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 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
| 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 Drawings |
| 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 (AM Sem 2) |
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 (AM Sem 3) |
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 (AM 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
2021-2022 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3207 | $908 | $770 | - | $4885 |
| 2 | $3207 | $758 | $400 | - | $4365 |
2021-2022 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15680.1 | $1488 | $770 | - | $17938.1 |
| 2 | $15680.1 | $1338 | $400 | - | $17418.1 |
What You Need
What You Need
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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