Higher Nitec in Marine and Offshore Technology

About this Course

You will learn how to provide technical support and supervise fabrication, repair and refurbishment activities of all types of vessels and offshore structures in the marine and offshore industry.

Acquire knowledge and skills which are highly relevant to the industry

Interpret general arrangement drawings, pipe and instrument drawings, welding procedure specifications, and test procedures.
Perform preliminary design of pipe routing plan.
Perform non-destructive tests on weld metals.
Perform inspection on brazed joints, pre-welding and post-welding, and alignment of pumps.
Assist in system testing and commissioning of marine auxiliary system and drilling system.
Perform planning of work activities such as lifting, erection of supports for assembly works, manpower deployment and work schedule.
Perform supervision on fabrication and welding.
Perform quality control checks of welding, painting and blasting, insulation, and machinery and electrical installations.

MODULE OBJECTIVES

Core Modules

CAD and Engineering Mathematics
Electrotechnology and Controls
Quality Engineering
Ship System
Welding Technology
Pipe Design and Systems
Fabrication Technology
Offshore Technology
Project

Life Skills Modules

Personal and Professional Development I & II
Interdisciplinary Studies I & II
Sport and Wellness I & II

Electives (Course Specific)

Basic Naval Architecture
Ship and Offshore Survey
Project Management

Electives (Inter-disciplinary)

Entrepreneurship
Marketing and Promotions in Entrepreneurship

Electives (Cross-Level)

Bridging Mathematics 1 & 2

Electives (General)

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

Progression Opportunities

Higher Nitec in Marine & Offshore 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.

Career Prospects

Higher Nitec in Marine & Offshore Technology graduates are employed by shipyards, and other supporting companies which provide services relating to repair, fabrication, refurbishment activities of all types of vessels, offshore structures in the marine and offshore industry. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Assistant Supervisor, Trainee Supervisor, Assistant Marine Supervisor and Foreman.

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

Entry Requirements

To apply for the Higher Nitec in Marine & Offshore Technology course, you need to have:

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

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