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Diploma for Hospital Engineering Technician

Course Code
HS230A
Credit
60
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
02 Jan 2025 (Thu)
Duration
6 months
Language
English, supplemented with Cantonese
Enquiries
2587 3217
3104 9137
wing.wong@hkuspace.hku.hk
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Highlights

The hospitals and clinics do not only reply on the healthcare professionals (i.e. doctors, nurses, laboratory technologists, and etc.) to take care the patients, but also the skilled engineers and technicians who can maintain and repair hospital facilities. Hospitals rely on well-maintained facilities for reliable functions to support the clinical diagnoses and treatments as well as patient safety. Competent technicians are crucial to prevent equipment failures that could impact patient care. Moreover, trained technicians can perform preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and costly emergency repairs. This benefits hospitals financially.

In Hong Kong, the Health Sector Divisions of Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) maintain and operate the hospital engineering systems for the Hospital Authority, the Department of Health, the Government Laboratory, and the Prince Philip Dental Hospital. A  diploma programme with balanced theoretical knowledge and skills in hospital equipment operation and maintenance for the technical staff  will enhance their core competencies in hospital engineering service for public health.
 

This programme is not for open recruitment for the time being.

Programme Details

The programme aims to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in hospital engineering. It trains competent Hospital Engineering Technicians who can effectively maintain and repair healthcare facilities within hospitals in Hong Kong. By providing a solid foundation in hospital engineering principles, familiarizing students with critical aspects of hospital infrastructure, introducing specialised areas, and exploring emerging technologies in the field, graduates will be well-prepared to contribute to the efficient operation and maintenance of healthcare facilities, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.

Lecture topics:

  1. Introduction to Hospital Engineering
  2. Basic Building Services Systems in Hospital
  3. Isolation and Fever Facilities
  4. Operating Theatre
  5. Medical (Blood / Drug) Refrigeration Systems
  6. Cold Chamber and Mortuary Systems
  7. Medical Gas and Pipeline System
  8. Laundry Facilities
  9. Sterilizers and Boilers
  10. Laboratory Facilities
  11. Dental Facilities
  12. Other Healthcare Facilities Equipment (e.g. beds, trolleys, physiotherapy equipment, air purifiers, UV sterilizers etc.)
  13. Application of New Technologies in Hospitals and Clinics (MiMEP, MiC, Robotics, AI etc.)

Practicum:

Students will also take 88 hours of practicum, including work-based hands-on activities, demonstrations, seminars and case studies, to improve their professional competencies.

Assessment:

Students will be assessed by a written examination, and a log book on experience and competencies accumulated during practicum. 

 

On completion of the programme, students should be able to:

  1. Develop and establish a knowledge base in hospital engineering;
  2. Describe, summarise and apply engineering practices to effectively, operate, maintain and repair healthcare facilities, ensuring their optimal functionality and safety;
  3. Apply knowledge acquired to analyse problems in healthcare facilities;
  4. Discuss and apply safety protocols, infection control, and regulatory compliance specific to hospital environments;
  5. Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, to ensure seamless facility operations.

The Diploma for Hospital Engineering Technician will be awarded  within the HKU system through  HKU SPACE to students who have successfully attended, completed and passed the assessment of the programme. 

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall have attained

(Route 1)

1.  (a) Hold a Certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, Air-conditioning or Building Services Engineering from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University or Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, or equivalent; plus one year’s relevant working experience; or

   (b) Have completed a registered Technician Apprenticeship in Electrical, Mechanical, Air-conditioning or Building Services Engineering; plus a Certificate in Electronics Engineering mentioned above;

AND

2.  Have gained in the HKCEE* and HKDSE Examination Level 2 in Chinese Language and English Language, or equivalent. 

(Route 2)♣

1.  Hold a Craft Certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, Air-conditioning or Building Services from the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, or from other recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent; plus 3 years’ relevant working experience,

AND

2.  Have attained a level of proficiency in the Chinese and English languages equivalent to Secondary 3 standard.

Note

*With effect from 2007, HKU SPACE recognises Grade E previously awarded for Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B), Grade C in the case of English Language (Syllabus A) at HKCEE as an acceptable alternative to Level 2 in these two subjects at HKCEE.

♣These Route 2 applicants are usually Secondary 3 school leavers, who have not completed the full secondary school education.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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