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WSQ - Innovating Product Development with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing

WSQ - Innovating Product Development with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing

This course, Innovating Product Development with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing, provides a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage advanced manufacturing technologies for product development. Participants will explore key additive manufacturing (AM) systems and technologies, learning to evaluate material selection, benefits, and trade-offs. The course covers innovative product development using 3D printing, as well as reverse engineering techniques using 3D scanning to enhance design and manufacturing processes.

The second part of the course delves into identifying and resolving process-related issues in AM. Learners will analyze requirements for successful AM implementation and explore optimization techniques to improve manufacturing efficiency. By the end of the course, participants will be able to assess the impact of process improvements and apply these strategies to drive innovation in product development.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to

LO1: Analyze the AM and evaluate the use of reverse engineering using 3D scanning.
LO2: Analyze the issues and determine the requirements for AM processes.
LO3: Apply AM optimization techniques and assess the impact of process improvement.

Course Brochure

Download WSQ - Innovating Product Development with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Brochure

Skills Framework

This course follows the guideline of Additive Manufacturing PRE-OPR-4012-1.1 TSC under Precision Engineering Skills Framework

Certification

Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Infotech - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Infotech.
OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

WSQ Funding

WSQ funding is only applicable to Singaporeans and PR. Subject to eligibility, the funding support is subjected to funding caps.

Effective for courses starting from 1 Jan 2024
Full Fee	GST	Nett Fee after Funding (Incl. GST)
		Baseline	MCES / SME
$750.00	$67.50	$442.50	$292.50

Baseline: Singaporean/PR age 21 and above
MCES(Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy): S'porean age 40 & above

Upon registration, we will advise further on how to tap on the WSQ Training Subsidy.

You can pay the nett fee (after the WSQ training subsidy) by the following :

SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.Click here to submit SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit

SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used. Click here for SkillsFuture Credit submission

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year. Click here to submit UTAP

PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility for this course, Visit SkillsFuture (course code: TGS-2022017597)

Scroll down to “Keyword Tags” to verify for PSEA eligibility.
If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.

Once you are eligible for PSEA, please download and fill up the PSEA Withdrawal Form and email to us.

Course Code: TGS-2022017597

Post-Course Support

We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course.
Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts.

Course Cancellation/Reschedule Policy

You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commerce.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom

Course Details

Topic 1 Overview of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing

Overview of AM systems
Material consideration when selecting AM solutions
Benefits and trade-offs of AM
Innovative Product development with AM with 3D Printing

Topic 2 Process Related Issues for AM

Process-related issues for AM
Procedures for fixing issues for AM

Topic 3 Process Improvement for AM

Improve the efficiency of AM processes
Assess the impact of manufacturing process improvements

Final Assessment

Written Assessment - Short Answer Questions (WA-SAQ)
Practical Performance (PP)

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

Positive Learning Attitude
Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of working experience.
Minimum 18 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software: NIL

Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee

Employer Sponsored Trainee

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents of age 21 and above
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents who are DIRECT EMPLOYEE of the sponsoring company.
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

SkillsFuture Credit:

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

PSEA:

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility, goto mySkillsFuture portal and search for this course code.
Scroll down to "Keyword Tags" to verify for PSEA eligibility.
If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.
And if there is no “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is ineligible for PSEA.
Not all courses are eligible for PSEA funding.

Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding:

$4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.

SFEC:

If the Training Provider has submitted an enrolment for course fee grant claim in Training Partners Gateway (TPGateway), SSG would be able to derive SFEC funding based on this record. There is no need for enterprise to submit any claim request and the SFEC claim will be automatically generated and disbursed.
Where there is no such record, eligible employers are required to submit an SFEC claim after course completion via the SFEC microsite.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Microsite

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

Note

SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal
The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

Job Roles

Manufacturing Engineer
Product Designer
Prototype Developer
3D Printing Specialist
Industrial Designer
Materials Scientist
Quality Control Inspector
CAD Technician
Medical Device Designer
Jewelry Designer
Aerospace Engineer
Automotive Design Engineer
Art Conservator (using 3D scans for restoration)
R&D Specialist in Manufacturing
Orthopedic Surgeon (for patient-specific implants)

Trainers

Shahul Hameed Maricar: Shahul Hameed Maricar is a certified ACLP trainer and MOE instructor with over a decade of experience in systems integration, product design, and technical training. His career spans multidisciplinary expertise in 3D art, mechatronics, embedded systems, and industrial design, where he has delivered impactful solutions in both academic and corporate settings. With deep technical skills in 3D design software such as Blender and Fusion 360, as well as programming in Python, JavaScript, and C++, Shahul integrates both digital and physical product development in his teaching.

As a trainer with Tertiary Infotech and other organizations, Shahul has conducted WSQ programs in Fusion 360 for product design, 3D modelling, and prototyping. His ability to simplify complex technical concepts and his passion for exploring new technologies enable learners to understand how additive manufacturing can be applied to real-world product innovation. By combining strong technical knowledge with hands-on teaching, Shahul equips participants with the skills needed to design, prototype, and innovate using 3D printing and advanced manufacturing methods.

Eve Tan Li Meng: Eve Tan is a highly experienced 3D printing trainer and Autodesk Fusion 360 lecturer, with over six years of industry experience in additive manufacturing and product innovation. As Singapore’s appointed Women in 3D Printing Ambassador, she actively supports and mentors learners and industry professionals in advancing their skills in 3D design and fabrication. She is also a moderator for the global Josef Prusa 3D Printer Facebook group with more than 28,000 members, where she provides technical guidance and community support on 3D printing practices.

An ACTA-certified trainer, Eve has delivered numerous WSQ and SkillsFuture courses on 3D printing, scanning, design, and Arduino programming. Her expertise covers a wide range of tools, including Autodesk Fusion 360, SketchUp, Simplify3D, Meshmixer, and Repetier software. Eve is also an innovator, having developed her own custom 3D printer with unique non-breaking module features for practical usability. With her strong technical foundation and engaging teaching style, she empowers learners to transform product development ideas into innovative prototypes and production-ready solutions through additive manufacturing.

Tan Woei Ming: Tan Woei Ming is a seasoned engineer and innovation specialist with over 15 years of experience in product design, advanced manufacturing, and automation systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Intelligent Systems from the National University of Singapore and a First-Class Honours in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. Throughout his career, he has led cross-disciplinary projects in robotics, industrial AI, and digital manufacturing, focusing on integrating smart technologies such as 3D printing, computer vision, and machine learning into modern production workflows.

In “Innovating Product Development with 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing,” Woei Ming focuses on the end-to-end innovation process—from conceptual design and CAD modeling to rapid prototyping and production scaling. His sessions guide participants in leveraging additive manufacturing to reduce development cycles, optimize material usage, and enhance design flexibility. With his strong technical foundation and industry experience, he enables learners to apply 3D printing technologies strategically, transforming traditional manufacturing into agile, intelligent, and cost-efficient operations.