products”
Explore careers in varied fields ranging from aerospace to the marine, healthcare, surgical and consumer product industries
A Minor in Business Management offers more exciting career and degree opportunities

About the Diploma

A bionic arm, a self-navigating submarine and an aeroplane

Bet you never knew that all these depend on the power of automation technology to function. In fact, almost every modern industry – from consumer products to marine and aerospace – is driven by this discipline.

So if you'd like to design and engineer the next generation of computer-controlled "smart" machines, then the Diploma in Automation & Mechatraonic Systems (AMS) is for you.

You will learn to develop high-tech solutions using automation and mechatronic technology for consumer products and industrial applications.

In your third year, you can choose to go on a local or overseas internship with companies such as ST Kinetics and the Data Storage Institute of Singapore. Alternatively, you can opt to take on a final-year project.

Minor in Business Management
Delivered by Ngee Ann’s School of Business & Accountancy – the most established polytechnic business school – these business modules will equip you with what you need to be an entrepreneur, manager or marketing guru. Paired with your strong foundation in engineering, this optional minor will ensure that you enjoy a far wider range of exciting career and degree opportunities!

Career Prospects

As a designer and engineer of automation systems, you will be able to make a difference in every possible industry. You can be involved in the design, development and manufacturing of “intelligent” products and systems.

You can also find jobs related to process development, process automation, engineering tests, as well as maintaining and operating high-tech equipment and facilities.

Further Studies

One great thing about the AMS curriculum is that you will be better prepared for further studies in mechanical, electrical or electronic engineering at both local and overseas universities.

Nanyang Technological University
- Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace, Electrical & Electronic, Computer, Mechanical or Materials Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, Information Engineering & Media, or Bioengineering
National University of Singapore
- Bachelor of Engineering in Computer, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Singapore Institute of Technology & the University of Glasgow (UK)
- Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Engineering Design
- Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechatronics
University of Manchester (UK)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
University of Sheffield (UK)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics or Systems & Control Engineering
University of New South Wales (Australia)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
Monash University (Australia)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering or IT & Systems

You can also apply for non-engineering degree courses. The Minor in Business Management will give you a head-start when applying for such courses.

Here are more details on the degree options and advanced standing at the universities - locally and overseas.

Specialisations in

•	Aerospace Systems
•	Marine & Offshore Systems


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Entry Requirements

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.

Subject

'O' Level Grade

English	1–7 **
Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)	1–6
Science (with Physics, Chemistry or Biology component) or Computer Studies or Design & Technology or Fundamentals of Electronics	1–6

You must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements.

** Candidates with English as a second language must have attained a minimum grade of 6.

Candidates with hearing deficiency or severe vision deficiency should not apply for the course. Those with colour appreciation deficiency may be considered, subject to an in-house test.

Course Structure

First-Year Modules

Second-Year Modules

Final-Year Modules

Level 1.1

·	Engineering Mathematics 1

·	Electrical Technology

·	Computer Programming

·	Engineering Mechanics

·	Engineering: A Creative Profession

·	Sports & Wellness ^

·	Idea Jumpstart ^

Level 1.2

·	Engineering Mathematics 2

·	Electronics Technology

·	Engineering Materials

·	Manufacturing Technology & Practice

·	Automation in a Mechatronic World

·	Communication & Contemporary Issues ^

Level 2.1

·	Engineering Mathematics 3B

·	Thermodynamics

·	Fluid Mechanics

·	Engineering Design

·	Mechanical Drawing & CAD

·	Idea Blueprint ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Level 2.2

·	Strength of Materials

·	Applied Mechanics

·	Microcontroller & Interfacing

·	Industrial Automation

·	Idea Launchpad ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Internship Option

Level 3.1

·	Option Modules

·	Systems Modelling & Control

·	Automation Systems Integration

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Level 3.2

·	Six-month Internship

Non-Internship Option

Level 3.1

·	Option Modules

·	Supervisory Management

·	Project Design & Development 1

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Level 3.2

·	Project Design & Development 2

·	Systems Modelling & Control

·	Emerging Mechatronic Technologies

·	Automation Systems Integration

^ Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules at Ngee Ann help students become more versatile and competitive by expanding their knowledge and skills beyond their core disciplines. Areas covered include communication, entrepreneurship, lifeskills, media and the arts, and science and technology.

Course Structure with minor in Business Management

First-Year Modules

Second-Year Modules

Final-Year Modules

Level 1.1

·	Engineering Mathematics 1

·	Electrical Technology

·	Computer Programming

·	Engineering Mechanics

·	Engineering: A Creative Profession

·	Sports & Wellness ^

·	Idea Jumpstart ^

Level 1.2

·	Engineering Mathematics 2

·	Electronics Technology

·	Engineering Materials

·	Manufacturing Technology & Practice

·	Automation in the Mechatronic World

·	Communication & Contemporary Issues ^

Level 2.1

·	Engineering Mathematics 3B

·	Thermodynamics

·	Fluid Mechanics

·	Mechanical Drawing & CAD

·	Marketing Fundamentals

·	Business and the Economy ^

·	Idea Blueprint ^

Level 2.2

·	Strength of Materials

·	Applied Mechanics

·	Microcontroller & Interfacing

·	Industrial Automation

·	Fundamentals of Financial Management

·	Effective People Management ^

·	Idea Launchpad ^

Level 3.1

Internship

·	Engineering Design

·	Automation Systems Integration

·	Starting and Managing an Enterprise

·	Business Elective

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Non-internship

·	Engineering Design

·	Project Design and Business Application 1

·	Starting and Managing an Enterprise

·	Business Elective

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) module ^

Level 3.2

Internship

·	Six-month Internship

Non-internship

·	Supervisory Management

·	System Modeling & Control

·	Automation Systems Integration

·	Project Design and Business Application 2

^	For more details on Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules, please log on to www.np.edu.sg/is/.

Diploma Plus Programme

Students can opt to take additional modules from a wide range of clusters under the Diploma Plus Programme (DDP) to further enhance and/or broaden their knowledge in a variety of discipline specific areas based on their interests and learning abilities. The Diploma Plus Certificate helps students if they wish to pursue a university degree or increase their employability in discipline-specific areas.

Students can choose the DPP clusters from the range listed below. The offer of a DPP cluster is subject to the condition that the minimum class size is met and based on available vacancies.

Engineering Clusters

Non-Engineering Clusters

·	Advanced Engineering Mathematics *

·	Aerospace Design

·	Applied Physics *

·	Computer-Aided Design Skills

·	Mechatronics Application Skills

·	Workplace Safety & Health

·	Economics & Financial Applications ^

·	Leisure & Retail Management

* The syllabus is based on the ‘A’ Level H2 Pure Mathematics syllabus. In consultation with NUS, NP graduates who have successfully completed the revised CAEM will be granted exemption from the NUS’ MA1301 Proficiency Test.

^ DPP cluster will not be offered to students taking the Minor in Business Management

Engineering students can also pursue Diploma Plus Certificates in Business, Innovation Management and Languages (Japanese).

Introduction

Career prospects

Further studies

Entry requirements

Course structure

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