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Last Updated: 12 Jan 2026

Higher Nitec in Rapid Transit Engineering (2 years)

This course, developed in close collaboration with SMRT and major rail players, will provide you with the necessary training to qualify as Rapid Transit Technical Officer, well-versed in all the science and technology aspects of rail operations, train rolling stock, permanent way (tracks), mechanical and electrical systems, with a special emphasis on rail communications and signalling systems.

Enrol in the Higher Nitec in Rapid Transit Engineering and be part of a team of talented and highly skilled engineering professionals that keep our MRT system at the cutting edge of technology and in tip-top condition.

ITE College West
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 West
V9623 - 33

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

Applicants should ensure that they do not have colour appreciation deficiency. Interested applicants with this condition should contact ITE for more information.

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Rapid Transit Engineering

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 Rapid Transit Engineering graduates, with their breadth and depth of skills and knowledge in a wide range of rapid transit technologies and systems, would be able to find attractive employment opportunities with mass rapid transit operators (SMRT, SBS Transit), Land Transport Authority, Government planning agencies as well as companies dealing in high tech systems and equipment for the rail industry. Some of the job titles would include Rapid Transit Technical Officer in the areas of Trains, Rolling Stock, Permanent Way, Electrical Systems, and Communications.

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.