Last Updated: 18 October 2021
Sustainable Built Environment
The Diploma in Sustainable Built Environment (DSBE) introduces the latest digital and smart technologies for students to take up a wide range of job roles in the exciting Built Environment and Architecture, Engineering & Construction industry.
With DSBE, you will acquire in-depth knowledge of Integrated Digital Delivery (IDD), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), Environmental Sustainability Design, Smart Buildings, and Facilities Management. Riding on the wave of the digital revolution and rapid urbanisation, you will be using the Building Information Modelling (BIM) to simulate the performance of buildings and integrate work processes.
Course details
| Field of study | Built Environment |
| Certification offered |
Diploma in Sustainable Built Environment |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This a Group 1 PFP course.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
|
Any one of the following subjects
|
1-3 |
|
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA |
1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
|
Any one of the following subjects
|
1-6 |
Course modules
- Innovation and Practice
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Singapore, the World and I
- Effective Workplace Communication
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth II)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready II)
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Mathematics
- Programming for Engineering
- Fundamentals of Industrial Internet of Things
- Data Visualisation and Analysis for Engineering
- Principle of Mechanics
- Fundamentals of Unmanned Systems
- Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
- Building Electrical Systems
- Smart Facilities Management
- Technologies for Integrated Digital Delivery
- Design and Modelling for Building Services
- Intelligent Systems for Building
- Energy Management and Sustainability
- Project Management
- Building Air-Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation
- Green Building Technology and Design
- Building Information Modelling
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Option A
- Select Elective modules totalling 12 MCs from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma and/or from the basket of modules listed below
List of electives:
- Operations Planning
- Statistical Methods for Engineering
Option B
- Select a Minor Programme
Option C
- Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma (only for eligible students)
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Option 1
- One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Project
and choose 1 from:
- Industry Immersion Programme
- Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme
- Corporate Innovation Immersion Programme
Option 2
- Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Industry Immersion Programme or Industry Immersion Programme (Special Programme)
- Industry Immersion Programme II
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Internship
| Internship duration | 1 semester to 1 academic year long internship |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Assistant Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical)
- Assistant Engineer (Sustainable Design)
- BIM Modeller/Coordinator
- Facilities Executive Assistant
- Specialist in BIM and Digital Delivery
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.