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 provide proof of English competency. You must have a minimum overall band score of 5.5 on the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or equivalent accepted English language proficiency test to be admitted to a postsecondary program at the college. Notwithstanding the above, the English proficiency standards required to obtain Study Permits and Temporary Resident Visas from Canadian Embassies vary around the world. The higher English language proficiency standard will apply.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
| AMT500 | Aircraft Science and Aerodynamics |
| AMT550 | Installation Practices I |
| AMT551 | Basic Electricity & Electronics |
| MTH116 | Mathematics for Avionics Maintenance Technicians |
Semester 2
| AVN650 | Installation Practices II |
| AVN651 | Electronic Circuits & Communication Systems |
| AVN652 | Digital & Microcomputer Techniques |
| AVN653 | Basic Aircraft Structures |
| CMM140 | Technical Writing I |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 3
| AVN751 | Communication Systems I |
| AVN753 | Aircraft System Maintenance I |
| AVN754 | Aircraft Powerplant Maintenance |
| AVN755 | Navigation Systems I |
| AVN756 | Aircraft Electrical Systems |
| AVN757 | Aircraft Instrumentation |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 4
| AMT600 | Maintenance Management & Human Factors |
| AMT800 | Canadian Aviation Regulations |
| AVN850 | Aircraft Systems Integration & Troubleshooting |
| AVN851 | Communication Systems II |
| AVN853 | Aircraft System Maintenance II |
| AVN855 | Navigation Systems II |
| AVN858 | Flight Management Systems |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3207 | $1046.72 - 1186.72 | - | - | $5223.72 |
| 2 | $3207 | $911.72 - 1051.72 | - | - | $4358.72 |
2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
Aviation Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14780 | $1696.72 - 1773.72 | - | - | $16553.72 |
| 2 | $14780 | $1561.72 - 1638.72 | - | - | $16418.72 |
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
