Dr. Hiong Gan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hiong Yap Gan is an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology, where he heads the NAMIC Hub@SIT and the Rapid Product Innovation Development (RaPID) Centre. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Aerospace Engineering from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. His academic contributions have been recognized through various teaching excellence awards. His research interests include stress corrosion cracking detection and mitigation, with significant projects funded by grants from UMGC and SIT. He has also explored innovative engineering solutions such as metal dust filtration systems. His teaching modules cover a range of engineering disciplines, including aerospace engineering, mechanical design, and statistical process control. Hiong Yap Gan continues to shape the future of engineering education and research in Singapore.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Head of NAMIC Hub@SIT and Rapid Product Innovation Development Centre.

Awards

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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

2019-01-01
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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

2018-01-01
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SIT Teaching Excellence Award

2016-01-01

Requirements for Singapore Institute of Technology

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Polytechnic Diploma in Engineering or related field GCE A-Level with passes in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry Mathematics at H2 level preferred
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Copy of NRIC or Passport
  • Personal Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation (optional for UG)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Includes programs like Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (SIT-UofG joint degrees).