Diploma in Applied Science (Chemical Laboratory Technology)
About This Course
The Diploma in Applied Science (Chemical Laboratory Technology)aims to:
a. Support the SkillsFuture initiative in strengthening applied education and provide continual academic and career progression pathways for ITE students after graduation.
b. Provide students with the knowledge and skills required to take on the job responsibilities of a laboratory technician in the chemical industry.
This course focuses on chemistry, safety, laboratory management, data analytics, life sciences and industrial chemistry with applications in quality control, quality assurance, testing services, medical diagnostic testing, application, and product development. It equips laboratory assistants or students with equivalent roles with the knowledge and skills required to undertake new roles in the following Skills Framework:
• Energy and Chemicals (Laboratory Technician/Technologist)
• Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing (Quality Assurance Assistance/Quality Control Assistant Laboratory Analyst/Quality Control Laboratory Analyst/Chemist/Microbiologist)
• Food Manufacturing (Quality Control Technician/Quality Control Assistant/Laboratory Technician)
What You'll Learn
• develop a robust understanding of industrial chemistry, safety and laboratory management, enabling them to perform advanced quality control and assurance. They will learn to apply their knowledge in real-world laboratory settings, enhancing their capability to contribute to product development and medical diagnostic testing.
• acquire hands-on experience with applied chemistry and safety protocols, preparing them to excel as Laboratory Technicians or Technologists. This practical expertise will be directly applicable in their workplace, particularly in the Energy and Chemicals Sector.
• cultivate essential data analytics skills, which will allow them to interpret and manage laboratory data effectively. These skills will support their roles in quality assurance and control, ensuring they can uphold high standards in laboratory management and operations.
Entry Requirements
• The participant shall be Singapore Citizens (“SC”), Singapore Permanent Residents (“PR”) or Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders.
• The participant shall be fresh graduates with full-time Institute of Technical Education (ITE) NITEC/ Higher NITEC from the relevant fields.
• The participant shall be within 36 months after their graduation from the PSEI (graduation date as stated on the NITEC/Higher NITEC certificates). For male participants who need to serve National Service, the 36-month period will start from the Operationally Ready Date (“ORD”).
• ITE graduates from other NITEC/Higher NITEC courses may also apply and the application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Participant who does not falls under any eligibility mentioned above will be considered if IHLs and employer deem candidate suitable for WSP.