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Mechatronics & Robotics
The Diploma in Mechatronics and Robotics will equip you with knowledge in mechanical engineering, electronics and programming to design and build intelligent systems. With the emergence of Advanced Manufacturing and Industry 4.0, the course has since diversified into the fields of collaborative robotics, autonomous mobile robots and smart automation equipping our graduates with the relevant skillsets and mindset to meet challenges of the future.
Applicants should not be suffering from severe vision deficiency, acute hearing impairment or uncontrolled epilepsy. Interested applicants with any of these conditions are advised to contact Singapore Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Mechatronics & Robotics |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Design, Engineering and Technology cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-6 |
Course modules
- Mechanics I
- Computer Aided Drafting
- Thermofluids I
- Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 1
- Basic Mathematics
- Data Fluency
- Digital Communication for Impact
- Collaboration in the Digital Age
- Thinking Critically about the UN SDGs
- Education and Career Guidance 1
- Financial Education 1
- Introduction to Engineering
- Engineering Materials I
- Digital Electronics 1
- Engineering Mathematics I
- Computer Programming
- Problem Solving with Creative and Computational Thinking
- Effective Writing for the Workplace
- Persuasive Communication with Data Storytelling
- Mechanics II
- Thermofluids II
- Industrial Automation
- Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2
- Statistics and Analytics for Engineers
- AI and Its Impact
- Elective 1 and 2
- Financial Education 2
- Financial Education 3
- Computer Aided Machining
- Design and Fabrication Project
- Digital Electronics 2
- Engineering Mathematics II
- Sustainable Innovation Project
- Personal Branding and Career Agility
- Mechanics III
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Robotic Integration and Programming
- Systems and Control
- Mobile Robot Application
- Elective 3
- Internship Programme/Internship Equivalent
- Workplace Safety and Health Management
Internship
| Internship duration | 22 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
| Internship period | Mar to Aug, or Sep to Feb |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Laboratory Analyst
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.