Friday, September 2, 2016

SkillsFuture Credit in Engineering: What's In it For You?


Learning for about a quarter of our lives is a sign that education is indeed an investment we should all be concentrating on. But having a job and earning income makes the notion of taking part-time diploma courses in Singapore a bit... overwhelming.

But as the saying goes, life is always a learning process. Singapore makes sure Singaporeans are constantly a step closer to fulfill their potential through SkillsFuture credit. Singaporeans have S$500 in credit to help them reach their full potential.

This is especially helpful given Singapore's stance to be leaders in the slowing global economy. Companies that are able to reorganize themselves during these turbulent times will be able to ride the wave when the world economy boosts itself.

Singapore's new SkillsFuture campaign is a good way to show support to the ever-growing job market. This is also a good way to ensure that Singaporeans are equipped with the knowledge they need to thrive and grow in the constantly-shifting markets of their fields of interest.

Here are just some of the SkillsFuture credit-approved courses in the fields of engineering and environmental industries:

  • Advanced Certification in Construction Productivity
  • Advanced Concrete Design using Eurocode 2
  • Application for Extension of Time - Factors for Success
  • Approved Crane Erector for Approved Crane Contractors (Tower Crane)
  • ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer Program on Integrated Design Modelling and Emerging ACMV Technology Efficient Healthy Buildings
  • Bachelor of Building and Project Management
  • Bachelor of Construction Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Facilities and Events Management
  • Basic Electrical Maintenance
  • Basic Plumbing Maintenance
  • Basic Powered Tools Usage
  • Behavioural Safety for the Construction Industry
  • BMSMA for Building Management Personnel
  • Bridging Course for Crane Operators
  • Builder Certificate in Plumbing & Pipe-fitting
  • Building Automation Concepts, Technologies and Practices for Green Buildings
  • Building Construction Supervisors Safety Course
  • Building Energy Modelling and Thermal Simulation
  • Certificate Course in Measurement & Verification of Central Chilled-Water Plant Efficiency
  • Certificate in Concrete Technology
  • Certificate in Construction Productivity Management
  • Certificate in Gas Technology
  • Certificate in Interior Finishing Co-ordination
  • Certificate in Levelling & Setting Out
  • Certificate in Pavement Construction & Maintenance
  • Certificate in Precast Concrete Construction Supervision
  • Certificate in Waterproofing Supervision
  • Certification Course for Green Mark Facilities Manager
  • Certification Course for Green Mark Facilities Professional Programme
  • Certification Course for Green Mark Manager
  • Certification Course for Green Mark Professional Programme
  • Certification Course for Site Investigation Supervisors
  • Certification Course for Universal Design Assessors
  • Certification Course in BIM Management
  • Certification Course in BIM Modelling (Architecture Track)
  • Certification Course in BIM Modelling (MEP Track)
  • Certification Course in BIM Modelling (Structural Track)
  • Certification Course in Design of Precast Concrete Structures for Engineers
  • Certification Course on Construction Law & Contracts
  • Certified QM/CONQUAS Managers Course
  • CET for CoreTrade Supervisor (Architectural)
  • CET for CoreTrade Supervisor (M&E)
  • CET for CoreTrade Supervisors (Structural)
  • CONQUAS Training for Builders
  • CONQUAS Training for Developers & Consultants
  • Construction Contract Administration
  • Construction Safety Orientation Course (CSOC)
  • Contract Drafting - The Technicalities and Legalities
  • Controlled Demolition of Building Structures
  • CORENET e-Submission System Training
  • Course on Project Management
  • Crawler Crane Operation (Operation)
  • Crawler Crane Operation (Theory)
  • Demolition Course for Renovation Contractors
  • Demolition Safety Course
  • CP5 on Low Voltage Electrical Installations (NEW)
  • CP88 on Temporary Electrical Installations (NEW)
  • Design and Simulation for Natural Ventilation
  • Design of Bolted and Welded Joints in Steel Buildings using Eurocode 3
  • Design of Lightning Protection System
  • Design of Precast Concrete Structures for Engineers
  • Design of Steel Structures using Eurocode 3
  • Design of Steel-Concrete Composite Structures using Eurocode 4
  • Develop A Risk Management Implementation Plan (BizSAFE Level 2)
  • Develop a Workplace Safety and Health Management System Implementation Plan (BizSAFE Level 4 )
  • Diploma in Construction Engineering
  • Diploma in Electrical Enginneering & Clean Energy
  • Diploma in Facilities Management
  • Diploma in Geo-Spatial Information and Technology
  • Ducting Installation for Air-Conditioning & Ventilation
  • Effective People Management for Construction Professionals
  • Efficient Building Envelope Design, ETTV and RETV
  • Efficient Central Air-Conditioning Design, Operation and Maintenance
  • Electrical Wiring Installation
  • Energy Efficiency for Electrical Systems
  • Energy Efficiency through Management and Audit
  • Essential Knowledge for Waterproofing Workers
  • Essential Knowledge in Building Legislation & Procedures for Building Plan Submission
  • Essential Knowledge in Construction Regulations & Management for Licensed Builders
  • Essential Knowledge in Local Regulations and Construction Practices
  • Explosive Power Tools Operation
  • Formwork Safety Course For Supervisors
  • Fundamentals of Air-Conditioning System
  • Fundamentals of Water System Design
  • Gas Basic Course
  • Gas Pipe Fitter Course
  • Gas Service Workers Course
  • Gas Supply Regulations & Practices
  • Geotechnical Instrumentation for Engineers
  • Good Governance for Management Corporation (with Enhancement)
  • Good Industry Practices (Aluminium Window)
  • Good Industry Practices (Marble/Granite/Ceramic Tiling)
  • Good Industry Practices (Painting)
  • Good Industry Practices (Timber Doors, Wardrobe & Kitchen Cabinet)
  • Good Industry Practices (Timber Flooring)
  • Good Industry Practices (Waterproofing for External Wall)
  • Good Industry Practices (Waterproofing for Internal Wet Areas)
  • Green Architecture & the Integrated Design Process
  • Hydraulic Excavator Operation
  • Indoor Air Quality Management for Buildings
  • Installation of Structural Supports for Air-con Condensing Units
  • Interior Drywall Installation
  • Internal Audit (QEHS) Course based on Quality ISO 9001, Environmental 14001 & Health & Safety OHSA
  • Introductory English for Construction Workers
  • Kitchen Exhaust Systems for Hawker Centres - Design and Maintenance
  • Lorry Crane Operator Course/Competency Test
  • Luffing Jib Tower Crane Operation
  • Management of Water and Environmental Services for Estate Managers
  • Managing Workflow and Achieving Plan Reliability
  • Metal Scaffold Erection
  • Mobile Crane (Truck Mounted) Operation - Module 1 (Theory)
  • Mobile Crane (Truck Mounted) Operation - Module 2 (Practical)
  • New Cable Colour Code for Electrical Installations
  • Opportunities and Pitfalls of Tendering for MRT Projects and Other Major Infrastructure Projects
  • Painting
  • Pile Foundations Design and Construction for Engineers
  • Planning & Management of Home Renovation
  • Planning, Design, Construction and Commissioning of Storey and Staircase Shelters
  • Plastering
  • Plumbering & Pipefitting
  • Preparing and Defending Loss and Expense Claims
  • Project Management
  • Project Management for Professionals in the Building and Construction Industry
  • Protection Against Lightning for Buildings
  • PSSOC Contract Administration Essentials
  • Recognising Hazards in Deep Excavation Temporary Retaining Structures for Workers
  • Refresher Course for Licensed Electrical Workers (Electricians)
  • Refresher Course for Licensed Electrical Workers (Technicians & Engineers)
  • Renovation for Public Housing
  • Requirements for Environmental Sustainability in Buildings and The Green Mark Scheme
  • Retro Commissioning and Performance Contracting
  • Retrofitting Orientation for Workers
  • Rigger & Signalman Course
  • Site Investigation for Engineers
  • Site Management of Precast Concrete Construction
  • Solar Modelling
  • Specialist Diploma in Architectural Technology
  • Specialist Diploma in Building Cost Management
  • Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling
  • Specialist Diploma in Construction Management
  • Specialist Diploma in Construction Productivity
  • Specialist Diploma in Design for Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Specialist Diploma in Facility & Energy Management
  • Specialist Diploma in Interior and Landscape Design
  • Specialist Diploma in Lean Construction
  • Specialist Diploma in M&E Co-ordination
  • Specialist Diploma in Virtual Design & Construction
  • Stanford CIFE-BCA Advanced Management Program in VDC
  • Steel Reinforcement Work
  • Supervision of Deep Underground Construction Works
  • Supervision of Piling Works for Engineers and Supervisory Personnel
  • Sustainable Acoustics
  • Sustainable Facility Management Solutions
  • Sustainable Hot Water and Heat Recovery Systems
  • Sustainable Lighting Design and Technology
  • Technical Use of Programmes To Control, Manage and Optimise The Project
  • Telescopic Handler Operation
  • Timber Form Work
  • Tower Crane Operation - Module 1 (Theory)
  • Tower Crane Operation - Module 2 (Practical)
  • TU Braunschweig - BCA Executive Development Programme
  • Understanding Obligations and Liabilities in Building and Construction Works with Focus on BC Act
  • Workshop on Design of Concrete Structures - Eurocodes Versus British Standards
  • Workshop on Geotechnical Design using Eurocode 7
  • Workshop on Parametric Design for BIM
  • Workshop on Performance-based Design on Fire Safety
  • Workshop on Seismic Design of Building Eurocode 8

BCA Academy in Singapore offers all these courses, as they specialize in technical engineering and environmental education. Interested students may jumpstart their careers in the business with the institution.

Applicants that are interested are free to check here if the courses they want are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit, or by contacting the BCA Academy at bca_academy@bca.gov.sg, or 62489999.

Applicants are suggested to apply in person at the academy's Customer Service Centre at 200 Braddell Road, Singapore 579700. You should bring your NRIC, payment and other supporting documents as said on the course brochure.

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