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

• Develop stamping tools design using CAD/CAM system.
  
• 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 sheet metal components.
  
• Assemble stamping tools.
  
• Perform stamping tools setting and testing.
  
• Perform quality checks.
  

Gain valuable first-hand experience

• Opportunity for real-work exposure through a 6-month industry attachment
  

MODULE OBJECTIVES

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
  

Life Skills Module

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

Electives (Course Specific)

• Assembly Skills
  
• Co-ordinate Measuring Techniques
  

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 as manufacturing specialist by high precision manufacturing industries in particular the Aerospace, Automotive, Medical Technology, Semiconductor, Machinery and Systems, Precision Modules and Components, Transportation Engineering and Aerospace sectors. 

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:

Completed GCE 'N' or GCE ‘O’ Level

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