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Specialist DiplomaPROGRAMMES


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Our Specialist Diplomas are designed

to provide diploma graduates with the

opportunities to upgrade their knowledge

to meet the ever-changing demands of

the building and construction industry.

Suitable for professionals and industry

practitioners, the course curriculum is

geared towards high-level specialised

knowledge and skill sets needed in

todays increasingly complex built

environment.

With their industry-oriented curriculums,

these programmes will engage you in

real-world training that enhances your

work experience and knowledge, while

enabling you to gain in-depth insight and

skills in your area of specialisation. With

the exception of the Specialist Diploma

in Building Information Modelling which

is a 5-month part-time programme, the

other specialist diplomas are offered as

9-month part-time programmes.

At a Glance


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CONTENTSAt a Glance 2

Specialist Diploma in Building Cost Management 4

Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling 6

Specialist Diploma in Construction Management 8

Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy Management 1 0

Specialist Diploma in Interior & Landscape Design 1 2

Specialist Diploma in M&E Coordination 1 4

Administ ra tion Deta ils & Genera l In formation 1 6


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SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN

BUILDING COSTMANAGEMENTThe design and construction of building projects is a highly complex

and demanding process, especially with the increased sophistication

of the various disciplines involved, such as architecture, surveying,

construction and engineering. Delivering a project of such complexity

within the right budget, quality and time-scale is critical in meeting

clients expectations. Building cost management provides owners,

developers, architects and contractors the highest degree of costpredictability over the life cycle of a building with the use of cost

modelling and management techniques.

The Specialist Diploma in Building Cost Management prepares you

to manage construction cost planning and control right from project

inception to the disposal phase of a building. It provides you an

opportunity to gain industry-specific skills and experience in cost

estimates and analysis, budget forecasts, facilities planning, conceptual

studies and bid comparisons for the design and construction of property.

The curriculum also covers capital and operating cost assessment skills

and project control decisions.

Upon graduation, you can find career opportunities as quantity surveyors

or cost managers in Singapores booming construction industry.

OBJECTIVESUpon completion, participants will be able to:

Evaluate the cost effects and economic

implications of decisions made during the

management of a construction project.

Enhance their understanding of the cost

implications of their design and engineering

decisions. The relationship between cost and

value will be better understood. Develop practical skills and abilities in applying

the techniques of quantification and valuation

of these cost effects.

CONTENTSBuilding Technology and Services

An understanding of building components and

construction. Topics include preliminary works,

preparation of large and restricted buildings, all

temporary works involved in the construction of

large buildings, different types of foundationsand their methods of construction & conditions

for use, the different types of walls & materials

used in construction, the construction of

timber, steel & concrete stairs, different types

of doors & windows & their methods, different

types of finishings, prefabricated components,

suspended ceiling, civil engineering works and

airport runway construction.

An understanding of building services. Topics

include the principles and application of water

supply, sanitation systems & ventilation, natural

& mechanical methods of ventilation, mechanicalplants & electrical supply and installation.

Building Measurement

It covers the fundamentals and principles of

standard method of measurement. Students

will be taught taking-off to measure building

quantities for foundations, reinforced concrete

structural works, steelworks, masonry works,

finishing, joinery, glazing, roof covering,

building services and external works. IT

applications relevant to Quantity Surveying

work, focusing on applications such asElectronic Measurement System, E-Tendering,

and E- Submission will be covered.

Cost Estimating

Fundamentals of cost estimating involving cost

data, cost indices, construction cost in relation

to time and present and future values; Owners

capital cost estimation involving building

cost, land values and development, land cost

and social development, grants and taxation

concessions and cost of financing the project;

Contractors cost estimation involving pre-tender price, preliminaries, cost of labour, hire

or purchase of mechanical plant, preliminaries,

preparation of estimates for structural works,

structural steelwork, architectural, plumbing

and basic electrical works.


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WHO SHOULD ATTENDConstruction personnel who

aspire to be Quantity Surveyor

or Cost Manager.

Professionals working

in property and facility

management who wish to

enhance their knowledge of

building cost management.

EXAMINATION & AWARDOF CERTIFICATEParticipants must attain

at least 75% of physical

attendance and complete all

assignments to acceptable

standards to be eligible to take

the examinations. Those whopass the examinations and

complete all assigned projects

will be awarded the Specialist

Diploma in Building Cost

Management.

Contract Administration & Procurement Principles

Pre-construction planning chart, manpower and resource scheduling, site organisation

and supervision, understanding various types of insurance (e.g., first party, third party,

etc). Managing sub-contractors, project monitoring, problem solving and post-construction

activities, lump sum and BQ contract, interim progress claims / payment, variation orders

and claims, delay and extension of time, liquidated damages, fluctuation costs, project final

account and maintenance period.

Principles and objectives of procurement practices, customer satisfaction, sourcing, selectionand supplier certification, JIT concepts, value techniques - cost saving tool, capital equipment

procurement decision making, analytical methods for purchasing, negotiation techniques,

case studies.

Cost Control Techniques

The need for cost control, budgets and budgetary control, owners feasibility studies, project

capital finance and expenditure forecasting; Principles and techniques of cost control during

inception, scheme design and detail design stages including elemental cost analysis and

planning and cost planning during feasibility, outline proposal and scheme design; Contractors

cost control over working capital, construction resources, profitability, company budgeting for

contract costs, price changes and variation and contractors project cost control system.

Project & Risk Management

Project initiation: owners needs and objectives, project strategy and scope denition, selection

of design firms and contractors.

Preparation of early estimates: estimates check list, documentation, reviews, risk assessment

and analysis, contingency.

Project budgeting: economic feasibility study, design budgets and contractors bid.

Project and risk, project organisation and phases, risk and value management, qualitative

and quantitative methods for risk management, principles of risk modelling and simulation,

information technology for risk management, managing financial risks in construction

projects, contract and risk.

Building Law An understanding on the general legal principles, methodologies and the regulatory

framework (including security of payment, planning, environmental and building regulations).

Topics include contract methodologies and selection (including traditional & alternative forms

of contracting), subcontract issues, cause of action, liability arising in contract, negligence

and on other grounds, insurance and performance security, contractual claims and disputes,

dispute resolution and relevant case studies.

Life Cycle Costing and Value Engineering

An understanding of life cycle costing, its purpose and the economic technique through

identifying and quantifying all initial and on-going costs associated with assets over a

buildings expected life. The impact of new legislation for environmental sustainability on

LCC for sustainable development. Cost considerations for capital outlay which includes majorreplacement, refurbishment and upgrade and the operational outlay which includes repairs

and maintenance, property and support services, utilities and statutory fees.

The history of value analysis, areas of application, principles of the methodology, useful

definitions and methodology of value engineering will be covered.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of valid employment

pass/work permit and possess one of the following qualifications:

a) A diploma (min course duration of 2 years) or equivalent qualication

b) A relevant Advanced Certicate / Higher NITEC / Advanced NBQ with 2 to 3 years of relevant

work experience

c) A relevant certicate with 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience

d) NITEC / Higher NBQ with at least 5 years of relevant work experience


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BUILDINGINFORMATION

MODELLINGBuilding Information Modelling (BIM) has become one of the mostexciting developments in the building and construction industry inrecent years. As an integrated design and documentation tool usedto enhance communication and collaboration among all the projectstakeholders, BIM has already begun changing the way architects,engineers, contractors and building owners work together. Withstrategic implementation, BIM will significantly improve the design andconstruction process through more integrated project coordination. BIMhas also been identified as one of the key technologies to be adopted

under BCAs S$250-million Construction Productivity and CapabilityFund (CPCF) to help the local construction industry improve productivityand enhance its capability.

The Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling (BIM) aimsto impart in-depth knowledge on BIM fundamentals and to developstrategic skills for BIM project planning and implementation. It willfocus on BIM applications for effective design analysis, productivedesign and construction coordination and holistic facility management.BIM standards and guidelines as well as BIM project case studies willalso be included.

Upon graduation, participants can look forward to career opportunitiessuch as BIM Project Coordinators/leaders, BIM Managers/Consultants/Specialists.

OBJECTIVESThe Specialist Diploma in BIM is a 5-month part-

time programme. The objectives of this

programme are:

To equip participants with fundamental

knowledge for the adoption of BIM including

the skill-sets required for the desired changeto processes in the building lifecycle;

To familiarize participants with BIM standards,

guidelines and strategies for BIM project

planning and implementation; and

To equip participants with relevant skill-sets

to use BIM for design analysis and project

coordination among different parties and

disciplines

CONTENTSBIM Fundamentals

BIM Concepts & Terminologies / BIM Benefits &

Evolution / BIM Modelling Requirements / BIM

Modelling Methods / BIM Discipline Models /

BIM Model & Exchange / BIM Software Tools,

Interoperability & Design Integration / BIM

Application Areas / Advanced BIM Technologies

BIM for Facility Management

Introduction to FM / BIM Benets for FM Integration

of FM System & BIM / BIM-Based FM Tools / BIM

for Operation / Case Study

BIM Standards and Implementation Strategies

BIM Standards & Guidelines / BIM System Setup

& BIM Model Specifications / BIM Implementation

Strategies (Company Level) / BIM Execution Plan

(Project Level) / Introduction to BIM Related Legal

Issues & Risk Management

BIM for Design Coordination and Documentation

Introduction / Challenges / Design Process for

BIM / BIM for Documentation & Submission / BIM

for Design Visualization & Spatial Coordination /

Multi-Discipline Model Integration & Strategies /

BIM Objects, Team Work and BIM Server / BIM-

Based Project Review & Coordination / BIM for

Early Stage QTO & Costing Hands-on BIM Lab

Sessions

BIM for Design Analysis

BIM Model Checking and Quality Assurance /

BIM for Quantity Take-Off and Costing / BIM

for Sustainability & Energy Analysis / BIM forStructural Analysis / BIM for Buildability &

Constructability Assessment / Hands-on BIM Lab

Sessions

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WHO SHOULD ATTENDThis Specialist Diploma

Programme is designed for

the upgrading of technical

personnel, professionals,

and CAD managers/executives who are keen to

enhance their skill-sets and

implementation strategies

for employing BIM for more

effective design analysis and

project coordination. Potential

participants include designers,

consultants, contractors,

project coordinators, project

managers, CAD/BIM managers,

operators, draftspersons and

BIM modelers.

EXAMINATION &AWARD OF CERTIFICATEA participant must attain at

least 75% of physical



standards to be eligible to

take the examination. Those

who pass the examinationand complete all projects will

be awarded the Specialist

Diploma in Building

Information Modelling (BIM).

BIM for Construction Planning and Coordination

Introduction / Construction Process for BIM / Project Information Preparation & Site Planning /

Construction Project Information Coordination /4D BIM for Project Schedule Visualisation / 5D

BIM for Construction Project QTO & Costing / As-Built BIM / BIM for Precast & Prefabrication /

Hands-on BIM Lab Sessions

BIM Case Studies

Overseas Case Studies / Local Case Studies

BIM Project

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of valid employment

pass/work permit; and possess one of the following qualifications in a relevant discipline:

a) A diploma (min course duration of 2 years) or equivalent qualication

b) A relevant Advanced Certicate / Higher NITEC / Advanced NBQ with 2 to 3 years of relevantwork experience



In addition, applicants applying for Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling (BIM)

must also have at least 6 months of BIM hands-on experience relevant to their work and a

general/basic understanding of all the disciplines (especially Architectural/Structural/MEP) as

the basics will not be taught. If not, applicants will need to attend a bridging course to obtain

such software skills before signing up for this BIM Specialist Diploma programme. Such BIM

bridging courses are available from the software vendors. Applicants are also advised to havepersonal laptops that can run the latest versions of BIM programmes (educational licence, eg,

Autodesk Revit) for their Project work.

Please submit relevant BIM skill certificates/documents together with the application. Below is a

list of BIM skill certificates and/or documents acceptable:

Certicates of BIM Modelling hands-on courses (min 3 days) on BIM software such as Revit,

ArchiCAD, Bentley and Tekla, etc; or

Certicate of Successful Completion of BIM Modelling Certication Courses by BCA Academy

(Architecture/MEP/Structure Track); or

A letter from the applicants company certifying that the applicant has relevant BIM project and

modelling skills experience.


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CONSTRUCTIONMANAGEMENTIn land scarce Singapore, the building and construction industry plays

a critical role in our citys advancement and urban regeneration. Witha high volume of building and infrastructure, the construction industry

is offering great employment prospects and earning potential for

construction professionals, such as higher level supervisors, project

coordinators, construction managers and project managers.

The Specialist Diploma in Construction Management will equip

you with skills that are essential in managing construction projects

successfully. The comprehensive curriculum ranging from technical

subjects, quality, safety, contract & cost management to legal studies

and information technology will prepare you for an outstanding career

in the construction industry.

OBJECTIVESThis 9-month part-time specialist diploma

programme aims to equip participants with

a thorough understanding of construction

processes, project planning and scheduling,

construction costs management, procurement,

contract administration, law and management.

It aims to develop well-rounded construction

managers who will have the skills to source,

secure and effectively manage construction

projects.

CONTENTSConstruction Processes

Precast, Prestressed & False Works: Pre-

cast systems, applications, advantages and

limitation, aspects of design, production,

storage and site erection / Pre-stressed

systems, applications, and constructionprocedures & safety / Concrete formwork &

falsework / Scaffolding

Architectural & Waterproong: Specialist

architectural systems: waterproofing systems,

lightweight internal partitioning systems,

facade systems sunshading devices, louvers,

solar panels, gondola systems & rainwater

discharge system

Mechanical & Electrical Services: Construction

processes, specification and requirements /

Code of Practice and Standards, inspection,

commission and hand-over / Application

procedures for approval

Deep Excavation Temporary Works: Basic

knowledge of soil mechanics, temporary earth

retaining systems, work sequence for deep

excavation, instrumentation, safety of deep

excavation construction & risk management

Principles of Law

Contract law: principles of contracts; remedies

for breach of enforceable contractual

obligations / Company law: concepts of limitedliability and the separate legal personality

of corporate entities; duties and liabilities

of directors; judicial management. Sale of

goods / The law of torts: general principles of

negligence in business transactions

Cost Management & Control Techniques

Introduce the processes and procedures of

cost management as a cost control tool during

the pre and post tender construction phases of

a project, the impact of design on the cost-in-use and life cycle cost of buildings


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WHO SHOULD ATTENDProject managers, engineers,

builders, system specialists,

technical professionals,

project coordinators, M&E

coordinators,M&E supervisors

and building trade supervisors.

EXAMINATION & AWARDOF CERTIFICATEA participant must attain at least

75% of physical attendance

and complete all assignments

to acceptable standards to be

eligible to take the examination.

Those who pass all subject

examination and complete allprojects within 3 years from

the date of commencement

will be awarded the Specialist

Diploma in Construction

Management.

Quality, Environmental & Safety Management

Construction Quality Management for Structural, Architectural and M&E Works: Bonus

scheme for construction quality, overview of CONQUAS 21, structural, architectural works &

M&E works assessment and work control standard

Environmental Control at Construction Sites: Wastewater system. Sanitary, sewerage &

drainage systems; flood problems, vector control, air pollution control, noise control &

monitoring, control of infectious diseases, refuse management (including waste minimisation),Code of Practice and Statutory requirements

Safety Management on Construction Sites: Elements of safety management system. Safety

promotion, evaluation, aselection & control of sub-contractors, safety inspections, maintenance

regime, hazard analysis, control of movement & use of hazardous substances & chemicals,

emergency preparedness, occupational health programme

Management of Construction Contracts

Knowledge on the management of construction contracts including forms and condition

of contracts, specifications, bills of quantities, claims and arbitration and interpretation &

application of articles and condition of building contract lump sum contract

Project Management & IT Application

Techniques of project management using a structured approach. Comprehensive coverage of

all stages of projects. Activities & transactions of a project. IT applications in project planning

& scheduling. Basic understanding of building measurement

Management and Organisation

Basic functions of management: planning, organising, leading and controlling; motivation

theories and techniques; leadership styles; monitoring and rewarding employees performance;

analysis of organisational environment and management of change.

Supply Chain Management

Procurement planning and practice; performance review of subcontractors and suppliers;

network sourcing; inventory cost and control; application of barcode and radio frequency

technologies; and warehouse management. Development of subcontractors and suppliers

case study.

Business Presentation & Negotiation Skills

Business communication, types of presentation, use of graphs and diagrams. Negotiation

steps and techniques. Cultural factors affecting negotiation in Asia. Situation strategy and

underlying interest.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of a valid

employment pass/work permit; and possess one of the following qualifications:

a) A diploma (minimum course duration of 2 years) or equivalent qualication


work experience




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FACILITY & ENERGYMANAGEMENTEnvironmental sustainability is increasingly gaining ground in the

building and construction industry, buoyed by global concerns on climate

change and limited natural resources. With the rising trend towards

green technologies and renewable energy in the built environment,there is now a critical need for professionals that are proficient in energy

management to operate buildings for optimal building performance.

The Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy Management equips youwith essential knowledge to plan and manage building operations

and maintenance efciently. The programme also incorporates Energy

Management modules to give you the added competitive edge.

Upon graduation, you can work effectively as facility management

executives in management corporations, building maintenance and

building refurbishment firms or be technical specialists in energy

service companies.

OBJECTIVESThe Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy

Management is a 9-month part-time programme

that aims to equip participants with the skills and

knowledge to:

Understand the statutes relating to facility

management, such as risk management,

Building Maintenance & Strata Management

Act, Building Control Act and Town Council Act;

Use the facility management tools for operation

and maintenance planning and management;

Carry out maintenance on general building

facilities, such as the building interiors,

claddings, building envelopes and roofs;

Manage the operation and maintenance

functions of the building services, such as the

ACMV system, electrical system, re protection

system, plumbing and sanitary systems, lift and

escalator, filtration system; Develop competency in energy auditing works,

energy efficiency technologies and energy

economics;

Conduct structural appraisal on existing

buildings and carry out refurbishment works.

At the end of the course, participants should be

able to carry out efficient facility management

with the knowledge of how various systems in a

building interact and how preventive maintenance

should be applied. Participants will also be

able to conduct audit investigation and energy

measurement using different tools.

CONTENTSFacility Management & Building Legislation

Facility Management / Building Legislation /

Space & Asset Management / Risk Management

Energy Management & Renewable Energy

Energy Audit & Measurement / EnergyManagement & Economics / Solar Technologies

Building Retrofit & Maintenance

Building Interiors / Building Envelope & Cladding

/ Wet Areas / Structural Appraisal / Structural

Repairs and Refurbishment / Architectural

Repairs and Refurbishment

Mechanical Systems

ACMV System / Plumbing, Sanitary & Gas

System / Fire Protection System / SwimmingPool Filtration System / Indoor Air Quality &

Legionella


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WHO SHOULD ATTENDEngineers, architects, project

managers, facility managers,

estate officers, estate

managers, maintenance

supervisors, project

coordinators, supervisors andthose who wish to enhance

their knowledge in managing

facilities & building energy

performance.

EXAMINATION & AWARDOF CERTIFICATEA participant must attain


attendance and complete allassignments to acceptable



who pass the examination

and complete all projects will


Diploma in Facility & Energy

Management.

Electrical Systems

Power Generation & Distribution / Efcient Lightings / Lifts & Escalators / Communication &

Security System

Final Project

Each student is required to submit an individual project on developing & implementing a facility

maintenance, refurbishment or energy conservation plan for a building. Students will taketurns within an allocated time frame for presentation, questions & answers.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of a valid employment

pass/work permit; and possess one of the following qualifications:



work experience



COURSE ADVANCEMENTGraduates of Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy Management can choose to pursue a

Bachelor of Construction Management through the University of Newcastle, Australia.


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INTERIOR &LANDSCAPE DESIGNInterior and landscape design is about exploring space within a

building and outside the building. And with design disciplines merging

across the board, aspiring interior and landscape designers will have

to take inspiration from architecture, landscape, product, graphic art

and visual culture to perceive space, while considering wider issues

such as the environment, functions and form.

The Specialist Diploma in Interior & Landscape Design is structured

to equip you with the knowledge of principles and theories in interior

and landscape design, and how they are applied in real life. From ideaconception to planning and creating interior and exterior spaces, you

will explore new technologies to improve your design solutions and

gain critical knowledge of building and material science to understand

the behavioural, social and physical requirements of design in the built

environment.

Upon graduation, you will qualify to work as technical specialists in theinterior and landscaping design industry.

OBJECTIVESAt the end of the course, the participants would

have built a solid knowledge-base in the many

facets of an interior or landscape design project,

from planning and design to implementation. They

would have grasped the general concepts and

methodologies, acquired the basic vocabulary &

typology of interior and landscape design. Theywould also possess proper methods of detailing

with sufficient knowledge in building science &

materials to meet the behavioural, social & physical

requirements of design in the built environment.

CONTENTSTheory & History of Interior Design

Development of design vocabulary through the

theoretical study of thematic concerns, popular

culture & ideologies

Overview & brief history of design & arts

movements

Introduction to the vernacular expressions in the

asian context particular to tropical architecture

Drawing Conventions

Graphical illustration with linework, toning

& typography to represent depth, breadth,

transparency & texture.

Visual language & layout composition, scale,

presentation techniques

Manual drawing techniques in 2D & 3D

technical drawings. Includes plans, sections &

elevations, axonometric & perspectives.

Design Studio 1 Principles & Methods

Principles of Design

Interior space planning methodology theory

of the cube and the surrounding surface plane

as form & space studies, overview of volume,

light, contours & textures

Introduction to 3D CAD for design presentation

Application of design parameters in studio

sessions

Scenography Colour psychology and concepts

Signage, graphics, art & artifacts

Lighting principles & technology daylighting,

artificial lighting, mood & effect lighting

Building Science

Fundamentals of construction technology

& services Structure / Plumbing / M&E

systems/ Fire Protection / Building automation

& communication

Impact of building services on interior design

& importance of multidisciplinary collaboration Acoustic & climate control

Building authority requirements, introduction to

Green Mark for buildings


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WHO SHOULD ATTENDProject Managers, architects,

engineers, project coordinators,

interior designers, landscape

designers, supervisors and

those who wish to cross over to

a new field.

EXAMINATION & AWARDOF CERTIFICATEA participant must attain at

least 75% of physical





who pass the examinationand complete all projects will


Diploma in Interior &

Landscape Design.

Interior Technology

Aesthetics versus human anthropometry & ergonomics

Building materials and components usage & selection

Assembly & construction detailing of elements

Building regulations, introduction to Universal Design and Green Mark for interiors

Design Studio 2 Design Application Residential design

Commercial & Retail design

Exhibition design

Hospitality design

Project Part 1: Interior Design

Preparation of project with 1 day project presentation. (Students will take turns within an

allocated time frame for presentation, questions & answers). Oral presentation will be required to

complement visual presentation.

Students are to apply their gained knowledge to develop a project proposal in any application type

according to individual interest. This is to be discussed with the course trainer & submitted to him

or her for approval. Submission requirements include scaled drawings with plans and sections as well as 3D

projections demonstrating layout & concept; samples showing material selection and detailing as

well as overall desired ambience.

Concepts & History of Landscape Design

Introduction to popular themes & traditions from Western, Islamic, Chinese, Japanese, Balinese,

& tropical gardens, to modern contemporary designs

Incorporation of landscape design to complement the built environment and to create the Spirit

of the Place

Landscape Elements & Technology

Introduction to horticulture Use of softscape components: basic botanical characteristics, selection & maintenance of

common plants

Application of hardscape components: Surface nishes, pergola, decks, small outdoor structures,

street & garden furniture, artifacts & water features

Introduction to skyrise greenery, sustainable landscape & micro-climatic control

Landscape Design Studio

Indoor-outdoor relationships, intimacy & scale

Effects & mood setting to add vibrancy & dazzle, to calm or to mystify

Strategy application serial vs still visions, creation of vistas & framed views

Project Part 2: Landscape Design

Students are expected to expand & develop an overall a medium sized landscape design scheme to arrive at an innovative solution

Submission requirements include scaled drawings with plans, sections as well as 3D views demonstrating layout & concept; samples showing

material selection and detailing as well as overall desired ambience.

Oral presentation will be required to complement visual presentation

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of a valid employment pass/work permit; and possess one of the

following qualifications:


b) A relevant Advanced Certicate / Higher NITEC / Advanced NBQ with 2 to 3 years of relevant work experiencec) A relevant certicate with 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience



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M&ECOORDINATIONThe growing complexity of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) servicesin commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructural projects have

made the role of an M&E coordinator increasingly important. Properplanning and coordination of M&E services are central to the success

of building projects, playing key roles in building aesthetics, operational

efficiency and optimal building maintenance.

The Specialist Diploma in M&E Coordination designed to meet the

increasing sophistication in building design as demanded by the

market. It aims to equip individuals with the technical knowledge of

industry best practices as well as managerial skills to undertake both

conventional and specialised building projects. The Specialist Diploma in

M&E Coordination is recognised by BCA as a technical qualication thatis acceptable for M&E work head registration under BCAs ContractorsRegistry.

Upon graduation, participants can look forward to become M&E

engineers, property executives and facilities executives. The SpecialistDiploma also serves as a stepping-stone to technically advanced

positions such as project managers or M&E managers.

OBJECTIVESThis 9-month part-time specialist diploma

programme aims to familiarise participants with

the Design & Build concept, BCAs CORENET

e-submission, safe practices related to M&E

works, M&E services, building structures and

architectural construction, specifications,

negotiating skills etc. The course emphasizes

training on CAD coordination drafting and active

learning via class discussion. At the end of the

course, the participant should have acquired the

skills and knowledge to:

Understand the construction, installation and

inspection of mechanical and electrical services

in construction projects

Interpret M&E, architectural and structural

drawings and prepare penetration and

coordination drawings

Plan and execute the coordination of M&Eservices installation

Carry out safe work procedures and installation

practices

Appreciate Government Departments rules and

requirements and make timely submissions for

approvals and inspections

Communicate effectively with consultants and

sub-contractors

CONTENTSUnderstanding Site Organisation andContract Administration

Construction site organization / Roles and

contractual relationship between parties /

Roles and responsibilities of M&E coordinator

/ Construction plant hoist, generator and

pumps / Law of contract / Types of design

and construction approaches / Contents

of construction contracts / Standard form

of contracts, variations, payment, claims

and defects / Attendance provided by main

contractor and sub-contractors / Interpretingspecifications / Contractual risks

Understanding the Principles, Installation &

Inspection of M&E Systems

Construction processes, specication and

performance requirements of M&E services /

Relevant codes of practice and standards for

the equipment and materials for M&E services

/ Working principles, key components and

installation methods / Inspection, testing and

commissioning / Application procedures forapproval, installation works and connection to

services mains / Procedures for handling over

M&E services


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WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Project managers, engineers,

system specialists, project

coordinators, M&E coordinators

and building trade supervisors.

EXAMINATION & AWARD

OF CERTIFICATE

A participant must attain






who pass the examination

and complete all projectswithin 3 years from the date of

commencement will be awarded

the Specialist Diploma in

M&E Coordination.

Understanding Building Structures and Architectural Construction

RC and structural steel, precast and prestressed concrete, at slab, frames construction

and sequence / Architectural systems - building envelope, ceilings, internal partitions, oor

systems, system furniture construction and work sequence

Understanding the Principles, Installation & Inspection of M&E System in Specialised

Facilities

Construction processes, specication and performance requirements of M&E services /

Working principles, key components and installation methods / Inspection, testing and

commissioning / Procedures for handling over M&E services

Understanding and Production of Drawings

Interpretation of structural, architectural and services drawings / AutoCAD practice /

Coordination of services in M&E plant rooms, ceiling space and below raise oor / Interfacing

of structural, architectural and services / Preparation of penetration and coordination drawings

Understanding Installation Practices

Basic leveling and using surveying instruments / Underground services survey, detection anddrawings / Excavation and shoring for M&E pipe laying / Structural supports, thermal and

acoustics insulation for M&E equipment and pipes / Installation for ease of identication and

protection against mechanical damage / Maintenance considerations for accessibility and

future parts replacement

Understanding Safe Work Practices and Planning of Works

Safe Work Practices / Planning techniques including CPM, PERT and line-of-balance / Develop

short term weekly plans and daily schedules / Using planned schedule for extension of time

claim / Minutes writing / Negotiating skills

Documentation and Building Development Procedures

Rules and requirements for applications and permits to commence work / Approvals required

for TOP and CSC / Introduction to CORENET e-Submission / O&M manuals, warranties and

as-built drawings for submission on hand-over of works / CONQUAS assessment standards

Project & Presentation

Students will be required to submit an individual report related to the course of study and do

a presentation to a panel of assesors

Holders of Certificate in M&E Coordination will be exempted from these subjects

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder of a valid employment

pass/work permit; and possess one of the following qualifications:



work experience




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Administration Details and General Information

Course

Code Specialist Diploma Programmes DurationFull Fee

Commencement

Schedule

74051 Specialist Diploma in Building Cost Management285 training hrs

(9 months, 2 semesters)S$5,390.00

July 2014

74056 Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling165 training hrs

(5 months, 1 semester)S$5,940.00

74037 Specialist Diploma in Construction Management285 training hrs


74019 Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy Management285 training hrs


74015 Specialist Diploma in Interior & Landscape Design285 training hrs


74033

Specialist Diploma in M&E Coordination285 training hrs


For holders of Certicate in M&E Coordination(Exempted from subjects as shown on Page 14 & 15)

138 training hrs (with exemptions) S$3,200.00

FREQUENCY:3 to 4 times a week

TIME:6.30pm to 9.30pm on weekdays. There may also be lessons on Saturdays.

VENUE: BCA Academy

COURSE DELIVERY: English

Closing date for application of all Specialist Diploma Programmes will be 6 June 2014.

For enquiries, please call 6248 9999; or email to [email protected] programme fees subsidy amount is pending approval from WDA.

WDA COURSE FEE GRANT

The grant is applicable to Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents only.

BCA Academy reserves the right to claim back the funded course fee from the participant / sponsoring company in the event that the participant

fails to achieve 75% attendance or pass the assessments or have violated the rules or code of conduct set by BCA Academy.

The funded course fee is subjected to revision by WDA.

Skills Development Fund (SDF)

Companies are required to enrol their staff (Singaporean or Singapore Permanent Resident) through WDAs SkillsConnect system @ www.

skillsconnect.gov.sg. Eligible applicants will pay the balance of course fee (inclusive of GST) after the SDF support.


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WITHDRAWAL

If the notice of withdrawal is received by BCA Academy 14 working days or more before the course/semester commencement date,90% of the fee paid will be refunded. If the notice of withdrawal is received by BCA Academy between 4 to 13 working days before the

course/semester commencement date, 75% of the fee will be refunded. If the notice of withdrawal is received by BCA Academy less than

4 working days before the course/semester commencement date, no refund will be given.

REPLACEMENT

Replacement of participants is allowed if the substitute meets all the entry requirements and the request is made at least 4 working days

before the course/semester commencement date.

DEFERMENT

If the application for deferment is received by BCA Academy 14 working days or more before the course/semester commencement date,

an administration fee of 10% of the original course/semester fee is chargeable. If the application is received by BCA Academy less than

14 working days but more than 3 working days before the course/semester commencement date, an administration fee of 25% of the fee

is chargeable. No deferment is allowed if the notice is received by BCA Academy less than 4 working days before the course/semester

commencement date. Under this circumstance, the case will be treated as a withdrawal unless the registered participant decides to

proceed with the original course.

PROGRAMME SWITCHING

Application for programme switching must be submitted to the BCA Academy at least 4 working days before the course/semester

commencement date. If the application is approved, the participant may be given a refund if the fee of the new programme is lower than

that of the original programme. However, any refund arising from programme switching shall not be more than 10% of the fee of the

original programme.

ENGLISH SCREENING TEST

Applicants under the following categories shall take an English Screening Test (at a fee of $23.00, inclusive of GST) conducted by

BCA Academy to enable the Academy to assess their enrolment eligibility. An English Screening Test is applicable for the applicants if:

i) They do not possess a Diploma or NCCS certicate; or

ii) They are holding Degrees or Diplomas issued by countries where English is not the main medium of instruction

Alternatively, applicants can take the ESS Workplace Literacy test from WDA and obtain a pass at level 6 or higher.

Funding and subsidies offered by third party organisations for BCA Academy courses and programmes under the Skills Development

Fund (SDF), Workforce Training and Upgrading Scheme (WTU), Skills Re-development Programme (SRP) and other relevant schemes or

programmes, are subject to approval. BCA Academy is not to be held liable if funding and subsidies are either granted at a reduced amount

or not granted at all. Further, BCA Academy reserves the right to amend the details of any course or programme, revise the course or

programme fees without prior notice, cancel or postpone the course or programme and change the venue of the course or programme.

SPDIP.210514.0004


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Given Name (as in Passport / NRIC):

Preferred Name:

Home Address:

NRIC / FIN No:

Place of Birth:

Email:

Alternative Email:

Postal Code:

Postal Code:

Office Contact No.:

Home No.:

Mobile No.:

Date of Birth:

Work Permit No.: Passport Expiry Date: Religion:

Chinese Characters:

Nationality: Race:

(in BLOCK letters / underline surname)

(for foreign applicants)

(if applicable)

(DD/MM/YYYY)

* For Singaporeans / PR Only

Gender: Male / Female (please circle)

IC Type: Pink / Blue (please circle)

1. PERSONAL PARTICULARS

APPLICATION FORM:Part-time Programme Only

Programme Applied: ____________________________________________________

Company UEN No.:

Training Grant Application No (TG):

WDAs SkillsConnect Account No:

Company Name:

Company Address:

Nature of Business (Briefly describe):

Brief description of your duties:

Contact Person: Designation:

Contact Person Email: Date Joined Companny:

GST Registered Company : YES / NO (please circle)

2. CURRENT EMPLOYMENT

Please enclose a copy of academic qualification together with the application.

3. QUALIFICATIONS (Highest Academic and Technical Qualifications)

From Year To Year Qualification Institution Country

For Official Use Yes No

Meet Entry Requirement

Meet Special Qualification

Officer-in-charges name/signature/date

200 Braddell Road Singapore 579700 Tel: 6248 9999 Fax: 6258 0558


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4. PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT

5. APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION

In view of my formal qualification(s) as listed in Item 3, I would like to apply exemption for the following courses:

1. ___________________________________ 2. ___________________________________ 3. ___________________________________

Others: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

6. PAYMENT MODE

*Cash / Nets / Credit Card (Cash payment must be made personally at BCA Academy)

Payment by GIRO - Bank Account No.: _________________________________________________________________________________

(should be the same bank account as indicated in the Direct Debit Authourisation form submitted to BCA Academy)

Payment by Cheque - Cheque No.: _______________________________________ Dated: _____________________ for $ _____________

(Cheque should be crossed, marked account payee only and made payable to Building and Construction Authority)

7. How did you find out about BCA Academy and its programme? (Please tick accordingly)

Friends Newspaper Website Others (please specify) _________________________________________

8. DECLARATION (Please tick accordingly)By submitting this application/registration form, I/We hereby declare that:

a) BCA can disclose to other government agencies and/or the Government any information relating to me/us in connection with, arising from or relating to thisapplication, including but not limited to my/our personal particulars and my/our test results.

b) Particulars given in the form are true and correct in every respect, and understand that the application will be disqualified if any

information given is found to be untrue and the fees paid will be forfeited.

c) The above applicant meets the entry requirements as stated in this brochure.

d) BCA Academy reserves the right to accept or reject the application for whatever reason and no refund of fees will be made for withdrawal

on or after the commencement of the course which the applicant has been accepted.

e) The company will sponsor the above applicant and apply for SDF subsidy

We, the applicant company, agree and undertake to pay BCA Academy the Skillsconnect Training Grant amount in full if the registered trainee(s) does not satisfy or

comply with the terms and conditions of the course and/or the Skillsconnect Training Grant and/or WDA Training Assistance scheme. We, the applicant company,

further agree and undertake to pay the full subsidy amount or any portion of the subsidy amount in the event that, for whatever reasons, the WDA does not pay to

BCA Academy the subsidy amount or any part thereof.

f) For company using GIRO for payment

Our Direct Debit and Direct Credit Authorisation for GIRO application with the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) still remain in force. We authorise BCA to

issue instructions to our bank/finance company to debit our account for the total amount shown above for the purpose of course registration.

Company Designation Duration Job Description

FOR OFFICIAL USE

Application No.: ______________________________________ Official Receipt No.: ______________________________________

From:

To:

From:

To:

From:

To:

Company Stamp (For company application)

Name: __________________________________________________

Signature / Date: ___________________________________________ *Company / Individual Applicant

Funding and subsidies offered by third party organisations for BCA Academy courses and programmes under the Skills Development Fund (SDF), Workforce Training and Upgrading Scheme (WTU), Skills Re-development Programme (SRP) and otherrelevant schemes or programmes, are subject to approval. BCA Academy is not to be held liable if funding and subsidies are either granted at a reduced amount or not granted at all. Further, BCA Academy reserves the right to amend the details ofany course or programme, revise the course or programme fees without prior notice, cancel or postpone the course or programme and change the venue of the course or programme.


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200 Braddell Road Singapore 579700

Tel: 6248 9999

Fax: 6258 0558

www.bcaa.edu.sg

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