Precision engineering is the bedrock of Singapore’s manufacturing sector. It supports the entire spectrum of manufacturing, from product design and creation to final production. The precision engineering industry is undergoing dramatic changes, and in this dynamic environment, workers need to stay up to date on the latest developments.

The PE WSQ Diploma in Mould Tool Making lets you do just that. This diploma

• is a joint initiative by Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) and the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA)
• equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to remain relevant
  
• enhances your employability

Entry Requirements

You are welcome to apply if  

• you are currently employed or wish to be employed in the precision engineering and manufacturing fields
• you are a working adult with at least a WSQ Higher/Advanced Certificate or NTC 2/Nitec in Precision Engineering or equivalent

Working adults without the above qualifications but currently working in related engineering fields can be considered for the course.
Please note that shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.

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Course Duration

• The course comprises 585 hours or 1 to 1 ½ year of classroom and practical training
• The course is conducted in English
• Classes are conducted on three evening per week from 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm

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Delivery and Assessment

The course consists of lectures, case studies, group discussions, projects, hands-on labs and workshops. You will be awarded a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for the completion of each module in precision engineering. When you have obtained all 10 SOAs related to the PE WSQ Diploma in Mould Tool Making, you will be issued your full qualification.

Course Fees  
Singapore citizens and Singapore PRs (after WDA funding)

• Common Core (per module x 4)
  $195 + $13.65 (GST) = $208.65
• Sector Core / Specialisation Electives
  (per module x 6)
  $365 + $25.55 (GST) = $390.55
• Total for 10 modules         
  $2970 + $207.90 (GST) = $3177.90

Funding for Participants

For more information on SPUR funding, please visit http://app2.wda.gov.sg/web/Contents/Contents.aspx?id=174 for eligibility details.

For more information, please contact:  

Mike Kwek
Tel: 6550 0677
E-mail: Mike_KWEK@nyp.gov.sg  

“The PE WSQ Diploma in Mould Tool Making is a course that is well-recognised by the precision engineering industry. It will benefit participants by enhancing their skills and competence on various new technologies that are being aggressively adopted by local engineering companies.”

Dr Moh Chong Tau President/CEO Makino Asia Pte Ltd   “ The modular program structure of PE WSQ Diploma in Mould Tool Making is designed to give working adults the flexibility to keep themselves updated with the latest technology and skills that contribute to their companies’ competitiveness. ” Dr Ricky Souw CEO Sanwa Plastic Industry Pte Ltd

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Course Structure

Common Core

Manage Quality Systems
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge and application skills in managing internal quality systems and external quality assurance and will be able to apply them to the workplace.  

Manage Teams in the Work Place
 On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge and application skills in participating in work teams and will be able to apply them to the workplace.  

Manage Workplace Safety Health (WSH) Systems
 On completion of this unit, the learners will have the knowledge and application skills to apply workplace safety and health procedures and practices to ensure the employees own and others safety at work.
  
Manage Continuous Improvement 
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge and application skills in managing, implementing and facilitating an organisation’s systems and processes relating to continuous improvement and will be able to apply them to the workplace.

Sector Core  

Develop and Manufacture Precision Models
On completion of the unit, the learners will have the knowledge and application skills in production of scale models and will be able to apply them to the workplace.  

Apply Injection Moulding Tool Design
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge of the design of injection moulding tools/moulds with a variety of features and will be able to apply the skills to design tools/olds for simple to complex products with holes, slots and inserts.  

Specialisation Electives

Manage Advanced Manufacturing Systems
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge and application skills in managing and designing advanced manufacturing systems and will be able to apply them to the workplace.

Predict Polymer Properties and Characteristics
On completion of the unit, the learners will have the knowledge and application skills in predict polymer properties and characteristics will be able to apply them to the workplace.  

Facilitate a Just In Time (JIT) System
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge and application skills in controlled flow of materials using Just in Time principles and tools, and will be able to apply them to the workplace.

Apply Injection Moulding Temperature Control
On completion of this unit, learners will have the knowledge of heat transfer mechanisms operating in injection mould processing. The learners will also have the skill to simulate heat flow and apply simulation results for mould design. Finally, learners will be able to design moulds with cooling circuits and hot runner systems.

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Last updated on 13 Feb 2009 by Lawrence Durai