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Introduction

Career prospects

Further studies

Entry requirements

Course structure

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Introduction

500 miles – the distance from Singapore to Ipoh. Also, the length of wiring it takes to connect all the electrical parts of the Airbus A380 super jumbo jet.

Now imagine a future where your job, as a licensed aircraft maintenance engineer for a leading airline, is to keep these aviation electronics (avionics) 100 per cent ready for take off. How is this possible? Let our Diploma in Aerospace Electronics (AE) show you the way.

Our curriculum prepares you for this exciting growth industry, by offering a broad-based foundation with basic aircraft-related modules like the Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology. It not only covers maintenance and repair, but offers broad-based aircraft related modules like Avionics Systems and specialised modules like Aircraft Navigation & Communication Systems, and Aircraft Electrical & Instrumentation Systems.

This three-year course is designed to align with the Singapore Airworthiness Requirements (SAR) as set out by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. With this diploma, you can be exempted from most of the 12 SAR avionics papers and become a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with further training in the aerospace industry.

Apply your knowledge and learn with our six-month attachment programme. You could work with aerospace industry leaders like ST Aerospace, Republic of Singapore Air Force, SIA Engineering, Eurocopter, Rockwell Collins and Honeywell.

Career Prospects

With over 100 aerospace companies employing more than 18,000 people in Singapore to serve regional and global markets, your career prospects are excellent.

By 2018, the aerospace industry is expected to create another 18,000 new jobs – one of which could be yours. With our AE diploma, you will be able to work as an aircraft maintenance engineer, participate in research and development, provide engineering support, or even enter sales and marketing.

Further Studies

You can pursue an Electrical or Electronic Engineering degree in local universities or an Avionics degree with overseas universities like the Queensland University of Technology, University of Glasgow, University of Bristol and Queen Mary University of London.

•	Course curriculum aligned with the Singapore Airworthiness Requirements, set by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
•	With further training in the aerospace industry, you enjoy possible exemption from most of the avionics papers to qualify as a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
•	Six-month work attachment to add value to your resume

Contact Us

Mr Yeo Chor Lee
Electronic & Computer Engineering Division
Blk 7, Level 5
Tel: 6460 6175
Fax: 6467 1730
Email: ycl2@np.edu.sg

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Toll free: 1800-4607333 (admission to full-time courses)
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Fax: 6468 3207
Website: www.np.edu.sg
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Entry Requirements

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

Subject	"O" Level Grade
English Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) Science (with Physics or Chemistry or Biology component) or Design & Technology	1-7** 1-6 1-6

The aggregate computation for selection is based on grades obtained for English, Mathematics, Science or Design & Technology and two other subjects.

** Candidates with English as a second language (EL2) must have attained a minimum grade of 6.

Candidates with hearing deficiency or severe vision deficiency including colour appreciation deficiency should not apply for the course.

Course Structure

First-Year Modules

Second-Year Modules

Final-Year Modules

Level 1.1

·	Electrical Technology

·	Engineering Mechanics

·	Engineering Mathematics 1

·	Computer Programming

·	Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology

·	Creativity & Applied Thinking Skills ^

·	Sports & Wellness ^

Level 1.2

·	Analogue Electronics

·	Digital Electronics

·	Engineering Mathematics 2

·	Electrical & Electronic Drawing & CAD

·	Avionics Systems

·	Individual & the Community ^

·	Communication Toolkit ^

·	Any 2 School of Engineering (SoE) elective modules (see table below) ¹

Level 2.1

·	Aircraft Maintenance Practices

·	Electronic Practical Skills

·	Analogue Circuit Design & Applications

·	Applications Programming

·	Engineering Mathematics 3A

·	Any 2 Interdisciplinary Studies modules ^

Level 2.2

·	Microcontroller Programming & Interfacing

·	Telecommunication Principles

·	Fundamentals of Control Systems

·	Aircraft Materials

·	Innovation & Enterprise in Action ^

Level 3.1

·	Aircraft Navigation & Communication Systems

·	Aircraft Electrical & Instrumentation Systems

·	Avionics Project Design

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Any 1 Interdisciplinary Studies module ^

·	Aircraft Navigation & Communication Systems

·	Embedded System Design

·	Project Design and Development 1

·	World Issues: A Singapore Perspective ^

·	Any 1 Interdisciplinary Studies module ^

Level 3.2

·	Industrial Attachment Programme

·	Aircraft Electrical & Instrumentation Systems

·	Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering

·	Project Design and Development 2

^ For more details on Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules, please refer to the IS website http://www.np.edu.sg/is

¹ Students take two elective modules to complete their diploma. Electives are chosen and customised from a wide range of clusters under the Engineering and Non-Engineering categories.

School of Engineering Elective Modules and Diploma Plus Programme

Students take two modules from a wide range of clusters under the engineering and non-engineering categories to complete their diploma. Furthermore, students can qualify for a diploma plus by simply topping up with two additional modules from the same cluster as one of the electives. 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 electives from the range listed in the table below.

Engineering Category

Non-Engineering Category

Other Available Diploma Plus Certificates

Advanced Engineering Mathematics Cluster

·	Algebra, Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry

·	Calculus I

·	Calculus II

·	Differential Equations and Applications

·	Matrix and Laplace Transform (CAEM4B)

Aerospace Electronics Cluster

·	Human Factors

·	Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology

·	Avionics Systems

·	Digital Communications

Applied Physics Cluster

·	Advanced Engineering Mathematics 1

·	Foundational Physics

·	Classical Physics

·	Modern Physics

Biomedical Engineering Cluster

·	Foundational Chemistry

·	Further Engineering Mathematics

·	Biomedical Signal Processing

·	Medical Imaging Technology

Computer & Communication Systems Cluster

·	Operating Systems & Networking

·	Computer Control & Automation

·	Internet Technology

·	Digital Audio & Video Technology

·	Digital Communication Systems & Techniques

·	Communication Systems & Applications

Industrial Control Cluster

·	Electrical Control and Wiring

·	Control Circuit Design & Troubleshooting

·	Advanced Programming for Programmable Logic Controller

Industrial Electronics Cluster

·	Fundamentals of Industrial Electronics (FIE)

·	Industrial Electronics Technology (IET)

·	Advanced Industrial Electronics (AIE)

Information Technology Cluster

·	Workstation Hardware & Software (WHS)

·	Windows System Administration (WSA)

·	Linux System Administration (LSA)

Mechanical Technology Cluster

·	Applied Engineering Mathematics

·	Applied Engineering Mechanics

·	Applied Mechanics of Materials

·	Applied Thermofluids

Microelectronics Cluster

·	Microchip Technology

IC Layout

·	Microelectronic Manufacturing & Assembly

Network Systems & Security Cluster

·	Internetworking Project Design

·	Remote Access Networks

·	Optimising Converged Networks

Telecommunication Distribution Technology Cluster

·	Structured Cabling System 1 – Connectorisation and Installation

·	Structured Cabling System 2 – Testing and Trouble-Shooting Techniques for Structured Cabling System

·	Structured Cabling System 3 – Design for Structured Cabling System

Economics & Financial Applications Cluster

Economics

·	Engineering Economics

·	Business Finance

Green Development Cluster

·	Environmental Studies

·	Gardens Design & Park Management

·	Sustainable Design & Development

·	Water Demand Management

·	Solid & Hazardous Waste Management

·	Water & Marine Pollution

Leisure and Retail Management Cluster

·	Environmental Studies

·	Retail Management

·	Hospitality Management

·	Space Modeling

·	Hotel & Recreation Facilities

·	Healthcare & Business Park Facilities

Business

·	Innovation Management

·	Languages (Japanese)

IS Modules

The School of Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) delivers the interdisciplinary curriculum under the Ngee Ann Learning Model (NLM). The NLM was introduced in 2001 to nurture a new generation of professionals with multidisciplinary skills to meet the challenges of a knowledge-based economy. The NLM incorporates core disciplines and Interdisciplinary Studies. It also nurtures innovative and entrepreneurial traits through the Innovation & Enterprise in Action (I & E in Action) module. IS modules challenge boundaries and offer insights into Communication, Entrepreneurship, Life Skills, Media & the Arts, and Science & Technology.