About this Course
Have you wondered how laser has the power to cut through steel?
Apply for this course and you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to perform laser cutting to produce precision parts for aircraft, automotive, medical devices, etc. You can be a specialist in creating computer numerical control (CNC) programmes for laser cutting, punching and bending to develop and manufacture precision components.
Acquire knowledge and skills which are highly relevant to the industry
- Create CNC part program for CNC laser machining, turret punching and bending using CAD/CAM system.
- Set up and operate machine for CNC laser machining, turret punching and bending.
- Manufacture semi-con components (sheet metal).
- Develop stamping tools design using CAD/CAM system.
- Assemble stamping tools.
- Perform stamping tools setting and testing.
- Perform quality checks.
- Perform preventive maintenance.
Gain valuable first-hand experience
- Opportunity for real-work exposure through a 6-month industry attachment
Core Modules
- Engineering Drawing and Inspection Techniques
- Engineering Process (Turning)
- Engineering Process (Milling)
- 3D CAD/CAM Applications
- CNC Sheetmetal Fabrication
- Integrated Tooling Assembly and Design
- Industry Attachment
- Personal and Professional Development I & II
- Interdisciplinary Studies I & II
- Sport and Wellness I & II
- Assembly Skills
- Co-ordinate Measuring Techniques
- Bridging Mathematics
- Technical Mathematics (PEG)
- Elementary Japanese
- Conversational Mandarin
- Understanding Foreign Cultures
- Industry Attachment
- Overseas Experiential Programme
Progression Opportunities
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 and above may apply for progression to the first year of a related diploma course at the Polytechnics.
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 and above may apply for progression to the Technical Engineer Diploma in Machine Technology course conducted by ITE in collaboration with Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MEYS), Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates with a GPA of 2.3 and above may also apply for progression to related Higher Nitec courses offered by ITE.
Career Prospects
Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology graduates are employed by high precision manufacturing industries in particular the Aerospace, Automotive, Medical Devices, Transportation, Semiconductor, Electrical or Electronic sectors. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Manufacturing Specialist, Sheet Metal Designer, Semi-con Tooling Specialist, Tool Setup Technician and Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication Specialist.
There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. This challenge is for students to upgrade their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
Entry Requirements
To apply for the Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology course, you need to have the following pre-requisites:
GCE 'N' Technical students with 0 or 1 'N' Level Pass
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- Course Provider Institute of Technical Education
- Course Category Technology
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