The programme comprises a balanced coverage of applied robotics knowledge, AI programming techniques for robotics, automation, system integration and application. With project-based curriculum design approach, the programme aims to produce quality graduates with professional knowledge and practical skills to serve a growing industry that requires these skill sets.
Apart from generic and language training, whole-person development and industrial attachment experience, the programme is designed with an emphasis on Project-based Learning approach - an effective learning and teaching strategy which helps promote self-directed learning as well as self-reflection among students. This is to better prepare students for further studies and employment after graduation.
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Please refer to General Entrance Requirement
Graduates may be employed as technician / assistant engineer in areas such as robot applications and programming, sensing and haptics development, control and automation, AI programming in robotics, system integration and development, or related industries, especially those that are evolving into more automated and intelligent operations.
Graduates may articulate to the Degree programmes offered by Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi):
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information and Communications Technology
Graduates may apply for admission to the relevant BEng (Hons) programmes offered by the following local universities:
1. The University of Hong Kong
2. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
3. The Chinese University of Hong Kong
4. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
5. The City University of Hong Kong
Upon admission to relevant Degree programmes, graduates may apply for credit exemption. The level of exemption will be considered on individual basis.
Higher Diploma is recognised by most overseas universities.
AI and Robotics is the essential technology for the Smart City development and skills of talent in this era and beyond.
1. Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
2. The revalidation of the programme will be conducted in 2025. The curriculum will be updated if circumstances so warrant.
3. For details please contact Department of Engineering:
IVE (Lee Wai Lee): 3928 2500
Semester 1:
• Work Safety and Environmental Awareness
• Drawing and CAD
• Programming Techniques Fundamentals
• Fundamentals Mathematics
• Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering I
• Basic Microcontroller Application
• Engineering Practice I
• Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
• Whole Person Development - Mindshift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
• IT Essentials - Smart Living
Semester 2:
• Robot Mechanics
• Industrial Automation
• IoT Applications
• AI and Programming
• Introduction to Robotic Systems
• Engineering Practice II
• Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
• Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Semester 3:
• Mini Project
• Database Fundamentals
• Enrichment Module A
• Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
• Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement
Semester 4:
• Robotic Control and System Applications
• Machine Learning and Data Analytics
• Design Project
• Robot sensing and Vision
• Artificial Intelligence in Robotics Applications
• Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations, Administrative and Technical Text Writing
• Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
• Enrichment Module B
Semester 5:
• Industrial Attachment
• Industry Based Student Project
• Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
• Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21st Century Workplace