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Aerospace Engineering
Equips students with competencies in maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of aircraft and related infrastructure. Our graduates have the option to specialize in either avionics or mechanical trade.
Applicants with severe vision deficiency, colour 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 Aerospace 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 |
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
Common modules
- Aerospace Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics 1 and 2
- Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Programming
- Career &Engineering Professional Preparation
- Health & Wellness
- Innovation Made Possible
- Confident Communication: Find Your Voice
- English Language Express (for selected students)
Modules for Avionics specialisation
- Analogue Electronics
- Digital Fundamentals
- Fundamental Electronic & Electrical Skills
Modules for Mechanical specialisation
- Thermofluids
- Electrical & Electronics Technology
- Materials & Manufacturing Technology
Common modules
- System Modelling & Control
- Aero360: Human Factors, Law & Sustainable MRO
- World Issues: A Singapore Perspective
Modules for Avionics specialisation
- Aircraft Data Communications and Networking
- Aircraft Electrical & Electronics
- Aircraft Material & Maintenance Practices
- Aircraft Navigation & Surveillance Systems
- Applied Digital Electronics
- Avionics Maintenance Practices
- Object Oriented Programming
Modules for Mechanical specialisation
- Advanced Thermofluids
- Aircraft Maintenance Practices
- Aircraft Propulsion Systems
- Aircraft Structures & Materials
- Applied Mechanics
- Engineering Drawing Fundamentals
- Engineering System Design
- Strength of Materials
Common modules
- Aerial System Design & Integration
- Digital Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Application
- Quality Systems & Analytics
- Six-month Internship or Final-year Project
- Year-Long Internship or Final-year Project
- Project ID: Connecting the Dots
Modules for Avionics specialisation
- Aircraft Electrical & Instrumentation Systems
- Computer Vision in Aviation
Modules for Mechanical specialisation
- Aircraft Mechanical Systems
- Engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul
Modules for AI for Engineers specialisation
- Fundamentals of Machine Learning
- Fundamentals of Neural Networks and Deep Learning
- Integrated Projects in Machine Learning
Modules for Operational Technology Cybersecurity specialisation
- Industrial Automation
- Operational Technology Security
- Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance
Modules for Space Technology specialisation
- Satellite Systems Design and Engineering
- Capstone Project: CanSatellite
Modules for NUS Pathway Programme Electives
- NUS Pathway Programme Electives
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:
- Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - B1 (Mechanical)/B2 (Avionics)
- Engineering Service Engineer/Technical Service Engineer
- Repair Engineer/Process Engineer
- Senior Technician (Component Repair and Overhaul - Mechanical)
- Senior Technician (Engine/Engine Component Repair and Overhaul)
- Planning Executive
- Senior Technician (Mechanical)/(Avionics)
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Workshop Engineer
- Production Engineer
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.