Diploma in Engineering (Building Services & Fire Safety)

Sundaram completed his Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Annamalai University, India in 1992 and obtained First Class with Distinction. He also completed his Master of Education from University of Melbourne (a partnership programme offered by Ngee Ann Polytechnic) in 2020. 

Sundaram worked in various roles as a Facilities Engineer / Operations Manager in TECH Semiconductor, Singapore prior to joining Ngee Ann Polytechnic in 2009. Since 2017, Sundaram joined the first batch of Educational Specialist (ES) track scheme in Ngee Ann Polytechnic.  

Sundaram won various awards in the course of his career: 

• Ngee Ann Polytechnic Teaching Award (Excellence) – 2022 

• Ngee Ann Polytechnic Teaching Award (Commendation) – 2015, 2018 

• Member of the International Facilities Management Association (Singapore chapter) 

Sundaram teaches modules such as Electrical Facilities, Computer Aided Design and Principles of Electrical Engineering to both PET and CET students. Sundaram is passionate about engaging students both in online and in-person classroom settings and likes to experiment various methods to keep students engaged in his lessons.  

Additionally, Sundaram was a member of the five Polytechnic Workgroup which delivered an 8 days “Course Leadership Move-in Program (CLMP)” for 30 aspiring Course Chairs from all the five Polytechnics in AY 2023.  

Chan Chien Hong is a highly accomplished professional with a robust educational background and extensive expertise in engineering, business administration, and industry-specific certifications. With advanced degrees in Fire Safety Engineering and Business Administration, coupled with a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering, Chien Hong brings a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic business insight to the organisation. 

Chien Hong has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities that leverage his engineering and business skills. His experience spans across industries, including defence, engineering construction and consultancy, teaching and school management. 

Chien Hong is a seasoned Senior Lecturer at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, specialising in Fire Safety and Fire Protection Engineering. With over two decades of teaching and curriculum development experience, Chien Hong has been active in developing and conducting customised fire safety training for prestigious organisations such as NUS and LTA. Besides fire safety training, he is also actively involved in research on fire detection technology and fire simulation. Chien Hong’s practical skills are showcased through his work on Hot Smoke Tests and Computer Fire Simulations for Vehicle Tunnels. He is also dedicated to developing comprehensive learning materials and delivering lectures for both full-time and part-time diploma programmes on various Building Services and Facilities Management topics, including ACMV, Fire Protection, Water, Sanitary and Gas, Green Building and Smart FM Technologies, Water Efficiency Management.  

Educational Background: 

• Master of Fire Safety Engineering 
  University of Western Sydney, Civil Defence Academy (2002 - 2006) 

• Master of Business Administration 
  Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Business School (1999 - 2002) 

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) 
  National University of Singapore, Faculty of Engineering (1989 - 1993) 

Professional Certificates: 

• Green Mark Accredited Professional (Facilities Management) 
  BCA Academy (2020) 

• Develop a Risk Management Implementation Plan 
  WSQ MF-COM-402E-1 (2019) 

• Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment 
  Institute of Adult Learning (2015) 

Professional Affiliation: 

• Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) 

Career Summary: 

• Senior Lecturer  
  Ngee Ann Polytechnic (2001 - Present) 

• Principal Mechanical Engineer 
  Meinhardt (S) Pte Ltd (1997 -  2001) 

• Senior Mechanical Engineer  
  Kurihara Kogyo Co Ltd (1995 - 1997) 

• Mechanical Engineer  
  Lands and Estates Organisation (1993 - 1995) 

Chin Chong possesses a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical), Master (Building Science) and a Ph.D (NUS). He also graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Economics from the University of London. 

Chin Chong has been registered with the Singapore Civil Defence (SCDF) as a Fire Safety Manager since April 2020. He is presently teaching in certificate courses for registration as Fire Safety Managers with the SCDF. 

Keng Loon holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Singapore Polytechnic, a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (2nd Class Upper) from Aberdeen University in the UK, a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Auckland University in New Zealand, and a Master of Science in Building Services from the National University of Singapore.  

Throughout his career, Keng Loon has honed a diverse skill set, including expertise in electrical design and calculations, project management, AutoCAD, building codes and regulations, energy efficiency and sustainability, client relationship management, and problem-solving and critical thinking. 

Keng Loon’s professional experience spans roles as an electrical contractor and an electrical building consultant, where he designed electrical and lift services for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.  

He currently teaches full-time students in the Diploma in Real Estate Business and Diploma in Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management programs, as well as to part-time students in the Diploma in Engineering (Building Services & Fire Safety) at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. 

Raja Mohammad Fairuz is a dedicated educator and trained as an architect with a Masters in Architecture from the National University of Singapore. His career began at DP Architects, where he honed his architectural skills before transitioning into academia.  

For the past 12 years, he has been a Senior Lecturer at the School of Design & Environment, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, where he teaches full-time students in the Diploma in Design (Architecture) programme. His expertise is reflected in the modules he teaches, including Design Studio and Architecture Materials & Technology. Additionally, he instructs CET students in Sustainable Building Construction within the Diploma in Engineering (Building Services and Fire Safety) programme. 

Raja Mohammad Fairuz is also a certified LUMA Human-Centered Design (HCD) Instructor. He has successfully conducted LUMA HCD Practitioner courses for both internal and external audiences, including notable organisations such as UOB, RSN Navy, and AXS. His training repertoire extends to corporate settings, where he has led Participatory Design Short Courses for companies like OCBC and HDB. 

A passionate advocate for community design, Raja Mohammad Fairuz is deeply committed to using design to address real-world challenges and achieve meaningful social impact. His dedication to this cause is evident in his involvement in local and overseas community service projects, as well as consultancy work aimed at fostering positive change. His contributions were recognised when he won the Public Service Transformation Award 2019: Citizen Engagement Excellence Award, a testament to his excellence in engaging citizens through design.