Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Learn from experienced professors with an emphasis on practical training
Overview
Upcoming Intake: Fall 2021, Aviation Campus – North Bay
Train hands-on on actual aircraft! The aviation industry is growing, and skilled professionals are in high demand. 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. This 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 and helicopter maintenance
- Aircraft manufacturing
- Component overhaul
- Maintenance management and oversight
What You Learn
- Fixed wing and rotary wing aerodynamics
- Turbine and reciprocating engine theory and maintenance
- Aircraft inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Electrical and avionics systems operation and troubleshooting
- Aircraft metal and composite inspection and repair
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 provide proof of English competency. View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
| AMT500 | Aircraft Science and Aerodynamics |
| AMT501 | Materials and Processes |
| AMT502 | Aircraft Standard Practices |
| AMT503 | Aircraft Hydraulic Systems |
| AMT504 | Aircraft Handling Procedures |
| AMT505 | Basic Aircraft Electricity (DC) |
| AMT506 | Aircraft Drawings |
| MTH511 | Technical Mathematics for the AME |
Semester 2
| AMT600 | Maintenance Management & Human Factors |
| AMT601 | Composite Aircraft Structures |
| AMT602 | Stressed Skin Structures |
| AMT603 | Rotary Wing Aircraft I |
| AMT604 | Aircraft Maintenance I |
| AMT605 | Basic Aircraft Electricity (AC) |
| AMT606 | Piston Engines I |
| AMT607 | Turbine Engines I |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (AMT Sem 2) |
Semester 3
| AMT702 | Advanced Aircraft Systems |
| AMT703 | Rotary Wing Aircraft II |
| AMT704 | Aircraft Maintenance II |
| AMT706 | Piston Engines II |
| AMT707 | Turbine Engines II |
| AMT708 | Avionics Systems I |
| AMT715 | Aircraft Electrical Systems I |
| CMM140 | Technical Writing I |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (AMT Sem 3) |
Semester 4
| AMT800 | Canadian Aviation Regulations |
| AMT802 | Aircraft Equipment Familiarization |
| AMT803 | Rotary Wing Aircraft III |
| AMT806 | Piston Engines III |
| AMT807 | Turbine Engines III |
| AMT808 | Avionics Systems II |
| AMT815 | Aircraft Electrical Systems II |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (AMT Sem 4) |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
Ancillary fees have been reviewed as a result of COVID-19 and alternative service and program delivery plans. For current ancillary fees details please see https://www.canadorecollege.ca/get-started/money/fees-and-expenses
2020-2021 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3207 | $1234.09 | $602 | - | $5043.09 |
| 2 | $3207 | $1094.09 | $250 | - | $4551.09 |
2020-2021 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15233.4 | $1813.09 | $602 | - | $17648.49 |
| 2 | $15233.4 | $1673.09 | $250 | - | $17156.49 |
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:
Canadore College will implement Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) in Fall 2020 to enhance students’ learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure student flexibility in learning. To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD
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
Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics – 8 months to complete
Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Structures – 8 months to complete
Business Management – 8 months to complete
Human Resources Management – 8 months to complete
Project Management – Information Technology – 8 months to complete
Recreation and Leisure Services (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete
Recreation Therapy (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete
Strength and Sport Conditioning (Fast Track) – 8 months to complete
*Please note: Approval by the program coordinator for aviation programs are required. Any gap in study may result in having to repeat courses.
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