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Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technician

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DIPLOMA

  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: Two Years


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Overview

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Airworthy.
 
With some four billion people flying commercially each year, safety is the top priority for airlines. That means that this job makes you one of the most valuable technicians in the world.
 
Airworthiness pertains to the ability of an aircraft to complete necessary functions in a safe and efficient manner so that it can take to the sky, stay there and reach its destination. This requires going through every facet of the plane to ensure it is able to fly and safely perform before the pilot even considers taking the craft to the air. It means having those repair designs approved, passing necessary certifications to have passengers on board and permission to occupy the designated air space. When these and the environmental protection requirements are met, a certificate of airworthiness is issued by the civil aviation authority where the aircraft is registered. Then you’re ready for take off.
 
This is a career with great responsibility and great reward. According to the Government of Canada labour market stats, salaries can reach over $50 an hour.  And this program can get you there.
 
With us, you’ll train in inspection, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and aircraft components. Some of the duties you’ll undertake include troubleshooting and repair for fixed wing aircraft and helicopters, and aircraft systems and avionics, ground handling and routine inspection for aviation safety and airworthiness, and power plant and structural repairs.
 
You'll have the chops and the certifications to work on anything from airliners to helicopters to fighter jets. There are no boring days at work here. In this crucial role, your senses are honed, your concentration is absolute, and time at work really does fly.
 
It’s time to embark upon your exciting new career. Apply now!
 
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
  • Attain three Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licenses:  M1-Small aircraft, M2- Large aircraft and E-Avionics
  • Accreditation by Transport Canada - meets the basic training requirements for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license categories “M1”, “M2” and “E”
  • Transport Canada-granted 21-month experience credit towards the 48 months required, and credit for having completed the required knowledge exams 
  • Qualify to write an exam in Aircraft Maintenance Regulations to acquire an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license.
DID YOU KNOW?
  • According to international independent subject matter experts, global civil aircraft production revenues are forecasted to return to their 2019 pre-pandemic levels by 2024, one year earlier than initially forecasted.
  • In 2021, the Canadian aerospace industry contributed over $24B in GDP and close to 200,000 jobs to the Canadian economy.
  • About 13,100 openings for aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians are projected each year.
  • Overall employment of aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians is projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031.
OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this program graduates will be able to:
  1. Exhibit safety practices in the aviation industry.
  2. Exhibit skills and knowledge required to work in the aircraft maintenance field.
  3. Apply related knowledge that supports technical training.
  4. Exhibit professional behaviors  expected in the aircraft industry
  5. Meet the requirements for three Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licenses:  M1-Small aircraft, M2- Large aircraft and E-Avionics
ACCREDITATION
This program is accredited by Transport Canada as meeting the basic training requirements for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license categories “M1”, “M2” and “E”. Transport Canada also grants qualified graduates a 21-month experience credit towards the 48 months required and credit for having completed the required knowledge exams. After successful completion of this program and the required work experience, apprentices qualify to write an exam in Aircraft Maintenance Regulations to acquire an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s license.
REFERENCES
1 Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Canada | Wages - Job Bank
2 State of Canadian Aerospace Industry (canada.ca)

Admission Requirements


Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% average in eight level 3000 credits, or equivalent, including Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
i. Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
ii. Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
2. College Transition (prior to 2024, students would have completed Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition)
College Transition Certificate with MA1040
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 (Math Fundamentals 1) and MA1041
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 (Math Fundamentals II) OR clearing High School course deficiencies through College Transition individual courses.
3. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a Degree and Technical  Profile (or Business Related College Profile), including the following courses (or equivalent):
i.  Mathematics: 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B and 3101C
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses, including those outlined above, have been completed.
4.  Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.

Courses



COURSES
CODE TITLE  
Semester 1   Hrs
MA1070
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Structural Repair Shop Mathematics 30
MA1072
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Aircraft Maintenance Mathematics 30
GM1165
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Maintenance and Service 53
GM1140
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Standard Workshop Practices 53
AF1130
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Aircraft Structures & Materials 53
PE1100
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Basic Electronics 53
PT1020
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Reciprocating Engines 53
PE1140
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Basic AC Electronics 53
PE1200
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Basic Aircraft Electrical Systems 53
TS1530
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Standard First Aid 14
     
Semester 2   Hrs
PH1300
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Physics for Aircraft Maintenance 60
PE2100
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Analog Electronics 53
GM1320
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Aircraft Weight & Balance 24
GM1420
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Non-Destructive Testing 29
AV1220
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Aircraft Instruments I 53
AS1200
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Aerodynamics and Flight Controls 53
GM1550
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Maintenance Regulations 53
AS2520
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Reciprocating Engine Fuel Metering 53
AV1320
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Aircraft Communications Equipment 53
TS1550
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WHMIS 6
     
Semester 3   Hrs
AS1300
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Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems 53
AF1240
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Aircraft Structural Repair 53
DP1840
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Motors, Generators & Starting Systems 53
AS1310
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Aircraft Landing Gear System 53
     
Semester 4   Hrs
EG1160
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Technical Graphics 60
PT2120
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Reciprocating Engine Systems 53
AS2130
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Aircraft Systems 53
PT2210
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Turbine Engine Maintenance 53
AF1270
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Composite Materials 53
AV2220
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Aircraft Instruments II 53
AV2120
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Basic Navigation I 53
PE2135
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Aircraft Electrical Systems 53
     
Semester 5   Hrs
CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
PE2140
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Digital Electronics 53
AV2225
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Avionic Systems Installation 53
AS2230
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Propellers and Systems 53
PT2240
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Turbine Engine Systems 53
AV3110
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Monitoring and Digital Systems 53
AF2200
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Corrosion Control 53
RW3140
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Rotary Wing Aircraft 53
     
Semester 6   Hrs
RW3141
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Rotary Wing Aircraft Systems 55
AV2310
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Major Communications Radio Install 55
AV2320
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Auto Flight 55
PT2121
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Reciprocating Engine Overhaul 55

Careers & Pathways


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
  • Fixed wing airlines
  • Helicopter operators
  • Rotary commercial airlines
  • Aircraft manufacturers
  • Repair and overhaul companies
  • Private operators
  • Flying schools
  • Government departments



Tuition & Fees


Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $30.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Application fees must be paid for each application to the College.
    Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.
  • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
    Student must pay a non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Trades programs (per week) - $88.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Trades programs (per week) - $88.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Trades programs (per 30 hours) - $88.00

Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).

 

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $100.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee for each application to the College.
  • The following fees are due within two (2) weeks of date of Letter of of acceptance to each program at the college:
    • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
      Student must pay this non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
    • First Semester Tuition- which includes the $1500 Deposit Fee
      Deposit fee - $1500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $4,685.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per semester) - $5,311.00
  • Commercial Driver (per semester) - $5,311.00
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00


Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $2,344.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $1,046.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00

Estimated Program Costs

The document below is meant to highlight estimated program costs for the intake of 2024-2025. The estimates apply only to International Student. All costs shown are subject to change without notice.

Estimated Program Costs for International Students (2024-2025) 


Making Payments

Application fee:
If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card when completing and submitting your application to College of the North Atlantic.

For all other tuition payments:
College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost effective.
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Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).



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