Modular Certificate in Building Services (Electrical) - Part of Diploma in Engineering (Building Services & Fire Safety) (DEBF1)
About This Course
(a) Principles of Electrical Engineering
This module aims to provide basic knowledge in electricity technology. It deals with the concepts and theory in direct and alternating current circuits, which is essential to the understanding of how electricity is being generated, transmitted and consumed.
(b) Building Electrical Systems & Design
This module is designed to provide students with a good understanding of the theories behind the design, construction, operation and maintenance of electrical services installation in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Topics include the design of lighting, power and electrical distribution systems, sizing of cables and circuit protective systems with compliance to the statutory requirements.
(c) Intelligent Buildings
This module aims to provide the students with knowledge in the design, applications, installation and operation of smart building systems, such building automation, security and access, and structural cabling systems. Emerging technologies such as the internet of things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and engineering data analytics will also be taught.
What You'll Learn
1) Principles of Electrical Engineering (60hrs)
2) Building Electrical Systems & Design (60hrs)
3) Intelligent Buildings (60hrs)
Entry Requirements
The following GCE ‘O’ Level grades and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience:
– English Language (Grade 1-7)
– Mathematics (Grade 1-6)
– Science (Grade 1-6)
OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.5
OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience
OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 2.0
OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 1.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience
OR NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >= 3.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR Higher NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >=2.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR relevant Advanced WSQ Certificate (or higher) and Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
OR applicants with at least 2 years of relevant working experience may apply for the course