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Professional Diploma in Railway Engineering
| Class Code | Commencement Date | Class Location | Medium of Instruction | Apply Online | Class Remarks | Class Status |
| EG524401P-13 | 2026.01.06 |
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Haking Wong)
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Haking Wong) |
English supplemented with Cantonese |
Programme Description
The programme aims to equip learners with technical knowledge and skills in railway engineering to upgrade their competencies to perform their duties safely and to deal with the issues commonly found in the railway industry.
Programme Structure
Core Module
| Module Code | Module Title | Contact Hours |
| TRN4001X | Modern Railway Organizations and Infrastructures | 30 |
| TRN4002X | Railway Asset Management | 30 |
| TRN4003X | Railway System Assurance | 30 |
Elective Modules (5 out of 6)
| Module Code | Module Title | Contact Hours |
| TRN4004X | Signalling Principles | 30 |
| TRN4005X | Signalling Circuits and Systems | 30 |
| TRN4006X | Signalling Design and Applications | 30 |
| TRN4007X | Intermittent and Hidden Fault Finding in Train | 30 |
| TRN4008X | Data Collection and Control System | 30 |
| TRN4009X | Introduction of Rolling Stock and Drives | 30 |
Frequency and Duration
- 1 to 2 evenings per week.
- Duration: 240 hrs. The whole programme can be completed in 12 to 18 months.
Assessments
Students' performance in each module is assessed by continuous assignments and/or a final examination. Assessments and examination are conducted in English.
Awards
Satisfactory completion of the whole programme of 3 core modules and 5 elective modules will lead to a ‘Professional Diploma in Railway Engineering’.
Remarks
IVE – Engineering reserves all rights to make revisions or alternations to the programme schedule, content or other details if necessary.
Entry Requirements
1. Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent with one year working experience; or
2. Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E/Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent with two year working experience; or
3. Completion of a QF Level 3 programme and currently employed; or
4. Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written^
^ Relevant RPL qualification(s) should be related to Electrical & Mechanical Services.
Mature applicants, i.e. those aged 21 or above with at least two years’ relevant working experience, may be admitted. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.
Financial Assistance Scheme
Vplus Subsidy Scheme
This course is an eligible programme under “Vplus Subsidy Scheme – Vplus Engineering”.
Under this scheme, successful applicants will be refunded 60% of the paid tuition fees of eligible programmes, subject to a maximum of $45,000 per person. For details and application, please visit https://vplus.vtc.edu.hk/eng.
Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund.
This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4).
CEF Course Code36F13500A
CEF Course NameProfessional Diploma in Railway Engineering
CEF Effective Date2021.08.26
Valid CEF Until2026.08.31
Complete the Application Form together with a crossed cheque payable to "Vocational Training Council" for the Course Fee and submit to:
Engineering Discipline In-service Training
HK Institute of Vocational Education (Tsing Yi)
B322, 20, Tsing Yi Rd, Tsing Yi Island, N.T.
Tel: 2435 9423 (Mon-Fri: 0900-1700)
Fax: 2432 2253
Email: EDiT@vtc.edu.hk
Website: EDiT.vtc.edu.hk
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