Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design - Institute of ...

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
MODULE OBJECTIVES
Core Modules
Rapid Transit Systems and Operations
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify and
explain the special features of driverless and driver-operated trains,
railway engineering technologies, operation and facilities of rapid
transit system in Singapore, interpret engineering blueprint drawings,
produce, fabricate, repair and/or replace engineering components,
pipes, seals, fittings, bearings and couplings in compliance with
industry standards and workplace safety regulations.
Electrical Systems and Equipment
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain
electrical circuits and equipment, motors, motor control circuits,
electrical wiring installations, earthing systems, lightning and surge
protection equipment as well as building fire protection and alarm
systems.
Electronics Systems and Equipment
On completion of the module, students should be able to
maintain analogue and digital electronics equipment as well as
electromechanical control systems.
Automation and Control Systems
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain
pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems and components,
PLC systems and also operate and maintain building automation
systems.
Rapid Transit Power System
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify
electrical hazards, implement electrical safety measures and maintain
electrical supply, distribution and control systems in rapid transit
trains and stations.
Rolling Stock Systems and Equipment
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain
batteries, air-conditioning, ventilation, electrical and electronic
control, pneumatic, suspension and door control systems; cabin
equipment as well as Train Information Management System (TIMS)
used in trains.
Permanent Way and Tracks
On completion of the module, students should be able to maintain
permanent way parts and tracks as well as third rail and current
collection systems for trains.
Industry Attachment
Students will undergo 3 months attachment to integrate and apply
a cluster of key technical, social and methodological competencies
and gain exposure and experience in the rapid transit industry.
Life Skills Modules
Life skills in broad terms are the foundation skills and personal
qualities that an individual can transfer from one job setting to
another to manage and adapt to changes in technology and work
environments.
Electives (Course Specific)
Video Surveillance System
On completion of the module, students should be able to install, test
and operate the video surveillance systems and equipment.
Metrology
On completion of the module, students should be able to understand
the fundamentals of inspection and, verify and measure engineering
components according to technical drawing using appropriate
tools.
Bearing Maintenance Technology
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the
skills and knowledge to select, replace and diagnose anti-friction
bearing faults.
Electives (Inter-disciplinary)
Workplace First Aid and CPR
On completion of the module, students should be able to
apply basic concepts and principles of first aid to render first
aid treatment at the workplace and perform CPR during an
emergency.
Workplace First Aid and CPR
Please refer to the relevant course prospectus
Electives (General)
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