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Higher Nitec in Operational & Information Technology (3 years)
The course equips students with skills and knowledge to support the OT/IT network and server in a hybrid infrastructure environment. It also trains them to provide support for OT supervisory control systems and system integration to bridge the gaps between OT and IT, ensuring efficient operation of OT/IT systems within the organisation. In addition, it prepares them to handle cybersecurity incidents and manage security infrastructure.
| College | Course code | MAS1B3 net aggregate |
|---|---|---|
ITE College West | HF3OT | 2 - 11 |
Course details
| Field of study | Electronics and Info-comm Technology |
| Certification offered | Higher Nitec in Operational & Information Technology |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
* 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
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics or Science* | A-D or 1-5 |
Any 2 other subjects | A-D or 1-5 |
Internship
| Internship duration | 3+6 months |
Career prospects
Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities across various industries such as manufacturing, oil & gas, finance & banking, due to their expertise in both information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT). The IT users are public or private organisations using computer systems (networked or stand-alone) in their business operations, as well as users from the operations. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Associate Systems Support Engineer, IT/OT Engineer.
How to register
You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.