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Associate of Science in Building Services Engineering

屋宇裝備工程學副理學士

Year of entry 2010
Mode of funding Government-funded
Programme code 1834
Mode of study Full-time
Indicative intake target 92
Minimum no. of credits required 79
Normal duration of programme 2 years
Tuition fee Click here for more information
Application deadline
26 Feb 2010
Accept late applications
Yes
Programme leader
Mr Ir Simon H W LAI
MDesSc Syd.,CEng, MCIBSE, MIEE, MHKIE, MIE(Aust)
General enquiry
bsshwl@cityu.edu.hk
Remarks: This programme is for local students only.
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Our Target

The programme aims to produce graduates who possess:

  • content-based knowledge and practical skills needed to work as a competent associate building services engineering professional in the construction and real estate industry; and
     
  • intellectual abilities and transferable skills needed to communicate effectively, analyse information critically and solve problems independently, through acquiring generic language, IT, interpersonal, teamwork, self-management and lifelong learning skills.
Graduates are expected to have the broad-based academic foundation and practical skills in building services engineering to enter the globalized workplace or continue their education in local and overseas universities.

Start Your Career Here

With the increased sophistication of modern buildings, there is great demand from the construction industry and the property management sector for well-trained, competent associate professionals. Graduates of this programme can easily find employment in either the public or private sector.

How Do You Get In

To be eligible for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and the following programme specific entrance requirements:

Either

  • Grade E or above in 1 HKALE subject or Grade E or above in 2 HKALE AS subjects, including Applied Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Engineering Science, Physics, Pure Maths, Computer Applications, Maths and Statistics, or Design and Technology; and
  • Grade E or above in 5 HKCEE subjects (may include Level 2 or above in English Language or Chinese Language*); and
  • Grade E or above in HKALE AS Use of English, or Level 2 or above in HKCEE English Language*; and
  • Grade E or above in HKALE AS Chinese Language & Culture, or Level 2 or above in HKCEE Chinese Language*

OR

  • A recognized diploma in mechanical, electrical or building services engineering, or any related subjects; and
  • Grade E or above in HKALE AS Use of English, or Level 2 or above in HKCEE English Language*; and
  • Grade E or above in HKALE AS Chinese Language & Culture, or Level 2 or above in HKCEE Chinese Language*

* Footnotes:
Equivalents for Level 2 or above in HKCEE English Language
   - Grade E or above in HKCEE English Language (Syll B)
   - Grade C or above in HKCEE English Language (Syll A)

Equivalent for Level 2 or above in HKCEE Chinese Language
   - Grade E or above in HKCEE Chinese Language

What You Will Be Studying

  • Building Environmental Science
  • Building Technology
  • Design Process, Commissioning, Maintenance and Management
  • Design Project
  • Electrical Services
  • Fire Services
  • Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning Services
  • Laboratory and Practical Training
  • Piped Services
  • Project Management and Administration

Professional Accreditation

The programme has been accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) as meeting their academic requirements for Associate Membership.

Bonus Features

  • During your studies, you can participate in various overseas study tours, internship programmes and overseas study programmes.
  • Graduates awarded credit or above may enter the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Building Engineering (Building Services Engineering) offered by the Department of Building and Construction of CityU.
  • Graduates with good academic results can also articulate into the second year of a three-year degree programme or the third year of a four-year degree programme in local and overseas universities.

Further Study Opportunities

  • Graduates awarded credit or above may enter the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Building Engineering (Building Services Engineering) offered by the Department of Building and Construction of CityU.
  • Graduates can also articulate into the second year of a three-year degree programme or the third year of a four-year degree programme in local and overseas universities.

Did You Know?

  • We do not only emphasize technical competence. We provide training to enhance your communication skills and use of information technology. We also create an inspiring environment for your whole person development.
這課程旨在培育具備理論及實務知識的屋宇裝備工程人才。

Useful Links

Division of Building Science and Technology
Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
Programme Descriptions