Nitec in Services – Visual Communication

Course Code

NSVSC / Plan Code: NSVSC

Course Objective

This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to plan and create the most effective visual solutions to get messages across in print, electronic and film media using a variety of methods such as colour, type, illustration, photography and various print and layout techniques.

Course Structure :

Module Details

Module Code

Module Objectives

M1 Drawing Fundamentals

18 hrs (T) 102 hrs (P)
Credist: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM2005FPR

On completion of the module, students should be able to apply the fundamental drawing techniques to express their perception of forms using various mediums.
Equivalent Codes
DM2001PA
DM2005FP

M2 Design Principles

36 hrs (T) 84 hrs (P)
Credits: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM2006FPR

On completion of the module, students should be able to interpret design briefs and apply design elements like form, shapes, lines, colour, and type into compositions that creatively meet client’s requirements.
Equivalent Codes
DM2002PA
DM2006FP

M3 Digital Imaging

36 hrs (T) 84 hrs (P)
Credits: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM2008FPR

On completion of the module, students should be able to create graphics and illustrations using digital imaging software.  Students will also be able to digitally manipulate and retouch images according to the specific styles and genres required.
Equivalent Codes
DM2004PA
DM2008FP

M4 Graphics and Typography

18 hrs (T) 102 hrs (P)
Credits: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM3005FPR

On completion of the module, students should be able to create pictograms and apply effective typography onto design layouts and compositions using software programme.
Equivalent Codes
DM3001PA
DM3005FP

M5 Prepress Technology

36 hrs (T) 84 hrs (P)
Credits: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM3006FPR

On completion of the module, students should be able to perform press check and develop artwork for final output in desktop publishing.
Equivalent Codes
DM3002PA
DM3006FP

M6 Project

18 hrs (T) 102 hrs (P)
Credits: 6
Prerequisite: Nil

DM3008FP
On completion of the module, students should be able to de able to carry out the design workflow and implement a project using the knowledge and skills acquired.
Equivalent Code
DM3004PA

Abbreviation:
(T) – Theory
(P) – Practical

Credit for Certification

Total of 36 credits from successful completion of 6 modules.

Entry Requirements

2 GCE ‘O’ Level Grades (Grade 1 – 8) in any two subjects; or
3 GCE ‘N’ Level Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in English Language and two other subjects; or
WDA’s Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 5 in Speaking and Listening and Level 4 in Reading and Writing.
Applicant must be free from colour appreciation deficiency.
Applicants will be required to attend an interview and pass a drawing test for admission.


Note:
1) The training schedule of lessons is subject to change.
2) Depending on demand, not all the modules in the CET Nitec in Services courses will be offered in each intake. Where the modules are offered and there is insufficient enrolment, the classes will be cancelled and a full refund will be given to the affected students.

Training Schedule :

Evening classes – Lessons are held two evenings a week, from 1845 hours to 2145 hours.

Weekend classes – Lessons are held once a week, from 0900 hours to 1600 hour.

FEES :

| Higher Nitec | Nitec | ISC |

Higher Nitec

All applicants are to pay the total fees (inclusive of 7% GST) upfront at the point of registration.

Fee Type Fee Basis Fee Rates (with effect from 1 Apr 2015 Term)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Permanent Resident
(PR)
SC/PR Module
Repeat Learner*
International
Student
Net Fee
(after subsidy for WTS Scheme)**
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Full Fees Full Fees
 Core Module
 Course Fee Per Module $64.00 $120.00 $395.00 $1,275.00 $1,275.00
 Exam Fee Per Module $23.60 $23.60 $23.60 $23.60 $28.00
 Registration Fee Per Module $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
$92.60 $148.60 $423.60 $1,303.60 $1,308.00

*   Student who has completed the module before.
** The enhanced Workfare Training Support (WTS) scheme applies to eligible Singapore Citizens aged 35 years and above with monthly income of not more than $1,900.
Documents to present for registration are:
–   NRIC; and
–   WTS notification letter; or
–   Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) letter; or
–   Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) tax notification letter; or
–   SingPost receipt for CPF income declaration; or
–   Any 2 of last 3 months’ payslips; or
–   Employment letter/contract dated not more than 3 months before course registration.

Note:
1) Fees do not apply to Industrial Attachment (IA) module. The total fees for IA will be advised separately.
2) Fees can be paid by Self-Automated Machine (SAM)/Network for Electronics Transfers (NETS)/cash/credit card/cheque/Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA).
3) Fees are subject to revision.
4) Fees are charged based on Citizenship at the point of term commencement on 5 Oct 2015 for Oct 15 intake. Students who have officially informed ITE of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident before the term commencement, will have their fees adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate for that term. However, for students who inform ITE officially of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident after the term commencement, their fees will be adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate only with effect from the next term.

With effect from April 07, Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who repeat a module need to pay the full fees for a repeat module. This applies to Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident students who withdraw from a module after the commencement of the term or fail a module.

Nitec

All applicants are to pay the total fees (inclusive of 7% GST) upfront at the point of registration.

Module Type Fee Basis Fee Rates (with effect from 1 Apr 2015 Term)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Permanent Resident
(PR)
SC/PR Module
Repeat Learner*
International
Student
Net Fee
(after subsidy for WTS Scheme)**
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Full Fees Full Fees
 Core / Optional
 Course Fee Per Module $66.00 $124.00 $409.00 $1,231.00 $1,231.00
 Exam Fee Per Module $23.60 $23.60 $23.60 $23.60 $28.00
 Registration Fee Per Module $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
$94.60 $152.60 $437.60 $1,259.60 $1,264.00

*   Student who has completed the module before.
** The enhanced Workfare Training Support (WTS) scheme applies to eligible Singapore Citizens aged 35 years and above with monthly income of not more than $1,900.
Documents to present for registration are:
–   NRIC; and
–   WTS notification letter; or
–   Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) letter; or
–   Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) tax notification letter; or
–   SingPost receipt for CPF income declaration; or
–   Any 2 of last 3 months’ payslips; or
–   Employment letter/contract dated not more than 3 months before course registration.
Note:
1) Fees can be paid by Self-Automated Machine (SAM)/Network for Electronic Transfers (NETS)/cash/credit card/cheque/Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) [Niteccourses only].
2) Fees are subject to revision.
3) Fees are charged based on Citizenship at the point of term commencement on 13 Jul 2015 for Jul 15 intake. Students who have officially informed ITE of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident before the term commencement, will have their fees adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate for that term. However, for students who inform ITE officially of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident after the term commencement, their fees will be adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate only with effect from the next term.
With effect from April 07, Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who repeat a module need to pay the full fees for a repeat module. This applies to Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident students who withdraw from a module after the commencement of the term or fail a module.

ISC

All applicants are to pay the total fees (inclusive of 7% GST) upfront at the point of registration.

Module Type Fee Basis Fee Rates (with effect from 1 Apr 2015 Term)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Singapore Citizen
(SC)
Permanent Resident
(PR)
SC/PR Module
Repeat Learner*
International
Student
Net Fee
(after subsidy for WTS Scheme)**
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Net Fee
(after subsidy)
Full Fees Full Fees
 Core
 Course Fee Per Module $51.00 $96.00 $318.00 $953.00 $953.00
 Exam Fee Per Module $15.70 $15.70 $15.70 $15.70 $28.00
 Registration Fee Per Module $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
$71.70 $116.70 $338.70 $973.70 $986.00

*   Student who has completed the module before.
** The enhanced Workfare Training Support (WTS) scheme applies to eligible Singapore Citizens aged 35 years and above with monthly income of not more than $1,900.
Documents to present for registration are:
–   NRIC; and
–   WTS notification letter; or
–   Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) letter; or
–   Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) tax notification letter; or
–   SingPost receipt for CPF income declaration; or
–   Any 2 of last 3 months’ payslips; or
–   Employment letter/contract dated not more than 3 months before course registration.
Note:
1) Fees can be paid by Self-Automated Machine (SAM)/Network for Electronic Transfers (NETS)/cash/credit card/cheque.
2) Fees are subject to revision.
3) Fees are charged based on Citizenship at the point of term commencement on 13 Jul 15 for Jul 15 intake. Students who have officially informed ITE of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident before the term commencement, will have their fees adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate for that term. However, for students who inform ITE officially of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident after the term commencement, their fees will be adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate only with effect from the next term.
With effect from April 07, Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who repeat a module need to pay the full fees for a repeat module. This applies to Singapore Citizen and Permanent Resident students who withdraw from a module after the commencement of the term or fail a module.

WITHDRAWAL FROM MODULE(S) AND REFUND
Withdrawal from module(s) is not encouraged.  Applicants who wish to withdraw from the module(s) they have registered in may submit their applications over the counter at any ITE Customer & Visitor Centre or the College they have enrolled in.

With effect from intakes commencing Oct 13, withdrawals will be allowed up to the 15th week of the start of term. Thereafter, students who do not complete the module will be deemed as having attempted and failed the module This failed module will be accounted in the Grade Point Average.

The amount refundable is based on the date of application for refund as follows.

Higher Nitec

Application for Refund (Oct 2015 Intake) Remarks
If application for refund is received 2 weeks or more before the start of term (before Tue 22 Sep 15) 100% refund of fees
If application for refund is received less than 2 weeks before the start of term (Tue 22 Sep 15 to Sun 4 Oct 15) 50% refund of fees
If application for refund is received after start of term (from Mon 5 Oct 15) No refund

Nitec/ISC

Application for Refund (Jul 2015 Intake) Remarks
If application for refund is received 2 weeks or more before the start of term (before Tue 30 Jun 15) 100% refund of fees
If application for refund is received less than 2 weeks before the start of term (Tue 30 Jun 15 to Sun 12 Jul 15) 50% refund of fees
If application for refund is received after start of term (from Mon 13 Jul 15) No refund

Refund is not an automatic process. Applicant must apply for refund before ITE will process the request. All requests for refund are not guaranteed and are subject to approval by ITE.

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