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Professional Diploma in Electrical and Mechanical Technology in Buildings

IVE - Engineering
IVE - Engineering
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Programme Code
EG424709P
Subject Area
Engineering - Construction, Engineering - Electrical & Electronic , Engineering - Mechanical and Building Services
Programme Type
Professional Diploma
Offering Institution
IVE - Engineering
Contact Hours
240
Duration
15-18 Month(s)
QF Level
4
QF Credits
120
QF Registration No.
12/001354/L4
QF Registration Validity Period
2012.09.19-2026.08.31
Programme Fee
HKD$31,000.00
Class Code Commencement Date Class Location Medium of Instruction Apply Online Class Remarks Class Status
EG424709P-23 2025.02.17 Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Kwai Chung)
Cantonese supplemented with English

The programme aims to provide learners with professional knowledge on building services engineering, including design principles and techniques, operation and management of building services systems, and related ordinances and regulations. A variety of building services systems such as air-conditioning & ventilation, fire systems, piped service, electrical installation, lifts & escalators, and green buildings, etc. are included in the training.

 

Programme Structure

Core Modules

 

 

MBS3030X

Architectural Planning and Building Technology

(30 hrs)

MBS4055X

Fundamental Services in Buildings

(30 hrs)

 

 

 

Elective Modules

 

 

(Select 1 out of 2)

 

 

MBS4056X

Construction Management

(30 hrs)

MBS4057X

Maintenance Management

(30 hrs)

 

 

 

(Select 5 out of 6)

 

 

MBS4058X

Air-conditioning & Mechanical Ventilation Systems and Installations

(30 hrs)

MBS4059X

Electrical Services and Installations

(30 hrs)

MBS4060X

Piped Services and Installations

(30 hrs)

MBS4061X

Specialized Systems

(30 hrs)

MBS4062X

Sustainable Technology and Energy Management

(30 hrs)

MBS4063X

Fire Safety Protection System

(30 hrs)

 
Assessment
Learners' performance in each module will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (CA) and End-of-Module Assessment (EA). 
 
Medium of Instruction (MoI)
The medium of instruction is Chinese and supplemented with English terminologies. All teaching materials and written assessments are in English.
 
Schedule
- 2 to 3 nights per week, 19:00-21:30
- Practical lessons may be arranged on Saturday (14:00-17:00), detail arrangement will be announced during class.
- In special circumstances, some lessons may be conducted in online mode.
- Duration: 240 hrs. The whole programme can be completed in 15 to 18 months.
 
Awards
Satisfactory completion of the whole programme of 8 modules will lead to a Professional Diploma in Electrical and Mechanical Technology in Buildings.

 

Starting from September 2024, only electronic lecture notes would be provided for this programme.

 

 


Entry Requirements

- Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent, with one year’s work experience; or

- Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E/Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent, with two years’ work experience; or

- Completion of a QF Level 3 programme, or equivalent, with one year’s work experience or currently employed; or

- Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above AND pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form; or

- 21 years old or above with 2 years relevant working experience, may be admitted subject to passing an interview and/or aptitude test, if necessary.


Financial Assistance Scheme

1. 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.

Applicant should apply online within one month from the commencement of the first module for the programme concerned. Early and Late Application will not be processed.

2. Continuing Education Fund

  • This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4)

 

Applicants can use the "Apply Online" function, which available from the programme website and login to the Online Enrolment System to submit their applications.

(Mon-Fri: 09:00-17:00)

WhatsApp: 9081 5283

Fax: 2432 2253

Email: EDIT@vtc.edu.hk

Website: EDIT.vtc.edu.hk

 

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