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of topics and applications included in this discipline are covered in four streams: Aerodynamics (aerospace propulsion and atmospheric flight); Aerospace Structures (lightweight vehicles for flight and space travel); Aerospace Electronics and Systems (aircraft control, communication and navigation systems); and Space Systems Design (astronautics and space/satellite technology).
Queen’s University | Kingston
The Mechanical and Materials Engineering degree program at Queen’s University provides opportunities geared at aviation and aerospace design. The program’s Airplane Aerodynamics is a course highlight. Students will combine the study of basic engineering with practical courses in machine design, robotics and manufacturing methods. Hands-on design is integral to this program, with specialization in aerospace, mechatronics, biomechanical, manufacturing, materials, and thermofluids.
Toronto Metropolitan University | Toronto
Toronto Metropolitan University’s Aerospace Engineering Bachelor’s program
provides students with the opportunity to study aerodynamics, stress analysis and structural design, flight mechanics, stability and control, aircraft performance, propulsion, avionics and systems. Students also learn to design, test, manufacture and maintain aircraft or spacecraft, as well as vehicles for transport on land and water. The program provides knowledge to work in fields involving commercial and military aircraft or spacecraft engineering; space exploration, teaching, research, military service; air transportation and spacebased telecommunications. The school also allows students to pursue a graduate degree (MEng, MASc, PhD) in aerospace engineering.
University
of Toronto | Toronto
Students who wish to study Aerospace Science and Engineering at the University of Toronto enroll in the four-year undergraduate Engineering Science program. In the first two years, this program emphasizes mathematics, chemistry, physics and computing. Towards the end of the second year of Engineering Science, students must select a speciality option for their third and fourth years of study. This includes
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an Aerospace Engineering option, taught primarily by UTIAS professors. UTIAS is the university’s graduate program focused on scientific exploration and aerospace research. UTIAS faculty members are international leaders in computational aerodynamics, micro and nanosatellites, combustion and propulsion, robotics for space and terrestrial applications.
University of Waterloo | Waterloo
Established in 2007, Waterloo’s Aviation program is described as the largest university-level aviation program in Canada. The Bachelor of Environmental Studies (BES) degree focuses on geography to interpret weather patterns, identify land formations, read multi-layer maps, and use tools such as geographic information systems and remote sensing. Students can also add specializations in Climate Change, Earth Systems Science, Geomatics, and Economy and Society. The Science and Aviaton program is supplemented with courses on cartography, climatology, geographic information systems, aerodynamics and remote sensing. Both programs provide access to Preparatory Ground Instruction and professional pilot theory courses taught
by a Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) instructor. Upon graduation, the student will possess a CPL as well as MultiEngine and Instrument Ratings. The Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics has also partnered with WWFC to operate an all-electric Pipistrel Velis Electro.
University of Windsor | Windsor
The Aeronautics Leadership Program at the University of Windsor offers a unique blend of a Liberal Arts and Leadership-focused education with practical flight training. Students pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, specializing in Aeronautics Leadership. This Bachelor of Arts degree is complemented by ground school and flight training, conducted with Journey Air Pilot Training, situated at Windsor International Airport (YQG).
Western University | London
Western’s Commercial Aviation Management program allows students to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Organizational Studies, with specialized courses in aviation management. Within the program, students have the option to combine a degree with professional pilot flight training,
ultimately receiving a Transport Canada approved Integrated Commercial Pilot License with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings.
York University | Toronto
The Space Engineering program (BEng) at York’s Lassonde School of Engineeringt focuses on areas of study from orbit control and space-based optics to ground station communications and robotics. Students learn about the management of complex multidisciplinary projects, including missions within the solar system. The co-op program allows students to gain professional experience.
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Concordia University | Montreal
Concordia’s Aerospace Engineering (BEng) program is offered by the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering. The program allows students to specialize in Aerospace and Propulsion, Aerospace Structures and Materials, or Avionics and Aerospace Systems. It provides access to areas like mechanical, electrical, computer, and industrial engineering to the conception,
design, implementation and operation of aerospace systems.
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Mount Allison University |
Dieppe and Sackville
Mount Allison’s Aviation degree program combines flight training with undergraduate studies in Arts, Commerce, or Science. The Bachelor of Arts – Aviation program is designed for students to combine aviation training with studies in arts and humanities and social sciences. As an Arts student you will complete a major in any discipline offered for a BA degree (no minor required). The Bachelor of Commerce – Aviation program is designed for students to study business areas such as accounting, finance, marketing, and management. The Bachelor of Science with a major in Aviation program is designed for students to be able to combine flight training with studies in subjects related to the field of aviation in the Faculty of Science, such as geography, environmental science, mathematics, physics, and computer science. MFC Training at the Moncton Airport provides the flight component of Mount Allison’s aviation programs.| W
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BRITISH COLUMBIA
British Columbia Institute of Technology | Vancouver British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) School of Transportation prepares students for careers as Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Aviation Maintenance Technicians (Avionics) and Gas Turbine/ Jet Engine Technicians. Its Aerospace Technology Campus is located near Vancouver International Airport in Delta with a 40,000-square-foot hangar that holds a fleet of light piston, turboprop, corporate and jet transport aircraft, as well as light and medium helicopters. Completion of its Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) program will result in a work experience credit of 18 months of the 48 months required by Transport Canada toward obtaining an AME license.
IMP Academy | Abbotsford, Halifax
IMP Aerospace & Defence recently launched the unique IMP Academy in both Abbotsford and Halifax. The paid apprenticeship program targets those aspiring to start to their career as Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. While the program aims primarily to engage recent high-school graduates, IMP explains this program is for anyone looking for their aerospace career take off at one of Canada’s top defence companies. The program will open with a fourweek Introduction to Aerospace Skilled Trades Program, after which interested candidates can apply to the Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship Program. There are no textbook or tuition fees.
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Southern Alberta Institute of Technology | Calgary
SAIT provides a range of aviation-focused
programs at the Art Smith Aero Centre, occupying 17 acres of land at Calgary International Airport. The Aircraft Structures Technician program includes courses on traditional aluminum sheet metal structure and advanced composite material manufacturing and repair. The Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Technology program provides skills to begin a career as an aircraft maintenance technician. Graduates in compliance with the required attendance (95 per cent) and minimum marks of 70 per cent in each course will receive a Transport Canada credit of 18-months of work experience toward the “M” license. The Avionics Technology program at SAIT provides the skills required to earn an “E” license for servicing aircraft electrical and electronic systems.
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Red River College | Winnipeg
Red River College Aircraft Maintenance Engineer program is designed to develop skills to maintain of large and small airplanes and helicopters. Time in the program is split between the study of aircraft maintenance theory and practical projects.
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Algonquin College | Ottawa
Alqonquin College offers two diploma programs in the school’s Transportation Technology segment called Aircraft Maintenance Technician and Aviation Management, General Arts and Science – both running for two years.
Canadore College | North Bay
Canadore College’s AME programs include: Aircraft Structural Repair Technician; Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance; Aviation Technician – Avionics
Maintenance; Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics; and Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Structures. The Aircraft Structural Repair Technician program allows students to specialize in repair, upgrading and the modification of an aircraft. The Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance program trains students how to troubleshoot vital aircraft components and systems, including piston and turbine engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, and navigation and communication systems.
Centennial College | Toronto
Centennial College’s Aircraft Maintenance – Aviation Technician provides students access to modern labs and the school’s aircraft hangar with both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft. Students work on components like airframes, engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, propellers, avionics equipment and aircraft instruments. The Avionics Maintenance - Aviation Technician program prepares students for work as a bench technician with a broad base of knowledge for complex electronics and electrical systems related to the navigation, guidance, communications, instrumentation and flight controls of an aircraft.
The Aircraft Maintenance and Management – Aviation Technology program allows students to work on components such like airframes, engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, propellers, avionics equipment and aircraft instruments. The Avionics Maintenance and Management – Aviation Technology program also focuses on essential theory and broad base of knowledge for complex electronics and electrical systems related to the navigation, guidance, communications, instrumentation and flight controls of an aircraft. This program will also give you the opportunity to obtain additional business skills.
Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
Exam preparation
This two-day course will prepare prospective Aviation Maintenance Engineer (AME) learners to take Transport Canada’s Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) exam.
Attendees will learn how to navigate CARs and secure four months of access to course materials, including an interactive database of sample exam questions.
Saturday, March 2 - Sunday, March 3
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Confederation College | Thunder Bay
Confederation College's Aviation Center of Excellence, situated at Thunder Bay International Airport, provides a range of aviation programs, including: Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance (coop); Aviation – Flight Management; and Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Technology. The 2-year Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance program combines theory with hands-on experience. Students undergo training on helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, piston and turbine engines, all while learning safety protocols, standard practices, and inspection and repair techniques. Eligible graduates can earn up to 21 months credit toward AME license requirements.
Fanshawe College | London
Fanshawe’s Norton Wolf School of Aviation and Aerospace Technology provides a range of aviation programs, including: Aircraft Structural Repair Technician (certificate), Flight Services (certificate), Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance (diploma), Aviation Technician- Avionics Maintenance (diploma), Aviation Technology – Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics (advanced diploma), Commercial Flight and Aviation Leadership (advanced diploma), Applied Aerospace Manufacturing (graduate certificate), Composites and Advanced Materials Aerospace Manufacturing (graduate certificate), Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems Commercial Operations (graduate certificate) and Aerospace Operations Management (graduate certificate). Fanshawe partners with London International Airport, Diamond Aircraft and Diamond Flight Centre.
Flightline Training Services | Brampton
Flightline Training Services is a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization for commercial and business aviation aircraft.
Flightline tailors courses and services to meet training needs. With its Transport Canada and EASA approvals, Flightline is worldwide training organization.
Mohawk College | Hamilton
Mohawk College offers a range of aviation programs including Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation Technician – Avionics, and Aviation Technician – Aircraft Structures. The twoyear diploma programs run at its Hamilton International Airport campus, adjacent to KF Aerospace’s 75,000-squar-foot hangar. Students have access to more than 20 aircraft in the Mohawk hangar.
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Nova Scotia Community College | Dartmouth
Nova Scotia Community College’s Aviation Institute is located in a 43,000-square-foot training facility. It provides a two-year Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical, diploma program. Courses focus on aircraft servicing and ground handling functions, and maintaining aircraft systems.
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Holland College | Summerside
Holland College provides a one-year Aircraft Turbine Technician certificate program at its Summerside Campus. Aircraft turbine technicians inspect aircraft engines, troubleshoot issues with mechanical systems, and modify, repair, and test turbine engines. Students learn techniques, procedures, and documentation requirements with an emphasis on practical training. | W
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