Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Learn from experienced professors with an emphasis on practical training
Overview
Upcoming Intake: Fall 2023, Aviation Campus – North Bay
Train hands-on on actual working 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 & Aerodynamics |
| AMT501 | Materials & 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 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 System II |
| AMT815 | Aircraft Electrical Systems II |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online (AMT Sem 4) |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2023-24 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3207 | $1320.38 | $770 | - | $5297.38 |
| 2 | $3207 | $1165.38 | $400 | - | $4772.38 |
2023-24 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17616.58 | $1900.38 | $770 | - | $20286.96 |
| 2 | $17616.58 | $1745.38 | $400 | - | $19761.96 |
What You Need
What You Need
Textbooks:
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Technology/Devices:
Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring 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
You will also need:
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
There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.
Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school, continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!
Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!
Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.