Language & Communication 1

This subject exposes students to a variety of texts to cultivate in them an appreciation of a wide range of authentic discourses and to enable them to develop purposeful communication skills and language use in context.
Language skills and features associated with applicable genres are delivered thematically.

Research & Reasoning 1

This subject introduces students to information literacy skills through a project that integrates the skills acquired in Language & Communication 1.
The topics include: Formats and types of information; identifying a research topic; accessing information efficiently; evaluating information and sources of information; avoiding plagiarism; organising and communicating information.

Logical Thinking 1

This subject allows students to build a good foundation in basic Mathematics skills.
The topics taught include basic number operations and standard notation, mensuration, fractions, algebraic manipulation, solving of algebraic equations and logarithm.

Personal Development & Effectiveness 1

This subject is the first module of the preparatory programme to develop students in their personal development to become effective learners with good character as they make their transitional journey towards polytechnic education.
This subject provides the theoretical concepts and practical arena for students to examine and build upon their cognitive, psychological, social and moral domains. It enables students to learn values through hands-on activities.

Fitness & Wellness 1

The F&W modules aim to provide an overview of the 5 components of physical fitness; Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility and Body Composition. The modules cover the fundamentals of fitness, strength and conditioning through Resistance Band workout, Swiss Ball exercise, Trampoline exercise, Weight Resistance workout etc.
Opportunity to experience the rigour and robustness of Aqua-aerobics, Dance or Self-Defence in a social and recreational setting will also be provided.

Living Chemistry 1

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge to explain basic concepts in chemistry. They would also learn the basic laboratory skills and methods required for this subject.

Economics

This subject provides practical knowledge and understanding of basic economic reasoning and principles.

Conceptual tools of economic analysis such as demand and supply, and behaviour of individuals and firms will be introduced. This is followed by a study of macroeconomic indicators, the government's macroeconomic objectives and policy tools. Singapore's strategies for economic development will also be discussed.

Understanding Design

This subject prepares students in the understanding of the role and responsibilities of design.

This subject aims to introduce students to the basic knowledge of design, and its different applications.

Engineering Science 1

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to explain basic concepts of general Physics: energy, matter, and their interrelationships.

It includes topics on Speed, Velocity, Acceleration, Forces, Mass, Density,
Turning effects of Forces, Moments, Gravity, Stability.

Economics

This subject provides practical knowledge and understanding of basic economic reasoning and principles.

Conceptual tools of economic analysis such as demand and supply, and behaviour of individuals and firms will be introduced. This is followed by a study of macroeconomic indicators, the government's macroeconomic objectives and policy tools. Singapore's strategies for economic development will also be discussed.

Introduction to Computer Science

This subject introduces the students to the development of computers, from the first models to the present day vast breadth of IT domains. It enables students to explore the basic logic, fundamental science and technologies which accompany the computer revolution and evolution. It provides students with computational thinking skills which follow IT development and computer science.

Topics include:

• Classification of knowledge (basic nature and limitations) and computability
• The Von Neumann Model
• Elementary Automata and Turing machine
• Syntax and semantics, in programming languages
• IT domains
• Binary mathematics and basic Boolean logic
• Fundamental science and technologies used in the IT industry
• Computational thinking (abstraction and automation)

Living Biology 1

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to explain basic concepts in cellular organization, fundamentals of genetics and microbiology.

Understanding Business

This subject aims to provide students with basic understanding of business and management. Students will also acquire knowledge and skills to function effectively in work groups and contribute to the achievement of organisational objectives.

Colour Appreciation

This subject equips students to appreciate and work with colour based on the application of colour theory and colour schemes.

Prototyping

The objectives of this subject are to impart to students the practical skills of building a project and to understand the process cycle on completing the prototype.

This subject introduces the use of mechanical hand-tools, electrical and standard electronics laboratory tools and equipment.

Understanding Business

This subject aims to provide students with basic understanding of business and management. Students will also acquire knowledge and skills to function effectively in work groups and contribute to the achievement of organisational objectives.

Professional IT Skills

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills of integrating and applying the utilities tools with that of accessing and managing digital information sources.

Topics include

• Word processing
• Spread sheets and Data Analysis Functions
• Digital Presentation
• Online Information Literacy

Language & Communication 2

This subject builds on the knowledge and skills acquired by students in Language & Communication 1 and spirals to a higher level of proficiency and sophistication.
Delivered thematically, Language & Communication 2 introduces students to critical thinking, listening, reading and writing.

Research & Reasoning 2

This subject reinforces the skills learnt in Research & Reasoning 1 and provides additional opportunities for students to utilise these in a research project that integrates problem-solving skills and communication skills acquired in Language & Communication 1 and 2.

Mathematics & Logical Thinking 2

This subject equips students with mathematical and logical thinking skills for problem solving.
The topics taught include graphs, angles, trigonometry, calculus, set theory and statistics & probability.

Personal Development & Effectiveness 2

This subject is the second module of the preparatory programme to develop students in their personal development to become effective learners with good character as they make their transitional journey towards polytechnic education. As in PDE 1, this subject provides the theoretical concepts and practical arena for students to examine and build upon their cognitive, psychological, social and moral domains.
Through hands-on activities, this second module focuses on the effectiveness of the individual's personal development on society and the community.

Fitness & Wellness 2

The F&W modules aim to provide an overview of the 5 components of physical fitness; Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility and Body Composition. The modules cover the fundamentals of fitness, strength and conditioning through Resistance Band workout, Swiss Ball exercise, Trampoline exercise, Weight Resistance workout etc.
Opportunity to experience the rigour and robustness of Aqua-aerobics, Dance or Self-Defence in a social and recreational setting will also be provided.

Living Chemistry 2

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge to explain basic concepts in chemistry. They would also learn the basic laboratory skills and methods required for this subject.

Understanding Customers

This subject aims to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills to explain key concepts in building relationships with customers and understanding their buying behaviour.

It also aims to develop students' problem solving capabilities and basic marketing skills required in these areas.

Visual Storytelling

This subject helps students consolidate design learning at DES and also learn to use design as a form of expression. It will use primarily their drawing skills to develop a story board sequence to express themselves. Students may also choose to develop this storyboard into a video or series of collages.

Engineering Science 2

This subject introduces students to the fundamentals of Physics in the area of electricity and magnetism, which covers wave properties, electricity principles, circuit analysis, electro-magnetism and introductory electronics.

Understanding Customers

This subject aims to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills to explain key concepts in building relationships with customers and understanding their buying behaviour.

It also aims to develop students' problem solving capabilities and basic marketing skills required in these areas.

Logic & Algorithm

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge of logic thinking and algorithm for problem solving. It covers the basic techniques and practical strategies of brain building and put the powerful tools of thinking skills to solve problems.

Topics include:

• Critical thinking skills
• Methods of problem solving
• Process workflow charting

Living Biology 2

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to explain fundamental concepts of metabolism, anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Accounting

This subject aims to enable students to develop an understanding of the general framework of the basic accounting principles and develop skills in processing accounting information.

It covers double-entry bookkeeping, profit determination and contents of financial reports.

Students will have opportunities through various learning methods, such as project work, to apply the knowledge to real world situations.

Understanding Form

This subject introduces students to appreciate and explore visual and physical attributes of form by observation and application of principles that are fundamental to design.

Computing & Programming

This subject aims to provide students with a fundamental coverage of the major software and hardware elements in computing and programming.

It introduces the elements involved within a computer program. It enables students to apply fundamental concepts in analyzing, designing, implementing, debugging and testing programs.

Accounting

This subject aims to enable students to develop an understanding of the general framework of the basic accounting principles and develop skills in processing accounting information.

It covers double-entry bookkeeping, profit determination and contents of financial reports.

Students will have opportunities through various learning methods, such as project work, to apply the knowledge to real world situations.

Social Media & IT Trends

This subject aims to help students evaluate and understand how social media and IT influence the way people conduct business, learn and engage others.

Topics include:

• Influence of Social Media & IT
• Issues and Use Social Media & IT
• Leveraging on Social Media & IT