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Last Updated: 18 May 2026

Higher Nitec in Vertical Transportation (2 Years)

Launch your career as a Lift & Escalator Specialist! Train in diagnosing and maintaining cutting-edge equipment at our Smart Vertical Transportation Centre. Be BCA-recognised and play a key role in keeping Singapore moving safely and efficiently.

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
V86

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2VT and applies to all colleges.

Applicants for this course must ensure that they are free from colour appreciation deficiency.

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered
Higher Nitec in Vertical Transportation
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 Vertical Transportation graduates are employed by companies that market, install and/or provide quality maintenance services for lifts, escalators and moving walks. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Lift/Escalator Specialist, Senior Lift/Escalator Specialist, Mechanical & Electrical Specialist and Facility Maintenance Associate.

The course is accredited directly with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) under the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) and recognised by the Building and Construction Authority as a Lift/Escalator Specialist.

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.