Nitec in Electronic (Instrumentation)
Module Title Module Code Credits
CORE MODULES
Electrical and Electronic Principles EC2105PA 7
Digital Electronics EC2106PA 7
Analogue Electronics EC2107PA 7
Electronic CAD and Practice EC2108PA 5
Communication and Industrial EC3104PA 6 Electronics
Microcontroller Technology EC3105PA 6
SPECIALISATION MODULES
Test Instruments EC3305PA 7
Computer Control and Process EC3306PA 7 Measurements
Project EC3308PA 4
LIFE SKILLS MODULES
Life Skills for Personal Development EM22030 8
Life Skills at the Workplace EM22040 4
Sports and Wellness I EM21070 1
Sports and Wellness II EM31070 1
ELECTIVES COURSE SPECIFIC
Technical Mathematics EC29090 3
JavaScript Programming EC39140 2
Computer Programming EC29060 2
Fundamental Applied Statistics EC29070 2
Circuit Simulation EC39130 2
CROSS LEVEL
Sensor Technology EE49090 2
Project Management EE59150 2
Calculus (Integration) ES59320 2
On completion of the course, students should be able to
COURSE SYNOPSIS
• Check the condition and characteristics of basic electronic components.
• Construct electronic projects to given specifications.
• Test, service and repair common electronic equipment and the control system of machinery.
• Maintain, test, calibrate and repair electronic test and measuring equipment.
• Set up microcomputer to interface with programmable instruments and peripheral devices.
• Calibrate, test, install, diagnose and maintain process and control equipment.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Nitec in Electronics (Instrumentation) graduates are employed by companies that manufacture and sell electronic test equipment, process control equipment and field instruments as well as companies that use process control systems in their manufacturing process.
Some of the job titles held by graduates include Instrumentation Technician, Electronics Servicing Technician, Electronics Production Technician and Electronics Maintenance Technician. There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond. The challenge is for students to prepare themselves by upgrading their technical skills and knowledge by taking up higher-level courses.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Core Modules : 38
Specialisation Modules : 18 Life Skills Modules : 14
Elective Modules : 4
Total : 74
CERTIFICATION
INTERDISCIPLINARY
Internet Security IT39110 2
Wireless LAN IT39080 2
Multimedia Web-based Content IT39090 2 Creation
Business Etiquette and Grooming OA20370 3
Small Business Management OA29280 3
GENERAL
Communicative English (Level 1 to 8) - 3
English Language ‘O’ I to IV -
Mathematics (Level 1 to 10) - 3
Mathematics ‘O’ I to IV -
Overseas Experiential Programme EP29040 2 Overseas Experiential Programme EP29050 3 Overseas Experiential Programme EP39060 2 Overseas Experiential Programme EP39070 3
Analogue Electronics
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret, construct, test and troubleshoot analogue electronic circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype analogue electronic projects.
Electronic CAD and Practice
On completion of the module, students should be able to convert electronic schematic circuit into PCB layout and vice versa using CAD software. They should also be able to design, fabricate, test and commission the completed electronic project according to given specifications.
Communication and Industrial Electronics
On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret and test various functional blocks of a communication receiver system as well as to check, test and use industrial power and sensing devices for constructing simple projects.
Microcontroller Technology
On completion of the module, students should be able to interface and program a micro-controller to operate different types of input and output devices.
Specialisation Modules Test Instruments
On completion of the module, students should be able to test and calibrate electronics test instruments and measure signals using electronics test instruments and PC based instruments. They are also trained to test transducers using electronics test instruments and interface programmable instruments to microcomputer.
Computer Control and Process Measurements
On completion of the module, students should be able to calibrate, configure, maintain and troubleshoot process measurements and control systems such as field devices, transducers, sensors, controllers, recorders and control valves.
Project
On completion of the module, students should be able to design, develop, test and commission a project. They should also be able to produce proper documentation and presentation for the project.
Life Skills Modules
Life skills in broad terms are the foundation skills and personal qualities that an individual can transfer from one job setting to another to Note: The offer of electives is subject to the training schedule of
respective ITE Colleges. Students are advised to check with their Class Advisors on the availability of the elective modules they intend to pursue.
MODULE OBJECTIVES
Core ModulesElectrical and Electronics Principles
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain basic principles of electricity, connect simple electrical circuits, check and test industrial and simple electronic circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype electronic project on printed board.
Digital Electronics
On completion of the module, students should be able to design and demonstrate the operation of basic digital circuits. They should also be able to construct prototype digital electronic projects.
Module Title Module Code Credits
COURSE STRUCTURE
2 or 3
2 or 3
Electives (Course Specific) Technical Mathematics
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the knowledge of mathematics to solve engineering related problems involving the use of basic arithmetic, algebra, indices, graphs and trigonometry.
JavaScript Programming
On completion of the module, students should be able to use JavaScript to create interactive web pages.
Computer Programming
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the concepts of computer programming and write simple programs in QBASIC or ‘C’ language.
Fundamental Applied Statistics
On completion of the module, students should be able to understand how data is collected effectively and compiled correctly to make meaningful inferences and decisions, as well as apply statistical process control techniques and tools to improve various product quality in manufacturing processes.
Circuit Simulation
On completion of the module, students should be able to use computer simulation to better understand the electronic theory and simulate circuit action in project work.
Electives (Cross-level) Sensor Technology
On completion of the module, students should be able to explain the principles of operation, characteristics and applications of various sensors in industrial and electrical engineering works.
Project Management
On completion of the module, students should be able to use a software application for planning and managing projects.
Calculus (Integration)
On completion of the module, students should be able to apply mathematical principles to solve engineering related problems involving the use of Integration.
Electives (Inter-disciplinary) Internet Security
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify threats in computer networks especially on the Internet. They will also learn how to prevent, detect, and eliminate these threats by installing and configuring a firewall, proxy server and other security tools.
Wireless LAN
On completion of the module, students should be able to set up and test computer Wireless LAN (WLAN) network as an extension of wired network. They will also learn the various methods, technologies, protocols and troubleshooting of networking components.
Multimedia Web-based Content Creation
On completion of the module, students should be able to create and present effective and creative multimedia web-based contents, emphasizing on proper planning, development and execution.
Business Etiquette and Grooming
On completion of the module, students should be able to observe proper grooming techniques and apply business etiquette in relating to people.
Small Business Management
On completion of the module, students should be able to identify a significant business opportunity, prepare a promotional package and conduct a sales event for a small business.
Electives (General) As reflected on page 26.