Parents’ Briefing on Secondary 3 Secondary 3 Subject ... · 1/4/2019 2 • Sec 4 N(A) students have the following progression opportunities: • To apply for any of the programmes

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Parents’ Briefing onSecondary 3

Subject CombinationProgramme Overview

• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School

Counsellor)• Q & A

Parents’ Briefing onSecondary 3 Subject Combination

Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School


Criteria

Sec 2Normal

(Academic)

Transferred to 3 Express

• Met minimum attainment level and• Minimum of 70% in the overall

percentage of all subjects combined

Promoted to 3 Normal (Academic)

At least Grade 5 or better in• English and 2 other subjects, or• 4 subjects

Retained at 2 Normal (Academic)

Has not met minimum attainment levelNote: Below maximum age

Criteria for Promotion to Sec 3 NA Criteria for Promotion to Sec 3 NT

Criteria

Sec 2Normal

(Technical)

Transferred to 2 Normal (Academic)

• Met minimum attainment level and• Minimum of 70% in the overall

percentage of all subjects combined

Promoted to 3 Normal (Technical)

At least Grade 5 or better in • 2 subjects, one of which should be

English or Mathematics

Retained at 2 Normal (Technical)

Has not met minimum attainment levelNote: Below maximum age


Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria

• Post-Secondary Education Pathways

• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School


Post-Secondary Education Pathways

Sec 4E

JC / MI

Sec 5N

PFP ITEDPPPoly

Sec 4N Sec 4T

University

ELMAB3 ≤ 12

Note: some courses have additional specific subject requirements

ELMAB3<19

ELMAB3<19

L1R5≤20 (JC)L1R4≤20 (MI)

ELR2B2

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• Sec 4 N(A) students have the following progression opportunities:

• To apply for any of the programmes above, students must satisfy the minimum entry requirements of the specific programmes.

• A strong foundation in literacy, numeracy and reasoning would ensure students are better prepared for these progression pathways.

• Therefore, students are encouraged to deepen their knowledge in English, Mathematics and Science. 7

Polytechnic Foundation

Programme (PFP)

Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic

Programme (DPP)

Nitec Courses Secondary 5 N(A)

Progression opportunities for Sec 4 N(A) Progression opportunities for Sec 4 N(A)

ELMAB3(EL + Maths + Best 3)

• English (EL)• Mathematics (MA)• Best 3 subjects (B3)

Additional pathways for 4NA since 2013

• Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

• Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP)

1-year foundation programme in Polytechnic

3-year diploma programme in Polytechnic

2-year Higher NITEC course in ITE

2 or 3-year diploma programme in

Polytechnic

Progression opportunities for Sec 4 N(A)


• Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

Criteria

• ELMAB3 ≤ 12 (excluding CCA bonus points)

• EL ≤ 3 or EL ≤ 2 (for certain courses: Business & Management,

Media & Design, Humanities)

• MA ≤ 3

• Other three subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 3

https://pfp.polytechnic.edu.sg/PFP/index.html


1-year foundation programme in Polytechnic

3-year diploma programme in Polytechnic


• Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP)

Criteria

• ELMAB3 ≤ 19 (excluding CCA bonus points)

• EL ≤ 4 or EL ≤ 3 (For business and services courses)

• MA ≤ 4

• Any other three subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 5

https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/definitely-des


2-year Higher NITEC course in ITE

2 or 3-year diploma programme in

Polytechnic

PFP and DPP• Posting is based on merit and subject to vacancies in open

competition.

• Applicants may combine their GCE ‘O’ and ‘N(A)’ Level results to compute their ELMAB3 aggregate score, for merit-based admission into PFP and DPP.

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GCE ‘O’ Level Grade GCE ‘N(A)’ Level GradeA1 – B3 1B4 – C6 2D7 – E8 3

Conversion Table for ‘O’ Level to ‘N(A)’ Level Grade

Note:

• For PFP, GCE ‘O’ Level grades of E8 & F9 and GCE N(A) grade of U will not be considered for the computation of the aggregate score.

• For DPP, GCE ‘O’ Level grade of F9 and GCE N(A) grade of U will not be considered for the computation of the aggregate score.

• If a student has taken the same subject at both the GCE ’N’ and ‘O’ Levelexaminations, only the better of the two grades will be used in the computation of his/her ELMAB3 aggregate.



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PFPMinimum Entry Requirements for PFP

Refer to https://pfp.polytechnic.edu.sg/PFP/index.html for full range of courses under Groups 1 and 2

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Coursecluster

Minimum entry requirements

• Group 1 courses

• ELMAB3 ≤ 12• EL ≤ 3 • MA ≤ 3• Comb Sci / F&N / D&T ≤ 3• Any other two subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 3

• Group 2 courses

• ELMAB3 ≤ 11• EL ≤ 2 • MA ≤ 3• POA / E Lit / Hist / Geog / Comb Humans / Art ≤ 3• Any other two subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 3

DPPMinimum Entry Requirements for DPP

Refer to https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/definitely-des for full range of courses under the course clusters.

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Course cluster Minimum entry requirements• Applied Sciences • Engineering• Info-

CommunicationsTechnology

• ELMAB3 ≤ 19• EL ≤ 4• MA ≤ 4• Any other three subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 5

• Business & Services

• ELMAB3 ≤ 19• EL ≤ 3• MA ≤ 4• Any other three subjects (excluding CCA) ≤ 5

• Sec 4 N(T) students have the following progression opportunities:

• To be eligible, students must satisfy the minimum entry requirements of the specific course.

• A strong foundation in literacy, numeracy and reasoning would ensure students are better prepared for these progression pathways.

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NitecCourses

Transfer to Sec 4 N(A)

Progression opportunities for Sec 4 N(T)

• Posting is based on merit and subject to vacancies in open competition.

– Based on aggregate of the best 4 GCE ‘N’ Level subjects, including pre-requisite subjects and bonus points (where applicable); and

– Met course-specific entry requirements.

• Many Nitec courses require a pass in subjects such as English, Mathematics and Science – good foundation in these subjects is critical to students performing well in the corresponding Nitec courses.

• Doing well in these subjects in secondary school, especially at the higher level, will position students better to perform well in ITE.

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Posting to Nitec Courses

Minimum Entry Requirements

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Course Minimum Entry Requirement• Nursing 3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in

English, Maths, and one other subject

OR

2 GCE ‘O’ Level Grades (Grade 1-8) in any two subjects

• Applied Food Science• Chemical Process Technology• Community Care & Social Services• Aerospace Machining Technology• Electronics, Computer Networking & Communications • Microelectronics• Fashion Apparel Production & Design • Info-Communications Technology (Cloud Computing) • Info-Communications Technology (Mobile Networks &

Applications) • Info-Communications Technology (Networking &

Systems Administration) • Medical Manufacturing Technology • Opticianry• Rapid Transit Technology • Visual Effects

3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) inMaths or Science, and two other subjects

OR



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Course Minimum Entry Requirement

• Business Services • Finance Services • Fitness Training • Floristry • Food & Beverage Operations • Pastry & Baking • Travel & Tourism Services • Visual Communication • Western Culinary Arts

3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) inEnglish, and two other subjects

OR


• Aerospace Avionics • Aerospace Technology• Digital Audio & Video Production • Electrical Technology (Light & Sound) • Electrical Technology (Power & Control)• Social Media & Web Development • Space Design (Architecture) • Space Design (Interior & Exhibition)

3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) inMaths, and two other subjects

OR




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Course Minimum Entry Requirement• Asian Culinary Arts • Automotive Technology (Heavy Vehicles) • Automotive Technology (Light Vehicles) • Beauty & Wellness • Digital Animation • Facility Technology (Air-conditioning & Refrigeration) • Facility Technology (Landscaping Services) • Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) • Facility Technology (Vertical Transportation)• Hair Fashion & Design• Laser & Tooling Technology • Logistics Services• Mechatronics • Mechanical Technology • Product Design • Retail Services • Security Technology

Completed GCE ‘N’ or ‘O’ Level

Computation of ITE aggregate points• The computation of ITE aggregate points for O Level, N(A) and N(T)

subject grades for merit-based admission is shown in the tables below.

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N(A) Grade ITE Aggregate Point

1, 2 13 24 35 4U 5

N(T) Grade ITE Aggregate Point

A 1B 2C 3D 4U 5

ITE bonus points• Bonus points are awarded when an applicant has been deemed eligible

and is being considered for posting based on merit.

• We would like to encourage students, if they are able, to challenge themselves by taking N(A)-level subjects.

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Types of Bonus Points Number of Bonus Points Awarded

N(A) Passing Grades:Grades 1–5 for pre-requisite subjects (e.g. English, Mathematics, Science) for the course applied for

2 points for each pre-requisite subject, up to a max of 4 points

CCA Grades: • A1 – A2• B3 – C6

2 points1 point

Worked Example on ITE bonus points• Melissa obtained the following grades at the ‘N’ Levels and is applying

for the Nitec in Microelectronics course.

• MER for Nitec in Microelectronics: 3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in Mathematics or Science, and two other subjects

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Subject Grade ITE Aggregate points

English Language Syllabus T

D 4

Basic Chinese C 3Mathematics Syllabus T A 1Science Syllabus T B 2Elements of Business Skills

D 4

Mathematics Syllabus A 3 2

Worked Example on ITE bonus points• Subjects included in aggregate calculation (highlighted in yellow):

• Raw aggregate = 10 (The better Mathematics grade is used.)• Bonus points = 2 [for passing Mathematics at ‘N(A)’ level]• Net aggregate = 10 – 2 = 8 23

Subject Grade ITE Aggregate points

English Language Syllabus T

D 4

Basic Chinese C 3Mathematics Syllabus T A 1Science Syllabus T B 2Elements of Business Skills

D 4

Mathematics Syllabus A 3 2

Example of student who has done wellMoses Woo Jian Wen• N(T) student who took N(A) Mathematics at upper secondary• Went on to ITE and graduated with Nitec in Electrical Technology, GPA

of 4.0 (compared to an average GPA of 2.5 for all Nitec graduates)• Currently enrolled in a Diploma in Electrical Engineering course at Ngee

Ann Polytechnic (NP) • Seized opportunities for holistic development

– Willingness to apply and challenge himself in other non-academic areas

– President of the Dance Sport Club at NP– Active involvement in community projects e.g. ‘Safe and Bright

Homes’ to install energy-saving and water-conserving equipment in the homes of low-income families

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Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways

• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School


2020 Subject Combinations(Normal Academic)

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3

English English English

Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue

Elementary Mathematics Elementary Mathematics Elementary Mathematics

Humanities SS + Elective Geography OR SS+ Elective History



Science Chemistry/Physics OR Chemistry/Biology



Principles of Accounts (POA) Additional Mathematics (AM) Design & Technology (DT) OR Food & Nutrition (FN) OR Art

6 Subjects 6 Subjects 6 Subjects

Criteria for Selected Subjects(Normal Academic)

Subject CriteriaPrinciples Of Accounts (POA) EL ≥ 50% and Math ≥ 50%Additional Mathematics (AM) Math ≥ 70%Elective History History ≥ 50%Elective Geography Geography ≥ 50%Design & Technology (DT) DT ≥ 50%Food & Nutrition (FN) FN ≥ 50%Art Art ≥ 50%

2020 Subject Combinations(Normal Technical)

Option 1 Option 2

English English

Mother Tongue Mother Tongue

Mathematics Mathematics

Computer Applications Computer Applications

Science Science

Smart Electrical Technology (SET)

Design & Technology (DT) OR Art

6 Subjects 6 Subjects

Criteria for Selected Subjects(Normal Technical)

Subject CriteriaSmart Electrical Technology (SET) Science ≥ 50%Design & Technology (DT) DT ≥ 50%Art Art ≥ 50%


Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations

• Brief introduction of key subjects

• Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School


HumanitiesCraft and TechnologyPrincipal of Accounts

Science / SETMathematics

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Ms Samantha

Subject Introduction(Humanities) Choosing Your

Upper Sec HumanitiesJURONGVILLE SECONDARY HUMANITIES DEPARTMENT BRIEFING FOR SEC 2S

Inter-dependenceCause & effect

Physical & human processesChange & continuity

Appreciating multiple

perspectivesCritical analysis of

informationSynthesis of information

EmpathyCross-cultural

awarenessActive contribution

to society

Concepts Skills Values

The Humanities prepare you for life

For entry to PolytechnicsCombined Humanities is the first relevant subject to be counted for entry to the following poly courses:

Business & Management

Media & Design (e.g. Advertising, Mass Comm, Filming)

Humanities (e.g. Early Childhood, Psychology)

(for PFP)You need a minimumof 3 in CombinedHumanities for Group2 courses

Overview of Upper Sec Humanities

Combined Humanities (100%)

Social Studies (50%)*Compulsory*

Elective Humanities (50%)

- Geography OR- History OR

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Remember! Social Studies is compulsory.

Now then, what about the Elective Humanities?

Should you do Geography or History?

Geography and History Electives at ‘O’ and ‘N’ Levels

Elective HistoryElective Geography

Interest AptitudeYour

choice

• Reading• Thinking• Writing

• Current interests• Future

educational / career interests

How to choose your Elective:

DO NOTchoosebased onteachers whotaught you inlower sec, orbased onwhat yourfriends aredoing.

Regardless of which Elective you choose in the end,you should still:

Mdm SharifahMr Ronald Wong

Subject Introduction(Craft and Technology)

Design & Technology (DT)

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Design and technology is about providing opportunities for students to develop their capability,

combining their designing and making skills with knowledge and understanding in order to create

quality products.

Design & Technology Design & Technology – ‘N’ LevelNORMAL ACADEMIC NORMAL

TECHNICALPaper 1: Written Examination EXP/NA : 40%NT : 30%

Written Examination

(1.5 hour paper)

WrittenExamination

(1 hour paper)

Paper 2:

Design Project EXP/NA : 60%NT: 70%

Design Journal-A3 design sheets-mock-ups-prototype

Presentation Board

(20 weeks)

Design Journal-A3 design sheets-mock-ups-prototype

Presentation Board

(20 weeks)

Part A – Short Answer Questions

Part B – Structured Questions

Expectations & Assessment

Part A – Design Journal

Part B – Presentation Boards and Artefact

Expectations & Assessment

Expectations & Assessment Expectations & Assessment

ARTEFACTPRESENTATION

BOARDS

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Future OpportunitiesPossible/Available Courses in IHL

• Aeronautical Engineering • Aerospace Electronics • Aeronautical Technology • Bioengineering • Clean Energy Management• Electronic & Computer Engineering • Electrical & Electronic Engineering• Marine & Offshore Technology • Mechanical Engineering • Mechatronics and Robotics • Precision Engineering • Product Realisation • Resort Facilities Management • Systems Engineering

• Architecture • Audio-Visual Technology • Automation & Mechatronic• Biomedical Engineering • Communication Engineering • Computer Engineering • Control Engineering • Microelectronics • Nano Technology • Network Systems & Security• Power Engineering • Civil Engineering with Business• Environmental Mgt & Water Technology• Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management

ART

As an academic subject in the school curriculum, art is integral to the holistic development of every student.

The aims of art education are to enable every child to• enjoy art,• communicate visually, and• make meaning through

connecting with society and culture.

ARTArt & Design– ‘N’ Level

NORMAL ACADEMIC

Paper 1:

Coursework (60%)

To complete 5 A2 boards of preparatory studies and 1 Coursework in 5 months.

Paper 2:

Drawing and Painting

3 hours(40%)

To complete 5 A3 sheets of preparatory studies in 3 weeks.

To complete 1 A3/A2 Final Drawing & Painting during the examination

Sample of ‘N’ Level Coursework1) Preparatory Work: 5 pcs of A2 Boards2) 1 Coursework (Painting, Mixed Media work, Illustration, etc)

Art & Design– ‘N(T)’ Level *(new syllabus)NORMAL TECHNICAL

Paper 1:

Art Task

3 hours(40%)

To complete 5 A3 sheets of preparatory studies in 5 weeks.

To complete 1 A3 Final Drawing & Painting during the examination

Paper 2:

Portfolio

18 weeks(60%)

To complete 5 slides of Digital Journal (preparatory studies).

To complete 2 Art and Design Works. One Fine Art submission and one Design submission.

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Sample of ‘NT’ Level Paper 2: Portfolio

1 Fine Arts1 Digital Work

• 1 Fine Arts• 1 Digital Work

19. Media & Communication SP 20. Interactive Media Design TP 21. Interior Architecture & Design TP 22. Interior Design SP 23. Mass Communication NP 24. Motion Graphics & Broadcast Design NYP 25. Moving Images TP 26. New Media RP 27. Product & Industrial Design TP 28. Product Design & Innovation NP 29. Retail & Hospitality Design TP 30. Sonic Arts RP 31. Space & Interior Design NYP 32. Technology and Arts Management RP 33. Visual Communication NYP 34. Visual Communication TP 35. Visual Communication and Media Design SP 36. Visual Effects and Motion Graphics SP

POLYTECHNICS DIPLOMA : DESIGN & MEDIA

1. 3D Interactive Media Technology TP 2. Advertising & Public Relations NP 3. Animation & 3D Arts NP 4. Apparel Design & Merchandising TP 5. Chinese Media & Communication NP 6. Communication and Information Design RP 7. Design for Interactivity RP8. Digital Animation SP 9. Digital Media Design (Animation) NYP10. Digital Media Design (Games) NYP 11. Digital Media Design (Interaction Design) NYP 12. Digital Visual Effects NP 13. Environment Design TP 14. Experience and Product Design SP 15. Film, Sound & Video NP16. Game Design RP 17. Games Design & Development SP 18. Industrial Design NYP

Future Opportunities

Higher Nitec Courses• Higher Nitec in Visual Merchandising ITE College Central

Nitec CoursesSchool of Design & Media, ITE College Central• Nitec in Digital Animation• Nitec in Fashion Apparel Production & Design• Nitec in Product Design• Nitec in Space Design (Architecture)• Nitec in Space Design (Interior & Exhibition)• Nitec in Visual Communication• Nitec in Visual Effects• Nitec in Interactive Media Design

• LASALLE College of the Arts• Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)

Future Opportunities

Food & Nutrition (FN) for Secondary 3NA Briefing by: Miss Chan-NFS Teacher29 March 2019

• develop students’ understanding of the concepts of nutrition and meal planning.

The aims of the 3NA syllabus are to:

• develop students’ understanding of the link between diet and health.

• equip students with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions concerning food and nutrition.

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F&N assessment scheme (‘N’ level)

Common Misconception: F&N is all about cooking.

Reality: Heavy on Research &

Theory Application

Food & Nutrition – ‘N’ LevelNORMAL ACADEMIC

Paper 1: Written Examination (40%)

Written Examination(1.5 hour paper)

Paper 2: Coursework (60%)

To complete a 30 page coursework report(4 months)

Practical Examination (Duration-2 hours):- Prepare 3 skillful dishes individually

Total marks based on practical24/60

Paper 1 – Written Exam

Part A – Short Answer Questions

Part B – Structured Questions

Part C – Open-ended QuestionsCandidates need to complete • 2 essay questions ‘N’ (40% of paper)

Expectations & Assessment Paper 2 – Coursework Report

Paper 2 – Practical Examination

Mr Ng Boon Teck

Subject Introduction(Principles of Accounts)

For 3NA only

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About Principles of AccountsCandidates will acquire basic knowledge in double entry and develop the ability to prepare, present, and analyse financial statements for trading and service business.

Skills sets required:• identification skill

• classification skill

• analytical skill

Outcomes for learning POA:• train a candidate to become disciplined, orderly, systematic

and analytical.

Expectations of Students

Students are expected to:

• have high aptitude for numbers• strive for accuracy• be neat and meticulous• be hard working (need to remember many different

accounting formats and procedures)• be a critical thinker• prefer deskbound, practice-oriented lessons as compared

to hands-on lessons (Coursework)

Paper 1 – Written Paper (40%)Duration: 1 hour3 - 4 compulsory questions.

Paper 2 – Written Paper (60%)Duration: 2 hoursSection A: 3 compulsory structured questions Section B: Choose 1 out of 2 structured questions

For Post Secondary Admission 1) JC or MI Admission: - Could be considered as one of the elective subjects in the computation of - L1R5 (as R4 or R5) and - L1R4 (as R3 or R4)2) Polytechnic Admission: - Depending on the polytechnic course applied for, it could be counted as a “relevant subject”, or- A “best subject in the computation of ELR2B2

Principles of Accounts (O & NA Level)

AssessmentAssessment

Ms Hazel NeoMr Tan Chong Chay

Subject Introduction(Science / Smart Electrical

Technology)

Science Education

Lower Secondary Science

Pure Science (Only for Express students)

CHEMISTRYPHYSICSAND/OR

BIOLOGY

Combined Science(For Express & NA students)

SCI- CHEMISTRYSCI- PHYSICS

ORSCI- BIOLOGY

Physics or Biology?

• Interest• Aptitude

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Physics or Biology?• Future career options

Smart Electrical Technology (SET)Aims to equip students with the basic knowledge of electrical circuits and

systems and skills in planning and designing a smart home using internet-and-phone enabled home automation technology/systems.

Electric Circuits Laws, Power and Energy in an Electrical Circuit, Electrical Hazards and Protection, Electric Cables, Electrical Test Instruments and Conventional Lighting Circuit.

Home Automation Basics, Wireless Networks and radio frequency, Installing and Programming Devices.

Installing relevant mobile apps, Control of electrical and security equipment/systems via mobile phone.

Electrical Principles and Circuits Home Automation Related NitecCourses

Electrical Technology

Facility Technology

Electronics

For 3NT only

Overview• Electrical Principles and

Conventional Lighting• Home Automation

Electrical Principles and Conventional Lighting• Basic Electricity Principles• Connection of simple

residential lighting circuits

Home Automation• Common Technology in

Home Automation• Installing and programming

smart control of lighting circuits in homes

Smart Electrical Technology

Practical Assessment

at End of Secondary 3

Practical Assessment


Theory Examination


AssessmentAssessment

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How are MOE-ITE AS assessed? Written and practical components constituting

30% and 70% respectively of the final score

Scheduled within the GCE N-Level Examination Timetable each year

Paper Mode Weighting Time

1 Written 30 % Oct - Sec 4

2 Practical 30 % Sep - Sec 3

3 Practical 40 % Sep - Sec 4

Certification & ITE Admission

– Jointly certified by MOE and ITE

– Considered as equivalent to an N-level subject for admission to ITE Nitec courses

– SET can be used in lieu of N(T) Science for admission into selected Nitec Science & Technology courses that require a pre-requisite pass in Science/Maths.

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List of Nitec CoursesNitec Course School

Aerospace Machining Technology School of Engineering

Electronics (Broadband Technology & Services)

School of Electronics & Info-commTechnology

Electronics (Computer & Networking) Electronics (Display Technology) Electronics (Instrumentation) Electronics (Microelectronics) Electronics (Mobile Devices)

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List of Nitec CoursesNitec Course School

Medical Manufacturing Technology School of Engineering

Rapid Transit Technology Info-Communications Technology (Cloud Computing)

School of Electronics & Info-comm Technology

Info-Communications Technology (Networking & Systems Administration)


Info-Communications Technology (Mobile Networks & Applications)


Opticianry School of Applied & Health Sciences

Fashion Apparel Production & Design

School of Design & Media

Visual Effects School of Design & Media

Mr Ang Ghim Chee

Subject Introduction(Mathematics)

Why study A Math?

Long Term• Develop good thinking

and reasoning skills • Acquire deep Math

knowledge• Appreciate beauty

and power of Math

Short Term• Pre-requisite for JC/MI H2

Math• Support learning engineering

& applied sciences in Polytechnic

• A better grade in Math

WHY What to expect for A Math?

It covers 3 content strands • Algebra• Geometry & Trigonometry• Calculus

Mathematical processes: 21st Century Competencies - Thinking & Reasoning, Communication, Application

WHAT

How to be offered A Math?

• A good score in Sec 2 Math.

• Strong in Algebra.

• Interest in Math.

• Willing to work hard & spend long hours on Math.

HOWParents’ Briefing on

Secondary 3 Subject Combination

Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects

• Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise

• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School Counsellor)

• Q & A

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Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise

Mid Oct• Release of End-of-Year results

End Oct• Submission of online Google form for

Subject Combination Selection (End Oct)

Early Nov

• Release of outcomes via email (Early Nov)

Considerations for Subject Allocation Exercise

Students’ choice(s)

Students’ overall results in Sec 2

Subject and/or option criteria

Teachers’ inputs and recommendations

Electives offered are subjected to the number of

students choosing that particular elective and availability

of school resource

Subject combination is subjected to number of eligible

students and availability of school resource

Multiple Pathways

Who am I?• Child’s strength• Child’s interest & passion

Where am I going?• Career direction, if any• Have good knowledge of the

JC/Poly/ITE course requirements

How do I get there?• Wise Subject Combination Choices (Be realistic)

Your child is probably feeling this right now …

How can you help your child?Identify Preferences

• Observe your child’s strengths and interests.• Speak to them about it, considering results.

Engage in Discussions• Have casual conversations about their aspirations. • Keep an open mind, allow them freedom to dream. • Guide their education and career choices.

Show Concern and Support• Encourage your child/ward to set appropriate targets…• … and to work hard to qualify for their subjects of choice

Work with Schools• Discuss education and career prospects with teachers.


Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise

• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School Counsellor)

• Q & A

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Programme Overview• Promotion Criteria• Post-Secondary Education Pathways• 2020 Subject Combinations• Brief introduction of key subjects • Workflow of Subject Allocation Exercise• Cohort findings on Student Survey (By School

Counsellor)

• Q & A

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