Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025
Mechanical Engineering
A broad-based curriculum that prepares students for wide range of exciting careers in precision engineering, public transport, energy and chemicals, engineering services and more. Students will learn about technologies, design, manufacturing and maintenance skills that can be applied in diverse industries.
Applicants with severe vision deficiency, profound hearing deficiency, uncontrolled epilepsy and/or severe physical impairments may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with any of these conditions are advised to contact Ngee Ann Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Engineering |
| Track/Specialisation |
This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
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| Certification offered |
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
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 |
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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
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2
- Career & Engineering Professional Preparation
- Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals
- Programming
- Strength of Materials
- Engineering Drawing Fundamentals
- Materials & Manufacturing Technology
- Thermofluids
- Health & Wellness
- Innovation Made Possible
- Communication: Find Your Voice (VOICE)
- English Language Express (for selected students)
- Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies
- Applied Mechanics
- Applied Thermofluids
- Engineering & Sustainability
- Industrial Automation
- Computer Aided Design & Analysis
- Engineering System Design
- Project Management
- Mechanics of Machines and Materials
- Quality Systems & Analytics
- World Issues- A Singapore Perspective
Modules for 6-month Internship / Final Year Project
- Project ID: Connecting The Dots
- 6-month Internship or Final Year Project
- Capstone Project
Modules for Industry Immersion Pathway
- Year-Long Internship I and II / Final Year Project I and II
- Project ID: Connecting The Dots
Modules for Mobility Design Engineering specialisation
- Mobility System Design and Integration
- Mechanical Drives System
- Electrical Technology System
Modules for Automation Design Engineering specialisation
- Automation System Design and Integration
- Design for Manufacturing & Assembly
- Smart Sensors & Actuators
Internship
| Internship duration | 22 weeks to 52 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
| Internship period | Mar to Aug or Sep to Feb OR Mar to Feb (for Year-Long internship) |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Assistant Engineer/Associate Engineer
- Planning Executive
- Procurement Coordinator/Executive
- Process Technician/Maintenance Technician
- Technical Specialist
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.