School of Aviation Technology
Aviation Technician – Avionics Maintenance
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Train to repair navigation, surveillance and flight guidance systems
Overview
Canada's aviation industry is predicting a huge shortage of skilled aircraft maintenance personnel across the country over the next two decades. Train under skilled professionals to repair and maintain aircraft electrical and electronics systems. 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 E. Class attendance is mandatory.
Your Future Career
- Avionics repair stations
- Aircraft manufacturing
- Air carriers - local, regional and international
What You Learn
- Science and aerodynamics
- Navigation systems and aircraft instrumentation
- Communication and surveillance systems
- Flight management and flight guidance systems
- Equipment installation practices and techniques
- Airframe and power plant maintenance
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 |
| AVN 550 | Installation Practices I |
| AVN 551 | Basic Electricity & Electronics |
| MTH 116 | Mathematics for Avionics Maintenance Technicians |
Semester 2
| AVN 650 | Installation Practices II |
| AVN 651 | Electronic Circuits & Communication Systems |
| AVN 652 | Digital & Microcomputer Techniques |
| AVN 653 | Basic Aircraft Structures |
| CMM 140 | Technical Writing I |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 3
| AVN 751 | Communication Systems I |
| AVN 753 | Aircraft System Maintenance I |
| AVN 754 | Aircraft Powerplant Maintenance |
| AVN 755 | Navigation Systems I |
| AVN 756 | Aircraft Electrical Systems |
| AVN 757 | Aircraft Instrumentation |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 4
| AMT 600 | Maintenance Management & Human Factors |
| AMT 800 | Canadian Aviation Regulations |
| AMT 850 | Aircraft Systems Integration & Troubleshooting |
| AVN 851 | Communication Systems II |
| AVN 853 | Aircraft System Maintenance II |
| AVN 855 | Navigation Systems II |
| AVN 858 | Flight Management Systems |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2018-2019 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3563.35 | $1154 | - | - | $4717.35 |
| 2 | $3563.35 | $1029 | - | - | $4592.35 |
2018-2019 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14349.52 | $1742 | - | - | $16091.52 |
| 2 | $14349.52 | $1617 | - | - | $15966.52 |
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.
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
Pathway to Canadore College Programs
- 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
