Jason Yap
Summary
Passionate Senior Lecturer with extensive expertise in robotic process automation and leading training courses on automation, drones, and data cleaning. Proven track record in improving productivity, mentoring engineers, and delivering industry-relevant courses for various entities. Skilled in digitization, automation projects, and establishing unmanned aircraft operations, enhancing education through practical examples and case studies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Lecturer
Republic Polytechnic
10.2008 - Current
- Extensive experience in robotic process automation and has taken on the role of lead trainer for Republic Polytechnic's automation, drone and data cleaning courses. Conducted courses for Ministries, Statutory Boards and SMEs.
- Worked on digitization and automation projects that improved productivity at the personal and company level.
- Led industry projects and helped SMEs build and establish unmanned aircraft operations.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lectures.
- Delivered higher-level undergraduate and graduate courses via classroom, online and hybrid methodologies to satisfy course curricula and meet student needs.
- Developed and delivered short courses suited to industry needs.
- Managed Pre-Employment Training, Part-Time Diploma and Specialist Diploma Programmes.
- Established partnerships with local businesses, providing internship opportunities for students to gain practical experience.
Senior Engineer
Defence Science & Technology Agency, DSTA
04.2004 - 09.2008
- Specialized in protective construction, blast effects and construction relating to ammunition storage.
- Authored and presented papers at the Parari International Symposium.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities.
- Delivered high-quality construction projects by collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and translate them into viable solutions.
Education
Masters in Education - Education (Teaching And Curriculum)
National Institute of Education (NTU NIE)
SingaporeBachelor in Engineering (Civil) - Civil Engineering
National University of Singapore
SingaporeSkills
Academic Module Design
Management of Large Academic Modules
Robotic Process Automation using UIPath & Microsoft Power Automate
3D Printing
Data Cleaning
Data Analysis & Dashboarding
Certification
- Republic Polytechnic Certified Facilitator
- Unmanned Aircraft Pilot Licence (Class A Rotorcraft, up to 25 kg) by Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
- Pix4D Mapper Certified Trainer by Pix4D
Timeline
Senior Lecturer
Republic Polytechnic
10.2008 - Current
Senior Engineer
Defence Science & Technology Agency, DSTA
04.2004 - 09.2008
- Republic Polytechnic Certified Facilitator
- Unmanned Aircraft Pilot Licence (Class A Rotorcraft, up to 25 kg) by Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
- Pix4D Mapper Certified Trainer by Pix4D
Masters in Education - Education (Teaching And Curriculum)
National Institute of Education (NTU NIE)
Bachelor in Engineering (Civil) - Civil Engineering
National University of Singapore
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