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Last Updated: 18 May 2026

Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design (2 Years)

Do you want to know what makes a modern building smart, comfortable, and efficient? Are you interested in designing building systems using Building Information Modelling (BIM) and AutoCAD software?

ITE College East
Admission type: JAE, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELR2B2-C net aggregate
ITE College East
V244 - 28

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2MD and applies to all colleges.

Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered
Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design
Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
SubjectGrade
English Language1-8
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-7
Any one of the following subjects
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Combined Science
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design and Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Human and Social Biology
  • Integrated Science
  • Physics/Engineering Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)/Physical Science
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
1-8

Internship

Internship duration6 months

Career prospects

Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design graduates are employed by companies in the building industry. These include companies providing engineering consultancy services involved in building services such as electrical installations, air-conditioning ducting, fire protection, water supply and sanitary plumbing. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Facility Systems CADD Specialist, Facility Systems Assistant Designer and Mechanical & Electrical Draughtsman. There are excellent opportunities for career advancement to supervisory positions and beyond.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.