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[NP-DCFM3] Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management (DCFM3)

Offered by School of Design & Environment

Diploma Conversion

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Area of interest
Built Environment, Engineering

About Course

Course Objectives

This Diploma aims to build your skillsets with the technologies required to manage building operations and services such as air-conditioning, lighting, electrical, security, water supply and fire safety systems.
Learn to manage property and assets, green buildings and gain insight to smart building operations.
You will also learn the various types of risks management, fire hazards and fire safety measures for facilities management.

Course Description

The Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management is a part-time CET course, consist of the following modules:
1. Mechanical Systems (45 hrs)
2. Electrical Systems (45 hrs)
3. Smart and Green Building Technologies (45 hrs)
4. Water Efficiency Management (22.5 hrs)
5. Property and Asset Management (45 hrs)
6. Fire Safety Management (45 hrs)
7. Security and Risk Management (52.5 hrs)

Additional Course Information

Skills-Based Modular Courses (Stackable)

Available for Apr Sem 2025 (see below). Apply for these SBMCs via STEP. Email EnquiryPTD@np.edu.sg for more information.

  • Mechanical Systems – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems & Technology (DCFM3)
  • Electrical Systems – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems & Technology (DCFM3)
  • Smart and Green Building Technologies – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems & Technology (DCFM3)
  • Water Efficiency Management – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems & Technology (DCFM3)
  • Property and Asset Management – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Management of Facilities (DCFM3)
  • Fire Safety Management – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Management of Facilities (DCFM3)
  • Security and Risk Management – Part of Post Diploma Certificate in Management of Facilities (DCFM3)

Trainer's Profile

Catherine Thoo

Catherine is a seasoned educator with over 10 years of experience in tertiary education, specialising in Property and Facilities Management, Leasing and Tenancy Management as well as Business Development. Before entering academia, she gained substantial industry experience with leading organisations, including CapitaLand, Cambridge Industrial Trust, Jones Lang LaSalle, and Colliers International Asset Management.

At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Catherine has held significant roles, notably as Course Chair for the Diploma in Real Estate Business in the School of Design & Environment, and as an active member of the Professional Development Committee for the Council for Estate Agencies, where she has been instrumental in advancing professionalism and enhancing training for Real Estate Salespersons. Additionally, she has served as Senior Manager, overseeing the academic division of Facilities Management and Building Technology, and as Programme Coordinator for the Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management.

Beyond her teaching responsibilities in Property and Asset Management for adult learners in the Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management, Catherine provides tailored training on Introduction to Singapore Urban Planning and Introduction to Singapore Real Estate Management to institutions such as Guangxi Polytechnic Institute and Chongqing Polytechnic.

Catherine's dedication to pedagogical excellence has earned her the Ngee Ann Polytechnic School Teaching Award in 2011, 2013, and 2016. She is also a published author, recognised for her paper "Raising the 3Ps of Sustainable Facilities Management in Singapore: Profession, Perception, and Prospection," featured in the International Journal of Facility Management in 2015.

She holds a Master's degree with Higher Distinction in Facility and Environment Management from University College London and a Bachelor's degree with Honours in Land Economics from the University of Technology, Sydney.

Tan Soon Chye

Senior Mechanical Engineer by training. Mr Tan Soon Chye has been a educator over 7 years of teaching experience in Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL).

Soon Chye obtained his Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) degree from the National University of Singapore.

His prior work experience as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Carrier Transicold Pte Ltd (R&D Engineering), Custom Design Engineer at Caterpillar (R&D Engineering) and Senior Mechanical Engineer at Sanmina (Engineering) enables him to relate well to various applications of design in the industry. Mr Tan is also a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditional Engineers (ASHRAE).

In Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Soon Chye is a Senior Lecturer under the Diploma in Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management (HLFM) at Ngee Ann Polytechnic where he teaches Sustainable Building Systems, Building Information Modelling and Sustainable Building Technologies. He also manages the Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management (DCFM).

Chan Chien Hong

Chan Chien Hong is a highly accomplished professional with a robust educational background and extensive expertise in engineering, business administration, and industry-specific certifications. With advanced degrees in Fire Safety Engineering and Business Administration, coupled with a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering, Chien Hong brings a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic business insight to the organisation.

Chien Hong has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities that leverage his engineering and business skills. His experience spans across industries, including defence, engineering construction and consultancy, teaching and school management. Chien Hong is a seasoned Senior Lecturer at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, specialising in Fire Safety and Fire Protection Engineering. With over two decades of teaching and curriculum development experience, Chien Hong has been active in developing and conducting customised fire safety training for prestigious organisations such as NUS and LTA.

Besides fire safety training, he is also actively involved in research on fire detection technology and fire simulation. Chien Hong’s practical skills are showcased through his work on Hot Smoke Tests and Computer Fire Simulations for Vehicle Tunnels. He is also dedicated to developing comprehensive learning materials and delivering lectures for both full-time and part-time diploma programmes on various Building Services and Facilities Management topics, including ACMV, Fire Protection, Water, Sanitary and Gas, Green Building and Smart FM Technologies, Water Efficiency Management.

Ong Choon Seong

Choong Seong holds a B.Eng (Hons) (Electrical Engineering) from NTU, M.Sc (Electrical Engineering) from NUS and M.Ed from University of Western Australia.

Choong Seong was a Senior Facilities Engineer (Electrical) with Hewlett Packard/Agilent Technologies before joining Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

Choong Seong has taught the CET modules of electrical system and building electrical system design for many years.

Course Structure

TPG course reference No.

TGS-2022015450,TGS-2022015635,TGS-2022015636

Diploma (Conversion) in Facilities Management

Post-Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems and Technology
Electrical Systems (NP-013622)
This module provides the participants with the knowledge and understanding of electricity supply, deregulation of energy markets, electrical distribution buildings, lighting systems, and emergency supply. In addition, maintenance requirements, electrical safety procedures, inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical systems will also be covered in this module.
Mechanical Systems (NP-013621)
This module provides participants the knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of operation of various types of air-conditioning, mechanical ventilation, water and sanitary systems in buildings. Installation and maintenance requirements for these systems will also be covered. Participants will have hands-on practice on how to inspect, conduct test and commission these systems.
Smart and Green Building Technologies (NP-013623)
This module provides participants with smart and green building design and concepts. Coverage includes BCA green mark, passive building design, energy efficiency, energy management, building performance, internet-of-things, data analytics, intelligent building automation system, and application of artificial intelligent and Building Information Modelling in FM operation.
Water Efficiency Management (NP-013624)
This module will equip facilities managers with the knowledge and skills to conduct water audits and apply water efficiency measures to reduce water consumption in commercial/residential and industries. Coverage includes regulation on water efficiency requirements, cooling towers operation and water consumption, industrial water solutions, swimming pools operation and water consumption and water efficiency management plan (WEMP).
Post-Diploma Certificate in Management of Facilities
Electrical Systems (NP-013622)
This module provides the participants with the knowledge and understanding of electricity supply, deregulation of energy markets, electrical distribution buildings, lighting systems, and emergency supply. In addition, maintenance requirements, electrical safety procedures, inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical systems will also be covered in this module.
Fire Safety Management (NP-013626)
This module provides students with the knowledge and practices of fire safety. The roles, responsibilities and practical skills as a fire safety manager will be covered in this module. Topics include types of fire hazard, fire safety factors and considerations, roles and responsibilities of fire safety manager, management of evacuation procedures for the different occupancies in building, casualty management and case studies.
Fire Safety Management (NP-013626)
This module provides students with the knowledge and practices of fire safety. The roles, responsibilities and practical skills as a fire safety manager will be covered in this module. Topics include types of fire hazard, fire safety factors and considerations, roles and responsibilities of fire safety manager, management of evacuation procedures for the different occupancies in building, casualty management and case studies.
Mechanical Systems (NP-013621)
This module provides participants the knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of operation of various types of air-conditioning, mechanical ventilation, water and sanitary systems in buildings. Installation and maintenance requirements for these systems will also be covered. Participants will have hands-on practice on how to inspect, conduct test and commission these systems.
Property and Asset Management (NP-013625)
This module provides participants with the knowledge of management of property and assets in facility management. Coverage includes types of contracts, preparation of financial statement, life cycle costing, Strata Management Act, and delivery of FM process using emerging software technologies to manage customer service, FM works and asset management using BIM.
Property and Asset Management (NP-013625)
This module provides participants with the knowledge of management of property and assets in facility management. Coverage includes types of contracts, preparation of financial statement, life cycle costing, Strata Management Act, and delivery of FM process using emerging software technologies to manage customer service, FM works and asset management using BIM.
Security and Risk Management (NP-013627)
This module equips the participants with the knowledge to identify security risk, workplace safety and health management/ hazards for different organisations and physical environment. To apply appropriate risk assessment and management techniques and hazards control measures. Knowledge of building performance is included to assess risks due to building defects and deterioration.
Security and Risk Management (NP-013627)
This module equips the participants with the knowledge to identify security risk, workplace safety and health management/ hazards for different organisations and physical environment. To apply appropriate risk assessment and management techniques and hazards control measures. Knowledge of building performance is included to assess risks due to building defects and deterioration.
Smart and Green Building Technologies (NP-013623)
This module provides participants with smart and green building design and concepts. Coverage includes BCA green mark, passive building design, energy efficiency, energy management, building performance, internet-of-things, data analytics, intelligent building automation system, and application of artificial intelligent and Building Information Modelling in FM operation.
Water Efficiency Management (NP-013624)
This module will equip facilities managers with the knowledge and skills to conduct water audits and apply water efficiency measures to reduce water consumption in commercial/residential and industries. Coverage includes regulation on water efficiency requirements, cooling towers operation and water consumption, industrial water solutions, swimming pools operation and water consumption and water efficiency management plan (WEMP).
Water Efficiency Management (NP-013624)
This module will equip facilities managers with the knowledge and skills to conduct water audits and apply water efficiency measures to reduce water consumption in commercial/residential and industries. Coverage includes regulation on water efficiency requirements, cooling towers operation and water consumption, industrial water solutions, swimming pools operation and water consumption and water efficiency management plan (WEMP).

Entry Requirements

Condition 1

Highest qualification

Local Polytechnic Diploma in Engineering, Technology or Physics or
Local Polytechnic Diploma in non-engineering / non-technology disciplines with a credit or minimum grade of C6 in GCE 'O' Level Physics or Physical Science
and

Highest qualification

-
or

Condition 2

Highest qualification

Local Degree in Engineering, Technology or Physics or
Local Degree in non-engineering / non-technology disciplines with a credit or minimum grade of C6 in GCE 'O' Level Physics or Physical Science
and

Highest qualification

-

Financial matters

Course fees payable (incl. GST & excl. supplementary fee)

Description Post-Diploma Certificate in Facility Systems and Technology Post-Diploma Certificate in Management of Facilities Total course fee
Full Course fee $6,060.13 $5,482.97 $11,543.10
Singapore Citizen Aged 40 & Above $606.01 $548.29 $1,154.30
PR Sponsored by SME $631.03 $570.94 $1,201.97
Singapore Citizen Sponsored by SME $631.03 $570.94 $1,201.97
Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 $909.02 $822.45 $1,731.47
Singapore PR $2,424.05 $2,193.19 $4,617.24
Long-Term Visit Pass Plus $6,060.13 $5,482.97 $11,543.10

GST rate

The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.

Payment option

The first payment needs to be made after accepting the offer.

Allowed payment by

The course fee allows to be paid by:
Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form);
Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form);
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).

Nett Supplementary Fees Payable

  • GPA Insurance Fee S$2.11,subject to GST,fees payable S$2.30 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)
  • Other Fees S$7.43,subject to GST,fees payable S$8.10 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)

Refund and withdrawal policy

  • Please note that a 100% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted more than or equal to 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that a 50% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted less than 14 days before the course start date.
  • Please note that no refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted on or after the course start date.

Course 
Schedule

Class Day(s): Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs and Fri
Time: 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Delivery mode: Classroom, Synchronous eLearning, Asynchronous eLearning
Registration Period
02 Jan 2025 - 15 Feb 2025
Course Date
21 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026
Schedule Info
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule / cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Mode of Training
Classroom
Venue
NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC