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Common Engineering Programme (R42)
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Introduction
<h1> <font color="#2aa4e3">Common Engineering Programme (R42) </font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">About the Programme<img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px solid; BORDER-LEFT: 0px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px; PADDING-LEFT: 5px; WIDTH: 320px; PADDING-RIGHT: 5px; HEIGHT: 214px; BORDER-TOP: 0px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px solid; PADDING-TOP: 5px" title="Common Engineering" border="0" hspace="5" alt="Common Engineering" vspace="5" align="right" src="/uploadedImages/Contents/RP/COURSES/Full_Time_Courses/Engineering/SEG_014%20(edited).jpg" /></font> </h3> <p>Engineering will remain as one of the key sectors and engines of growth in Singapore.</p> <p>The Common Engineering Programme allows our students time to build on their foundational knowledge and skills during their first year first semester of study. After which, they would be able to make informed choices on their courses of study when they will apply for one of the following engineering diploma programmes:</p> <p>Diploma in Aerospace Avionics (DAA) <br />Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (DAE) <br />Diploma in Biomedical Electronics (DBME) <br />Diploma in Civil Aviation (DCA) <br />Diploma in Digital Entertainment Electronics (DDEE) <br />Diploma in Industrial and Operations Management (DIOM) <br />Diploma in Micro and Nanotechnology (DMNT) <br />Diploma in Supply Chain Management (DSCM) <br />Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering (DREE) </p> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Programme Objectives </font> </h3> <p>The Common Engineering Programme enables students to explore the various engineering diplomas and available career options, before applying for the diploma programme that suits their interest and aspiration.</p> <p>The programme will provide a well-rounded education comprising both technical capabilities and general know-how. Discipline-specific modules will equip you with a solid foundation before you embark on subsequent engineering modules. General modules will help you prepare the ground and train you to be a lifelong learner. </p> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Further Studies</font> </h3> <p style="LINE-HEIGHT: 13pt; MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 11pt"> <span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 9pt">For more information about university pathways, visit <a title="RP's Further Study Portal" href="/FurtherStudies/AdvPathways.aspx " target="_blank"><font color="#0000ff"><strong><u>RP's Further Studies</u></strong></font></a>.</span> </p> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Application</font> </h3> <p>To find out more about how you can apply for this diploma, visit <a title="Republic Poly's admissions" href="/Admission.aspx"><strong><font color="#0000ff"><u>Republic Poly's Admissions</u></font></strong></a> page. </p> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">More Information</font> </h3> <p>Want to find out more about the school that offers this diploma? Then drop by the <a title="School of Engineering's homepage" href="/02_School_of_Engineering/School_of_Engineering.aspx"><strong><font color="#0000ff"><u>School of Engineering's homepage</u></font></strong></a> now!</p> <p> </p>
For O-Level Holders
<h1> <font color="#2aa4e3">Common Engineering Programme (R42)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Entry Requirements For O-Level Holders </font> </h3> <p>Table 1: Minimum Entry Requirements </p> <table style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; FONT-SIZE: 13px" border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3" colspan="2" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Minimum Entry Requirements </font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#999999"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Subject</font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="23%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Grade</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#ffffff"> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">English Language </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">1-7 </td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#ffffff"> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">1-6</td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#ffffff"> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="top">One of the following subjects: <br /><ul style="WIDTH: auto; FLOAT: none"><li>Additional Combined Science</li><li>Additional Science</li><li>Biology</li><li>Chemistry</li><li>Combined Science</li><li>Computer Studies</li><li>Creative 3-D Animation</li><li>Design & Technology</li><li>Engineering Science</li><li>Food & Nutrition</li><li>Fundamentals of Electronics</li><li>General Science</li><li>Human & Social Biology</li><li>Integrated Science</li><li>Physical Science</li><li>Physics</li><li>Science (Chemistry, Biology)</li><li>Science (Physics, Biology)</li><li>Science (Physics, Chemistry) </li><li>Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)</li></ul> </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">1-6<br /> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <p> <a href="#top"> </a>Table 2: Aggregate Type </p> <table style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; FONT-SIZE: 13px" border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3" width="100%" colspan="4" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Aggregate Type (ELR2B2-C) </font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="8%" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">EL</font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="74%" colspan="2" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">R2</font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="8%" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">B2</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="top" rowspan="2" width="15%">English Language</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" height="30" valign="middle" width="37%" align="center"> <strong>1st Group of <br />Relevant Subjects </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="middle" width="37%" align="center"> <strong>2nd Group of <br />Relevant Subjects </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="top" rowspan="2" width="15%">Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="top">Elementary Mathematics<br />Additional Mathematics</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" valign="top"> <p>Addn Combined Science<br />Additional Science<br />Biology<br />Chemistry<br />Combined Science<br />Computer Studies<br />Creative 3D Animation<br />Design & Technology<br />Engineering Science<br />Food & Nutrition<br />Fundamentals of Electronics<br />General Science<br />Human & Social Biology<br />Integrated Science<br />Physics<br />Physical Science<br />Science (Chem, Bio)<br />Science (Phy, Bio)<br />Science (Phy, Chem)<br />Science (Phy, Chem, Bio)</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>
For NITEC Holders
<h1> <font color="#2aa4e3">Common Engineering Programme (R42)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Entry Rquirements For NITEC Holder</font> </h3> <p> </p> <table style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; FONT-SIZE: 13px" border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3" width="80%"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>NITEC</strong> </font> </td> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3" width="20%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>GPA</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT21 Building Drafting (Architectural)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT23 Building Drafting (Civil & Structural) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT24 Electronic (Computer & Networkings) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Electronics (Wireless LAN) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Electronics (Instrumentation) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Electronics (Wafer Fabrication) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Electronic (Mobile Devices)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT25 Mechatronics (Automation Technology/Equipment Assembly/Medical Technology)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT26 Electrical Installation & Servicing/Electrical Fitting & Installation/Electrical Technology (Installation & Servicing)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT27 Electrical Technology (Power & Control) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT28 Air–Conditioning & Refrigeration/Air–Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology/ Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanics</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT29 Automotive Technology (Heavy Vehicles)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT30 Mechanical Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT31 Automotive Technology (Light Vehicles) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT32 Precision Engineering (Machining)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT37 Precision Engineering (Tools & Mould) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT38 Facility Technology (Air–Conditioning & Refrigeration)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT39 Chemical Process Technology (Pharmaceuticals) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Chemical Process Technology (Process Instrumentation) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">Chemical Process Technology (Biologics) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT40 Info-Communications Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT41 Multimedia Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT42 Marine Mechanics </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT43 Mechanical-Electrical Drafting</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT46 Product Design </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT47 Communications Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT48 Precision Engineering (Aerospace) </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT50 Port Equipment Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT51 Aircraft Maintenance (Mechanical)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT53 Aerospace Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT57 Security Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT58 Applied Food Science</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT59 Aerospace Avionics</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT60 Electrical Technology (Lighting & Sound)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT63 Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services)</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">NT68 Laser & Tooling Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc"> </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3" colspan="2"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Higher NITEC</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT21 Electro - Mechanical Engineering </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT22 Mechatronics Engineering </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT31 Electrical Engineering </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT41 Electronics Engineering </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT50 Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineering</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT51 Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Design</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT52 Mechanical Engineering </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT54 Mechanical Engineering Drawing & Design</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT55 Manufacturing Engineering</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT56 Information Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT57 Wireless Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT58 Biotechnology/ Biochemical Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT59 Chemical Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT60 Marine Offshore Engineering</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT61 Network Security Technology </td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc">IT63 Games Design & Development</td> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p>
Course Structure
<h1> <font color="#2aa4e3">Common Engineering Programme (R42)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Course Structure</font> </h3> <p>In the first semester, students will take the following modules. Subsequently, students will be placed in one of the engineering diploma programmes. </p> <table style="FONT-FAMILY: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; FONT-SIZE: 13px" border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#2aa4e3"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">General Modules (20 MC )</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#eaf4fc"> <p> <a title="A101 Science" href="/Module_Synopses/A101_Science.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#2aa4e3">A101 Science</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A113 Mathematics" href="/Module_Synopses/A113_Mathematics.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#2aa4e3">A113 Mathematics</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="B102 Organisational Behaviour" href="/Module_Synopses/B102_Organisational_Behaviour.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#2aa4e3">B102 Organisational Behaviour</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="E112 Engineering Design" href="/Module_Synopses/E112_Engineering_Design.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#2aa4e3">E112 Engineering Design</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving I" href="/Module_Synopses/G101_Cognitive_Processes_and_Problem_Solving_I.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#2aa4e3">G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving I</font> </a> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>
Graduation Criteria
<h1> <font color="#2aa4e3">Common Engineering Programme (R42)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#2aa4e3">Graduation Criteria</font> </h3> <p>You must satisfy the graduation criteria of the diploma programme that you are posted to, before the award of the diploma.</p>