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Last Updated: 12 Jan 2026

Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design (3 years)

This course equips students with skills and knowledge to interpret and prepare M&E engineering drawings, such as air-conditioning and ventilation, electrical installation and control circuits, fire detection and protection systems, water and gas supplies, sanitary systems, with the use of CAD software and Building Information Modelling software, and create BIM models for building and construction needs, according to designer's sketches and specifications in compliance with architectural drawings and relevant Codes of Practices.

ITE College East
Admission type: JIEN, ITE EAE
Course duration: 3 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JIE 'N':
CollegeCourse code
MAS1B3 net aggregate
ITE College East
HF3MD3 - 15

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design

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Minimum entry requirement

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

For N-Level students seeking admission through JIE

* Mobile Robotics, Smart Electrical Technology, IoT Applications, Mechanical Design & Automation, and Mobile Web Applications subjects can be used in lieu of Science for admission to this 3-year Higher Nitec course

SubjectGrade
Mathematics or Science*A-D or 1-5

Any 2 other subjects

    		A-D or 1-5

    Internship

    Internship duration3+6 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 Intake Exercise 'N' (JIE 'N')

    You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. 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.