Course Overview
Have you always been fascinated with the world of aircraft? Whether it's appreciating the complexity of a plane's engine or researching how heavy aircraft can soar above the clouds, turn your fascination into passion with our Diploma in Aerospace Engineering!
In this course, you will gain a strong foundation specialising in aerodynamics, aircraft engines, as well as aircraft structures and systems. Your learning journey includes a six-month practical training in our Lufthansa Technical Training (LTT) Centre, opportunities for overseas study trips in Germany and the USA, as well as attachments in aerospace organisations in Singapore and beyond.
As TP is the only local polytechnic certified by the CAAS as an Approved Maintenance Training Organisation (AMTO) for the full spectrum of SAR-66 basic modules, you can get direct credits that will shorten your subsequent professional Aircraft Maintenance Licence (AML) apprenticeship by up to 10 months.
Our diploma will prepare you for career opportunities in aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and component manufacturing. In addition, if you aspire to be a pilot, you can take flying lessons as part of your Student Internship Programme in your final semester of study to get that coveted Private Pilot Licence (PPL).
You will get a Certificate of Recognition (SAR Part-147 Approved Basic Training Course)
upon completion of the required modules in this course too.
The sky is the limit for you with our Diploma in Aerospace Engineering!
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Entry Requirements
To be eligible for consideration for admission, applicants must obtain 26 points or better for the net ELR2B2 aggregate score (i.e. English Language, 2 relevant subjects and best 2 other subjects, including CCA Bonus Points) and meet the minimum entry requirements of this course. CCA cannot be used to meet the minimum entry requirements.
English Language (EL1)*
Mathematics (E or A)
Any one of the following subjects
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Computing/Computer Studies
- Design & Technology
- Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
- Physics
- Science (Chemistry , Biology)
- Science (Physics, Biology)
- Science (Physics, Chemistry)
Note: Applicants should not be suffering from partial or complete colour vision deficiency, uncontrolled epilepsy, profound hearing loss or severe vision impairment.
* SPM / UEC holders must have a minimum of grade 6 for the Bahasa Inggeris (English Language) subject.
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- TPFUN
You will be taught engineering materials, hardware and aircraft maintenance practices during your attachment to the TP-Lufthansa Technical Training Centre. You will also gain invaluable experience as an aerospace professional through your internship in an aerospace engineering company in the industry.
Cluster Elective Subjects
Students to choose one of these elective clusters:
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAE3020 | Aerospace Maintenance Practices
The subject provides fundamental knowledge and understanding of aircraft maintenance practices as well as materials and hardware for ab initio engineers studying for their Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), Singapore Airworthiness Requirements (SAR-66) basic knowledge examination paper for the subject module Materials and Hardware (M06) and Maintenance Practices (M07) leading to the aircraft maintenance licence for category B2 maintenance engineers. This subject covers safety precautions, work practices in an aircraft maintenance environment, mechanical and electrical tools, generic aircraft systems and inspection techniques, ferrous, non-ferrous and composites materials, types of corrosion and their identification, bolts and rivets fastener, piping, control cables and also the electrical components of the aircraft systems. |
16 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAE3015 | Aircraft Structures & Composites
The subject will provide a firm foundation in airframe structures, design application and testing of composites in aircraft. The focus on stress and strength computational analysis, as well as design philosophies and concepts, will enable you to troubleshoot, analyse and develop possible repair schemes on the airframe structures competently. |
4 | ||
| EAE3022 | Engine Maintenance & Workshop Practices
This subject will equip you with the knowledge and skills to perform basic maintenance and engine build & strip, as well as carry out inspection and identify suitable repair processes for various gas turbine components. The subject also covers workshop safety and basic workshop practices so that you are able to develop safe practices and work efficiently with the basic hand-skills acquired. This foundation will equip and suitably prepare you for an exciting career in the engine Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) sector. |
4 | ||
| EMP3002 | Major Project
This subject will give you an opportunity to integrate and apply the skills and knowledge gained during your course of study prior to the Major Project (MP). The engineering design thinking process developed through the MP will enable you to frame problems adequately, create more ideas and develop the best solution. The team-based MP also gives you the opportunity to work as an integrated product team so that you are well prepared for project-based careers in the aerospace industry. |
8 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMP3002 | Major Project
In this subject, you will work in teams to integrate and apply your skills and knowledge to implement your projects in a practical work-and-learn environment. Besides research, design, analytics, project management, communication and problem solving skills, the emphasis will also be on innovation, teamwork and self-learning. |
8 | ||
| EED3015 | Guided Work-Based Learning
This is a guided learning subject that introduces students to industry transformation knowledge and skills in the area of Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) in the context of major technical job roles in the industries. Students will work with their TP and company supervisors to chart out learning plan / contract and execute their individual workplace / project assignment, as well as monitor and reflect on their learning progress. The individual learning work-place/project assignment will be supported by acquisition of crucial knowledge and skill through relevant certification courses. |
8 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMP3002 | Major Project
In this subject, you will work in teams to integrate and apply your skills and knowledge to implement your projects in a practical work-and-learn environment. Besides research, design, analytics, project management, communication and problem solving skills, the emphasis will also be on innovation, teamwork and self-learning. |
8 | ||
| EME3007 | Engineering Principles & Practice
This subject focuses on the principles of how engineering systems work and fail, and the practice of how these systems are designed, built and valued. Given a practical engineering system (e.g. a drone) or an engineering event (e.g. the Challenger space shuttle disaster), for instance, you will be guided to deconstruct the system into inter-connected sub-systems. Following that, you will develop an understanding of how forces, energy flow and/or mass flow between the sub-systems impact the whole. |
4 | ||
| EMA3003 | Introductory Mathematics
At the end of the subject, you will be able to attain a level of proficiency in algebra and calculus equivalent to GCE A Level Mathematics. Major topics include: Sets, functions and graphs, polynomials and rational functions, inequalities in one variable, logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, sequences and series, techniques of differentiation, applications of differentiation, maxima and minima, increasing and decreasing functions, curve sketching, techniques of integration, applications of integration, areas, volumes of solids of revolution, solution of first-order ordinary differential equations by separation of variables and by integrating factor, complex numbers and vectors. |
4 | ||
| ESC3003 | Fundamentals of Physics
This subject covers two branches of fundamental physics: mechanics and electricity & magnetism. Topics included in mechanics are linear motion, circular motion, Newton’s laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, linear momentum, and simple harmonic motion. Topics included in electricity & magnetism are electric force, field & potential, current & resistance, DC circuits, electromagnetism and electromagnetic induction. |
4 | ||
| ESE3016 | Programming Methodology
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of problem solving by computing and programming using an imperative programming language. It is the first and foremost introductory course to computing. Topics covered include computational thinking and computational problem solving, designing and specifying an algorithm, basic problem formulation and problem-solving approaches, program development, coding, testing and debugging, fundamental programming constructs (variables, types, expressions, assignments, functions, control structures, etc.), fundamental data structures (arrays, strings, composite data types), basic sorting, and recursion. |
4 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECC3013 | Algorithms & Programming
This module covers fundamental programming concepts using Java or Python, covering data structures, algorithmic paradigms like Divide & Conquer and Dynamic Programming, and their application in problem-solving and data science. |
4 | ||
| EBZ3012 | Business Process Analysis & Solutioning
This module covers business process modelling and analysis. The goal is to identify the gaps in the business workflow and recommend the solutions based on technology solutioning or restructuring the workflows for process optimization. The course will ensure that you can smoothly translate enterprise business objectives into an effective IT solution architecture. Business process innovation has become a growing interest of several sectors due to the exponential growth of new technologies such as social media, big data, analytics, machine learning, IoTs and artificial intelligence. You will be exposed to the various technologies and their role in process innovation. |
4 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMA3004 | Mathematical Foundations of Computing
This module teaches introduction to the theory of discrete mathematics, which lays the foundation for computer science courses such as data structures, algorithms, relational database theory and cryptography. The topics covered in this course are mathematical logic, elementary number theory, recursion, set theory, functions, combinatorics and graphs. The course will consist of lectures and tutorials to help you understand the covered topics. |
4 | ||
| ECC3012 | Collaborative Software Development
This module covers software construction, software design issues, agile processes and project management techniques. The focus is to allow you to experience agile software development and project management by working in a team to develop a Java based web application. |
4 |
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECC3013 | Algorithms & Programming
This module covers fundamental programming concepts using Java or Python, covering data structures, algorithmic paradigms like Divide & Conquer and Dynamic Programming, and their application in problem-solving and data science. |
4 | ||
| ECC3014 | Operating Systems & Networking
This module covers fundamental knowledge in computing, and you can further specialise in areas such as Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Internet of Things (IoT), all of which have strong ties to operating systems and networking concepts. |
4 |
Special Electives
Students can opt to take Special Electives when offered. These optional subjects aim to stretch the students' potential to enable them meet their aspirations.
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EED3009 | Special Project 1
The focus of this subject is on the application of students’ existing domain knowledge to develop a deliverable. The subject will introduce new skills and knowledge specific to the project, as and when required. |
2 | ||
| EED3010 | Special Project 2
This subject provides opportunities for students to apply the acquired knowledge and skills, along with their fundamental and in-depth knowledge from different subjects to designing, developing, and implementing a well-engineered project solution. |
2 | ||
| EED3011 | Higher Engineering Skills 1
Higher Engineering Skills 1 and 2 aim to impart some special design and hands-on skills that allow you to acquire knowledge and skills that are not normally incorporated into a diploma programme. These Special Elective subjects will equip you with the skills and knowledge to participate in competitions and enable you to tackle real challenges. |
2 | ||
| EED3012 | Higher Engineering Skills 2
Higher Engineering Skills 1 and 2 aim to impart some special design and hands-on skills that allow you to acquire knowledge and skills that are not normally incorporated into a diploma programme. These Special Elective subjects will equip you with the skills and knowledge to participate in competitions and enable you to tackle real challenges. |
2 | ||
| EMA3001 | Higher Engineering Mathematics
The subject introduces mathematical concepts and techniques used in advanced engineering courses. You will learn topics in calculus such as limits and continuity, infinite series, improper integrals, multiple integrals, higher order differential equations, 2D and 3D analytic geometry, and partial differentiation. |
4 |
You will also take this set of subjects that equips you with the crucial 21st-century life skills you need to navigate the modern world as an agile, forward-thinking individual and team player.
| Subject Code | Subject | Credit Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTP1304 | Beyond the Classroom: Guided Learning
This subject empowers students to take charge of their personal learning in a chosen area of inquiry. Students will broaden or deepen their knowledge and skills, fostering a proactive approach to lifelong learning. Following a scaffolded process, students will design and execute a personalised learning plan that extends beyond traditional classroom walls. The journey culminates in a curated portfolio that highlights their achievements and growth. |
3 |
Career Prospects
As more aircraft ply our skies, more passengers take to air travel, and more cargo is flown across the globe, the aerospace and aviation sectors in Singapore and the region which has been expanding exponentially, will continue to grow from strength to strength.
You will be highly sought after as:
“My diploma gave me the foundation to pursue my passion at university, and equipped me with the relevant skills to flourish in the aerospace sector. My lecturers in TP have been the wind beneath my wings that have allowed me to soar ever higher.”
Hur Sin Haeng (2019)
Bachelor in Aerospace Engr, NTU (2023)
Application Engineer (Intern)
Corning Inc.
“TP has enabled me to get to where I am today. My diploma has given me not only technical competency, but also life skills that make me a better person. I am grateful to my lecturers and Care Person (CP) for the care and guidance that they provided me.”
Jackweel (2017)
Process & Equipment Engineer
Micron Semiconductor (Asia) Pte Ltd
B.Aerospace Eng, NTU (2020)
“This diploma course gave me the technical knowledge about aircraft – from the physics and dynamics of a plane, to industrial operations in the aerospace industry. With that, I was able to clinch the Gold award in the WorldSkills Singapore (Aircraft Maintenance) competition in my final year.”
Bryan Phang (2015)
Head, JunctionX Singapore /
Full-stack Developer
Junction Ltd
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