STACKABLE MODULAR CERTIFICATES

You will have the flexibility to take the modular certificates in any order and at
your own pace*. The certificates can be stacked up towards the Specialist Diploma.
*maximum of 3 years to accumulate the certificates for an academic qualification

Specialist Diploma in
M&E CO-ORDINATION (SDME)
Certificate in Mechanical &
Plumbing Systems
MODULAR CERTIFICATE A: Jan to Mar
Air-conditioning & Mechanical
Ventilation (ACMV) Systems
• Types of ACMV systems
• Laboratory & clean room systems
• Engineering acoustics control for MEP
Plumbing Systems
• Gas supply System
• Swimming pool water supply & filtration
• Fire protection System
• Water supply & distribution
The growing complexity of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
• Sewerage, plumbing & drainage
(MEP) services in commercial, residential, industrial and
infrastructural projects have made the role of an MEP coordinator
increasingly important. Proper planning and coordination of MEP Certificate in Electrical &
services are central to the success of building projects and play Telecommunication Systems
a key role in achieving building aesthetics, operational efficiency MODULAR CERTIFICATE B: May to Jul
and optimal building maintenance. Electrical Systems
The Specialist Diploma in M&E Co-ordination is designed to meet • Electricity generation & distribution systems
the increasing sophistication in building design as demanded by • Lighting protection
the market. It aims to equip individuals with technical knowledge • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
of industry’s best practices as well as managerial skills to Telecommunication Systems
undertake both conventional and specialised building projects. • Cable television
The Specialist Diploma in M&E Co-ordination is recognised by • Network telecommunication
BCA as a technical qualification that is acceptable for MEP work • Security network
head registration under BCA’s Contractors Registry. Vertical Transportation Systems
• Lifts
Upon graduation, participants can look forward to become MEP
• Escalators
engineers, property executives and facilities executives. The
Specialist Diploma also serves as a stepping-stone for its holders
to progress to technically advanced positions such as project Certificate in MEP Planning & Site
managers or MEP managers. Management*
*Modules A & B are pre-requisites for Module C.
MODULAR CERTIFICATE C: Sep to Nov
Duration: 3 months per modular certificate MEP Coordination & Submission
Frequency: 2 to 3 evenings per week (some • Structural & architectural construction
lessons may be held on Saturdays)
• Underground services construction &
detection
Venue: BCA Academy • CONQUAS for MEP
Fees (inclusive of GST) : • CORNET and other Authorities’ submission
S$2,066 (modular certificate A) • Submission for Environmental sustainability
S$2,067 (modular certificate B or C) regulation
SSG Training Grant of S$130 per modular certificate for company-
Project Scheduling & Contract
sponsored Singaporeans & Singapore PRs. Apply as early as 30 days Administration
before each modular certificate start date and closes 30 days after • Project management considerations
modular certificate start date.
• Contract administration concepts
Assessment: Continuous and Project Based Site Organization & Safe Work Practices
Registration closes 2 weeks prior to modular certificate commencement • Site organization considerations
or when the class is fully subscribed, whichever comes first. • Safe work practices
Registration can remain open until course commencement date if
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training spaces are still available.
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
The applicant must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident or holder WITHDRAWAL
of valid employment pass/work permit; and possess one of the following Withdrawal notice must be made
qualifications in a relevant discipline: in writing to BCA Academy via
a) A diploma (min course duration of 2 years) or equivalent qualification [email protected].
b) A relevant Advanced Certificate / Higher NITEC / Advanced NBQ with 2 to The following stated days are
3 years of relevant work experience pegged to the modular certificate
c) A relevant certificate with 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience commencement date:
d) NITEC / Higher NBQ with at least 5 years of relevant work experience - 14 days or more, 10%
cancellation fee
Note: Applicants with relevant working experience but do not fulfil the above - Less than 14 days but more
requirements will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. than 3 working days, 25%
cancellation fee
Applicants must have their own computers/laptops with minimum specifications - 3 working days or less, 100%
to run BIM software (recommended 16GB RAM minimum) and access student cancellation fee
portal.
Applicants with degree or diploma qualification where English is not the medium of Please note that applicants are
instruction is required to take an English Screening Test (EST) at a fee of S$23.00 required to top-up the short-fall in
(incl.GST) conducted by the BCA Academy. Alternatively, applicant may choose to funding amount if nett fee is paid
achieve the ESS Workplace Literacy Test Level 6 issued by SkillsFuture Singapore upfront.
(SSG).

REGISTRATION
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
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This Specialist Diploma Programme is designed for Project Managers,
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Construction Managers, Scheduling Engineers, BIM Managers, MEP
(OSF) @
Coordinators, M&E Engineers and site supervisory personnel.
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bcaa.edu.sg/registration/#/login
AWARD OF CERTIFICATE Course codes :
A participant must attain at least 75% of physical attendance and complete Modular Certificate A: 74033A
all assignments to acceptable standards to be eligible to be awarded each Modular Certificate B: 74033B
modular certificate. Participant who did not complete the assignments to Modular Certificate C: 74033C
acceptable standards but attained at least 75% of physical attendance will
be issued with a certificate of attendance. The successful achievement of all
modular certificates will lead to the awarding of the Specialist Diploma in
M&E Coordination (SDME).

FUNDING
SkillsFuture Study Award - Up to S$5,000 is available for self-sponsored Singapore citizens with relevant working
experience to develop and deepen their skills in key sectors. Scan QR code or login to https://programmes.myskillsfuture.
sg/Portal/ProgramListing.aspx?Source=SFSA for more details.

SkillsFuture Credit - The credit can be used to pay for the course fee approved by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) as listed in
the SkillsFuture Credit directory. To utilise the SkillsFuture Credit, applicant will need to indicate in the online registration form.
Scan QR code or login to https://www.skillsfuture.sg/credit for more details.

SSG Training Grant is available for company-sponsored Singaporeans & Singapore PRs who registered for all modular
certificates. Scan QR code or login to https://www.skillsconnect.gov.sg/sop/portal/ for more details.

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