School of Aviation Technology
Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Learn from professors with real work experience
Overview
Train hands-on on actual aircraft! Learn to troubleshoot vital aircraft components and systems, including piston and turbine engines, electrical systems, hydraulics and navigation and communication systems. Study the challenging complexities of fixed and rotary wing aircraft while gaining the theoretical knowledge you need for apprenticeship employment.
The program is approved by Transport Canada.
Note: Graduates receive 18 months of accreditation towards a Transport Canada-issued Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's Licence, Category M. Class attendance is mandatory.
Your Future Career
- Aircraft maintenance
- Aircraft manufacturing
- Component overhaul
What You Learn
- Aerodynamics for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft
- Gas turbine and reciprocating engines
- Maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
- Aircraft handling and taxiing
- Power and drive train component maintenance
- Sheet metal structures and repairs
- Composite structures and repairs
- Communication and navigation systems
- Electrical systems
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U, Grade 12 Math (C), or (U), Recommended courses include: Gr 12 Math (MCT4C). Senior level physics.
If English is not your first language you must either provide proof of English competency or take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). You must have a minimum overall band score of 5.5 on IELTS, or a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer scored) or 80 IBT (internet based) to be admitted to a postsecondary program at the college. SPP in India requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
AMT 500 | Aircraft Science and Aerodynamics |
AMT 501 | Materials and Processes |
AMT 502 | Aircraft Standard Practices |
AMT 503 | Aircraft Hydraulic Systems |
AMT 504 | Aircraft Handling Procedures |
AMT 505 | Basic Aircraft Electricity (DC) |
AMT 506 | Aircraft Drawing |
MTH 511 | Technical Mathematics for the AME |
Semester 2
AMT 600 | Maintenance Management & Human Factors |
AMT 601 | Composite Aircraft Structures |
AMT 602 | Stressed Skin Structures |
AMT 603 | Rotary Wing Aircraft I |
AMT 604 | Aircraft Maintenance I |
AMT 605 | Basic Aircraft Electricity (AC) |
AMT 606 | Piston Engines I |
AMT 607 | Turbine Engines I |
GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 3
AMT 702 | Advanced Aircraft Systems |
AMT 703 | Rotary Wing Aircraft II |
AMT 704 | Aircraft Maintenance II |
AMT 706 | Piston Engines II |
AMT 707 | Turbine Engines II |
AMT 708 | Avionics Systems I |
AMT 715 | Aircraft Electrical Systems I |
CMM 140 | Technical Writing I |
GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 4
AMT 800 | Canadian Aviation Regulations |
AMT 802 | Aircraft Equipment Familiarization |
AMT 803 | Rotary Wing Aircraft III |
AMT 806 | Piston Engines III |
AMT 807 | Turbine Engines III |
AMT 808 | Avionics Systems II |
AMT 815 | Aircraft Electrical Systems II |
GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
2017-2018 Fees
2017-2018 Fees
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – DomesticYear | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $3459.57 | $1079 | $450 | - | $4988.57 |
2 | $3459.57 | $1034 | $100 | - | $4593.57 |
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – InternationalYear | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $13931.58 | $1667 | $450 | - | $16048.58 |
2 | $13931.58 | $1622 | $100 | - | $15653.58 |
What You Need - Recommended
What You Need - Recommended
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
You will also need:
- Coveralls - View the coverall sizing chart here
- Tools - View the mandatory tool list here
Certification/Accreditation
Certification/Accreditation
Ontario College Diploma
Successful students receive 18 months accreditation toward the AME "M" category licence.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
Note: Approval by the program coordinator is required. Any gap in study may result in having to repeat courses.
Pathway to Canadore College Programs
- Advertising and Marketing Communications - 1 year to complete
- Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Structures – 1 year to complete
- Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics – 1 year to complete
- Recreation and Leisure Services – 1 year to complete
- Recreation Therapy – 1 year to complete
- Strength and Sport Conditioning – 1 year to complete
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Ontario?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Canada?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution Internationally?
Please contact the Pathways Officer if you have additional questions regarding the credit transfer process:
Micheline Demers – Pathways Officer
705.474.7600 ext 5139
Micheline.Demers@canadorecollege.ca