Diploma in Micro and Nanotechnology
(R30)
Graduation Criteria
To graduate with a Diploma in
Micro and Nanotechnology, you must satisfy the
modular criteria set by the School of Engineering.
Most students should be able to do this within 3
years of enrolment if they are deemed to have
successfully complete on average five modules
equivalent of 20 modular credits (MC), or its
equivalent, per semester.
How
the Modular Structure Works
Modules at the Republic Polytechnic fall into a few broad categories, as can be seen from the course structure. They consist of
general modules, discipline modules, specialisation
modules, elective modules and freely chosen modules. To satisfy the requirements of the Diploma programme, you must choose a specified number of modules from selected categories. These are summarised in the following table:
Table 3: Modular Requirements
for Graduation in the DMNT
| Module Category |
Number of modular credits required for graduation |
| General |
28 |
| Discipline |
40 |
|
Specialisation |
20 |
| Elective |
4 |
| Freely Chosen |
4 |
| Industry Orientation Programme |
24 |
| Total |
120 |
Modules
There are General, Discipline-specific and Specialisation-specific modules. General modules aim to help you prepare the ground in generic skills such as cognitive, linguistic and communication, cultural and entrepreneurial skills, as well as personal development.
Discipline-specific modules focus on developing your knowledge on Micro and Nanotechnology Engineering while Specialisation-specific modules are designed to deepen your understanding of the specific area within Micro & Nanotechnology Engineering which you have chosen to pursue.
Elective Module
You also need to take one elective module (4 MC). Elective modules are designed to broaden your understanding of Micro and Nanotechnology, and serve to complement your knowledge acquired from other parts of the programme.
Freely Chosen Module
Lastly, one (4 MC) of the thirty modules can be freely chosen from
a list of modules offered at the Republic Polytechnic. |
