Higher Nitec in Information Technology

  

About this Course

You have the opportunity to apply Information Technology and create wonders in many organisations in various industries. Apply for this course and learn how to install, operate and maintain computer network systems or perform simple multimedia development for different distribution media.

Acquire knowledge and skills which are highly relevant to the industry

  • Service computers and hand-held devices.
  • Support computer network.
  • Support corporate network servers.
  • Set up network security.
  • Publish digital content for the Web.
  • Develop rich interactive applications.
  • Support software project development.
  • Author motion graphics.

Gain valuable first-hand experience

  • Opportunity for real-work exposure through an industry attachment

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Core Modules

  • Computer Maintenance and Operating Systems
  • Networking Technology
  • Web Applications Development
  • System Administration
  • Applications Development Essentials
  • Interactive Applications Development
  • Industry Attachment
Specialisation Modules

Group A (Network Technology)

  • Advanced Networking
  • Wireless and Network Security
Group B (Interactive Media Technology)

  • User Interface Development
  • Web Solutions Development
Group C (Mobile Applications Programming)

  • Mobile Applications Essentials
  • Mobile Solutions Development
Life Skills Modules

  • Personal and Professional Development I & II
  • Interdisciplinary Studies I & II
  • Sport and Wellness I & II
Electives (Course Specific)

  • Internet and Network Security
  • 3D Modeling
  • Cyber Wellness
  • Mobile Applications Programming
  • Green IT Fundamentals
  • Essentials of Java Programming
  • Digital Media Marketing
Electives (Inter-disciplinary)

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Structured Cabling
  • Sports Event Organisation
  • Aquaculture Techniques
  • Marketing and Promotions in Entrepreneurship
  • Fashion Modelling
  • Design Thinking
Electives (Cross-Level)

  • Bridging Mathematics 1 & 2
Joint ITE-Industry Certifications

  • Data Backup and Protection
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
  • Robot Palletizing Operations and Programming
Electives (General)

  • Business Mandarin
  • Calculus
  • Statistics & Matrices
  • First Aid, CPR and Sports Injuries
  • Industry Attachment
  • Overseas Experiential Programme

Progression Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Information Technology graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics. For more details on diploma courses for progression, please refer to the Joint Polytechnic Admissions website.

Career Prospects

Higher Nitec in Information Technology graduates can be employed by information technology (IT) users and supplier organisations. The IT users are organisations (public, private, MNCs and SMEs) using computer systems (networked or stand-alone) in their business operations. The IT suppliers are companies providing computer hardware/software and IT services. 

Some of the job titles held by graduates include Network Support Technician, IT Technical Support Specialist, Web Developer, Multimedia Developer, Webmaster, Associate System Administrator, Desktop Support Engineer and Network Traffic Engineer.

There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is for student to upgrade their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.

Entry Requirements

To apply for the Higher Nitec in Information Technology course, you need to have:

GCE 'O' level grades in English Language, Mathematics and 1 approved subject

Or

GCE ‘N(A)’ level passes in English Language, Mathematics and 3 other subjects

*GCE N(A) school leavers who applied during the January intake under the Direct Entry Scheme will undergo 10 weeks of preparatory programme followed by 2 years of Higher Nitec training.

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